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A Disciple: A Transformed Living. Transformed Disciple – Part 4 of 5 Luke 6:40; 1 Peter 2:21-25; 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1 Anthony Grove Baptist Church Rev. Dennis E. Bean July 20, 2008. Luke 6:40 .
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A Disciple: A Transformed Living Transformed Disciple – Part 4 of 5 Luke 6:40; 1 Peter 2:21-25; 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1 Anthony Grove Baptist Church Rev. Dennis E. Bean July 20, 2008
Luke 6:40 40 A student is not above his teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher. (NIV)
1 Peter 2:21-25 21 To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. 22 “He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.” 23 When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly.
24 He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. 25 For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls. (NIV)
1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1 31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. 32 Do not cause anyone to stumble, whether Jews, Greeks or the church of God— 33 even as I try to please everybody in every way. For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many, so that they may be saved. 1 Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ. (NIV)
If I Am Going to Live Like Jesus Lived … 1. I Must Live A ________. Holy Life Acts 4:30 30 Stretch out your hand to heal and perform miraculous signs and wonders through the name of your holy servant Jesus.” (NIV)
A. I Must ________ to Become a Disciple. Repent Luke 13:3 3 I tell you, no; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish. (NKJV)
B. You Can __________ Without Holiness. Not See God Hebrews 12:14 14 Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. (NIV)
C. Grace Teaches Us To Say ___________________. No to Ungodliness
Titus 2:11-14 11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. 12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, 13 while we wait for the blessed hope—the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, 14 who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good. (NIV)
2. I Must Go About _________. Acts 10:38 38 how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, because God was with him. (NIV) Doing Good
James 4:17 17 Anyone, then, who knows the good he ought to do and doesn’t do it, sins. (NIV)
3. I Must Treat Everyone _________________. Luke 6:31 31 Do to others as you would have them do to you. (NIV) With Dignity and Respect
A. Jesus Was Accused of befriending _______. Luke 7:34 34 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and you say, ‘Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and “sinners.”’ (NIV) Sinners
B. Jesus Extended Respect to the _________. Luke 5:13 13 Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” And immediately the leprosy left him. (NIV) Outcast
4. I Must Value ________ of Everyone. The Soul Luke 20:21 21 So the spies questioned him: “Teacher, we know that you speak and teach what is right, and that you do not show partiality but teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. (NIV)
Acts 10:34 34 Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism (NIV)
A. Jesus Prayed for His _______. Matthew 5:44 44 But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, (NIV) Enemies
B. Jesus Prayed For His ________________. Luke 22:32 32 But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” (NIV) Disappointing Disciple
C. Jesus Prayed for His __________. Luke 23:34 34 Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. (NIV) Executioners
5. I Must Live to __________ God. John 17:4 4 I have brought you glory on earth by completing the work you gave me to do. (NIV) Bring Glory
1 Corinthians 10:31 31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. (NIV)