I was an Alien!

Ephesians 2:12

Eph. 2:1-5, 12-15, 19-20; 4:17-20; Col. 1:20-23

My title this morning sounds like a 'B' grade science fiction movie from the early 50's. For most of us the term 'alien' has taken on a new meaning. We have the idea that all aliens are green and arrive in space ships. Yet the term actually means:

With a clear understanding of what the word actually means, it is not difficult to understand how the Apostle Paul used it in reference to those who had never placed their faith in Jesus Christ.

It is true, I was an alien! There was a time when I belonged to another person and another place. I was of a different nature and character. I was a foreign-born citizen of this world.

But, thanks to Calvary…that isn't true anymore! I have been born again. I have a new nature and a new character…the character of Christ. I am no longer of this world, I am a citizen of heaven. I belong to the Lord. He has purchased me with His shed blood. I am an alien, no more! I am a child of the King!

But there are still many people today who are lost. They are aliens to the things of God. They may not realize they are lost, but they are without God. What an awful condition to be in. Christian, do you remember what it was like when you realized that you were lost and without hope? Then do you remember the overflowing joy that came when you accepted Jesus Christ as Savior and was born into God's family?

"Amazing Grace, How Sweet The Sound, That Saved A Wretch Like Me. I Once Was Lost, But Now Am Found, 'Twas Blind, But Now I See." This morning I want us to consider the 'Lost'.

I. The Cause of People Being Lost

II. The Consequences for People Who are Lost

III. The Compassion of Jesus Christ for People Who are Lost

For those here this morning who have never accepted Jesus Christ as Savior, the invitation is for you to come. As God is dealing with your heart today, why not accept the finished work of Christ as payment for your sin, and be saved today? It will mean the difference between heaven and hell, eternal life and eternal death. Will you come?

Christians, what is our attitude toward the lost? Do we care? Jesus looked upon the multitudes and was moved with compassion. What do we see? We need to see this world as Jesus sees it. One person at a time…who needs to know that God loves them…and has provided a way for them to be reconciled to Himself and be saved.

(Lam 3:51a) "Mine eye affecteth mine heart…"