Relationships Take Work
The Invitation

“Learn how to BE with Christ so we can learn how to BE with others.” – Min. Tina Taylor

Introduction

• Jesus is a relational God
  God wants to BE with us
• He is concerned about our relationships
• The greatest two commandments are about relationships (Matthew 22)
• Explore Jesus’ relationship with His disciples so that we can learn how to be with each other

Come, And See   John 1:35-39 

• Jesus invited the disciples to come live with Him.
• Spending time with Christ allows you to get to know Him intimately
  Expect to spend time with God
• He can reveal Himself, His love, and His plan for your life.

Come, To Me   John 6:25-37 

• Jesus invited the people to come to Him and not just His hand.
• Christ reminded them that He is more than a waymaker; He is the Way.
• Christ would desire we come to His personhood and not just His hand.

Come, Eat Breakfast   John 21:1-14

• Jesus invited the disciples to BE with Him; not just serve Him.
• His ultimate goal was to BE with them in another intimate way.
• The disciples ate breakfast with the Risen King.

“When you sit and dine with someone, it indicates relationship.” – Minister Tina Taylor

Conclusion

• Being with Jesus helps us to BE with one another. Only He can aid us in giving respect, love, communication, and forgiveness.
• He does this by transforming us while in hHis presence. He heals and empowers us while in His presence.
• Christ ultimate invitation is to be in relationship with Him.
• Second to that is being in relationship with others.