Biblical Conversion

There are many Biblical terms which common people misunderstand and misinterpret. One of the major reasons for this is ignorance. The false narratives and manipulated assumptions created by certain groups also add to this issue.
     The consequences of such twisted and manufactured ideas are far-reaching. Not only does it destroy the mutual understanding and respect, it even promotes enmity between different groups.
     Conversion is one such Biblical term most people in India today really abhor. They may have their own excuse for the same. But as Christians it is high time, we are sure of what the Word of God says about conversion.
A blessing
Consider the number of conversions in the New Testament. It was not a change of name or religion. On each occasion it was a radical change in their mindset as well as movements. Notice few examples:
     Zacchaeus the extortioner got converted and agreed to give half of his wealth to the poor and to return fourfold to all from whom he had extorted in the past (Luke 19:1–9).
     Saul of Tarsus, the blood thirsty persecutor got converted and became a tender-hearted brother who sacrificially served the Lord and His people (Acts 9:1ff).
     So is every Biblical conversion then and now. It is the wonderful work of the Holy Spirit using the Word of God. The attitude and affections of the convert is changed and that in turn is reflected in the actions.
     A genuine convert to Christ not only finds satisfaction and peace of mind, he is a blessing at home and to the society as well. It can never be forced or induced by any human agency.
Let us explore this topic and make it known to our country men.
Yours in His service,

NTK

Outline: 1:-

Church at Antioch

1.     It was a grounded Church, Acts 11:19 - 21; 8:1
2.     It was a growing Church, Acts 11: 21 - 24.
3.     It was a gracious Church, Acts 11:23; 13:2, 3; 14:26
4.     It was a generous Church, Acts 11: 27 - 30
5.     It was a garnished Church, Acts 13: 1 - 3

Bro. Daniel Varghese, Punalur

Outline:2

Ministries of the Risen Christ

1.     Comforting the Sorrowful, John 20: 13 .. 17
2.     Giving Peace to the frightened, John 20: 19 cf. Isa 41:10
3.    Opening the eyes of the Blind, Luke 24: 13 .. 31 cf. 2Pet 1:9
4.    Assuring the weak believer, John 20: 25 .. 27 cf. Heb 3:12, 14.
5.    Restoring the backslidden, John 21: 21
6.    Entrusting Ministry to Followers, Matt 28: 18 .. 20
Our Lord faithfully accomplished all His ministries. It's a pattern for us too.

By Bro. Pressennen P. P. Madurai

Anecdote: 1

Partial conversion

At the Santal Ashram in India, one day in the week was declared a holiday for the low-caste sweepers. The ashramites would volunteer to do the sweeping, scavenging and cleaning the latrines.
A member of the ashram, a Brahmin convert was reluctant to scavenge and clean latrines. When asked by Dr. Stanly Jones when he was going to do his part, he replied, "Well, I am converted but I am not converted for that far."

Source: Unknown

Anecdote:2

Death to Self

One sister was about to leave for China for missionary work, one friend said, "What on earth, are you going to burry yourself in China for? You will never stand the climate; you will be dead in six months." She replied, "my dear girl, I want you to know five years ago I died, when Jesus called me to China, I bowed my head at the cross and died to everything except God and China".

Source Unknown

Worthy Quotes:

"You can't tell the exact moment when night become day, but you know when it is day time."

_________ Author Unknown

"When a person is truly converted, certain things always happen; there are certain marks which show the reality of that conversion."

_________ William MacDonald

"All the aspects related to someone's conversion and newly transformed life in Christ are accomplished sovereignly by God."

_________John MacArthur