The Way Up is Down
May 22, 2016 Preacher: Scott Hollingshead Series: Discipleship Defined
Topic: Discipleship Scripture: Mark 9:30–41
Land Update Part Two: https://vimeo.com/167651269
BIG IDEA: Humility is the Kingdom posture that God blesses. Pursue it!
1. Reflect on the wonder of Jesus’ sacrifice
John Stott wrote, “Nothing in history or in the universe cuts us down to size like the cross. All of us have inflated views of ourselves, especially in self-righteousness, until we have visited a place called Calvary. It is there, at the foot of the cross, that we shrink to our true size.”
Vv. 30-32
2. Redefine greatness
vv. 33-34
Jesus doesn’t say you shouldn’t pursue greatness. He simply redefines it.
-Greatness in God’s eyes is not about self-glory but self-giving.
-Greatness isn’t defined by what you accomplish but how you serve.
3. Resolve to serve God’s people sacrificially
v. 36-37
-Jesus wants you to serve others as if you were serving Jesus himself
vv. 36-41
-Learn to celebrate others successes
More in Discipleship Defined
September 25, 2016
Living ProofSeptember 18, 2016
The Power of the CrossSeptember 11, 2016
Sovereign Surrender