Bare Necessities: Three Crucial Pursuits for the Christian (John 17:11-19) | Pastor PJ Berner

The Bare Necessities of DiscipleshipPastor PJ explores the concept of essential needs in life and transitions to discussing the essentials of following Jesus, emphasizing the bare necessities of discipleship. These are illustrated through John 17:11-19 and include pursuing holiness for the health of the church, abiding in Christ for personal spiritual well-being, and pursuing the lost because their souls depend on it. This sermon also highlights the importance of the Word and Spirit in maintaining closeness with God and emphasizes the collective responsibility of Christians to evangelize and maintain unity within the church community.00:00 Introduction: Bare Necessities of Life02:02 Essentials of Discipleship02:29 Jesus' High Priestly Prayer04:42 The Intimacy of the Son and the Father09:57 Pursue Holiness for the Church's Sake20:00 Jesus' Protection and the Role of the Father22:27 Abiding in Christ for Joy and Unity25:10 Jesus' Prayer for Protection26:54 The Reality of Following Jesus28:26 Abiding in Christ35:03 The Mission of Discipleship36:54 Pursuing the Lost41:29 Call to Action for Easter46:42 Concluding Thoughts on Discipleship