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What is a Christian? Christian ( christianos ) = follower of Chris t

What is a Christian? Christian ( christianos ) = follower of Chris t A disciple, not just a believer Jn 8:31 Only disciples were called Christians Ac 11:26 What is a disciple? Disciple ( mathetes ) = learner, follower, adherent Goal is to be like Jesus Lk 6:40

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What is a Christian? Christian ( christianos ) = follower of Chris t

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  1. What is a Christian? • Christian (christianos) = follower of Christ • A disciple, not just a believer Jn 8:31 • Only disciples were called Christians Ac 11:26 What is a disciple? • Disciple (mathetes) = learner, follower, adherent • Goal is to be like Jesus Lk 6:40 • To be conformed to His image Ro 8:29; 2Co 3:18

  2. What are marks of a disciple? • Abides in Jesus’ words Jn 8:31; Mt 7:21-27 • Loves the brethren Jn 13:34-35; 15:12 • Bears much fruit Jn 15:8; Mt 5:16 How does one become a disciple? • It begins with baptism Mt 28:19; Ac 2:38; 8:35-38 • It continues with learning, obeying Mt 28:20; Ac 2:42 • For we must be doers, not hearers only Ja 1:21-27

  3. What are benefits of being a disciple? • Rest for our souls Mt 11:28-30 • Freedom from sin Jn 8:31-36; Ep 1:7; 1Jn 1:9 • The gift of the Spirit Jn 7:37-39; Ga 5:22-23; Ro 15:13 • Peace beyond understanding Jn 14:27; Ro 5:1; Ph 4:6-7 • Joy beyond words Jn 15:11; Ph 4:4; 1Pe 1:8 • Love beyond knowledge Jn 15:9; Ep 3:17-19; 1Jn 3:16 • Fellowship in God’s family Mk 10:28-30; He 10:24-25 • Comfort, hope for the future 2Co 1:3-5; 1Th 4:13-18

  4. Are you truly a Christian? Have you become a disciple of Jesus? Are you experiencing the benefits of being a disciple?

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