'We Are in Grave Danger, when...'
We are in grave danger when we let our accomplishments become the ground of our confidence, leading to a reliance on human achievements rather than God.
This sermon emphasizes the danger of placing our confidence in our own accomplishments rather than in Jesus. It warns against the folly of relying on personal achievements, highlighting the need to keep Jesus at the center of our confidence and trust, regardless of our experiences or years of service.
Full Transcript
We're in grave danger when we let our accomplishments become the ground of our confidence. If you feel stronger in God, if I feel stronger in God tonight because I've been preaching 60 years, I'm a fool. I've pushed Jesus on one side, my confidence is in the...
Sermon Outline
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The Dangers of Self-Confidence
- When accomplishments become the ground of confidence
- The dangers of relying on human achievements
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The Folly of Boasting
- Feeling stronger in God due to human efforts
- Pushing Jesus aside for human confidence
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The Call to Humility
- Recognizing the futility of human confidence
- Seeking strength in God alone
Key Quotes
“If you feel stronger in God, if I feel stronger in God tonight because I've been preaching 60 years, I'm a fool.” — Leonard Ravenhill
“I've pushed Jesus on one side, my confidence is in the...” — Leonard Ravenhill
Application Points
- We must recognize the futility of human confidence and seek strength in God alone.
- Humility is essential in our relationship with God, and we must cultivate a deeper sense of dependence on Him.
- We must avoid the trap of self-confidence and instead rely on God's power and presence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the problem with letting our accomplishments become the ground of our confidence?
It leads to a reliance on human achievements rather than God, making us vulnerable to pride and self-sufficiency.
How can we avoid the trap of self-confidence?
By recognizing the futility of human confidence and seeking strength in God alone.
What is the role of humility in our relationship with God?
Humility is essential in recognizing our dependence on God and avoiding the pitfalls of self-sufficiency.
How can we cultivate a deeper sense of dependence on God?
By acknowledging our limitations and weaknesses, and seeking strength in God's power and presence.