Matthew 18:1-9
“Great is a little too high for my expectations… I just want to be good." Asil Treblig
Greatness in the Kingdom requires…
Childlike humility. (1-4)
· To repent
· To obey
· To grow
· To persevere
2. The eyes and heart of Christ. (5)
· To see people as Jesus does.
· To treat people as Jesus would.
3. A Christ-like example. (6, 7)
· Influencing others toward Jesus.
· Counter acting the world’s influence.
4. Taking Christ-likeness seriously. (8, 9)
· Rid yourself of stumbling blocks.
· Be resolute before temptation.
GOING DEEPER
Have you ever wanted to be really good at something? Explain.
Read Mark 10:35-45. What did the disciples want and why?
How did Jesus reply to the disciples?
What kind of greatness do you want and why?
What do you have to do in order to make Christ great in your life?
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