WHO IS GREATEST

Introduction:

A. Who Has The Most Important Position In The Church?

1. The Elders?

2. The Deacons?

3. The Preacher?

4. Teachers?

5. Janitors?

B. What Would Jesus Say?

Body: Luke 22: 24 - 30

I. A Dispute.

A. Begins by wondering who would betray (v. 23).

B. Continues to who is greatest.

1. Who holds which position.

2. Who is closer to Jesus.

3. Who has what authority.

II. The World Versus Christians.

A. Gentiles exercise lordship.

1. Use a hierarchical system of authority.

2. One tells "lower" what to do.

3. Service through fear of punishment and reprisal.

B. Christians exercise servanthood.

1. The greatest serves the most.

2. Should be no desire to be greater.

III. A Kingdom Shared.

A. Followers are known.

B. Jesus knows what you have done and how long.

C. The reward for the twelve.

1. Given a kingdom like Jesus (1 Corinthians 15: 22 - 24).

2. Will sit at Jesus' table.

3. Will judge the twelve tribes.

Conclusion:

A. Why Are We Concerned About Greatness?

1. Who has the power and authority? Jesus!

2. Who is the head? Jesus!

3. Who is in charge and control? Jesus!

B. What Does That Leave For Us? Service!