It makes sense that followers of Christ be called Christians. As the old time preacher said, "without Christ I ain't nothing"! Isaiah prophesied that God's people would be called by a new name (Isa. 62). This was fulfilled in Acts 11:26 when, "the disciples were called Christians first at Antioch." Gary McDade presents several characteristics of Christians the most obvious of which is that they "come to Christ". As Jesus began his famous Sermon on the Mount he sat down, as teachers used to do and his disciples came to him and he taught them. Jesus said, "And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself" (John 12:32). Revelation 7:9 shows a picture of people from every nations praising Christ. Philippians chapter two says that every knee would bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord to the glory of the father. This latter verse refers to everyone voluntarily confessing him, even those who are in rebellion against him. It will be undeniable to all that Jesus is Lord whether or not you follow him. The conquered ones may deny the superiority of their conqueror(s) but in that day everyone will acknowledge that Christ is Lord. We hope you find this sermon faith building and encouraging in your Christian walk. Please leave your comments and questions and share, like and subscribe if you wish.

 

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