Thursday, July 14, 2005

Follow the leader


Ray Stedman's sermon Follow the Leader is a classic. All people were made to follow some master, but not in a compulsory manner. We can choose to follow Jesus Christ, or choose to follow some other master. The shepherd promised by the Lord in Ezekiel 34:23-24 is an allusion to the Messiah. Christians believe Jesus Christ is the Messiah. As redeemed people, to live in the fullness of God’s presence, Christians must follow Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Brian Kluth outlines how Christians should follow Christ. Share these with your class. Ask what else based on Scripture would they add to this summary, or what's included that's inappropriate (hint: Jesus is merciful and joyful, too. Shouldn't we follow Him in this regard, too?). What else?

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