Be A Slave!

             

           
In NT the term “slave” is often used for followers of Jesus.  The term “Lord” (kurios) is a slavery term.  It is given to a master or owner of a slave.

You can’t call Jesus Lord 

without declaring yourself his slave.

We may think of slavery as something your forced into, but Jesus invites you to deny yourself. But why would anyone choose to be a slave?  Who signs up for that?

It’s only by becoming a slave to Jesus that we ever truly find freedom.

Only when we deny ourselves will we truly discover joy of following Jesus.

Let me tell you about my Master who calls you to follow Him…

§  He will provide for you.

§  He will protect you.

§  He has the power to forgive you.

§  He can take the pieces of your life & turn them into beautiful mosaic.

§  He can give rest for the weary.

§  He adopts you as His child.

§  He calls you a friend.

Now, where else will you find that kind of a slave/master relationship?

Instead of raving fans, may our churches be filled with true followers, with slaves!

“If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.”    -Luke 9:23 (ESV)

Think of someone you know who needs Jesus.  What do you think it may be that they need to deny or give up in their life?.

What Is It That You Need To Deny

Or Give Up To Be A

True Follower Of Jesus?