Sermon: Summary

The sermon emphasizes the importance of worshiping Jesus, highlighting five key reasons: He is God, the Messiah, God’s Son, Lord, and our everything. The message draws from the transfiguration story in Matthew 17, where Jesus reveals His divine nature to Peter, James, and John. The sermon encourages believers to focus on ‘Jesus Only’ in their lives, emphasizing His role as the ultimate authority and source of strength.

  • I Worship Jesus Because He is God (Matthew 17:1-2)
  • I Worship Jesus Because He is THE Messiah (Matthew 17:3)
  • I Worship Jesus Because He is God’s Son (Matthew 17:4-5)
  • I Worship Jesus Because He is Lord (Matthew 17:6-7)
  • I Worship Jesus Because He is My Everything (Matthew 17:8)

Opening Prayer

Heavenly Father, we come before You with open hearts, ready to receive Your word. We ask that You guide our discussion today, helping us to understand and embrace the message of focusing on Jesus only. May Your Spirit lead us to deeper insights and a stronger commitment to live out our faith. Amen.

Share: Get Talking

What is one thing you are looking forward to this year?

Study: Go Deeper

What does the transfiguration of Jesus reveal about His nature?

How does understanding Jesus as God impact your daily life?

In what ways can we focus on ‘Jesus Only’ in our personal lives?

Why is it important to recognize Jesus as both Messiah and Lord?

How can we apply the concept of Jesus being our everything in practical terms?

What challenges do you face in surrendering control to Jesus?

How does the story of the transfiguration encourage you in your faith journey?

What steps can you take this week to deepen your worship of Jesus?

Support: Accountability & Application

This week, identify one area of your life where you need to surrender more fully to Jesus. Take a practical step towards making Him the center of that area, whether it’s through prayer, reading scripture, or seeking guidance from a fellow believer.

How can we support and pray for you this week?

Closing Prayer

Lord, we thank You for the time we’ve spent together in Your presence. Help us to carry the message of ‘Jesus Only’ into our daily lives, trusting in Your guidance and strength. May we grow in our worship and devotion to You, living out our faith with courage and conviction. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Additional Resources

KEY VERSES:

Matthew 17:1-8 / John 1:1-14 / Philippians 2:5-7 / Hebrews 1:3

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Jesus is God and reveals His divine nature through the transfiguration.

He is the Messiah, fulfilling the prophecies of the Old Testament.

Jesus is God’s Son, affirmed by the voice of God during the transfiguration.

Recognizing Jesus as Lord requires us to submit to His authority in all aspects of life.

Focusing on ‘Jesus Only’ simplifies our faith and strengthens our relationship with Him.