5 Things Jesus Did to Convince Others He Was God

1. Positioned Himself as a servant

Matthew 20:28 "even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many"

2. Jesus functioned as a Shepherd

John 10:10-14"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. I am the good shepherd. the good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep."

3. Jesus related as a friend

John 15:5 "I am the vine and you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing"

Lazarus "Jesus Wept" John 11:35 He wants us to see how he loves us

4. Jesus attracted sinners

Matthew 9:9-13 "As Jesus passed by there He saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth, and He said to him, "Follow me". And he rose and followed Him.", "Those who are well have no need for a physician, but those who are sick. Go and learn what this means, I desire mercy, and not sacrifice. For I came not to call the righteous, but sinners."

Jesus was comfortable with sinners and they were comfortable with Him. We must offer grace and mercy. Zacchaeus (Luke 19:10)

5. Jesus spoke with authority

Luke 4:31-32 "and they were astonished at His teaching for His word possessed authority"

God has put us here to point people to Christ.

How? Do what He did.

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A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Belgium

In the past 23 months I've learned a lot about what it means to follow God. Besides a two year lesson in patience I've learned that God has quite the sense of humor! Case in point, the discovery that our California marriage license was never filed meaning legally we weren't married. Two 2 hour premarital classes and an April Fools Day Wedding later it's official. But the workings of God is in the details, we met some terrific people in th e classes and had the opportunity to share our journey with many people because of the great story a do over wedding makes! It also was a special thing to really understand the vows as we said them and to have a whole new set of friends and family celebrate the second time around.

Becoming a part of His Story is an investment worthy of the time we have left here on earth. It seems only right to give to the One who has given us everything. So I am thankful tonight for His timing and His will. Watch out because the Laws are in it for the long haul and we are Belgium Bound!