Reproducing Jesus

In this sermon series we are challenged to be made in the image of Jesus so that others can be accurate reproductions of Jesus. A copy of a copy of a copy finally loses its ability to accurately represent the original. We are called to be made in Christ's image, The Original. In the art world, Artist’s Proof copies are replicas made from the original piece of art with the artist, the maker, reviewing and approving it. Our goal is to be an Artist Proof reproduction from the Original. So often in the Western Church culture we are using others' interpretation of Jesus as our master example. We will not see the difference if we do not compare ourselves to the true original, Jesus. 

The only true reproduction of Christ is a man/woman who is actively following the Call of Discipleship. To spend time and energy studying and debating but not taking action is a fake disciple; one who wants to receive the benefits but not pay the price of true discipleship. Jesus says, come follow me, this is a call to action. The call to follow Jesus is accompanied by the cost of discipleship of full surrender. To be All In, holding nothing back, so that we can live the lifestyle of a disciple with the Love of Jesus and the Glory of the Father being the driving force to our lives. This is where our faith becomes alive and this is the way we reproduce Christ in us and in others.  

Sermon Schedule:

Sept. 8 - The Original - Jesus - The Reason for Reproducing. (1 John 3:3)

Sept. 15 - Costly Grace: the Call to Discipleship - Reproducing - The Call of Discipleship. (Mark 8:34)

Sept. 22 - Single-Minded Obedience - Reproducing - The Cost of Discipleship and Following Jesus. (Luke 9:62)

Sept. 29 - Discipleship Lifestyle: Where Faith is Applied - Reproducing - The Radical Life of Discipleship. (Luke 14:33)