The Marks of Discipleship
The posts with this tag are ones that look at discipleship and what a disciple of Jesus should be about.
Disciples Follow Jesus Where He Leads – Matthew 16:24
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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.
Sermon on the Mount: Fasting – Matthew 6:16-18
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Jesus concluded his teaching about our acts of righteousness with fasting. Fasting, like giving and prayer, should be done in secret.
Living Faithful to God in the Midst of a Godless World
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One of the challenges facing believers today is our relationship with the world around us. How do we live faithfully to God in a pagan world?
Discipleship Starts with Being a Learner
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At the foundation of being a disciple is being a learner. Learn the lessons that Jesus has to teach us in his Word and through the Holy Spirit.
Discipleship: How To Become a Disciple of Jesus
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How does a person become a disciple of Jesus. It first requires a new birth. And then it requires a commitment to give up all and follow.
Discipleship: What Does It Mean to Be a Disciple of Jesus?
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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?
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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
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Do the people, and evil spirits, around you know you as a disciple of Jesus? Or is your life no different than that of the rest of the world.
Diversity in the Body of Christ, A Good Thing – Matthew 10:2-4
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We don't know much about many of Jesus' disciples. But they included a tax collector and a zealot. Political opposites. But chosen intentionally.
The Good Fight of the Faith – 1 Timothy 6:12
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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.
Consider the Cost of Discipleship – Luke 14:33
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What is the cost of discipleship? Jesus says here that unless I give all that I have, I cannot be his disciple. It requires that I give all.
The Marks of a Disciple of Jesus – Luke 9:23
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A disciple will follow Jesus wherever he leads. He calls us, not to be fans, but to deny self, to daily take up our cross, and to follow him.
