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C O N V E R S I O N A N D C A L L I N G

The Word that Converts

Segment 2

Rev. Dr. Don L. Davis

In this segment we hope to show how the Gospel of Jesus Christ, this converting Word of God, produces confirming signs of God’s forgiveness and the Holy Spirit’s power in the life of the believer. The Word that converts produces inward signs of life which serve as evidence to show the new convert’s transformation in Jesus Christ. These include a knowledge of God as their heavenly Father, a new experience of prayer, an openness to the Word of God, and a willingness to follow the inner leading of Jesus’ voice. In a corresponding manner, outward signs are also demonstrated by the believer in the Gospel of Jesus, including identifying with the people of God, displaying a new Christlike character and lifestyle and love for other believers, as well as showing a desire to see the lost won to Christ. Our objective for this second segment of The Word that Converts is to enable you to understand, recite, and discuss the following truths: • The Word that converts is a potent power, reproducing the very life of God in the heart and life of the Christian, shown inwardly and outwardly by signs (evidences) of the Sprit’s working. • This converting, life-birthing Word produces inward signs which provide inward assurance of the Spirit’s working. These signs include a knowledge of God as one’s Father, a new experience of prayer to God, an openness and hunger for the Word of God as nourishment, and a willingness to follow the inner leading of Jesus’ voice as one’s Shepherd. • The Word of God also produces corresponding outward signs which the authentic Christian demonstrates, including a public association and identification with the people of God, the display of new desires, values and lifestyles through a new Christlike character, a love for other believers, and a growing desire to see the lost won to Jesus Christ.

Summary of Segment 2

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