Lost Cause

Big Idea: If we are going to fulfill the _______________ of Jesus, we must be about the _______________ of Jesus.

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

Reason #2: The Lost Cause Is ____________________.

All the people saw this and began to mutter, "He has gone to be the guest of a sinner." Luke 19:7

"For the Son of Man came to seek and save the lost." Luke 19:10

Reason #3: The Lost Cause Is Our ________________.

"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you." Matthew 28:19-20a

 

Introduction To B.L.E.S.S.

..."Go from your country, your people and your father's household to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you." Genesis 12:1-3

B - __________ ___________ ____________________

Jesus went to a mountainside to pray. Luke 6:12

L - ___________________

"What do you want me to do for you?" Luke 18:41a

E - ___________________

Jesus was having dinner at Matthew's house... Matthew 9:10

S - ___________________

"The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve..." Matthew 20:28

S - ___________________

"I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6