This World Is Launching Its Final Rebellion To God
Carter Conlon warns that the world is entering its final rebellion against God's lordship, as the restraining power of the Spirit is lifted, leading to unprecedented depravity.
This sermon delves into the final rebellion of the world against the lordship of Jesus Christ, highlighting humanity's inherent desire to rebel and set its own standards of right and wrong. The essence of sin is rooted in rebellion against God, with a restraining force by the Spirit of God holding back this depravity. The Scriptures foretell a time when this restraint will be lifted, leading to an unprecedented scale of depravity in history.
Sermon Outline
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I. The Nature of Rebellion
- Humankind's inherent desire to go its own way
- Sin's origin in the Garden of Eden
- The ongoing conflict between God's will and human rebellion
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II. The Restraining Power of the Spirit
- The Spirit of God as a restrainer in the world
- How this restraining force has limited evil
- The eventual lifting of this restraint
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III. The Final Rebellion and Its Consequences
- The world launching its final rebellion against Christ
- The resulting unprecedented depravity
- The fulfillment of prophetic scripture
Key Quotes
“This world is launching its final rebellion against the lordship of Jesus Christ.” — Carter Conlon
“The essence and the nature of sin in the Garden of Eden is to actually rebel against God.” — Carter Conlon
“One day, the scripture tells us, that the restraining hand of God will be lifted.” — Carter Conlon
Application Points
- Recognize the spiritual battle occurring in the world today and remain steadfast in faith.
- Seek the guidance and power of the Holy Spirit to resist the temptation to rebel against God.
- Prepare your heart for the challenges of the end times by deepening your relationship with Jesus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 'final rebellion' mean?
It refers to the ultimate widespread rejection of God's authority before Christ's return.
Who or what is the restrainer mentioned?
The restrainer is the Spirit of God who limits evil in the world until a set time.
Why is sin described as rebellion?
Because sin fundamentally means rejecting God's rule and choosing one's own way.
What will happen when the restraining power is lifted?
Humanity will descend into a level of depravity never seen before in history.