Main Scripture- 

Matthew 4:18–22 (ESV): While walking by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon (who is called Peter) and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen. 19 And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” 20 Immediately they left their nets and followed him. 21 And going on from there he saw two other brothers, James the son of Zebedee and John his brother, in the boat with Zebedee their father, mending their nets, and he called them. 22 Immediately they left the boat and their father and followed him.

Follow Jesus vs people 

Meaning of follow- align yourself behind and pursue after 

Title- A Follower Forever 

Pray 

Scripture 

Acts 2:42–47 (ESV): And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. 45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. 46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, 47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.

Points 

Develop Daily Devotion- what are you devoted to? 

Teaching/learning from?, fellowship/hanging around?, prayer/talking to? 

Daily devo, your life will move in the direction of your devotion 

Goal of Grace- Acts 

Acts 4:32–33 (ESV): Now the full number of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one said that any of the things that belonged to him was his own, but they had everything in common. 33 And with great power the apostles were giving their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all.

Grace and strength when we have all things in common. Same goal but many functions, common needs meet with grace,  Grace statements 

Repurpose your possessions- Sold their possessions to meet needs, 

Matthew 19:16-22 rich rule choose money over following Jesus, are your possessions building your kingdom or Gods? 

Break bread with believers- who have you invited into your home?

When have you took the time to host someone, are there believers in your life that are close to you?

Inspire others with an invitation- as a speaker, validation in the invitation, leave the results to God. My life and actions should act as an invitation. 

83% of people came to church because someone personally invited them 

average invited 7 times before someone says yes to church- they are not rejecting you, overcome rejection by an inspiration. Share your excitement and plans for the weekend.