THE CHALLENGE OF FOLLOWING CHRISTMark 10:17-24Pastor Alan DionsonMarch 30, 2025
Introduction
What went wrong?
A. THE DESCRIPTION OF THE RICH YOUNG RULER
1. Spiritually Aware – He recognized Jesus as a moral authority (vv. 17–18)
2. Morally Upright – He followed the commandments (v. 20)
3. Socially Successful – He had poise, status, wealth, and influence (v. 22)
B. THE DRAWBACK OF THE RICH YOUNG RULER
1. Right pursuit, wrong intentions (v. 18-20)
2. Right question, wrong reasons (v. 17,21)
3. Right answer, wrong response (v. 21-22)
C. THE DIRECTION OF FOLLOWING CHRIST
1. Discipleship isn’t about performance — it’s a profound commitment to Christ.
2. Discipleship isn’t about surface-level faith — it’s absolute surrender to Christ.
3. Discipleship isn’t just about spiritual habits — it’s about a heart transformed from the inside out.
Conclusion
The rich young ruler walked away with his wealth… but without eternal life. Jesus still says today: “Come, follow Me.” Will you walk toward Him — or walk away from Him?
