Answering The Masters Call Part 3

Part 3 - There is a Death to Die Luke 14:26, 9:23-24; Matthew 7:21-23 4 Important Truths to Notice 1. Right INTERPRETATION 5 Rules of Biblical Hermeneutics a. The Rule of Definition - What do the words mean? b. The Rule of Context - Every word must be understood in light of the words that come before and after it. c. The Rule of Historical Background - Spiritual principles are timeless but can’t be appreciated without some knowledge of the background. d. The Rule of Logic - Does the interpretation make sense? If it makes sense, make no other sense. 1 Peter 5:8 e. The Rule of Unity - It must be consistent with the rest of Scripture. 2. An Open INVITATION Luke 14:26; John 7:37; Matthew 11:28-29 3. An Intentional EXAGGERATION Luke 14:26; Matthew 10:37 How can we love Jesus most? a. A deeper knowledge OF Him John 6:39 b. A Strong Affection FOR Him c. An Obedience TO Him John 14:15 4. A Complete EXPLANATION Luke 14:26 Putting Jesus First in 3 Areas a. Jesus First, Before RELATIONSHIPS b. Jesus First, Before REPUTATION Galatians 3:13; Hebrews 12:2 c. Jesus First, Before RESOLUTIONS