The Gospel of John pt. 10 - Rick Cochran

This sermon walks through John 1:35–42 to show how the first disciples’ journey—from hearing  John the Baptist call Jesus the “Lamb of God” to following Him and bringing others—reveals the  true meaning of discipleship: not merely learning information, but reorienting one’s entire life  around Jesus. It emphasizes that discipleship is fundamentally relational—rooted in knowing  and abiding with Christ—while also calling for deep transformation, intentional pursuit, and  active participation in His mission. Drawing connections to Matthew 4 and the broader New  Testament, the message challenges listeners to examine what they are truly seeking, reminding  them that the goal is not to gain benefits from Jesus but to become like Him. Ultimately, it  highlights both the beauty and the cost of discipleship: while salvation is free, following Jesus  requires surrender, daily self-denial, and a willingness to live a fully devoted life.