The Greatest Malady In The Church Today (Clip)
Art Katz warns that the greatest malady in the church today is the absence of the fear of God, leading to moral decay and spiritual complacency.
This sermon addresses the lack of the fear of God in the church today, emphasizing the importance of recognizing God as a living, all-seeing, and all-knowing God. It highlights the danger of disregarding God's authority and assuming that our actions go unnoticed, leading to moral decline and spiritual decay, ultimately resulting in destructive behaviors like homosexuality and alcoholism.
Full Transcript
The greatest malady of the church today is the lack of the fear of God as God. There is no awe, no sense of fear, no deep respect that he's a living God and a seeing and a knowing God and we can't get away with our little gitchy goo and cutting corners as if he does not observe it. The remarkable thing is he lets it go on and he's silent and we assume that either he has condoned it or he's not seen it until the day comes that we find ourselves not only into homosexuality but also into alcoholism.
It catches up with us.
Sermon Outline
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- The church lacks a true fear of God
- God is living, seeing, and knowing all
- We cannot hide sin from God’s observation
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- God’s silence is not approval
- The danger of assuming God condones sin
- Consequences of moral compromise
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- Examples of sins creeping in: homosexuality and alcoholism
- The eventual reckoning for the church
- Call to restore reverence and awe for God
Key Quotes
“The greatest malady of the church today is the lack of the fear of God as God.” — Art Katz
“There is no awe, no sense of fear, no deep respect that he's a living God and a seeing and a knowing God.” — Art Katz
“We can't get away with our little gitchy goo and cutting corners as if he does not observe it.” — Art Katz
Application Points
- Cultivate a genuine fear and reverence for God in daily life.
- Avoid minimizing sin by recognizing that God sees and knows all actions.
- Commit to holiness to prevent spiritual and moral decline in the church.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the greatest malady in the church according to Art Katz?
The greatest malady is the lack of the fear of God, which leads to spiritual and moral decline.
Does God ignore sin in the church?
No, God observes all sin even if He appears silent, and there will be consequences.
What are some examples of sins mentioned?
Homosexuality and alcoholism are cited as examples of sins that catch up with the church.
What does Katz urge the church to do?
He urges the church to restore a deep respect and awe for God as a living and knowing God.