Do I really have to give up everything for Jesus?
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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Are we disciples of Jesus? Are we learning?
Am I a Christian, a follower or a disciple of Jesus? I need to think this through. It is an …
Are we disciples of Jesus? What does Jesus require of us?
Jesus was quite explicit about the cost of following Him. Discipleship requires a totally committed life: “Any of you who …
“I remembered the word of the Master.” ~Peter
Let us consider the word “master” (usually translated Lord). So here is a fundamental question: “What is the foundational reality …
“Moved with compassion, Jesus touched their eyes; and immediately they regained their sight and followed Him.” ~Apostle Matthew
Jesus has healed me. What should I do? Just move on with life like it didn’t happen? Not at all. …
“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
I am a disciple of Jesus. That means I must learn from Jesus. Jesus was one a mission to preach …
“Learn from me, because I am lowly and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls” ~Jesus
Jesus calls on me to learn. ”Disciple” means to learn. I am to learn from Jesus. Jesus is my Master. …
“Paul entered the synagogue and spoke boldly, arguing and persuading them about the kingdom of God.” ~Luke
I need to speak boldly. I need to speak boldly every day. I need to argue and persuade as many …
“The one who welcomes you welcomes me, and the one who welcomes me welcomes him who sent me.” ~Jesus
Jesus gives me good news. As a disciple, if anyone welcomes me, they are welcoming Jesus and God. There is …
“No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.” ~Jesus
I want to follow Jesus. Am I ready for what it takes? Have I counted the cost and now prepared …
“Go and make disciples of all nations.” ~Jesus
Every apostle was a disciple, but not every disciple was an apostle. Every person who believes in Jesus is called …
Was Jesus the Messiah’s mission one of preaching and teaching?
I am a disciple of Jesus. That means I must learn from Jesus. Jesus was one a mission to preach …
“They took Jesus, therefore, and He went out, bearing His own cross.” ~Apostle John
Jesus paid it all for me. Jesus died a horrible death on the cross. Jesus calls on me to join …
“Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you.” ~Jesus
One of the benefits of being a disciple is that obedience brings peace. If I’m not at peace, I need …
“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
God has a goal for all of us who are disciples of Jesus. Jesus wants us to live in unity. …
“If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow (accompany) me” ~Jesus
Jesus demanded disciples become slaves of the Master (aka Owner). This isn’t optional even though it sounds repugnant. I am a …
“Go sell whatever you own and give it to the poor. All your wealth will then be heavenly wealth. And come follow me.” ~Jesus
Jesus looks me hard in the eye. Jesus is clear. Jesus isn’t going to pull any punches with me. …
“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
Jesus wrapped up His Manifesto (Matthew 5 – 7). The teaching is over. What He has said is amazing. The …
“You’re not yet taking God seriously!” ~Jesus
How am I doing with my faith and belief in God and Jesus? Am I taking God seriously? Confidence in …
“If any of you wants to serve me, then accompany me.” ~Jesus
Jesus wants me to accompany him. Jesus wants me to go where He has gone and is going. Jesus wants …
Discipleship — Is peace is a result for the disciple?
I am to be a disciple. That is the goal that Jesus has for me. Making disciples is important because …
Church — Disciples are sent out by Jesus the Messiah
Yikes! Many people today understand the church as a building. This is not a biblical understanding of the church. Period. …
Discipleship — The cost of Discipleship Involves a Denial of Self-interests and Desires
Jesus was quite explicit about the cost of following Him. Discipleship requires a totally committed life: “Any of you who does …
“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a slave above his master.“ ~Jesus
Am I a Christian or a disciple of Jesus? I need to think this through. It is an important question. …
“This has to be the Son of God!” ~Roman Captain at the Crucifixion
A crucifixion is a most painful, cruel and protracted form of execution which involved the victim being roped or nailed …
“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a slave above his master.” ~Jesus
Jesus is my Master. Jesus owns me. I am His slave. I should be happy with that being enough. This …
Disciples — We Learn from our Master Jesus the Messiah
Jesus was quite explicit about the cost of following Him. Discipleship requires a totally committed life: “Any of you who …
Jesus didn’t call me to be Christian. He called me to be a disciple.
Jesus didn’t call me to be a Christian. He called me to be a disciple. Jesus is my Master teacher. …
“Go out and train everyone you meet, far and near, in this way of life.” ~Jesus
Jesus had one last thing to say before he ascended into heaven to be in charge of God’s country. Jesus …
Is there any wiggle room in this? “All men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” ~Jesus
Jesus started a whole bunch of new stuff. He wasn’t about the old world. His mission was to bring God’s …
"Take it seriously, show the way for others, and you will find honor in the kingdom." ~~Jesus
Jesus demands that I take His way seriously. There is nothing frivolous about it at all. My job, my mission, …
Is there a difference between being a Christian and a Christ (Messiah) follower?
There is definitely a difference in being a “christian” and being a “Christ (Messiah) follower”. Did Jesus ever ask anyone …
Digital Ministry: How important is the moment where a disciple decides to engage?
Cultivate these things. Immerse yourself in them. The people will all see you mature right before their eyes! Keep a firm grasp …
