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Following Jesus 1
The Radical Call: Embracing Jesus as Rabbi
Sunday April 7, 2024 - Pastor Wungreiso Valui
Mark 1:17-18

I. Introduction

Scripture Text:

"Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will send you out to fish for people." At once they left their nets and followed him." Mark 1:17-18

The Message: Embrace Jesus as the ultimate Rabbi, embodying the way, truth, and life.

II. Understanding Jesus as Rabbi

  1. Definition of Rabbi: Master, spiritual guide.
  2. Tradition of discipleship: Pinnacle of the Jewish education system.
  3. Jesus was not the only Rabbi: Comparison with other rabbis: Hillel, Gamaliel.

III. Following Jesus: A Practice

"Everyone then who hears these words of mine and does (prasso in greek-to do) them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock." Matthew 7:24
  1. Following entails observing and practicing Jesus' teachings.
  2. Following is a continuous practice akin to 24/7 commitment.
  3. Following is different from wandering (Planétés: Wanderer/False Teacher)

IV. Responding to Jesus' Invitation

"Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will send you out to fish for people." Mark 1:17
  • 1. Listen: Understand the importance of Jesus' call. ... "Rabbi" (which is to say, when translated, Teacher), "where are You staying? (John 1:38b)
  • 2. Ask: Seek clarity and understanding. And looking at Jesus as He walked, he said, "Behold the Lamb of God!"(John 1:36)
  • 3. Look: Recognize Jesus as the Lamb of God. They came and saw where He was staying, and remained with Him that day (now it was about the tenth hour). John 1:39
  • Abide: Dwelling with Jesus

VI. Practical Applications

  • 1. Personal Spiritual Growth: Practice Jesus' teachings daily, seek to abide in Him, and deepen your relationship with Him.
  • 2. Service and Outreach: Live out the radical call of discipleship by love in action
  • 3. Community Engagement: Extend Jesus' invitation to others and invite them to experience the transformative power of faith in Jesus.
  • 4. Leadership Development: Mentor others in their faith journey, guide them to follow Jesus as the Rabbi, and observe His teachings in their lives.