The first thing that will keep you from following Jesus is preconceived notions about your future. The second thing that will keep you from following Jesus is: 2. Excuses in your present He said to another man, “Follow me.” But he replied, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” Jesus said to him, […]…
Three Would-BeChrist-Followers As was common with many teachers of his day, as Jesus walked from place to place, a whole company of people walked with him – not just his coterie of disciples. As they did so, it was understood that they were listening to Jesus teach, discussing amongst themselves what he was saying, and……
Last week, we journeyed together through Part 1 of “Following Jesus Will Cost You Everything.” This week we continue that investigation with Part 2 by looking at three ostensible Christ-followers who encounter unexpected responses from Jesus regarding their candidacy for discipleship. As was common with many teachers of his day, Jesus walked from place to……