Luke 9:23-27
This morning, Pastor Nathanael will be continuing our series on “Dwelling in Christ” by looking at the question found in Luke 9:23-27, “For what does it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses or forfeits himself?”
The call to follow Jesus has little to do with comfort and convenience; it is a radical and costly commitment that leads to an extraordinary reward. This commitment demands our lives, through denying our daily self-centredness, in order that we may find true freedom in the life that God offers.
This is exactly the life that Jesus exemplified for His disciples and us, as we see the overall theme in Luke of the impending shadow of the cross. He exemplified the call and cost of discipleship.
Reflect
How does my life reflect the call to deny myself, take up my cross daily, and follow Jesus? In what areas am I struggling to surrender my desires to His will?
Apply
What is one distraction in your life that is deterring you from following Jesus more closely? Consider some tangible steps to distance yourself from distractions and instead, begin following the teachings of Jesus.
Pray
- Pray that those who attend our service today will have a meaningful encounter with God.
- Pray for our Children’s Ministry Pastor, Jerilyn Bayer and the Children’s Ministry Associate, Annette Faszer.
- Pray for the Children’s Ministry Assistants Abigail, Adelynn, Blythe, Clarissa, Domina, and Sylvie.