Message Notes

YOUTH CONFERENCE 2017

3-7 December

Theme: “The Same Spirit of Faith”

TITLE: “FOLLOW ME”

Matthew 4:19; 9:9

1.  Innate Tendency
   1. We tend to follow
   2. What people follow after
      1. Fashion
      2. Pop stars
      3. Sports champions
      4. Football teams
      5. Strong leaders
2. An analysis of why people follow
   1. Because others follow
   2. Lack of in-depth understanding
   3. Appealing
      1. Looks
      2. Dreams
3. Is it dangerous?
   1. Sometimes it is a phase
   2. Sometimes it is a scam
   3. Sometimes it is very dangerous (cults)
4. The Invitation of the Lord Jesus Christ

“Follow Me”

1. Four fishermen Matthew 4:18-21
2. An individual called Matthew Matthew 9:9-13
3. Philip and Nathanael John 1:43-51

5. Why did these people follow the Lord Jesus Christ?

Because they were convinced He was the Anointed One (The Messiah – John 1:41)

1. Because He is the Son of God and the King of Israel John 1:49
2. Because they saw and appreciated the Person of the Lord Jesus Christ
   1. The Message He preached Matthew 4:12-17
   2. The Ministry He had Matthew 4:23-25
   3. The Man that He was The Lamb of God John 1:29, 35

6. An Invitation
   1. To know the Lord Jesus Christ
   2. To find faith in Him
   3. To follow Him
   4. To build “the same spirit of faith”

POEM

FOLLOW ME

Many follow others because of their art;

They are trendy, successful, and smart!

The heart is stirred and following begins;

The dangers are ignored even if there is sin!

Following Jesus is a totally different thing;

His life and ministry do not seem appealing.

The road He walks on is hard and narrow;

But those who followed Him have no sorrow!

Jesus offers faith and life eternal to all who hear:

He offers the Kingdom of God to all who draw near.

He offers love and strength to change their life;

He will enable all with power to overcome strife!

There is no need to hold back if we feel unworthy to follow;

His invitation is real and He offers a great new tomorrow!

Many have found Jesus and walked with Him a good mile;

Their lives have been changed and they now wear a smile!

Inspiration: Matthew 4:18-25; 9:9-13

Charles Tan