MESSAGE NOTES
Jesus invites us out of “destructive cultural lies” and into “life-giving truth”.
[Matthew 5:27-30]
“Destructive cultural lies”:
- “_____________”: my truth is the truth and must be affirmed.
- “___________________”: consent creates the moral framework.
- “___________________”: sexual desires are central to my identity.
“Life giving truth”:
- We are created for _________________ (Malachi 2:10).
- We are redeemed with a _________________, family, and inheritance (Galatians 3:26-29).
- We are redeemed by love for a ________________(1 John 4:7-12).
New life with Jesus means we live by faith in His _________________ and _________________ in righteousness (“right standing”). [Galatians 2:20-21]
“Steps” to leave lust in the dust:
- _________________: (Matthew 5:27-30; Exodus 20:14; 17)
- _________________: (1 John 1:7-10)
- _________________: (2 Corinthians 10:3-5)
- _________________: (Mark 9:42-47)
- _________________: (Acts 20:32; Ephesians 4:15-16, NKJV)
- _________________ the lies, lust, and loneliness with:
- _________________and grace.
- __________________________________:and serving on mission together.
Next Step Questions:
- What is God revealing within your heart today?
- What do you need to do next to leave “lust” in the dust?
- Will you replace “lies, lust, and loneliness” with God’s love today?
