The Way of Jesus Part 4
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This document outlines 5 qualities of "salty servants" according to a passage in the Book of Mark. The qualities are: 1) Recognizing Jesus as the greatest; 2) Regarding all believers as equally important; 3) Rejoicing in the discipleship of others; 4) Taking responsibility for oneself in order to help others; 5) Enduring trials and persecution for Jesus. The document uses the passage in Mark and examples from Eastern culture to explain what it means to be a "salty servant" and disciple of Christ.
The Way of Jesus Part 4
- 1. “Salty Servants” Mark 9:30-50
- 2. The Heart of Mark: The Way • Begins with the healing of the blind man from Bethsaida, Mark 8 • Concludes with the healing of blind Bartimaeus, Mark 10
- 3. The Heart of Mark: The Way • Jesus is leading the disciples on a physical journey from Galilee to Jerusalem • On the way, He’s teaching us about His Messiahship and our discipleship
- 4. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 1. “Salty servants” recognize that Jesus is the Great One in the room
- 5. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 1. “Salty servants” recognize that Jesus is the Great One in the room Two things to appreciate: – The value of salt in the ancient world
- 6. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 1. “Salty servants” recognize that Jesus is the Great One in the room Two things to appreciate: – The value of salt in the ancient world – The importance of “rank” in Eastern culture
- 7. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 1. “Salty servants” recognize that Jesus is the Great One in the room What is the criterion for determining “rank” in the Kingdom of Heaven?
- 8. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 1. “Salty servants” recognize that Jesus is the Great One in the room Questions of our importance are of no importance, because no one really ranks after Jesus!
- 9. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 2. “Salty servants” regard every fellow believer as important because they belong to the Father
- 10. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 2. “Salty servants” regard every fellow believer as important because they belong to the Father In the KOH, we are all equally worthless and priceless at the same time!
- 11. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 2. “Salty servants” regard every fellow believer as important because they belong to the Father – “Salty servants” extend their hands to receive every fellow believer with equal dignity
- 12. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 2. “Salty servants” regard every fellow believer as important because they belong to the Father – “Salty servants” extend helping hands of kindness to those in need
- 13. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 3. “Salty servants” rejoice over the discipleship and ministry of others
- 14. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 3. “Salty servants” rejoice over the discipleship and ministry of others – “Salty servants” realize that there is no room for rivalry in the KOH
- 15. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 3. “Salty servants” rejoice over the discipleship and ministry of others – “Salty servants” are not smug about their spirituality
- 16. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 3. “Salty servants” rejoice over the discipleship and ministry of others – “Salty servants” refuse to put up roadblocks to other’s ministries
- 17. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 4. “Salty servants” take responsibility for others by taking responsibility for themselves
- 18. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 4. “Salty servants” take responsibility for others by taking responsibility for themselves Don’t take Jesus’ words literally, but do take them to heart!
- 19. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 4. “Salty servants” take responsibility for others by taking responsibility for themselves Two reasons to perfect holiness: –Our eternal destiny is at stake!
- 20. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 4. “Salty servants” take responsibility for others by taking responsibility for themselves Two reasons to perfect holiness: –Our eternal destiny is at stake! –Other’s eternal destiny is at stake!
- 21. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 5. “Salty servants” endure trials and persecution for Jesus’ sake “Everyone will be salted with fire”
- 22. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 5. “Salty servants” endure trials and persecution for Jesus’ sake God will purify every one of Jesus’ followers through trials and persecution
- 23. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 5. “Salty servants” endure trials and persecution for Jesus’ sake “Endure hardship as discipline, for the Lord chastens those He loves.”
- 24. 5 Qualities of “Salty Servants” 5. “Salty servants” endure trials and persecution for Jesus’ sake “Do not think it strange when fiery trials come upon you”
- 25. Are you “worth your salt”?