1. Follow Jesus: It’s That Simple John 21:15-25

2. Follow Jesus: It’s That Simple In Love (and Obedience) – 21:15-18 Not moralism Not coming and going (apathy) For the Glory of God – 21:19 1 Peter 4:19 “let those who suffer according to God’s will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good.” “It is not death to die…”

3. “It is Not Death to Die” It is not Death to die, to leave this weary road, and join the saints who dwell on high, who’ve found their home with God. It is not death to close the eyes long dimmed by tears, and wake in joy before your throne, delivered from our fears. O Jesus, conquering the grave, your precious blood has power to save. Those who trust in you will in your mercy find that it is not death to die.

4. Follow Jesus: It’s That Simple Without Comparison (21:20-24) Comparisons Complicate! Create Envy Create Despising Create Disillusionment Generates Rivalry It’s a Distraction! …Either Discourage OR Make you Prideful…it’s that simple.

5. Follow Jesus: It’s That Simple