March 5, 2023 Follow Me Week 2
“I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.” —Jesus
As Disciples or Apprentices of Jesus, Our Goal is to live and love in the Way that Jesus lived and loved.
Both sin and busyness have the same exact effect…
They cut your connection to God,
to other people, your own soul.
“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.” Matt 11:28-30 MSG
But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.” Luke 10:41-42
Hurry Sickness: A behavioral pattern characterized by continual rushing and anxiousness.
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Hurry kills the best version of you.
And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul? Is anything worth more than your soul? For the Son of Man will come with his angels in the glory of his Father and will judge all people according to their deeds. Matthew 16:26-27
Discussion questions:
Which activities help you feel truly rested?
Which part of this message was most impactful for you and why?
What three things matter most to you? Why did you choose these things, and how can you prioritize them?
What will you do to walk slowly enough to experience Jesus fully and love people deeply? How will you know when you’re doing this well?
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