A Clay Jar

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The Marks of Discipleship

The posts with this tag are ones that look at discipleship and what a disciple of Jesus should be about.

Fishers of men

Becoming Fishers of Men – Matthew 4:19

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Jesus called Peter, Andrew, James, and John to leave all behind and to follow him. But most of us he calls to follow him where we are, faithfully serving him.

come out of Babylon

Come Out of Babylon – Revelation 18:4

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As believers we need to come out of Babylon. Don't be a part of this world and its way of doing things. But seek after holiness instead.

Lord, what about him?

But What About Him or Her? – John 21:21-22

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It is only natural to want to compare ourselves with others asking 'what about him'. But Jesus calls us to follow the plan he has for us.

a new command: love one another

A New Command to Love One Another – John 13:34

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Jesus commanded us as to love each other. This is not a suggestion or optional command. We should love each other as Jesus has loved us.

mark of a real disciple

The Mark of a Real Disciple of Jesus? – Matthew 7:21-23

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The mark of a real disciple is not based on religious activity. Instead it is centered around doing the will of God. To obey is better than sacrifice.

Foot washing

Foot Washing As an Act of Discipleship – John 13:1-15

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One of the last things Jesus did with his disciples was to wash their feet. And then instructed them to do likewise. How should we respond to this today?