In this sermon, we cover the well-known story of Samson and Delilah. So often we can get so wrapped up in the nerdiness (I am guilty of this) that we lose sight of the simple application that God has for us. through this message, I pray you to see the solid truths about sin and our Savior Jesus while learning the historical account of Samson and Delilah.
Key Doctrines:
The doctrine of conscience:
Conscience is the premise of human thought and processing that has two major utilities. First, it is the reality that in life there is part of us that seems to be almost outside of every situation we are in and giving comments and judgments on it. Usually in the realm of morals and right from wrong. The second is then how we choose to apply these thoughts and judgments at the moment. We see from the fall that all of humanity is cursed and tainted by sin, so our conscience is thus swayed by sinful judgments and comments. It is only in the renewal of the person via the blood of Christ and surrendering to Him that one now has a conscience no longer captive to sin but enslaved to God and His precepts.
How do we make sure our conscience is in line with God? Renew your mind daily on the Word of God and do not conform to this world.
Points:
1. Sin comes in the form of earthly comfort, and righteousness comes in the form of a heavenly conviction.
2. Beware the three steps of sin:
a. Blinding you to your sinfulness
b. Binding you by guilt and comfort
c. Grinding you down till you feel trapped or numb
3. The grace of God is greater than the glimmer of sin.
4. Jesus becomes everything when we realize all other things are but nothing.
Questions:
1. Where do you find comfort? (what things or people do you turn to, to feel complete and ok?)
2. Seeing the three steps of sin (Blind, bind, grind). Are there examples or current situations you have seen where these apply?
3. How hard is it to truly drop everything to cling to Christ alone?
a. How can we grow in that?
b. How can we help others grow?
