WHEN WHAT JESUS ASKS ISHARD

Matt. 19:23-26

• Various occasion that we find that what God asks us is very difficult. • Matt. 19:1-12; Regarding marriage and divorce (vs. 10).

• Matt. 19:16-26; What is asked of the Rich Young Ruler (vs. 23-26).

• Following the Words of Christ/God has its difficulties, but it IS NOT IMPOSSIBLE!!!

We Must Be Sure that Jesus’ words and the Bible is Truly from God!

• “If I am going to commit to that, I have to have extreme confidence that it is God’s word.”

• Hopefully these classes will help with some of that.

Make up your mind now!

• Count the Cost (Luke 14:25-33)• Daniel 1:8• Ex. Marriage

Hunger and thirst for Righteousness Over Hunger for what feels right

• Matt. 5:6• Matt. 6:33• Ex. Woman who went to churches • You can always find a church/religion/interpretation that will tell you it’s ok…• Are you looking to justify your conscience or are you looking to be right with God?

• 2 Tim. 4:3-4

Loving God and his word more than Relationships

• Matt. 10• Ex. An engaged couple• It will most likely happen that a family member or close friend, with teach or practice error/immorality.

There is no Other Viable Option:• John 6:66-69• TO WHOM SHALL WE GO???• If we reject Christ’s words of truth, the only other option is

the lies of Satan. • If I can keep my relationships, but I will lose relationship

with Christ• If I can enjoy comfort and sinful pleasure now, I will not

enjoy eternal pleasure in heaven later.

Most Every Good thing in life is HARD

• Good shape/health• Good grades in school• Advancement in your career• Good relationships• Having children

•Most every worthwhile thing in life has its difficulties and struggles!!!

It is Always Worth It!!!

•Matt. 5:11-12 “Your reward in Heaven is great”

•Matt. 10:24-39- discipleship; 41-42- reward

•Matt. 10:21-22•Rev. 2:10; “a crown of life”

PUTTING THINGS IN PERSPECTIVE:

•Rev. 2:10•Heb. 12:4•Acts 14:22

MAN UP!!!

• 1 Cor. 16:3; Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.

• Joshua 1:9; Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go

• Eph. 6:10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.