New Life Church Morning Worship, September 9, A.D. 2012
Outline for sermon: "Disciples! Come!" John 1:35-51

Intro: The Apostle John's exclusive news story reveals four aspects of God's work in making disciples:

I. God searches hearts
A. Simeon

B. Zechariah to Revelation

C. Purification, not condemnation; Nathanael's example

    
II. God changes names
A. What's in a name?

B. Rock Johnson and the Sons of Thunder

C. The disciple's basic I.D. is radically changed

    
III. God EFFECTIVELY calls disciples to follow
A. Finishing well trumps starting poorly

B. FEAR NOT!

    
IV. God reveals His glory
A. Climbing the ladder with Jacob

B. The flesh: You show and I'll go. The Spirit: Follow Him and you shall know

Conclusion: Philippians 3:8-14