Jeremy Utley - Our Lives Should Be Leavened With Hope

Jeremy UtleyMarch 12, 201816mWatch on YouTube

Speaker: Jeremy Utley Title: Our Lives Should Be Leavened With Hope Date: 03-11-2018 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)

Summary

The central message is that a Christian life, like the Kingdom of Heaven, should be completely permeated by God's authority, much like leaven permeates all the flour. The speaker urges listeners to examine every area of their lives—finances, speech, relationships, free time—to ensure nothing remains untouched by God's rule. This permeation is rooted in living with the hope of God fulfilling His promises, as exemplified by Abraham.

Outline

The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.

The parable of the leavenJesus compares the kingdom of heaven to leaven that a woman hides in flour until it permeates the whole lump.Matthew 13:33

God's government touching every part of usGod desires that His rule and authority affect every single part of our lives without leaving anything untouched.

Is every area under God's authority?The speaker lists numerous daily routines and private matters—from finances and speech to free time and attitudes—that should come under God's rule.

The unexpected connection to AbrahamLooking up three measures of flour leads to Genesis 18, pointing to Abraham waiting for God's promise to be fulfilled.Genesis 18:6

Waiting with expectationUnlike when Abraham tried to make things happen in his own strength with Ishmael, here he sits quietly waiting for God to show up.

Abounding in hope by the Holy SpiritGod wants our lives to be filled with joy, peace, and overflowing hope in every circumstance, including discipline and trials.Romans 15:13

Seeking revelation for our callingPaul prays for believers to have their eyes enlightened so they know the hope of His calling.Ephesians 1:18

Recognizing the Lord's visitAbraham sat at his tent door in the heat of the day, watching eagerly for God to fulfill His promise.

Abraham versus DavidWhile David fell into sin when he rested instead of going to war, Abraham found his great blessing while watching during a time of rest.

Manifesting hope in our downtimeWhen we are released from daily responsibilities and burdens, our hearts should still be eagerly looking out for God to fulfill His word.

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