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Burn the Ships: Self-Importance
May 7, 2023 / Dr. Clayton ChisumSelf-Importance
Burn the Ships
May 7, 2023
Dr. Clayton Chisum
Following Jesus is a “burn your ships” moment — and a decision everyone must make.
Matthew 16:24 NIV
Burn the ship of
Matthew 16:24 NIV
Philippians 3:7-8 NLT
Denying yourself means
Colossians 3:3 NLT
Denying yourself means
Hebrews 12:1-2 NLT
Jesus is asking you to be his fully devoted disciple.
Mark 1:18 NLT
Mark 10:28 NLT
Isaiah 41:13 NLT
Discussion Questions:
- What was the significance of Cortes burning all 11 of his ships?
- Jesus said in Matthew 16:24 that we must “burn our ships” if we are to be true disciples. Read this verse and discuss what it means to “deny yourself.”
- How can selfishness and an attitude of self-importance hinder your walk with God?
- How does “fixing our eyes on Jesus” help us burn the ship of self-importance?
- How can you do that this week?
- Pray for the commitments made and the continued commitments for M4M coming in this week.