the message that Paul and other Christians preached throughout the New Testament. Once people have heard the truth about their sin and God’s holiness, God’s love in Christ, and Christ’s death and resurrection for our justification, the message calls out for response. And what is that response? Is it to walk down an aisle? Is it to fill out a card or to lift up a hand? Is it to make an appointment to see the preacher or to decide to be baptized and join the church? While any of those things may be