More Like Jesus
If you're honest with yourself, you probably don't know the purpose of your life. Many people feel the same way. In this message, Pastor DaVon shares that God's purpose for your life is to look like Jesus. You will discover 10 qualities that Jesus possessed and that you can possess too.
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Acts 1:8
But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.
Power to transform your life and the lives of others around you.
Romans 8:28-30
And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren. Moreover whom He predestined, these He also called; whom He called, these He also justified; and whom He justified, these He also glorified.
All things work together, not some things.
God works them for good together, not in isolation.
His Purpose - the reason you exist
God is the author of our salvation
Called - invited; divinely selected and appointed
Foreknew - Knew before
Predestined - Prepared beforehand
Conformed - to be like
Image - picture
Justified - declared righteous
Glorified - shine
"More like Jesus" means showing the same qualities and behaviors that Jesus demonstrated
Here are some qualities that Jesus possessed:
Love:
Love others unconditionally
Love your enemies.
Patient and Kind
Empathy:
Feeling what others feel
Showing deep care and concern for others, particularly those suffering
Moved to action
Forgiveness:
Letting go of feelings towards those who have hurt you.
Humility:
Serve others
Humility is not thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less
No pride
Integrity:
Honesty
Doing the right thing even when no one is watching
Generosity:
Being generous with your time, talent, and treasure
Sharing your time, skills, and resources generously.
Words:
His word brought life and encouragement to people
He always said what He meant
Never responded impulsively
Obedient:
Follow God’s Word and the leaders He has placed in your life
Witness:
Share the gospel
Share the message of love, hope, and faith with others
Strong:
Resilient
Determined
Bold
The opposite of weak
I John 3:8
He who sins is of the devil, for the devil has sinned from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that He might destroy the works of the devil.