The Way of Jesus

THE problem = sin

Universal, destructive and enslaving

Real, factual part of the human condition

Count the cost

Questions of the outlier and outcast

Good News (Gospel)

Repent and believe and...

Follow ME

How to win

Be led by the Spirit

Empowered for service

Retreat for sustenance

Conqueror

Entire spectrum of temptations we face

1. Desire of the flesh (body)

Bread = satisfy

Desire of the flesh…whims of our selfishness

2. Lust of the eyes (soul)

Desire for power and position

A disorder of worship

3. Pride (spirit)

Desire for public recognition

Teacher

Know and use your gifts for the benefit of other

Bring Good NEWS (Gospel)

Speak truth in LOVE

Isaiah/Widow/Naaman

Ask questions

Healer

Prayer

Comfort

Assistance

Balm:comforting, soothing, or restorative effect

Heart Posture

Submission and obedience

Desperation and sickness

Success and followers

Sinners

Pharisees and scribes