I’M SAVED—NOW WHAT? 

Acts 9:1–9 NASB95

¹ Now Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest,

² and asked for letters from him to the synagogues at Damascus, so that if he found any belonging to the Way, both men and women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem.

³ As he was traveling, it happened that he was approaching Damascus, and suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him;

⁴ and he fell to the ground and heard a voice saying to him, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting Me?”

⁵ And he said, “Who are You, Lord?” And He said, “I am Jesus whom you are persecuting,

⁶ but get up and enter the city, and it will be told you what you must do.”

⁷ The men who traveled with him stood speechless, hearing the voice but seeing no one.

⁸ Saul got up from the ground, and though his eyes were open, he could see nothing; and leading him by the hand, they brought him into Damascus.

⁹ And he was three days without sight, and neither ate nor drank.

BASICS FOR BEGINNERS

1. the New Testament through first.

2. I recommend the New King James Version of the Bible.

3. Endeavor to read the entire Bible through in the next twelve months. Reading only three chapters daily and five on Sunday will accomplish this goal. Approximately fifteen minutes daily is all the time needed.

4. Commit to inspirational and salvation-related verses.

5. Take your Bible with you to every church service. Find the verses that the minister cites.

6. When we get there study the lessons in this series regarding the Bible and its place in our lives: “The Importance of the Word of God” and “How to Study the Bible Systematically.”

1. Make prayer a affair.

2. Pray with your if they are saved.

3. Develop the ability to pray at . Do not be discouraged if you cannot do so at first, for this comes through practice, experience, and perseverance.

4. Go to church early and pray before every .

5. God hears and prayer. Never be dismayed or doubtful if your prayers are not answered when and how you want them to be.

6. Look up of Scripture relating to prayer and obey them.

7. In times of , obey James 5:13-18 by calling for the pastor and the elders of the church.

8. Study the lessons in this series on prayer: “What is Prayer” and “Importunity in Prayer.”

1. Fasting is simply doing food, or both food and water.

2. Commit yourself to fast on a basis.It is healthy, both physically and spiritually.

3. Occasionally go on fasts, that is, more than one day at a time.

4. When your pastor calls for a time of fasting, it if there is any way possible.

1. Choose a church as a regular place for worship; do not run from church to church.

2. Attend each service in your church.

3. Attend each service or special service.

4. When there are services at your church, do not another church, even though there may be something special happening at that time. Only attend special services at other churches when you are not having services at your church.

5. , worship, sit up front, and get involved in the church services. Ignore distractions, overlook petty problems, and let God and His house be the center of your life.

Witnessing

1. Tell others what has done for you.

2. Your greatest is the life you live.

3. After you have been trained, begin teaching others home Bible studies.

4. Show a spirit in your witnessing. Do not be argumentative or judgmental, but show love and kindness to those to whom you witness.

5. Show to all guests to your church by welcoming them, shaking their hand, showing them the church building, and so on. Pray with guests who come forward to the altar for prayer.

6. Do not make sarcastic remarks about others’ either publicly or privately. Never mention anything to guests about their non-adherence to church standards.

Get Involved in Your Church’s

1. Being new does not restrict you. Do not be bashful, but get involved; the pastor and other members will appreciate your involvement.

2. Take an interest in the church ; help clean, paint, build, and so on.

3. Accept . You are needed and are important to the cause of Christ.

4. Whatever your age, gender, abilities, or financial status, there is something you can do. Find your and fill it well.

5. Never become of someone else’s talents or position. God will open doors of opportunity for you to serve if you remain faithful.

6. Whatever the church is doing, do not ; become a part of the program.

7. Support your church with your through tithes, offerings, missions, and building fund.

8. When new people move into the community and want to make your church their church, accept, love, and introduce them. Help them feel that they and are a part of the church and community.

YOUR

1. Your pastor is your bishop, or overseer. (See Acts 20:28; I Timothy 3:1-7.)

2. Other ministers, along with your pastor, will dispense spiritual for your soul’s growth and progress. Receive it with thanksgiving, checking in your Bible to see what they preach and teach. (See Acts 20:28; I Peter 5:1-4.)

3. Perfection (maturity) and edification will come to you through the ministry of the Word of God. (See Ephesians 4:11-14.)

4. God’s method for saving people and building their faith is the of the Word of God. (See Romans 10:14-17; I Corinthians 1:21.)

5. God has set the ministry, especially your pastor, as a over your soul. (See Ezekiel 3:17-21; Acts 20:28; Hebrews 13:17; I Peter 5:2.)

6. to your pastor is required as long as what he asks you to do is scriptural and right. (See Hebrews 13:7, 17, 24.)

7. Esteem and true and faithful ministers of the gospel regardless of their age or position. (See Philippians 2:25-30;I Thessalonians 5:12-13;I Timothy 5:17-19).

YOUR WITH OTHERS

With

1. We are to “provide things honest in the sight of all men” (Romans 12:17). (See also II Corinthians 8:21.)

2. If your friends are unsaved, endeavor to lead them to Christ by living a holy and godly life before them. (See I Corinthians 7:13-16; I Peter 3:1-6.)

3. Conduct yourself in wisdom and honesty toward all people, especially sinners (Colossians 4:5-6). (See also I Thessalonians 4:12.)

4. God’s people are the light of the world and the salt of the earth; conduct yourself accordingly (Matthew 5:13-16). (See also Philippians 2:15.)

With

1. Be an to other believers(I Timothy 4:12-16).

2. the example of others. (See Titus 2:1-15;I Peter 5:3.)

3. your circle of friends; have fellowship with all the saints, not just a few. (See Acts 2:42; I John 1:7.)

4. Become a , build love and harmony in your local assembly, encourage new converts, and pray for others. (See Matthew 5:9; Hebrews 12:14; I Peter 2:21.)