Ninth & O Baptist Church
Disciples: People Who Devotedly Follow Christ (Luke 14:25-35) - Dr. T. J. Betts
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Disciples: People Who Devotedly Follow Christ (Luke 14:25-35) - Dr. T. J. Betts
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Disciples: People Who Devotedly Follow Christ (Luke 14:25-35)
Dr. T. J. Betts
- The Characteristics of an Authentic Follower of Christ
A. Following Christ is characterized by a devotion to Him which is greater than one’s devotion to significant others (14:26a).
B. Following Christ is characterized by a devotion to Him which is greater than one’s devotion to self (14:26b-27).
C. Following Christ is characterized by a devotion to Him which is greater than one’s devotion to stuff (14:33).
- The Cost of being an Authentic Follower of Christ (14:28-32)
What’s the point of these two parables?
A. They point out the cost of following Christ.
B. They point out the cost of neglecting Christ.
- The Consideration of an Authentic Follower of Christ (14:34-35)
The Point: If we are not devoted followers of the Lord Jesus Christ, then we are of no spiritual use. Our spiritual lives have been a waste.
A. Will I devote my life to counting for Christ?
B. Will I devote my life to spiritually counting for nothing?