He Will Show You Things To Come
Carter Conlon teaches that the Holy Spirit reveals future truths and empowers believers to endure present trials with an eternal perspective.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of having a heavenly perspective on life and eternity, encouraging believers to seek comfort in the promises of God for the future. It highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in revealing eternal truths, the assurance of a glorious future in heaven, and the need to focus on the eternal rather than the temporary trials of this life.
Sermon Outline
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- Jesus promises the Holy Spirit will reveal future truths
- Disciples were not ready to hear all things until Spirit comes
- Spirit guides into all truth and glorifies Christ
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- The Spirit opens spiritual eyes to see beyond present circumstances
- Believers receive power, endurance, and provision through the Spirit
- The Spirit reveals a divine plan and purpose for each life
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- Worldly focus leads to vulnerability and loss
- Biblical examples show the danger of earthly security alone
- Only eternal treasures and vision withstand trials and shaking
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- Paul’s vision of eternal glory sustains through suffering
- Believers are called to lift eyes beyond the seen to the unseen
- Hope in Christ’s eternal promises empowers endurance now
Key Quotes
“I have a lot I want to tell you, but you're not ready to hear it yet. Your ears are not open. Your eyes are not open because you're still focused on the immediate.” — Carter Conlon
“The more we give out, the more God gives in. The more we let go, the more he puts in our hands to let go.” — Carter Conlon
“If our hope is only in the things we see around us, then when it's all shaken, we're going to be shaken with us.” — Carter Conlon
Application Points
- Seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit daily to gain spiritual insight beyond natural circumstances.
- Focus on eternal promises rather than temporary worldly possessions to build lasting confidence.
- Embrace endurance through trials by fixing your hope on the glory that will be revealed in you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jesus mean by the Spirit showing 'things to come'?
Jesus means the Holy Spirit reveals future truths and guides believers into understanding God’s plan beyond present circumstances.
Why were the disciples not ready to hear everything Jesus wanted to teach?
They were focused on immediate, natural concerns and lacked the spiritual readiness that the Holy Spirit would bring.
How does the Holy Spirit help believers endure trials?
The Spirit provides power, long-suffering endurance, and a vision of eternal hope that surpasses present sufferings.
What is the danger of focusing only on worldly possessions?
Worldly focus can lead to loss and shaken confidence because earthly things are temporary and can be taken away suddenly.
How can believers develop an eternal perspective?
By seeking the kingdom of God first, relying on the Holy Spirit’s guidance, and fixing their eyes on the unseen eternal realities.