God Has to Break A Man Before He Can Fill Him (Clip)
Shane Idleman teaches that God must first break and humble a person before He can fill and use them for His purposes.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility before God, showcasing a powerful story of a man who chose to humble himself rather than live in pride. It highlights the concept of God filling broken and humble vessels, and the need for individuals to seek God's cleansing and filling in their lives rather than relying on their own opinions.
Full Transcript
Here's a tambourine. Would you walk with us down the street praising our lord and at that moment he had to make a decision do I humble myself And stop thinking more highly of myself than I should Or should I continue to live in my pride? He humbled himself and it's an incredible story. He was then called the thunder of the pulpit God see see god god flows in and fills broken vessels Humble vessels that say lord.
I need you I meditate on this sermon so much this week lord. I need you. I don't want to just go there and give my opinion I want to hear from god.
It's been said that god has to break a man and cleanse a man before he can fill a man
Sermon Outline
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- The necessity of humility before God
- Choosing to humble oneself versus pride
- God's power flows through broken vessels
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- The process of God breaking a man
- Cleansing before filling
- The transformation through surrender
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- The role of meditation and seeking God
- Avoiding relying on personal opinion
- Hearing directly from God
Key Quotes
“God flows in and fills broken vessels, humble vessels that say Lord, I need you.” — Shane Idleman
“It's been said that God has to break a man and cleanse a man before he can fill a man.” — Shane Idleman
“Do I humble myself and stop thinking more highly of myself than I should, or should I continue to live in my pride?” — Shane Idleman
Application Points
- Choose daily to humble yourself before God and reject pride.
- Seek God earnestly through prayer and meditation to hear His voice clearly.
- Allow God to break and cleanse you so He can fill you with His Spirit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does God need to break a man before filling him?
Because humility and brokenness prepare a person to be a vessel God can use effectively.
What does it mean to humble oneself before God?
It means to stop thinking more highly of oneself and to submit fully to God's will.
How can I hear from God rather than just giving my opinion?
Through prayer, meditation on Scripture, and a sincere desire to listen to God's voice.
What is the significance of being a 'broken vessel'?
A broken vessel symbolizes a heart humbled and ready to be filled and used by God.