Faith & Reason Nexus

Acts 9:2

To truly be “of this way,” one must be willing to take several transformative steps.

Step Out of Unconcern

• Mark 8:36-37 — Recognize the value of the soul over worldly gain.
• Acts 2:37 — Be deeply moved to change upon hearing the message.
• Acts 17:11 — Examine the Scriptures with a readiness to understand.
• Matthew 5:6 — Hunger and thirst for righteousness.
• Matthew 7:7-8 — Seek and pursue truth persistently.

Step Into Christ

• John 6:44-45 — Come to Christ, drawn by God’s teachings.
• 2 Thessalonians 2:14 — Respond to the call through the Gospel.
• Matthew 28:19 — Be baptized and follow Jesus.
• Ephesians 5:17 — Understand the will of the Lord.

Step Out of Ignorance

• Open your heart and mind to spiritual understanding and knowledge of God’s word.

Step Out of Sin

• Mark 8:36-37 — Consider the cost of sin and turn away.
• Acts 2:37 — Be convicted to repent.
• Acts 17:11 — Seek truth and reject sinful ways.
• Matthew 5:6 — Desire a righteous life.
• Matthew 7:7-8 — Actively seek forgiveness and transformation.

Live with Faithfulness

• Revelation 2:10 — Remain faithful, even unto death.
• 1 Corinthians 15:58 — Be steadfast, knowing that your work in the Lord is not in vain.

Step Out of Self

• John 6:44-45 — Yield to God’s calling.
• 2 Thessalonians 2:14 — Embrace your purpose in Christ.
• Matthew 28:19 — Commit to discipleship.
• Ephesians 5:17 — Seek God’s will above your own.
• Matthew 16:24 — Deny yourself and take up your cross.
• Jeremiah 10:23 — Recognize that we need God’s guidance.
• 2 Corinthians 8:5 — Give yourself first to the Lord.
• Philippians 2:3, 5 — Act in humility, considering others.
• Romans 12:3 — Have a sober view of yourself in light of God’s mercy.

Are you a part of “the way”?