We Exist to Glorify God by Making Gospel-Centered Disciples of All People

Main Idea: Our faith in Christ must be rooted in an unwavering belief that He will fulfill His promises. Faith does not work apart from Christ. Faith is needed in dire circumstances. Faith is not a half-hearted, half-trusting hope. Faith at times coexists with disbelief in our hearts. Faith is a full dependance and trust that the Lord will work and fulfill His promises.

Main Idea: Jesus’s glory was revealed to man and it enables us to suffer for the things of God. Jesus is worthy. (v. 2-4) Jesus can be trusted. (v. 5-6) Jesus is with us. (v. 7-8) Jesus modeled it. (v. 9-13)

Main Idea: Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection was a necessity to redeem humanity, therefore He is worthy of having our lives centered around Him. Christ’s suffering was a necessity for our Redemption. Our own self-denial is a necessity for following Jesus. As a result, believer’s will experience the necessary coming of Jesus’ glory.

Main idea: The turning point of following Christ is a clear, personal confession that Jesus is the Christ. Reality #1: Many people have the wrong understanding of who Jesus is. Reality #2: Following Jesus is an act of faith recognizing Jesus as the Christ.