Description

Speaking as the outgoing dean of students, this message draws from the example of King Jotham in 2 Chronicles 27, who became mighty because he ordered his ways before the Lord. The message provides six essential areas for living a well-ordered life that honors God.

Scripture Text2 Chronicles 27:6; Romans 12:1-2; James 1:22-24; Ephesians 6:18-19; Philippians 2:3-7; Proverbs 3:5-6

Main Points or Ideas

• Salvation - Know for sure that you have peace with God through faith in Jesus Christ
• Dedication - Decide that your life is God's, presenting yourself as a living sacrifice wholly for His glory and purposes
• Submission - Respond obediently to God's Word when you hear it, being doers of the Word and not hearers only
• Prayer - Learn to pray and rely on God in prayer, both when life is easy and when it's hard, including praying with others
• Humility - Recognize and flee from pride in your life, following Christ's example of humility
• Trust - Follow God and enjoy where He leads, trusting in the Lord with all your heart and not leaning on your own understanding

ConclusionLike King Jotham, we can become mighty not through our own giftedness or abilities, but by ordering our ways before the Lord. These six areas provide a foundation for college students to pursue God, learn to love Him, follow Him, and enjoy life following Jesus.