Introduction

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into the heart of Matthew 19:20, where we'll explore the necessity of humility, the cost of discipleship, and the power of faith. Our guide for today's sermon is a young rich man, who asked Jesus, "Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may obtain eternal life?" And after Jesus had told him to keep the commandments, the man asked, "All these things I have kept; what am I still lacking?"

C.S. Lewis, a respected Christian author, once said, "True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less." Humility, as we'll see, is a critical component of discipleship and faith.

Opening Prayer

Now, let's bow our heads in prayer. Dear God, as we delve into Your Word today, we ask for Your guidance. Open our hearts and minds to understand the message you have for us. Help us to be humble, to count the cost of discipleship, and to rely on the power of faith. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

I. The Necessity of Humility

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