10 Hard Truths About Being Like Jesus

Pastor Greg Locke delivered a sermon emphasizing the challenges and sacrifices of following Jesus, referencing 1 Peter 2:21. He highlighted the importance of enduring trials, betrayals, and religious opposition, citing biblical examples like Jesus' disciples forsaking him and Judas' betrayal. Pastor Locke stressed radical sacrificial giving, boldly speaking truth, and forgiving enemies. He criticized the American church's materialism and called for a return to genuine Christianity. Pastor Locke also encouraged the congregation to embrace broken people and to live lives that leave a lasting legacy, even if it means enduring loneliness and criticism.