How does Jesus end the greatest sermon that has ever been preached?
He ends His sermon by putting the ball in their court.
I fear that the church has reduced the salvation of Jesus into a of easy believism.
James 2:19 – even the demons believe – and shudder!
To what does Jesus call His disciples if not a simple transaction of believing?
Read Matthew 7:21-23
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Jesus is calling His disciples, not to a transaction, but to a living .
What is the difference between a transaction and a relationship?
A transaction is simply the exchange of resources for a service or goods. A relationship is a real connection that includes knowledge and trust.
What does a relationship with Jesus look like?
He says a relationship with Him looks like a wise man building his house on the rock.
Read Psalm 62:1-2, 7-8
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He says going our own way in life, rather than His way, looks like a man who built his house on the sand.
All salvation is based on relationship. All relationship is based on .
When you think of your spiritual story, do you see a transaction or a relationship?