1 Loving Jesus makes all the difference in the WorldJohn 21:15-18 John 21:15–19 (ESV) — 15 When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Feed my lambs.” 16 He said to him a second time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Tend my sheep.” 17 He said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was grieved because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” and he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep. 18 Truly, truly, I say to you, when you were young, you used to dress yourself and walk wherever you wanted, but when you are old, you will stretch out your hands, and another will dress you and carry you where you do not want to go.” 19 (This he said to show by what kind of death he was to glorify God.) And after saying this he said to him, “Follow me.”
2 Who do you love? Not, who do you like and manipulate so you can take advantage of them? I have heard, I love you all my life. Some were genuine, some were phony. 1. Who do you love? 2. Not, who do you like and manipulate so you can take advantage of them? 3. I have heard, I love you all my life. Some were genuine, some were phony. I have developed a dislike for that word.
3 Dealing with Peter publiclyBlesses him-Feeds him first Shows that Jesus is truly concerned about Peter A. Blesses him-Feeds him first B. Shows that Jesus is truly concerned about Peter
4 The issue was Peter’s love for ChristThe issue was Peter’s love for Christ. If a man really loves Christ, his life will be devoted and dedicated. ἀγαπάω To esteem, love, indicating a direction of the will and finding one’s joy in something or someone. philéō, to love, indicating feelings, warm affection, the kind of love expressed by a kiss ἀγαπάω To esteem, love, indicating a direction of the will and finding one’s joy in something or someone. philéō, to love, indicating feelings, warm affection, the kind of love expressed by a kiss
5 Three fold question Love—Warm affection forFeed--To feed sheep, to pasture or tend while grazing, Tend— poimaínō – Shepherd-implies the whole office of the shepherd as guiding, guarding, folding of the flock as well as leading it to nourishment Love—Warm affection for Feed--To feed sheep, to pasture or tend while grazing, Tend— poimaínō – Shepherd-implies the whole office of the shepherd as guiding, guarding, folding of the flock as well as leading it to nourishment
6 Question is your love for JesusWhat does love do? How does love change a person? How differently do you respond when you Love Jesus? A. What does love do? B. How does love change a person? C. How differently do you respond when you Love Jesus
7 Feed, Tend my Sheep Feed-as in leading to pastureFeeding in the pastures Bringing to pastures Psalm 23—Shepherd’s Psalm Tend-As in total care A. Feed-as in leading to pasture 1. Feeding in the pastures 2. Bringing to pastures 3. Psalm 23—Shepherd’s Psalm B. Tend-As in total care 1. Feeding 2. What are your needs? 3. What are ways that bring growth 4. Has to do with breeding and delivery of babies 5. Has to do with right pastures 6. Has to do with protection 7. Has to do with …….
8 Jesus gives Peter a new commission:He is now a shepherd (pastor) besides being a fisher of men. 1 Peter 5:1–11 All Christians are expected to be fishers of men (soul-winners), but some have been called into the special ministry of shepherding the flock. What good is it to win the lost if there is no church where they might be fed and cared for? he is now a shepherd (pastor) besides being a fisher of men. 1 Peter 5:1–11 (NLT) — 1 And now, a word to you who are elders in the churches. I, too, am an elder and a witness to the sufferings of Christ. And I, too, will share in his glory when he is revealed to the whole world. As a fellow elder, I appeal to you: 2 Care for the flock that God has entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly—not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God. 3 Don’t lord it over the people assigned to your care, but lead them by your own good example. 4 And when the Great Shepherd appears, you will receive a crown of never-ending glory and honor. 5 In the same way, you who are younger must accept the authority of the elders. And all of you, dress yourselves in humility as you relate to one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” 6 So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. 7 Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. 8 Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. 9 Stand firm against him, and be strong in your faith. Remember that your family of believers all over the world is going through the same kind of suffering you are. 10 In his kindness God called you to share in his eternal glory by means of Christ Jesus. So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation. 11 All power to him forever! Amen. All Christians are expected to be fishers of men (soul-winners), but some have been called into the special ministry of shepherding the flock. What good is it to win the lost if there is no church where they might be fed and cared for?
9 Graduates. Do you love Jesus?If you LOVE Jesus, it won’t make any difference what others say about Him, You will still be loyal You will develop a love for another persons who will one day become your spouse. Part of marriage vows Do you love Jesus? Will you love the Lord Jesus with all your heart, soul, strength and mind? A. If you do, it won’t make any difference what others say about Him, You will still be loyal B. You will develop a love for another persons who will one day become your spouse. 1. Part of marriage vows "Do you promise to have this man/woman to be your wedded wife, to live together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love her, comfort her, honor her, and keep her in sickness and in health; and forsake all others and keep to only her for as long as you both shall live?" 2. Do you love Jesus? a. Brotherly love b. Tim coming and protecting me on the playground 3. Will you love the Lord Jesus with all your heart, soul, strength and mind?
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11 Graduates: Matt Strom Cora Bennett Kenna Gardiner College Anket Negi
12 Graduates: Matt Strom Cora Bennett Kenna Gardiner Brandon Johnson College Anket Negi
13 First Baptist Church May 28, 2017 Graduation Sunday
14 Matthew Normington StromGraduating from JCC Reception for Matthew is today from pm at the Strom’s home 1115 South Hwy, Jackson Future plans for Matthew are to attend the University of Northwestern - St. Paul He will be playing football for the Eagles in the Fall. Matthew’s Life verse is “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
15 Cora Ruth Marie BennettGraduated from Sunflower Christian Academy May 22nd in Rogers, Ar. Reception for Cora is Sunday, July 9th from 2-4 pm at Kats Hog Restaurant in Jackson Future plans Cora are to attend the Kentucky School of Phlebotomy Cora plans to become a Lab Technician/Phlebotomist
16 Kenna Nicole Gardiner Graduated from Mt. Lake HS Friday, May 26thReception for Kenna is Saturday, May 20 from 2-5 pm at the Gardiner’s home 1009 Mountain Lake Road, Mt. Lake Future plans for Kenna are to attend Asbury University In Wilmore, Kentucky. She is going to major in Equine Assisted Wellness and Psychology and plans to pursue a career in Equine Assisted Therapy which is therapy for people with special needs, physical and mental, and they ride and interact with animals Kenna’s Life verse is Jerimiah 29:11
17 You may congratulate Ankit by giving cards to hisCollege Graduate Ankit Negi Graduated from International American University California with a Master’s degree in Business Administration on May 19, 2017. This is in addition to his first Masters of Electrical and Computer Sciences. You may congratulate Ankit by giving cards to his In-Laws Lee and Trisha Porter as he is not having a party.
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