Living Sacrifices
Romans 12:1-2 lays out an important template for understanding the Christian life — a life completely transformed by the mercies of the Gospel of Christ.
Sacrifice
The True Greatness of Jesus (Mark 10-11) – Following the Way of Jesus #12
Humility, self-giving, service: these are the qualities of Jesus that made him victorious over sin and death. Those who want to follow him must adopt the same mind and spirit in order to walk his victorious path.
Following Jesus Isn’t Fair
In Matthew 5:38-48 Jesus issues arguably his most challenging set of commandments. Living under Jesus’ kingdom rule means living a life of enduring many and various injustices. Following Jesus isn’t fair.
The Sacrificing Lifestyle of a Follower (Mark 10) – Following the Way of Jesus #11
“Take up the cross” means making real-life changes and sacrifices. That’s what it takes if you want to follow Jesus.
What Is God Worth To You? – Godheart #14
2 Samuel 24 encapsulates the entire spectrum of the life of David — sin and weakness, deep faith and love. More importantly than that, this story sums up the Gospel of David\’s descendant and the response of those who wish to reign with him.
Do You Understand? (Mark 7-8) – Following The Way of Jesus #9
Jesus often challenged his followers to examine themselves with one crucial question: Do you understand?
Overcoming Rejection by Doing Good (Mark 6) – Following The Way of Jesus #8
Jesus was rejected for the good he did and those who follow him will face the same treatment. Instead of giving up or attacking those who attacked him, Jesus overcame by persisting in doing good. Those who follow him must do the same.
Does Jesus Care? (Mark 5) – Following The Way of Jesus #7
Mark 5 tells us one of the most important truths anyone could ever know about Jesus: Yes, he cares.
Giving
God expects his people to be givers, sacrificial givers, givers of themselves to him, givers to others in need.
The Power of the Kingdom (Mark 4) – Following The Way of Jesus #6
Jesus\’ parables and miracles point toward one core element that makes his kingdom truly great: power.