Rewind

This message launches the Rewind series by inviting us to slow down and rediscover what it truly means to follow Jesus. Looking at Jesus’ call to Matthew - a despised tax collector - the sermon shows that Jesus didn’t begin with rules or requirements, but with a simple invitation: “Follow me.”

The message reminds us that following Jesus is about relationship, not perfection. Sin, doubt, or lack of belief do not disqualify anyone; in fact, recognizing our need is where following begins. The central question for the series, and for each of us, is not “How religious am I?” but “Am I following?”

This message continues the Rewind series by showing that following Jesus often happens in stages, not all at once. Through Luke’s account of Jesus calling the fishermen, the sermon highlights how their journey began by listening, then inconveniencing themselves to help Jesus, and finally taking a small step of trust that led to a life-changing encounter with Him.

The sermon applies this story by outlining four phases of following Jesus: sit and listen, loan Him the boat, take Him fishing, and leave the nets. The challenge is to recognize which stage you’re in and take the next step, trusting that even a small act of obedience can open the door to God’s greater purpose.

We have no need to fear when we follow Jesus