Disciples Follow Jesus Where He Leads – Matthew 16:24
Jesus calls us to discipleship. It is not enough to be a fan on the sidelines. He expects us to deny ourselves, and to follow him.
The Marks of Discipleship
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Discipleship: What Does It Mean to Be a Disciple of Jesus?
As followers of Jesus, we are called to discipleship. Not to sitting on the sidelines and cheering. But getting involved in the kingdom.
Is the Cross Enough for Our Salvation?
The cross is essential to our salvation. But is it enough? The cross represents forgiveness. But that is only the beginning of a new life in Christ.
Are You Known as a Disciple of Jesus? – Acts 19:15
How are you know by the people you encounter? Are you just a nameless face? One of the guys? Or a disciple of Jesus? Some Jews who went around driving out evil spirits tried to invoke the name of the Lord Jesus over those who were demon-possessed. They would say, “In the name of the Jesus whom Paul preaches, I command you to come out.” Seven sons of Sceva, a Jewish chief priest, were doing this. One day the evil spirit answered them, “Jesus I know, and Paul I know about, but who are you?” Then the man who had …
Diversity in the Body of Christ, A Good Thing – Matthew 10:2-4
We don’t know much about many of Jesus’ disciples. But they included a tax collector and a zealot. Political opposites. And Jesus chose them intentionally.
The Good Fight of the Faith – 1 Timothy 6:12
In this passage, Paul calls on us to live a much more active life for Christ than we commonly do. Lace up the gloves and fight the good fight of the faith.
The Cost of Discipleship – Luke 14:33
What is the cost of discipleship? Jesus says here that unless I give up all that I have, I cannot be his disciple. Discipleship requires that I give everything to him.
The Marks of a Disciple of Jesus – Luke 9:23
Are you a fan of Jesus, or a disciple? A fan sits on the sidelines and cheers, but does not get involved. A disciple will follow Jesus wherever he leads. Jesus calls us, not to be fans, but to deny self, to daily take up our cross, and to follow him.
Set an Example – 1 Timothy 4:12
Are you a good example of the Christian life stype to the believers around you? All of us should strive to set an example of Christlikeness to those we come into contact with. Set an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. Strive to make your life one that others could safely copy.
Take Up Your Cross and Follow Jesus – Mark 8:34
Jesus invites the crowd to discipleship. But not to a cheap imitation of discipleship. His call to discipleship is to take up our cross and follow him.