One Basics Podcast

10 - What does it take to follow Jesus?

Johan Toet

In this episode of One Basics, host Johan explores the concept of commitment to God after accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior. He emphasizes that while salvation is a gift received by grace, true discipleship involves dedicating one's life to following Jesus and living out His will. Johan shares his own personal experience of making a conscious decision to commit his life to God, highlighting the transformative power of this choice and the blessings that come with it. He encourages listeners to consider the cost of discipleship and to live a life that glorifies God.

What is being discussed:

- Introduction and Overview of Commitment to Christ [1:27]

- Opening Prayer [1:51]

- The Choice of Following Jesus [3:02]

- The Nature of Discipleship [5:13]

- Personal Testimony and Commitment[18:23] 

- The Cost of Discipleship  [22:45]

- Conclusion and Encouragement [25:42] 

Bible references:

- Joel 2:28

- Acts 2:18-21 

- Matthew 3:11

- Luke 11:13

- Acts 10:44-46

- John 14, 15, 16 

- Acts 4:13

- 1 Corinthians 6:19

- 1 Corinthians 6:20

- 1 Peter 1:18-19

- Luke 14:33

- Luke 14:28

- John 15:8

- Matthew 22:37 

Links mentioned:

johantoet.com

One Basics Study Guide

Book: Living in the Fullness

Email your questions to info@johantoet.com 

About One Basics podcast
The One Basics podcast discusses the fundamentals of faith.
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Authority?
Jesus?
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If you want to learn more about the Gospel and grow as a disciple, this podcast is an easy crash course to make that happen.


Practical
Also good to know that it's helpful if you use the One Basics study guide when listening to this podcast. The combination of the two gives you all the tools you need to put into practice what you're listening to. Both are an extension of the book Living in Fullness, the ABCs of the Gospel.

Your host
The lessons are taught by Johan Toet who was once a convicted drug offender, but now a passionate evangelist who wins many hearts for Jesus. You can read his story in the book “Good Enough” (available for free).

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