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Chris·tian ( P ) Pronunciation Key (krschn)
adj.
1) Professing belief in Jesus as Christ or following the religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus.
2) Relating to or derived from Jesus or Jesus's teachings.
3) Manifesting the qualities or spirit of Jesus; Christlike.
4) Relating to or characteristic of Christianity or its adherents.
5) Showing a loving concern for others; humane.
What Does it Mean to Be a Christian?
In the Bible, the word "Christian" only appears three times. In Acts 11:26, Luke writes "...The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch." In Acts 26:28, King Agrippa tells Paul; "In a short time you will persuade me to become a Christian." And, in 1 Peter 4:16: "...but if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not feel ashamed, but in that name let him glorify God." In each case, the Greek word Christianos (khris-tee-an-os') is used, which is translated "follower of Christ."
Jesus Died for Our Sins
But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." -- Romans 5:8
God Is Holy. God is absolutely and perfectly holy (Isaiah 6:3), therefore He cannot commit or approve of evil (James 1:13). God requires holiness of us as well. First Peter 1:16 says, "You shall be holy, for I am holy."
Being a Christian is more than identifying yourself with a particular religion or affirming a certain value system. Being a Christian means you have embraced what the Bible says about God, mankind, and salvation. Consider the following truths found in Scripture.
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adj.
1) Professing belief in Jesus as Christ or following the religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus.
2) Relating to or derived from Jesus or Jesus's teachings.
3) Manifesting the qualities or spirit of Jesus; Christlike.
4) Relating to or characteristic of Christianity or its adherents.
5) Showing a loving concern for others; humane.
What Does it Mean to Be a Christian?
In the Bible, the word "Christian" only appears three times. In Acts 11:26, Luke writes "...The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch." In Acts 26:28, King Agrippa tells Paul; "In a short time you will persuade me to become a Christian." And, in 1 Peter 4:16: "...but if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not feel ashamed, but in that name let him glorify God." In each case, the Greek word Christianos (khris-tee-an-os') is used, which is translated "follower of Christ."
Jesus Died for Our Sins
But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." -- Romans 5:8
God Is Holy. God is absolutely and perfectly holy (Isaiah 6:3), therefore He cannot commit or approve of evil (James 1:13). God requires holiness of us as well. First Peter 1:16 says, "You shall be holy, for I am holy."
Being a Christian is more than identifying yourself with a particular religion or affirming a certain value system. Being a Christian means you have embraced what the Bible says about God, mankind, and salvation. Consider the following truths found in Scripture.
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