Still Arguing and Debating？ You Haven't Seen Him! (Clip)
Malachi O'Brien emphasizes that many conflicts and divisions arise because people fail to truly see and recognize Jesus, urging believers to seek a fresh revelation of Him.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of truly seeing and knowing Jesus to avoid disputes and division. It highlights how many conflicts in relationships, families, churches, and life stem from a lack of truly seeing and knowing Jesus. The need for a fresh revelation of who Jesus is to bring unity and understanding is emphasized.
Full Transcript
Verse 14, and he came to the disciples, Jesus, he saw a great multitude around them and scribes disputing with them. Immediately when they saw him, we need to see him, all the people were greatly amazed and ran to him, greeted him, and he asked the scribes, what are you discussing with them? Do you think Jesus knew the answer to this already? Yes or no? Yes, he already knew the answer to this. We need fresh revelation of who Jesus is.
You know why they're disputing back and forth? Because they don't really see him. You know why there's arguments in your marriage, in your family, in your church, in your life? Why there are disagreements, why people like to squabble and argue about things that don't matter because they don't see him, they don't see him. I don't have time to land on that one, but a lot of the division in the body of Christ is simply because most people don't know him and I let alone don't think they're saved, but, all right.
Sermon Outline
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I. The Scene of Dispute
- Jesus approaches disciples surrounded by disputing scribes
- Multitude amazed and runs to Jesus
- Jesus questions the scribes about their discussion
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II. The Root Cause of Arguments
- People argue because they don't truly see Jesus
- Disagreements in families, churches stem from this lack of vision
- Many in the body of Christ don't really know Him
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III. The Need for Fresh Revelation
- Jesus already knows the answers to disputes
- Believers need a renewed understanding of who Jesus is
- Seeing Jesus clearly brings unity and peace
Key Quotes
“You know why there's arguments in your marriage, in your family, in your church, in your life? Because they don't see him.” — Malachi O'Brien
“A lot of the division in the body of Christ is simply because most people don't know him.” — Malachi O'Brien
“We need fresh revelation of who Jesus is.” — Malachi O'Brien
Application Points
- Seek a fresh, personal revelation of Jesus to overcome conflicts in your life.
- Recognize that many disagreements stem from not truly knowing Jesus.
- Pursue unity in your relationships by focusing on seeing and understanding Christ.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are people still arguing and debating?
Because they don't truly see or know Jesus, leading to misunderstandings and division.
What does it mean to 'see' Jesus?
To 'see' Jesus means to have a clear, personal revelation and understanding of His nature and presence.
How can fresh revelation of Jesus impact believers?
It can bring unity, reduce conflict, and deepen faith among believers.
Does Jesus know the answers to our disputes?
Yes, Jesus already knows the answers and invites us to seek His wisdom.