Matthew 22:32
God is not a God of the dead, but of the living, and He knows all about our lives.
Chuck Smith emphasizes that death is not the end, but rather a transition to eternal life, highlighting that God is the God of the living. He reflects on biblical figures like Moses, Samson, Daniel, Peter, and Paul to illustrate that God's presence and knowledge extend beyond death. Smith urges the congregation to recognize that God knows us intimately, including our hidden sins, as demonstrated by the judgment of Ananias and Sapphira. The sermon calls for a deeper understanding of the living God we serve, who is actively involved in our lives.
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"THE GOD OF THE LIVING"
I. DEATH NOT THE END.
A. Hell and Heaven on earth.
II. ANOTHER LOOK AT THE SCRIPTURE.
A. Moses.
B. Samson.
C. Daniel.
D. Peter.
E. Paul.
1. Viper.
2. Not to be unusual, once in a life time.
a. Everyday occurrence.
F. God is not a God of the dead but of the living.
Ill. THE GOD OF THE LIVING!
A. He knows us!
1. No hidden sin.
a. If he judged Ananias and Sapphira.
B. Time we realize the God we serve! Ananias and Sapphira sin.
Giving all while holding back.
Sermon Outline
- Death Not the End
- Hell and Heaven on earth
Key Quotes
“God is not a God of the dead but of the living.” — Chuck Smith
“He knows us!” — Chuck Smith
“Time we realize the God we serve! Ananias and Sapphira sin.” — Chuck Smith
Application Points
- We should strive to live our lives honestly and transparently before God, knowing that He knows everything about us.
- It's essential to understand the nature of God so we can live our lives accordingly and not try to deceive Him.
- God is a God of life, and we should focus on living for Him and not for ourselves.