I. I. Be a hearer

A. “He who has an ear, let him hear!” (Revelation 2-3)
B. This is the first step in God’s gospel plan of salvation, and it is such an important step because without hearing, we cannot grow! (Romans 10:17)
C. Think about how the Scriptures impact you personally – yes, someone else can benefit from the message, but how can you benefit from it? (2 Corinthians 13:5)
D. Hearing was a part of the first post-resurrection gospel sermon preached on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:37) – but they didn’t stop at hearing; Peter told them to do something (2:38) and 3000 did it (2:41)

II. Be a doer

A. Hearing without doing is pointless (James 1:22-25)
B. “Faith comes by hearing” (Romans 10:17) but we must “add to our faith” (2 Peter 1:5-9)
C. Wisdom is shown in doing what Jesus says (Matt. 7:24-27)

III. Be a bringer

A. Andrew brought his brother Peter (John 1:40-42)
B. Philip brought his friend Nathanael (John 1:43-46)
C. The Samaritan woman brought her neighbors (John 4:29-30)