Christianity is a Contact Sport: The Art of Casting the Net

The Art of Casting the Net

Christianity is a Contact Sport

August 25, 2024

Dr. Clayton Chisum

Mark 1:16 NLT

Mark 1:17 NLT

A true disciple is one who is focused on following Jesus, but what does it mean to follow Jesus?

Mark 1:14-15 NLT

The is the

John 6:44

Who the net?

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Follow Jesus…

…No matter the cost

Mark 8:34 NLT

….Completely

Matthew 6:24 NLT

…By imitating how he threw the net

Matthew 9:35-36 NLT

Mark 1:18 NLT

Discussion Questions:

1. In what ways does the metaphor of fishing represent the Christian call to discipleship? How does this metaphor shape our understanding of evangelism?
2. What does it mean to be an active disciple in today’s context? How did the message challenge the notion of being a Christian spectator?
3. Reflect on Jesus’s calling in Mark 1:17, “Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people.” What does this mean personally to you, and how does it impact your daily life?
4. In what ways can believers effectively cast this net in their communities?
5. What are some practical challenges you face when trying to “cast the net” and share your faith with others? How can those challenges be addressed?
6. The message emphasized the importance of being faithful rather than perfect in evangelism. What does this distinction mean for individuals who feel inadequate in their ability to share their faith?
7. Clayton suggested that true disciples should imitate Jesus in His approach to spreading the Gospel. What specific qualities or actions of Jesus should we focus on emulating in our interactions with others?
8. Reflect on a time when someone “cast the net” in your life. How did it impact you, and what lessons did you learn from that experience that you can apply in your own life?