Following Christ (John 1:35-51)

Key Idea: Following Christ means that our new life is fully and ultimately about Christ. I. We have a new object of faith II. We have a new understanding of reality III. We have new change and growth IV. We have a new mission

Focused on Christ (John 1:19-34)

Understanding Who We Are Not (“I am not the Christ”) Understanding Who We Are (“I am a voice… I am not worthy”) Understanding Who Jesus Is (“the Lamb of God”)

Steadfast (1 Thessalonians 1:1-3)

Three foundational attributes in the steadfast Christian life: I. A faith that works II. A love that labors III. A hope that endures