Let the Dead Bury the Dead

Let the Dead Bury the Dead

Notes:

To another he said, “Follow me.” But he said, “Lord, let me first go and bury my father.” And Jesus said to him, “Leave the dead to bury their own dead. But as for you, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.” – Luke 9:59-60 (ESV)

What makes this a confusing moment?

• 1. Why is Jesus being so ?
  2. What does His actually mean?

Understanding the context:

– The man never said his father was

– The process of Jewish burial was a

How do you respond to the call of God?

1. We can say .

As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.” At once they left their nets and followed him. – Matthew 4:18-20 (NIV)

2. We can say .

Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said. “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” At this the man’s face fell. He went away sad, because he had great wealth.

– Mark 10:21-22 (NIV)

3. We can say .

Today’s Big Idea…

Never let the of take priority over the of

“Again, the Kingdom of Heaven is like a merchant on the lookout for choice pearls. When he discovered a pearl of great value, he sold everything he owned and bought it! – Matthew 13:45-46 (NLT)