June 9th, 2023
The marks of a disciple of Christ are seen in one who……
- Abides in Jesus’ words
- Note what Jesus said to those who believed in Him – (John 8:31)
- This would imply being a diligent student of the teachings of Christ
- It also requires one to be a “doer” of the Word – (Matthew 7:21-27) (James 1:21-25)
- Loves the brethren
- Consider what Jesus said to His followers – (John 13:34-35)
- With a love patterned after the love of Jesus – “as I have loved you”
- With a love that is visible to the world – “by this all will know”
- Bears much fruit
- Read what Jesus told His disciples – (John 15:8)
- Notice the word “much” – also found in (v.5)
- Jesus is not talking about an occasional good deed
- But a lifestyle which prompts people to glorify God – (Matthew 5:16) (1 Peter 2:11-12)