Dig Deeper
Read chapter 3, I Will Not Let My Church Be about My
Preferences and Desires in Thom Rainer’s book I Am a Church Member, pages 33-42.
After witnessing an incredible “mountain top
spiritual experience” Jesus’ Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-8; Mark 9:2-8; and
Luke 9:28-36) and hearing Jesus’ second prediction of His death and
resurrection the disciples are traveling with Jesus to Capernaum. While
traveling the disciples argue over who among them “should be the greatest”
(Mark 10:33). Jesus explains that greatness in His kingdom is achieved by
serving others (Mark 9:35).
What additional insights about greatness in Christ’s
kingdom are gleaned from the following Scriptures?
Matthew 18:2-5; Mark 9:33-37; and Luke 9:47-48--
Matthew 20:20-28; and Mark 10:35-43--
Matthew 5:18-19--
Luke 7:8-10--
Matthew 15:28--
Philippians 2:5 commands, “Let this mind be in you,
which was also in Christ Jesus.” contrast Colossians 1:15-18 with Mark
15:16-37. What motivation does this provide for you to not let your church be
about your preferences and desires?
Application
Third Pledge: I
am a church member. I will not let my church be about my preferences and
desires. That is self-serving. I am a member in this church to serve others and
to serve Christ. My Savior went to the cross for me. I can deal with any
inconveniences and matters that aren’t my preference or style. I Am a
Church Member, page 41
Memorize This
Mark
10:43-- But it must not be like that among you. On the
contrary, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant. HCSB
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