When The Enemy Comes In Like A Flood (video)
Carter Conlon warns that society's self-centered rebellion leads to spiritual death and confusion, urging believers to return to God with repentance, unity, and a heart fully surrendered to Jesus Christ.
This sermon emphasizes the futility of seeking happiness and peace in worldly pursuits, highlighting the emptiness and temporary nature of such endeavors. It delves into the societal confusion and darkness that arises from turning away from God's truth, leading to a search for security and blessings outside of God's presence. The message warns against the self-seeking spirit prevalent in society, leading to a spiritual death and a departure from God's ways. However, it also offers hope for a remnant of people who turn back to God, seeking true fellowship, discernment, and surrender to His will, ultimately finding redemption and restoration in the Redeemer who comes to those who turn from transgression.
Sermon Outline
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I. The State of Society and Spiritual Darkness
- Increasing confusion and moral decay lead to spiritual death
- People seek happiness and security outside God's presence
- Selfishness and rebellion against God permeate culture
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II. The Danger of Self-Centeredness in the Church
- Doctrine of self-glorification mirrors worldly philosophy
- False teachings promote greed and idolatry
- Believers question God's integrity and reject true obedience
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III. The Call to Repentance and Covenant Relationship
- Believers must deny self and take up their cross
- Return to wholehearted service and obedience to God
- Yield lives as living sacrifices for God's glory
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IV. The Power of Fellowship and Revival
- A remnant begins to fear the Lord and gather together
- True fellowship brings the glory and revelation of Christ
- God uses surrendered lives to bring revival and transformation
Key Quotes
“We look for the truth, we try to do right but it seems this ever-increasing confusion is leading us to an ever-increasing darkness in our country.” — Carter Conlon
“It is the Antichrist spirit; it is completely opposite to the heart of God. God showed us that he would expend himself and give of himself and pour out of himself for others for our benefit—that is the heart of Christ.” — Carter Conlon
“A people who began to come together who loved him... and in their heart they began to hunger for God.” — Carter Conlon
Application Points
- Examine your heart for any self-centered attitudes and surrender fully to Jesus Christ.
- Seek fellowship with other believers to encourage one another in faith and prayer.
- Commit to living a life of obedience and service as a living sacrifice for God's glory.