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Christian believers share in Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection, which sets them free from the power of sin. But following Jesus requires giving up our old, selfish ways, much like a seed that must die to grow and produce fruit. Because sin is no longer our master, we can now live a brand-new life dedicated to God and have the hope of resurrection life in the age to come.

Romans 6:1–4 Through our union with Christ, we share in his death. But we also share in his resurrection from the dead, so that we can walk in a completely new way of life.

John 12:24–25 Jesus compares the life of being his disciple to a seed that must fall into the ground and die before it can grow and produce fruit.

Romans 6:5–7 The promise we have is that since we have been united with Christ in his death, we will also share in his resurrected life. Our old self was crucified with him on the cross so that sin would no longer rule over us.

Matthew 16:24–25 Following Jesus requires self-denial, taking up our cross, and surrendering our right to live our own way and for ourselves.

Romans 6:8–11 Because Christ was raised from the dead and will never die again, we will one day also live with him.

Galatians 2:20 The Christian life is not centered on the old self; our new life is to be lived by trusting in the Son of God who loved us and gave himself for us.

Romans 6:12–14 Because sin is no longer our master, we should not allow it to rule our bodies or direct our choices. Instead, we are to offer ourselves to God as people who have been brought from death to life—free from the tyranny and dominion of sin.

Jesus’s teachings are not merely suggestions for success, but the very words of God that will enable you to live a better life. Learning Jesus’s teachings and imitating his example will transform your life.

Deuteronomy 18:18 Moses prophesied that God would raise up another prophet like him.

John 1:19-21; 6:14; 7:37-38, 40 John the Baptist denied that he was “the prophet.” People wondered if Jesus was the prophet. Over time, some came to believe that he was.

John 8:25-29; 12:44-50 Jesus claimed to speak as the Father instructed him and do what was pleasing to him. Thus, Jesus not only claimed to be “the prophet” in word, but also in deed. In fact, Jesus never sinned (2 Cor 5:21; Heb 4:15; 1 Pet 2:22; 1 John 3:5).

Some Teachings of Jesus

Matthew 6:12-15; 18:21-35 Forgive those who have harmed you

Matthew 5:23-24, 43-48 Love your enemies; reconcile with those who are angry at you

Acts 20:35 It is more blessed to give than to receive

Matthew 15:36; 26:27; John 6:23; 11:41 Practice gratitude

Mark 12:31; John 13:34-35 Love one another as Jesus loved the disciples

Matthew 6:10-24; Luke 6:15-21 Don’t live for your possessions

Matthew 23:12 Humble yourself; don’t exalt yourself

John 4:34; 6:38; Matthew 6:33; 7:21 Your purpose is to do God’s will

Following Christ will produce transformation in your life, leading to human flourishing.

Pastor Sean uses the Bible version NRSVUE