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(Clip) God Still Uses Broken People
Shane Idleman
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Shane Idleman

(Clip) God Still Uses Broken People

Shane Idleman · 3:40

Shane Idleman passionately teaches that God redeems broken lives and uses imperfect people to fulfill His purposes, urging believers to rise from their failures and embrace God's transformative grace.
This sermon emphasizes the consequences of sin and the longing to go back to a time of innocence and dedication to God. It touches on the theme of brokenness, forgiveness, and the transformative power of God to rebuild lives. The speaker shares personal struggles and victories, urging listeners to rise from their brokenness and seek God's cleansing and renewal, ultimately finding joy, peace, and purpose in following Jesus.

Full Transcript

I peace about sin, because it felt good for a season. But for whom the bell tolls when the price had to be paid and the cost came with following Satan in that darkness, there is a price to be paid. Oh, if I could go back. I would go back to 12 years old when I gave my heart to the Lord up on that mountain by Wrightwood and begin seeking Him like never before. Oh, if I could go back. But I can't and neither can you, and it makes you who you are today. Because if I could go back, I would have never met Morgan. I wouldn't have my five beautiful kids. I'm sorry guys, this is hard. Because God will take the broken things and rebuild your life. Those who have been forgiven much, love much. Those who have been forgiven much, love much. And the reason I get emotional about this is because so many people live in their brokenness. They live there. There's so many success stories here. But you don't know about the people back in rehab. People I've given the microphone to back on crystal. Back on meth. Back smoking dope every day. Opened the door to the demonic again. So many victories, but oh God, the devil's winning too. And it's because they live in that brokenness. God can't use me now. I've done too much damage. My life is a mess. I've fallen again. And I want to go and I want to scream, get back up. Get back up and let that brokenness not be a stumbling block, but a stepping stone. Now you can come to this altar and cry out to God and say, create in me a clean heart, God. I want to leave here with the fire of the Spirit again. I want that fire of God in my heart. And God can take you out of that misery and give you the joy, the peace that surpasses all understanding because now you're on the right path. Get back up and fight again. Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, the life. Nobody comes to the Father except through me. Isn't it interesting? I mean, you can look through what Bruce Willis is going through right now. And Matthew Perry, I was praying for him for many years. I just have a heart for these guys. I know, like, so you follow Dana White recently, got in really good shape. A friend of mine, Gary, is the one who helped him and did that testing on where his blood work and everything was. And just having a passion, but seeing him so lost. So lost. That's why Jesus said, if the woman, if you drink of this water, man, let that sink in. Oh, woman, if you drink of this water, you will never thirst again. Oh, there'll be detours to your destiny. There'll be distractions. There'll be discouragement. There'll be ups and there'll be downs and you'll fight like hell. But when you drink of this water, you will never thirst again. Once King Jesus fills your soul and fills your heart for real, for real, you can't play games with God. I would love to preach that sermon sometimes at a high school. You can't play games with God. You've got to make that commitment.

Sermon Outline

  1. I. The Reality of Brokenness
    • Everyone has a past marked by sin and mistakes
    • Brokenness is a common human experience
    • Many live trapped in their failures
  2. II. God's Power to Redeem
    • God rebuilds broken lives
    • Forgiveness leads to love and restoration
    • Brokenness can be a stepping stone, not a stumbling block
  3. III. The Call to Get Back Up
    • Encouragement to rise after failure
    • Renewal through the Holy Spirit's fire
    • Commit to following Jesus wholeheartedly
  4. IV. The Promise of Satisfaction in Christ
    • Jesus is the only way to the Father
    • Drinking the living water satisfies forever
    • Faithfulness amid life's detours and struggles

Key Quotes

“God will take the broken things and rebuild your life.” — Shane Idleman
“Get back up and let that brokenness not be a stumbling block, but a stepping stone.” — Shane Idleman
“Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, the life. Nobody comes to the Father except through me.” — Shane Idleman

Application Points

  • Recognize that your past mistakes do not disqualify you from God's use.
  • Allow God to transform your brokenness into a testimony of His grace.
  • Renew your commitment to Jesus and seek the fire of the Holy Spirit daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can God really use someone who feels broken or unworthy?
Yes, God specializes in using broken people and can redeem any life regardless of past mistakes.
What does it mean to 'drink of the living water'?
It means to receive Jesus' life-giving Spirit that satisfies the soul and removes spiritual thirst forever.
How can I overcome feelings of failure and discouragement?
By getting back up, seeking God's forgiveness, and allowing the Holy Spirit to renew your heart and purpose.
Is it possible to fully commit to God after a history of sin?
Absolutely; God calls us to wholehearted commitment, and His grace empowers us to follow Him faithfully.
Why does the speaker mention public figures struggling with addiction?
To illustrate that even famous people face brokenness and need God's redemption, emphasizing the universal need for grace.

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