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Series: Authentic Christianity
Jerry Watts
Matthew 6:19-24
• What do you think when you hear the word "Authentic?" Most think of the text book definition; real, genuine, and even original. Unless you're a collector, you might forget the simple truth that authentic is more valuable than a copy.
• A full-set of a first edition of the Gutenberg Bible (1456) is reported worth $35m+, while a collection of Shakespeare's works (1632) are worth approximately $6m, and a first edition copy of the Declaration of Independence approximately $8m. It seems to be that there is something to be said for being 'authentic' because we understand each time a copy is made, the value goes down because it is less like the original.
• A great illustration of this truth can be seen in the 'key' to your house. Over time you make many keys until at some point the newly made key doesn't work. While it may resemble the original, it is not close enough to turn the tumblers or better said, "Work right." This means being able to perform the task for which it was designed.
• It is this concept about being 'authentic' that, for the next four weeks, we will look at. An authentic Christian is a Biblical Christian. He/She is worth her weight in gold (and more because of influence, live style, and activity. This person is the one in whom the world looks and see non-other but Jesus.
• From the beginnings of His earthly ministry - His call was simply, "Follow Me."
• Based on His words, think about the walk of the authentic believer in His FOLLOWSHIP. Acts 16:32 is a familiar verse, but Acts 16:31 asks, "What must I do?"
1. We Follow Him in Salvation - Following Jesus in salvation is, without a doubt, one of the most misunderstood truths of the Bible. That is why, right now, there are untold scores of people sitting at home, on their boats, on the golf course, and in bed, who if asked would say this, "Yes I am a Christian. I have trusted Christ as my Savior. ...
Series: Authentic Christianity
Jerry Watts
Matthew 6:19-24
• What do you think when you hear the word "Authentic?" Most think of the text book definition; real, genuine, and even original. Unless you're a collector, you might forget the simple truth that authentic is more valuable than a copy.
• A full-set of a first edition of the Gutenberg Bible (1456) is reported worth $35m+, while a collection of Shakespeare's works (1632) are worth approximately $6m, and a first edition copy of the Declaration of Independence approximately $8m. It seems to be that there is something to be said for being 'authentic' because we understand each time a copy is made, the value goes down because it is less like the original.
• A great illustration of this truth can be seen in the 'key' to your house. Over time you make many keys until at some point the newly made key doesn't work. While it may resemble the original, it is not close enough to turn the tumblers or better said, "Work right." This means being able to perform the task for which it was designed.
• It is this concept about being 'authentic' that, for the next four weeks, we will look at. An authentic Christian is a Biblical Christian. He/She is worth her weight in gold (and more because of influence, live style, and activity. This person is the one in whom the world looks and see non-other but Jesus.
• From the beginnings of His earthly ministry - His call was simply, "Follow Me."
• Based on His words, think about the walk of the authentic believer in His FOLLOWSHIP. Acts 16:32 is a familiar verse, but Acts 16:31 asks, "What must I do?"
1. We Follow Him in Salvation - Following Jesus in salvation is, without a doubt, one of the most misunderstood truths of the Bible. That is why, right now, there are untold scores of people sitting at home, on their boats, on the golf course, and in bed, who if asked would say this, "Yes I am a Christian. I have trusted Christ as my Savior. ...
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