I MAKE A DECISION TO TURN MY LIFE, MY WILL, AND FROM THE THINGS OF THE PAST, AND TO INVITE JESUS TO BE LORD, SAVIOR, AND MANAGER OF MY LIFE.

In Principle 1, I admitted and accepted that my life was unmanageable. In Principle 2, I came to believe that Jesus was God Incarnate. Now it’s time to do something about that belief and that is, to turn my life and my will over to Him completely.

I am tired of playing God, and I have decided to let my creator, who is Jesus Christ, become LORD of my life. I am humbly asking Him to forgive my sins and come into my heart and be the LORD and Manager of my life. I realize now that I need a Savior and need His help to live and do HIS will, instead of my own, from this day forward. The study of this Principle will help me to discover the foundation of this truth for my life.

Matthew 11:28-30—

First Jesus gives me "rest," then I find "rest." Explain.  What have I yoked myself with? How was I made tired or burdened?  Is there anything that I cannot bring to the LORD and trust Him with it?

Proverbs 16:1-3—

If the preparations of my heart belong to me and all my ways or motives seem pure, does this insure that the LORD will bring about the promise in Verse 3? Why or why not?  What is the LORD’s part in these verses and what function do they serve?  Give an example of a time when these principles have been observed in my life and what are some of the areas in my life that I need Jesus to manage?

2 Corinthians 6:2—

Does this concept still apply today? Is this still the time of His favor? How can I know for sure?  When is the best time to apply Principle 3 to my life? Am I too late?  Why have I had difficulty with the "now is the time" concept? Do I have problems with this concept in other areas also? If so, how has it affected me?

John 3:16-18—

Why did Jesus come into the world? What is my condition if I don’t accept Him?  Is this scripture saying that "without Jesus" I’m condemned already?  How have I seen this condemnation displayed in my life thus far? Have I observed it in areas such as Health, Socially, Financially, Spiritually, Legally, and in my choices?

John 3:36—

What will happen to those who accept Jesus, that is, become "born again"? What happens to those who don’t accept the free Gift of God?  Is this scripture saying, "that without Jesus," God’s wrath is already on me?  Are there any examples in my life that could be taken as small examples of His wrath in my life? Have they gotten my attention? Why or why not?

Romans 10:9-10—

What does a person do to get saved? What does "believe in my heart" mean?  What does "confess" mean? Why is it important to confess with our mouths? Give an example. (compare with (cf) Matthew 12:34; Luke 6:45)  Has my life changed as a result of doing this and believing it?

1 John 4:15-17—

How can I have God living in me? Is He completely, fully, and wholly in me? What is His command for me? Am I walking in God’s LOVE today?  What does it mean "we know and rely on the LOVE God has for us"?  Am I confident and trusting in His perfect LOVE? What evidence do I have of this in my life?

1 John 5:4-5—

What does it mean to "overcome the world"? How can I overcome the world?  Who and what enables me to overcome the world? Do I believe or do I know this? What is the difference between them?

John 10:17-18—

What does it mean "to lay down my life"? How does this scripture relate to Principle 3?  How does my will correlate with Verse 18? Does "to lay down my life" mean the same as surrender?

John 12:24—

Why does death have to occur before new life can emerge? (cf 1 Corinthians 15:42-49)  Does a seed truly have to be dead before it can grow? What does this scripture mean to me?  Is this principle true in my life? How? How have I died to myself lately? Give an example.

1 Corinthians 15:22—

Must the "Adam" in me die in order for the "Christ" in me to rise and live?  All of mankind has been born into the "death of Adam"; have I now been born "into the life of Christ"?  How do I know for sure? Have I seen verifiable proof? Has anyone else? Explain what this means.

2 Corinthians 5:15-19—

How do I become a new creation?  What does "not regarding others from a worldly point of view" have to do with "the ministry of reconciliation"?  Why should I no longer live for myself?

Romans 5:17—

What is God’s "abundant provision" for me? How do I receive it?  Can I receive “"ight standing with God" in any other way?  Have I received the "gift of righteousness"? What is my proof? Am I "reigning in life" through Jesus?

Philippians 3:7-10—

What does "consider everything a loss compared to knowing Christ" mean?  Where should Christ be positioned in my life, in relation to the other people or things?  How can I know my LORD better according to this text? What is resurrection power? Have I ever witnessed this power in someone? If so, what was it? What affect did it have on them?  Why is suffering so important? (cf Hebrews 5:8) If God is fully in control, why is it so hard to suffer?

Romans 6:12-14—

Does Jesus free me from the control of the flesh so that I can exercise free choice? Obedience?  What can I do to assure that I will never again be an instrument of wickedness?  These scriptures sum up Principle 3. Have I really made this decision? How do I know for sure?

1 Peter 1:13-16—

What does it mean to be self-controlled? Does this have anything to do with obedience?  How do I become self-controlled? Can I or does God have to do it? (cf Galatians 5:16; 22-23)  How do I prepare my mind for action and what action do I need to take? Is a desire "to be Holy" in my heart? Is "holiness" God’s will for me? (cf Leviticus 11:44-45, 19:2, 20:7; 1 Peter 1:15-16; Ephesians 1:4; Hebrews 12:14)

1 Peter 3:16 (cf John 8:9; Acts 24:16; Romans 2:15, 9:1; 1 Corinthians 8:12, 10:23-33; 1 Timothy 4:2)—

How has my conscience been affected by my life of drunkenness? Is there evidence that my conscience has been damaged? What is it? Give some examples.  Will having a clean conscience be an asset in my daily walk in sobriety? How do I get a clean conscience? How do I keep a clean conscience?  By reviewing the verses listed above, whose conscience is the most important? Why?  Has having an unclean conscience affected my character? What are some examples?  How will having a clean conscience before God help me in my preparation for Principle 4?

Is Jesus Christ Lord of my life? If not—Why not?

Pray this Prayer if you are ready:
Lord Jesus, I believe that you died and rose again that I might live. Now, I invite you into my heart this day to rule and reign as LORD and SAVIOR of my life.—AMEN!!!

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