All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 1 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Summary
The speaker contrasts two parts of the Great Commission: evangelism (Mark 16:15) and making disciples (Matthew 28:19). He argues that most Christians focus only on evangelism, neglecting the deeper call to discipleship. True discipleship requires two things: a supreme love for Christ that surpasses all earthly relationships, and the daily willingness to deny oneself and carry one's own cross, which means crucifying one's own self-will daily.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Introduction to 'All That Jesus Taught'The speaker introduces a new study aimed at bringing balance to fulfilling the Great Commission.
The Two Parts of the Great CommissionThe Great Commission consists of evangelism in Mark 16 and making disciples in Matthew 28.Mark 16:15
The 99% and 1% ImbalanceMost Christians major on evangelism while very few focus on the command to make disciples.
What is Evangelism?Evangelism is essential for bringing the message that man is in sin and Christ died for the world.
What Does It Mean to Be a Disciple?Jesus explains the true meaning of discipleship to the multitudes in Luke 14 using strong, uncompromising words.Luke 14:25
The First Condition: Supreme Love for ChristA disciple must love Christ so supremely that love for family and even one's own life looks like hatred by comparison.
The Second Condition: Carrying Your Cross DailyWhoever does not carry his own cross daily and follow Jesus cannot be His disciple.Luke 9:23
Crucifying the Self-LifeTaking up the cross means putting our self-life and our own will to death every single day, following the pattern of Jesus in Gethsemane.
The Third Condition: Forsaking All PossessionsA disciple must love Jesus above all material things and forsake possessions in the sense of not being possessed by them.Luke 14:33
How the Command Applies TodayJesus did not demand that everyone sell everything, but rather that each person deal with the specific areas where the love of money has gripped them.
The Example of Abraham and IsaacAbraham's surrender of Isaac illustrates having things without possessing them or letting them become idols.
Summary of the Three ConditionsThe three conditions are loving Christ more than people, more than one's own will, and more than material possessions.
The Danger of Laying Only a FoundationStopping at conversion without moving on to discipleship leaves believers like a builder who lays a foundation but fails to finish the tower.
Conclusion and the Promise of His PresenceJesus promises to be with those who go into all nations and make disciples, and the speaker closes with prayer.
