What is our only hope?

Context: Where does this fit in the Big Picture of God's Glory?

It fits where the people of God stand in front of the lost world, calling out for salvation.

Overview: What's going on here?

They saw the Apostles and Witnesses as brothers, as kinfolk

New Testament V: Acts The Gentleness of Peter

Do you see what a great thing gentleness is, how it stings our hearts more than vehemence?

However different we are, we must still be loving

However weird we are, love must still shine through.

2. They also clearly grasped the difference!

3. The call to repentance

4. Salvation from corruption

5. For all who the Lord calls—and all who call upon Him!

Reflection: Why does this matter?

WITHOUT REPENTANCE, WE ARE NOT GOING TO FOLLOW JESUS

Repentance is NEVER just about attitude.

It ALWAYS REQUIRES a change in behavior.

Expectations: What do we do about it?

Initial repentance: recognizing Christ as Lord, turning from sins to salvation

Ongoing repentance: as we walk closer with Jesus

Baptism: the first step of obedience

Baptism: the public joining of the community of Christ

Being Added: connection, community, be saved from corrupt world by being part of the family of God

Salvation

Believers

Church