The Three Roads To The Cross

By: Rev. Steve Bass

Sunday, November 2, 1997

Scripture Meditation: Acts 9:1-9

1. Understanding the process of salvation
   
   
   
   1. Romans 1:18-20
      
   2. Philippians 1:18-20
      
   3. John 5:5-7
   
   
2. The three roads
   
   
   
   1. Damascus Acts 9:1-9
      
   2. Gaza Acts 8:26-39
      
   3. Emmaus Luke 24:13-35

The Development Of A Relationship With Christ

-10) No Concept of God
-9) General Awareness of the Supernatural
-8) Growing Interest In Spiritual Matters
-7) Initial Positive Contact With A Christian
-6) Initial Contact With The Christian Faith
-5) Recognition Of Personal Problem (Personal sin)
-4) Growing Awareness Of The Claims Of The Gospel
-3) First Contact With A Church
-2) Positive Attitude Towards The Claims Of The Gospel
-1) Challenge And Decision

0) Repentance And Faith - "A New Creature in Christ"

+1) Assurance Of Salvation
+2) Incorporation Into A Church Family (Baptism/ Church Membership)
+3) Personal Spiritual Growth
+4) Acceptance Of Christ As Lord Of Life
+5) Recognition Of Personal Spiritual Gifts
+6) Deeper Commitment Expressed Through Active Stewardship
+7) Deepening Prayer Life
+8) Employment Of Spiritual Gifts Within The Church
+9) Witness- Reproduction
+10) Spiritual Perfection