Discern Next Steps

(Romans 1:16-17)

Habits that can help us to discern next steps in our spiritual conversations with others … 

1.  Remember that leading people to Jesus is a . (1 Corinthians 3:1-9)

• Pitfall #1: The idolatry of celebrity .
• Pitfall #2: The lie that we have to offer.
• Pitfall #3: The illusion that it’s all up to .

2.  Be and (Acts 8:26-38)

3.  Be prepared for . (1 Peter 3:15)

• Does your life demonstrate the of Jesus?
• If someone asked you about the hope you have, what would you ?

4.  for opportunities to talk about . (Colossians 4:2-4)

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 5.  Treat others in a way that keeps the door . (Colossians 4:5-6; 1 Peter 3:15-16)

BIG IDEA: The gospel is not a ; it’s a personal invitation to know, follow, and be transformed by .

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