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• Larson wonders how his congregation, using push-button technology, would answer the question “do you accept sudden conversion?”

• The possibility of sudden change is relevant in nearly every area of human endeavor.
• Psychologists debate over whether we can transcend our personalities and upbringings.
• Educators believe this kind of change is possible and wonder how it can be accomplished.

• Scripture says it is never too late for a person to change.
• Many of the greatest figures in church history experienced sudden conversion.

• Illustration: Zacchaeus, short in stature, climbs a tree so he can see Jesus.
• Jesus bids Zacchaeus to come down from the tree, perceiving he is spiritually hungry.
• Zacchaeus is radically changed after one encounter with Jesus and his love.
• “Sudden” conversion is often seen only after a long period of development.

• Converted people are full of love for self, God, and neighbors.
• Conversion is a cure brought about by exposure to Jesus, the greatest lover.
• Acceptance of this love is the key to conversion.

• Illustration: Retired man now has time to tell his wife how he likes his eggs cooked.
• The time to consider salvation is now.