After a refreshing vacation, I'm ready to get back into the scriptures with you. Open your Bibles to John chapter 3.
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3:2 - He received potential disciples and opportunities to disciple... even at unexpected or "inconvenient" times.
3:3 - Jesus explains the necessity of the new birth to become a disciple.
3:4-7 - Jesus teaches Nicodemus that dependence upon God’s regeneration is essential for discipleship.
3:8 - Discipleship is about letting the sovereign Spirit determine the effects of conversion.
3:9-15 - Discipleship pivots upon Jesus and his heavenly wisdom.
3:16-21 - The message of a disciple concerning the love of God and the redeeming work of Jesus.
3:22-29 - John the Baptist is a great example of what it looks like to be a disciple who deflects from self and points to Jesus.
3:30 - A disciple decreases while Jesus increases.
3:34 - A disciple is sent by God uttering the words of God. The message is a message that includes threats and promises.
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