Introduction: Our love for Christ is mirrored by our compassion towards those society deems 'least.'
1. Jesus identifies himself with the marginalized, declaring our actions towards them as actions towards him (Matthew 25:40).
A. By attending to the needs of the marginalized, we manifest our love for Jesus.
B. Our compassion for 'the least' reflects our understanding of Christ's teachings.
2. Genuine discipleship is not passive but active, evidenced by our response to human suffering (Matthew 25:35-36).
A. Feeding the hungry and welcoming strangers are tangible demonstrations of our faith in action.
B. Visiting the sick and imprisoned reveals the depth of our commitment to live out Christ’s love.
3. Our treatment of 'the least' serves as a demonstration of our sincerity in following Christ’s commands (Matthew 25:37-39).
A. In our surprise at Jesus's words, we learn that humble service is often unrecognized.
B. The sincerity of our actions speaks louder than mere words of faith.
Conclusion: In conclusion, our genuine discipleship is proven through active compassion for the marginalized. As followers of Christ, we are called to mirror his love by serving those society overlooks. This week, look for opportunities to serve the 'least of these' in your community and reflect Christ's teachings in tangible ways.
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