A Cry From The Heart of God (Video)
Carter Conlon reveals that Jesus' final cry on the cross was a profound, divine plea from the heart of God, calling every believer to respond with renewed passion and courage in their spiritual battle.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of responding to God's cry for us, urging believers to hear the cries of those around them and be willing to fight for others who are struggling. It highlights the power of the Holy Spirit within believers, enabling them to overcome limitations and make a difference in their generation.
Sermon Outline
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I. The Final Cry of Jesus
- Jesus' loud cry on the cross was supernatural and divine
- The centurion recognized Jesus as the Son of God
- Different witnesses heard different things in that cry
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II. The Continuing Cry of God
- God's cry is ongoing through the Holy Spirit in believers
- The cry calls humanity to come home to God
- Believers can lose and regain sensitivity to God's cry
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III. Responding to the Cry in Our Generation
- David's example of hearing and responding to the enemy's cry
- God hears the pleas of the fearful and oppressed
- Believers are called to courageously stand and fight spiritually
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IV. God’s Mercy and Empowerment
- God restores the cry in the hearts of His people
- He empowers believers to be voices for His kingdom
- The Spirit within is stronger than physical limitations
Key Quotes
“There was a cry in the heart of God for you. Your name was in that cry.” — Carter Conlon
“The cry of God is still going on for every man, woman, child... that have no hope, they have no future, they've got no eternity.” — Carter Conlon
“The spirit of God within you is stronger than the deepest limitations of your physical body.” — Carter Conlon
Application Points
- Listen attentively to the Holy Spirit's unique voice speaking to your heart today.
- Renew your passion for God's kingdom and stand courageously against spiritual opposition.
- Allow God to restore any lost sensitivity to His heart and calling in your life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was significant about Jesus' final cry on the cross?
Jesus' final cry was supernatural, defying physical limitations, revealing His divinity and the depth of God's love for humanity.
How does God communicate His cry to believers today?
God uses the Holy Spirit to speak uniquely to each believer's heart, continuing the cry for redemption and calling people to Himself.
What does it mean to lose and regain the cry of God?
Believers may become spiritually numb or distracted, but God in His mercy can restore their passion and sensitivity to His heart and calling.
How can believers respond to the spiritual challenges of our time?
By standing courageously, embracing their God-given authority, and becoming voices for truth and righteousness in their communities.
Why did the centurion declare Jesus the Son of God?
Because Jesus cried out loudly at the moment of death on the cross, something physically impossible without divine power, revealing His true identity.