What was Jesus really like?

…What is Jesus really like?

Obviously not about appearance… What do we mean when we talk about being like Jesus? Being like Jesus ?

Being like Jesus It’s not about being Jesus clones It’s about developing Jesus’ quality of character

Danger! If we just have our own ideas and aim for that!! Is Jesus the person I think, or would like to think he is? Being like Jesus

…we need to get the “picture” right! Being like Jesus …

Being like Jesus How would you describe Jesus character? Feed-back

Being like Jesus A heart full of love for God, longing to spend time with his Father – Matt 6:6; Mark 1:35; Luke 4:42;A heart full of love for God, longing to spend time with his Father – Matt 6:6; Mark 1:35; Luke 4:42; An overwhelming desire to be obedient to his Father’s will John 5:19An overwhelming desire to be obedient to his Father’s will John 5:19

Being like Jesus Faith in the goodness and rightness of God’s plansFaith in the goodness and rightness of God’s plans John 5:20 An inner peace that can withstand anything that life can throw against HimAn inner peace that can withstand anything that life can throw against Him Evenassurance about death John 5:21Even assurance about death John 5:21

Being like Jesus compassion and love for those around him especially the needy; Mark 6:34compassion and love for those around him especially the needy; Mark 6:34 honest and truthful… ‘full of grace and truth’ – a master of the art of gentle but firm Mark 10:21honest and truthful… ‘full of grace and truth’ – a master of the art of gentle but firm Mark 10:21

Being like Jesus A strong sense of justiceA strong sense of justice Not afraid to challenge hypocrites (religious) (e.g. Matt 23:13; John 5:16ff )Not afraid to challenge hypocrites (religious) (e.g. Matt 23:13; John 5:16ff ) Not afraid to lay down the challenge – “Follow me” (e.g. Luke 9:57-62 )Not afraid to lay down the challenge – “Follow me” (e.g. Luke 9:57-62 )

Being like Jesus Courage to do God’s will despite his feelingsCourage to do God’s will despite his feelings Courage to do God’s will despite sufferingCourage to do God’s will despite suffering (e.g. Mark 14:32-36 )

Being like Jesus Purposeful – not distracted, or overly hurriedPurposeful – not distracted, or overly hurried (e.g. Mark 1:37-38; Matt 16:21) Disciplined – made sure he found time to be with FatherDisciplined – made sure he found time to be with Father (e.g. Matt 6:6; 14:13)

Being like Jesus Enjoyed sharing life with people (e.g. Luke 15:1-2;)Enjoyed sharing life with people (e.g. Luke 15:1-2;) Integrity, AuthenticIntegrity, Authentic AuthorityAuthority

Is the way we were always meant to be! “Let us make human beings in our image, to be like ourselves.” (NLT) Made in His likeness, male & female Genesis 1:26-27… Being like Jesus

Is what Jesus told us to do! “For I have set you an example, that you also should do as I have done to you.” John 13:14-15 This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.” John 15:12 Being like Jesus

Is the way to a fulfilling life… John 10:10 Is what God is making us in every part of our being. Ephesians 4:13 Being like Jesus

A Vision A Model A Relationship A Way of Life

A declaration of faith in Jesus Jesus Christ through confirmation or believer’s baptism or equivalent from another tradition.

A commitment to grow in faith and a willingness to change, with God’s help, to become more like Jesus.

Honouring God through the giving of our money: Tithe = 1/10 th

Serving God and each other with the spiritual gifts and the abilities God has given to us.

What aspects of Jesus character do you admire most? Which aspect are you feeling God touching on for you to work on with Him? Respond …