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Who Made You God?
Manage episode 426455991 series 2290820
In this heartfelt sermon, Pastor Mike explores the teachings of James 4:13-17, emphasizing the importance of humility and acknowledging God's sovereignty over our lives. The sermon addresses the pitfalls of assumptive and relational arrogance, illustrating how easily we fall into the trap of believing we control our own destinies. Pastor Mike shares personal anecdotes to highlight the necessity of submitting to God's will and recognizing our transient nature. The sermon concludes with a call to embrace spiritual maturity, characterized by trust, obedience, careful speech, and compassionate service, while avoiding the arrogance of assuming God's blessings and other people's cooperation.
00:00 Introduction and Scripture Reading
01:31 Greeting and Introduction to the Sermon
01:49 Understanding the Book of James
03:03 Relational Arrogance
04:49 Assumptive Arrogance
10:12 Reality Check: Life's Uncertainty
10:48 The Parable of the Rich Fool
13:35 The Therapeutic Gospel and Cultural Arrogance
15:10 Acknowledging God's Sovereignty
16:58 Personal Reflections and God's Plans
23:48 Spiritual Maturity and Humility
28:55 Conclusion and Final Prayer
171 episodes
Manage episode 426455991 series 2290820
In this heartfelt sermon, Pastor Mike explores the teachings of James 4:13-17, emphasizing the importance of humility and acknowledging God's sovereignty over our lives. The sermon addresses the pitfalls of assumptive and relational arrogance, illustrating how easily we fall into the trap of believing we control our own destinies. Pastor Mike shares personal anecdotes to highlight the necessity of submitting to God's will and recognizing our transient nature. The sermon concludes with a call to embrace spiritual maturity, characterized by trust, obedience, careful speech, and compassionate service, while avoiding the arrogance of assuming God's blessings and other people's cooperation.
00:00 Introduction and Scripture Reading
01:31 Greeting and Introduction to the Sermon
01:49 Understanding the Book of James
03:03 Relational Arrogance
04:49 Assumptive Arrogance
10:12 Reality Check: Life's Uncertainty
10:48 The Parable of the Rich Fool
13:35 The Therapeutic Gospel and Cultural Arrogance
15:10 Acknowledging God's Sovereignty
16:58 Personal Reflections and God's Plans
23:48 Spiritual Maturity and Humility
28:55 Conclusion and Final Prayer
171 episodes
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