First “called” Christians

Authentic Difference

1 Corinthians 15:10

1. A) What is an authentic Christian?

• Judas– betrayed Christ– no repentance– impostor (John 13:21-30)

• Peter– denied Christ– repented– authentic (John 13:31-38)

Key truth: An authentic Christian is not a perfect Christian.  An authentic Christian is one who is obedient to the Gospel. (Philippians 1:27)

1. B) You can be an authentic Christian:

• You need someone to follow: Follow Christ. (Rom 10:9-10)

• You need someone to follow with: Join the church. (1 Corinthians 12:27-28)

• You need someone to listen to: Listen to God through His Word. (Philippians 2:14-18)

• You need to turn from and kill sinin your life: Repent daily. (Matthew 4:17)

 Your call as a Christian: Be an authentic Christian by growing, changing, and maturingin your faith.