BIG IDEA: Jesus calls followers, not just crowds.
THE CROWDS COME FOR WHAT JESUS CAN DO (vv. 7-12)
Many are drawn to Jesus for relief, not relationship.
Jesus' power draws attention; His mission demands transformation.
JESUS CALLS THE TWELVE TO CONSECRATION (vv. 13-15)
Consecration starts with being set apart for Jesus’ mission.
Ministry is based on intimacy with Jesus.
JESUS SENDS SET APART PEOPLE ON MISSION (vv. 16-19)
Jesus uses ordinary people to accomplish His purposes.
Those separated unto Jesus are those sent by Jesus.
CONSECRATION OFTEN LEADS TO MISUNDERSTANDING (vv. 20-21)
Devotion to Jesus will be misinterpreted-even by our family and friends.
Faithfulness to God matters more than the approval of people.
