Where Are The Hidden Ones
Michael Koulianos challenges believers to abandon worldly wisdom and self-promotion to become holy custodians of God's hidden treasure.
This sermon emphasizes the need to die to the wisdom of the world and the modern-day church culture, as well as to self-promotion and satanic influences, especially within the ministry. It calls for a search for holy individuals whose lives reflect the glory of God and who treasure and guard God's truth in their hearts.
Full Transcript
It's like dying to the wisdom of this world. It looks like dying to the wisdom of supposed modern day church life. It looks like dying to satanic, listen, self-promotion, even if you're in the ministry.
Where are the people with treasure anymore? Treasure. Are you hearing me? Can I just, can I just talk to you? Where are the holy people? Holy people. Where are the people whose eyes drip with the glory of God? Where are the people who have pulled out treasure and have guarded that treasure in their hearts?
Sermon Outline
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- Reject worldly and modern church wisdom
- Recognize the danger of self-promotion in ministry
- Understand the call to die to satanic influences
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- Identify the hidden treasure within believers
- Value and guard the spiritual treasure in your heart
- Seek holiness and the glory of God in your life
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- Examine the absence of holy people in today’s church
- Encourage a revival of spiritual passion
- Commit to living a life marked by God’s glory
Key Quotes
“It's like dying to the wisdom of this world.” — Michael Koulianos
“Where are the people whose eyes drip with the glory of God?” — Michael Koulianos
“Where are the people who have pulled out treasure and have guarded that treasure in their hearts?” — Michael Koulianos
Application Points
- Evaluate and reject worldly wisdom that conflicts with God's truth.
- Guard the spiritual treasure within by pursuing holiness daily.
- Avoid self-promotion and seek to reflect God's glory in all areas of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'hidden treasure' refer to in this sermon?
It refers to the spiritual riches and holiness that believers carry within their hearts, which must be guarded and valued.
Why does Michael Koulianos emphasize dying to worldly wisdom?
Because worldly wisdom and self-promotion can hinder true spiritual growth and the manifestation of God's glory.
How can believers guard their spiritual treasure?
By living holy lives, avoiding worldly influences, and focusing on the glory of God.
What is the main challenge posed to the church in this sermon?
To rediscover and embody holiness and spiritual passion rather than conforming to modern, worldly church culture.