TO FOLLOW THE LAMB

To Follow Jesus – (To follow Jesus “wherever he goes” means a life of self-denial and sacrificial service for others – Matthew 20:20-28)

Kingdom Servants and Slaves – (To be a citizen of the kingdom requires a life of self-sacrificial service for others, and not power over them – Mark 10:35-45)

The Paradigm of Calgary – (“Christ crucified” is the pattern for, and the test of, genuine discipleship. THAT is the Christ believers are called to emulate)

Whosoever will Follow Me – (After Jesus healed a blind man, for a fleeting moment, the eyes of Peter and the disciples were opened to “see” just who he was – Mark 8:27-38)

Persecution and the Cross – (To follow Jesus means self-denial and a willingness to suffer for his sake. Persecution for him is the highest honor for his disciple – Matthew 5:10-12)

Let This Mind Be In You… – (Paul summons believers to emulate Christ’s obedience unto death)

His Absolute Authority – (At the conclusion of his “Sermon on the Mount,” Jesus vested his words with ABSOLUTE AUTHORITY – Matthew 7:21-28 )

Mercy is NOT Optional – (Acts of mercy and love are the defining characteristics of the true disciple of Jesus and reflections of the nature of God – Matthew 5:43-48)

The Young Rich Man – (Mark 10:17-31 – Obedience to the Law is insufficient to inherit everlasting life in the Kingdom of God)

Faithful and Unfaithful Disciples – (How one treats weaker members of the church determines whether one is faithful)

Greatness in the Kingdom of God – (To be “great” in God’s Kingdom one must become the servant and slave of all)

Destiny and Purpose – (The New Testament provides clear statement on the purpose and destiny of the disciples of Jesus)