Live His Life
January 18, 2026
In the final message of The Jesus Road, we examine Jesus’ claim to be ‘the Life.’ Eternal life is not just the reward of heaven but also the present reality of knowing God through Jesus Christ. This life starts now, develops as our desires are reshaped to love what Jesus loves, and lasts forever through the hope of resurrection. At the heart of this Life is a great exchange—dying to our old selves so that the risen Christ can live in us.
Passage
John 14:6
Principle
The life Jesus offers ##starts## ##now##, develops as we learn to ##love## ##what## ##He## ##loves##, and lasts ##forever##.
Practice
Live the abundant Life Jesus offers by ##learning## to ##love## what ##Jesus## ##loves##.
Small Group Questions
Use this outline for personal reflection, as a couple’s or family devotion, or with a small group.
HANGOUT
When have you felt “fully alive”? What do we mean by that? How would you describe the opposite of being “fully alive,” and have you ever felt that way?
HEAR
Read John 10:1-11 & John 15:1-11
1. Jesus contrasts “life to the full” with the thief who steals, kills, and destroys.
How do you see that contrast in the world around you—or in your own life?
2. How does abiding (remaining) in Jesus lead to a fuller life?
What does abiding look like on an ordinary Tuesday?
3. Which of Jesus’ teachings or practices has brought more life to your heart?
How has that practice reshaped what you love or desire?
4. Jesus doesn’t promise an easy life—but an abundant life.
What’s the difference? Share a time when you experienced surprising joy in a difficult season?
HUDDLE
Choose one practice that helps train your heart to love what Jesus loves:
• Sabbath: Set aside a time of intentional rest and delight in God.
• Fasting: Choose one meal or one day this week to fast.
• Generosity: Give a sacrificial gift that retrains your heart toward self-giving love.
Daily Reading
As you read each passage, look for connections to this week’s sermon and small group discussion. Invite the Holy Spirit to be your teacher as you seek Him with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.
- Day 1: John 14
- Day 2: John 15:1-17
- Day 3: John 10:1-18
- Day 4: John 11:1-44
- Day 5: 1 John 4
- Day 6: 1 John 5
- Day 7: 1 Corinthians 13
Passage to Memorize: Galatians 2:20
Think Deeper
- Where have you experienced “life to the full” in Christ—not because circumstances were easy, but because His presence was real?
- What part of your old self is Christ inviting you to “crucify” so that His life may rise in you (Gal. 2:20)?
- Which practice (Sabbath, fasting, generosity) most helps your heart learn to love what Jesus loves—and why?
Suggested Resources
Practicing the Way, by John Mark Comer
Redeeming Your Time, by Jordan Raynor
Soul Keeping by John Ortberg
Check out these and other books from our suggested reading list at https://bit.ly/AspireSMB.