1. This verse contains some important information about following Jesus. a. Jesus connected serving Him with following Him. b. Those who serve and follow Jesus will be where He is. c. The Father will honor those who serve and follow Jesus. 2. In our lesson we are studying passages that teach us about things that we must follow as well as things that we must not follow. 3. As a result of our study, "let us follow the right things."
Discussion:
I. (Romans 14:19) LET US FOLLOW AFTER:
A. "things which make for peace" B. "things wherewith one may edify another."
II. (Ephesians 5:1-2) LET US BE FOLLOWERS OF GOD
A. Let us do so "as dear children." B. Let us "walk in love" as Christ has loved us.
III. (1 Thessalonians 5:15) LET US FOLLOW AFTER "THAT WHICH IS GOOD"
A. This is to be done "ever." B. This is to be done to "everyone."
IV. (1 Timothy 6:11) LET US FOLLOW AFTER:
A. "righteousness" B. "godliness" C. "faith" D. "love" E. "patience" F. "meekness."
V. (Hebrews 12:14) LET US FOLLOW "PEACE" AND "HOLINESS" WITH EVERYONE
VI. (1 Peter 2:21-23) LET US FOLLOW THE LORD'S STEPS
VII. (3 John 11) LET US:
A. not follow "that which is evil" B. follow "that which is good."
Conclusion:
1. The Lord wants everyone to follow Him. 2. Let us: a. comply with His instructions that relate to following Him b. follow the right things.
