Faith and Reality

  跟随耶稣的人 经文：马可福音 8:34 “于是叫众人和门徒来，对他们说：‘若有人要跟从我，就当舍己，背起他的十字架来跟从我。’” 引言 今天，许多人愿意接受耶稣作“救主”， 却不愿意让耶稣作“主”。 许多人想要祝福， 却不想要十字架。 许多人想要能力、医治、成功， 却不想走基督所走的道路。 在《马可福音》8:34，耶稣清楚地告诉我们： 什么是真正跟随祂的人。 第一大点：跟随耶稣的人必须舍己 “就当舍己” “舍己”并不是否定自我价值， 而是否定 自我作主 。 人天然的倾向是： 以自己为中心 让神来成就我的计划 让信仰服务于我的梦想 但耶稣说： 跟随我，第一步就是放下自己。 舍己意味着： 承认自己是罪人，需要悔改 放下骄傲、私欲、野心 不再以“我想要什么”为人生的中心 这正好与“成功神学（成功福音）”相反。 成功神学说： “信耶稣是为了实现你的人生目标。” 耶稣却说： “跟随我，是放下你自己的人生主权。” 使徒保罗这样见证： “我已经与基督同钉十字架；现在活着的，不再是我，乃是基督在我里面活着。” —— 加拉太书 2:20 第二大点：跟随耶稣的人必须背起十字架 “背起他的十字架” 在耶稣的时代， 十字架不是装饰品， 而是 刑具，是死亡的象征 。 背起十字架意味着： 为顺服基督而受苦 为真理而被拒绝 向罪死，向世界死 就在这节经文之前， 耶稣第一次清楚地预言自己将要受苦、被杀、钉十字架。 彼得不能接受“受苦的弥赛亚”， 于是拦阻耶稣，结果被耶稣严厉责备： “撒但，退我后边去！” 为什么这么严重？ 因为彼得代表了一种思想： 想要荣耀，却不要受苦； 想要冠冕，却不要十字架。 成功神学说： “受苦说明你信心不够。” 耶稣却说： “在世上你们有苦难。” （约翰福音 16:33） 背十字架不是主动去找苦， 而是在顺服基督时， 甘心承受代价 。 第三大点：跟随耶稣的人要天天跟从祂 “来跟从我” 跟随耶稣不是一次性的决定， 而是一生、每天的道路。 跟从耶稣意味着： 顺服祂的话 在顺境与逆境中信靠祂 不以世界的标准衡量成功 耶稣从未应许： 人...

Hotel : Staying near Jiefangbei (Liberation Monument) is the most convenient option. Most of the main classic attractions in the city center are close to Jiefangbei, and the subway is also very convenient. We have currently booked 3 riverside king rooms for you. Please let us know if you need any adjustments — for example, if you prefer twin beds instead, or city-view rooms. May 12th Itinerary : After arriving at noon, check into the hotel. Then stroll around Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, where you can try some local Chongqing snacks. After that, experience the Yangtze River Cableway. Once you get off the cableway, you’ll be in Shangxin Street on the south bank. Walk down to Xiahaoli Old Street (going downhill along the stone steps) to experience the more authentic old Chongqing residential area. When you exit Xiahaoli, you’ll reach Nanbin Road. Walk along it to the hotpot restaurant for dinner and enjoy the beautiful riverside night view of Chongqing. After dinner, take a taxi...

  Chongqing’s near suburbs (within 1-3 hours’ drive) offer excellent one-day escapes from the bustling city center. Popular options include ancient towns, stunning natural landscapes, cultural heritage sites, and spring flower viewing (April is a great time for blooming rapeseed, peach, and cherry blossoms). Here are the most recommended day-trip routes for 2026, suitable for self-driving, public transport, or joining tours via Klook, Trip.com, or Viator. 1. Most Recommended Classic: Ciqikou Ancient Town + City Highlights (Easiest, Short Travel) Ciqikou (磁器口) is a historic Ming-Qing dynasty town on the Jialing River, just a quick metro ride from downtown. It’s perfect for a relaxed, food-focused day with minimal travel. Morning : Stroll the stone-paved alleys, visit old temples (like Baolun Temple), and enjoy street food — try Chen Mahua (fried dough twists), spicy noodles, grilled fish, or Chongqing hotpot-style snacks. Go early to beat crowds. Afternoon : Take Metro Line 1...

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” ‭‭John‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬ ‭ESV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/59/jhn.3.16.ESV “And he prayed to the Lord and said, “O Lord, is not this what I said when I was yet in my country? That is why I made haste to flee to Tarshish; for I knew that you are a gracious God and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love, and relenting from disaster.” ‭‭Jonah‬ ‭4‬:‭2‬ ‭ESV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/59/jon.4.2.ESV “do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” ‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬-‭7‬ ‭ESV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/59/php.4.6-7.ESV Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight you...