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Let Us Follow the Lord's Example
(John 8:29)

​Introduction:

         1. In this verse Jesus touched on several important points.
             a. For one thing, He said that the Father "sent" Him [additional details are given in Galatians 4:4-5].
             b. For another thing, He said that the Father was "with" Him [the Father had not left Him alone --
                 Hebrews 13:5].
             c. In addition, He said that He always did those things that please the Father [this sustained the Lord --
                 John 4:34].
         2. As we begin a new year we are concentrating on following the Lord's example of always doing the
             things that please our Father.
         3. We are examining 4 activities that deserve our careful attention this year.

Discussion:


I.           FIRST:  FULFILL  OUR  RESPONSIBILITIES  TO  THE  SCRIPTURES


         A. God gave us the Scriptures for our benefit (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
         B. We need to study them daily (Acts 17:11).
         C. Let us adopt the sentiment stated in Psalm 119:97.

II.          SECOND:  FULFILL  OUR  RESPONSIBILITIES  TO  OTHERS;  INCLUDING:


         A. Service
             1. Galatians 5:13
             2. Matthew 20:26-28
         B. Loving Neighbors
             1. Galatians 5:14
             2. Matthew 22:39; 7:12
             3. Romans 13:9-10
         C. Keeping Things In Proper Perspective When Dealing With Others
             1. Romans 12:16
             2. Philippians 2:3-4
         D. Forgiveness
             1. Ephesians 4:32
             2. Matthew 6:14-15
         E. Loving Enemies (Matthew 5:43-45)
         F. Encouragement (Hebrews 3:13)
         G. Optimism (Philippians 4:4)

III.         THIRD:  FULFILL  OUR  RESPONSIBILITIES  TO  SELF


         A. Avoid Worry and Trust God (Philippians 4:6)
         B. Repent and Seek God's Forgiveness (1 John 1:9)

IV.         FOURTH:  FULFILL  OUR  RESPONSIBILITIES  TO  GOD


         A. Love God (Matthew 22:37-38)
         B. Obey His Will (1 John 5:2-3)

Conclusion:


         1. In John 8:29 Jesus said that He always did the things that please the Father.
         2. "Let us follow the Lord's example" as we go through 2023.
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