I. Decide you want the things Jesus has to offer.

A. Eternal Life
B. Eternal Happiness
C. Life with the Father
D. Peacefulness that cannot be duplicated
E. Joy, Joy, Joy

II. Decide to let go of the things the world has to offer.

A. Fame?????
B. Fortune?????
C. Good times?????

1. Parties - Headaches, hangovers
2. Sexually transmitted Diseases, etc.
3. Money - does not bring happiness
4. Popularity - till the money runs out (like the prodigal)

D. Dream fulfillment - not really!!!!!!

III. Carry through with your decision.

A. Look to Him

1. For Salvation
2. For Strength
3. For Guidance

B. Give your life to Him.

1. Unconditionally
2. Right now
3. For all time - not just until you get through a problem.

C. Cast off the old "coat" that is so unprofitable.

1. The sinful, degrading, and harmful ways of your life are not needed nor condoned by God.
2. Refuse to dwell on the things that Satan tries to call to your remembrance.
3. Stay away from the places that give you problems in your spiritual life.

D. Wear the "New Coat" that Jesus provides for us.

1. Find and use a good church, Godly friends, prayer closet, His Word, etc.
2. Keep your eyes on the real treasure that is worth having -- God's treasure and all that He has to offer!!!!

Gary Marcum - East 38th Street Free Will Baptist - 060296am