First Christians

~~~ Acts of the Apostles 11:19-26 ~~~ Psalm 87 ~~~

~~~ John 10:22-30 ~~~

...it was in Antioch that the disciples

were first called Christians.

What does it mean to you to be called a Christian?

The disciples knew that they were doing the work of Christ,

the Anointed One...Jesus.

Being a Christian means you have a direct 

connection with Jesus.

Having this connection means we too must 

act in accordance with his message of love and mercy.

As a Christian we profess the teachings of Jesus.

Being a Christian today holds us to the same teachings 

of Jesus as when the disciples were first labeled.

Just because one goes to church 

does not imply that they are a Christian.

Being a Christian is more about how you live your life.

A true Christian embraces others with the love of Jesus.

A true Christian loves the Word given to us in the Scriptures.

A true Christian puts their trust in Jesus.

We certainly have Barnabas and Paul to thank

 for us being called Christian today.

Together they preached intensely for a year in Antioch.

A great number came to believe.

A great number came to follow the Lord.

We want to be known as Christians by our love.

We have many situations where we can live our Christian 

commitment in how we love and treat others. 

My sheep hear my voice;

I know them, and they follow me. 

I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish. 

Let us rejoice in being called 

to live a Christian life to the fullest.

By your love...

They will know you are Christian.

Blessings and Peace!