True Greatness

TRUE GREATNESS

05/25/2025; Luke 9:28-62; Steve Thiel; Christ Proclamation Church

Sermon Theme – Jesus, the one true King, is different than what the disciples anticipated. He is not only the promised Son of Man, but the Suffering Servant, who will be crucified on a cross. Therefore, we must repent, believe, and be willing to sacrifice our comfort, priorities, and relationships to follow Christ!

I. MAJESTY OF GOD – (Luke 9:28-43a)
   A. Glory of Christ – (Luke 9:28-36)
      1. Transfiguration of Christ
      2. Teaching of Christ
   B. Power of Christ – (Luke 9:37-43a)
      1. Rebuking an Unclean Spirit
      2. Response of Astonishment
II. FOOLISHNESS OF MAN – (Luke 9:43b-50)
   A. Prediction of Death – (Luke 9:43b-45)
      1. Disciples Lack Understanding
      2. God Conceals Understanding
   B. Argument About Greatness – (Luke 9:46-50)
III. SACRIFICE OF FOLLOWING – (Luke 9:51-62)
   A. Those Who Reject Christ
   B. Those Who Follow Christ
      1. Sacrifice of Creature Comforts
      2. Sacrifice of Significant Priorities
      3. Sacrifice of Personal Relationships