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Tag Archives: Disciple

“I remembered the word of the Master.” ~Peter

July 22, 2020

Let us consider the word “master” (usually translated Lord). So here is a fundamental question: “What is the foundational reality …

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“Moved with compassion, Jesus touched their eyes; and immediately they regained their sight and followed Him.” ~Apostle Matthew

April 5, 2020

Jesus has healed me. What should I do? Just move on with life like it didn’t happen? Not at all. …

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“Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people.” ~Apostle Matthew

March 13, 2020

I am a disciple of Jesus. That means I must learn from Jesus. Jesus was one a mission to preach …

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“Learn from me, because I am lowly and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls” ~Jesus

March 3, 2020

Jesus calls on me to learn. ”Disciple” means to learn. I am to learn from Jesus. Jesus is my Master. …

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“Paul entered the synagogue and spoke boldly, arguing and persuading them about the kingdom of God.” ~Luke

February 10, 2020

I need to speak boldly. I need to speak boldly every day. I need to argue and persuade as many …

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“The one who welcomes you welcomes me, and the one who welcomes me welcomes him who sent me.” ~Jesus

February 8, 2020

Jesus gives me good news. As a disciple, if anyone welcomes me, they are welcoming Jesus and God. There is …

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“No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.” ~Jesus

December 24, 2019

I want to follow Jesus. Am I ready for what it takes? Have I counted the cost and now prepared …

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“Go and make disciples of all nations.” ~Jesus

November 18, 2019

Every apostle was a disciple, but not every disciple was an apostle. Every person who believes in Jesus is called …

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Was Jesus the Messiah’s mission one of preaching and teaching?

April 27, 2019

I am a disciple of Jesus. That means I must learn from Jesus. Jesus was one a mission to preach …

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“They took Jesus, therefore, and He went out, bearing His own cross.” ~Apostle John

March 2, 2019

Jesus paid it all for me. Jesus died a horrible death on the cross. Jesus calls on me to join …

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“Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you.” ~Jesus

February 16, 2019

One of the benefits of being a disciple is that obedience brings peace. If I’m not at peace, I need …

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“The goal is for all of them to become one heart and mind — just as you, Father, are in me and I in you, so they might be one heart and mind with us.” ~Jesus

December 12, 2018

God has a goal for all of us who are disciples of Jesus. Jesus wants us to live in unity. …

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“If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow (accompany) me” ~Jesus

November 1, 2018

Jesus demanded disciples become slaves of the Master (aka Owner). This isn’t optional even though it sounds repugnant. I am a …

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“Go sell whatever you own and give it to the poor. All your wealth will then be heavenly wealth. And come follow me.” ~Jesus

October 29, 2018

  Jesus looks me hard in the eye. Jesus is clear. Jesus isn’t going to pull any punches with me. …

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“And when Jesus finished these sayings, the crowds were astonished at his teaching, for he was teaching them as one who had authority, and not as their religious elitist leaders.” ~Apostle Matthew

October 16, 2018

Jesus wrapped up His Manifesto (Matthew 5 – 7). The teaching is over. What He has said is amazing. The …

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“You’re not yet taking God seriously!” ~Jesus

October 6, 2018

How am I doing with my faith and belief in God and Jesus? Am I taking God seriously? Confidence in …

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“If any of you wants to serve me, then accompany me.” ~Jesus

September 23, 2018

Jesus wants me to accompany him. Jesus wants me to go where He has gone and is going. Jesus wants …

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Discipleship — Is peace is a result for the disciple?

September 12, 2018

  I am to be a disciple. That is the goal that Jesus has for me. Making disciples is important because …

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Church — Disciples are sent out by Jesus the Messiah

August 2, 2018

Yikes! Many people today understand the church as a building. This is not a biblical understanding of the church. Period. …

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Discipleship — The cost of Discipleship Involves a Denial of Self-interests and Desires

July 19, 2018

Jesus was quite explicit about the cost of following Him. Discipleship requires a totally committed life: “Any of you who does …

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“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a slave above his master.“ ~Jesus

July 17, 2018

Am I a Christian or a disciple of Jesus? I need to think this through. It is an important question. …

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“This has to be the Son of God!” ~Roman Captain at the Crucifixion

June 30, 2018

A crucifixion is a most painful, cruel and protracted form of execution which involved the victim being roped or nailed …

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“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a slave above his master.” ~Jesus

June 23, 2018

Jesus is my Master. Jesus owns me. I am His slave. I should be happy with that being enough. This …

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Disciples — We Learn from our Master Jesus the Messiah

May 25, 2018

Jesus was quite explicit about the cost of following Him. Discipleship requires a totally committed life: “Any of you who …

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Jesus didn’t call me to be Christian. He called me to be a disciple.

May 9, 2018

Jesus didn’t call me to be a Christian. He called me to be a disciple. Jesus is my Master teacher. …

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“Go out and train everyone you meet, far and near, in this way of life.” ~Jesus

November 1, 2017

Jesus had one last thing to say before he ascended into heaven to be in charge of God’s country. Jesus …

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Is there any wiggle room in this? “All men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” ~Jesus

February 1, 2017

Jesus started a whole bunch of new stuff. He wasn’t about the old world. His mission was to bring God’s …

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"Take it seriously, show the way for others, and you will find honor in the kingdom." ~~Jesus

March 3, 2016

Jesus demands that I take His way seriously. There is nothing frivolous about it at all. My job, my mission, …

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Is there a difference between being a Christian and a Christ (Messiah) follower?

February 26, 2016

There is definitely a difference in being a “christian” and being a “Christ (Messiah) follower”. Did Jesus ever ask anyone …

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Digital Ministry: How important is the moment where a disciple decides to engage?

May 15, 2014

Cultivate these things. Immerse yourself in them. The people will all see you mature right before their eyes! Keep a firm grasp …

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