Our first class this morning was amazing. Not just our class but all of the classes. There is a fresh and renewing spirit among us. It must be because the Spirit is among us. I was truly amazed at the participation today and look forward to the weeks to come. It is going to be enlightening, challenging and encouraging. I can't wait to see what God is going to do as we seek to follow Him more completely. If you would be interested in hearing the general introduction to the classes made on August 30th you can go to the church web site and listen to the audio of that presentation. In addition, there are links to other lessons and the other two blogs for classes www.northmissionchurch.org
We clearly discovered in class that discipleship or being a disciple of Jesus is much more than simply learning about Jesus or even following Him. To be a disciple of Jesus is to be a person who seeks to put His teaching, His heart, His life into the daily practice and attitudes of our life.
I would love to hear some feedback from the previous post or any thoughts you might have about the upcoming study. Below are a few questions we will be considering next week so you might consider them and before class or any time during this week.
1) Compare Luke 1 & 2 with Matthew 1 & 2. What is the significance of the different ways these two gospels present the birth and infancy narratives?
2) Why do you think only Luke records the event about Jesus at age 12?
3) From the first 2 chapters of Luke do you think the author is placing greater stress on the humanity or the divinity of Jesus?
4) If we take the picture of Jesus in Luke 1 & 2 as a model, what do we learn about the nature of discipleship?
I'm looking forward to hearing from you!!!
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It is so awesome that the people are hungry for challenge. It's a testimony to the working of the Spirit, no doubt. I am finding myself looking at Jesus on a much more personal level, and envisioning myself as a 1st century follower. It is frightening and empowering at the same time. So refreshing!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed the first class. We are excited about learning to be a true disciple of Jesus Christ. Look forward to Sunday!
ReplyDeleteYes, I think the whole idea hit off greatly. I do feel a newness with amoSng us there. Seeing what coarse this will take our church. True discipleship, what a concept that we all need to grasp. yes, i am with jason it is exciting but frightening. Frightening might be, we are all stepping out of the boat and into the water. Lets all keep our eyes on Jesus, trust him and he will lead us. Maybe this is the initial feelings of true discipleship.
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ReplyDeleteWe are a grp of xtians in Wpg., Manitoba Canada. We also are using same guide. Look forward to seeing yr thoughts. We start tomorrow eve. Small grp of approx 10-15.
Thanks for blogging.
Jake,
ReplyDeleteJust read down to the bottom of my blog today. I hope you are also being blessed with this study. It has been a great challenge to us. If you didn't know, our class discussions are recorded and available at our web site: www.northmissionchurch.org
Thanks, Tim O.