Jeremy Utley - Discerning Spiritual Drowsiness

Jeremy UtleyDecember 5, 202223mWatch on YouTube

Speaker: Jeremy Utley Title: Discerning Spiritual Drowsiness Date: 12/04/2022 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 the necessity of discerning whether one's actions, particularly speaking, are motivated by pleasing God or by seeking approval from people. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual life requires perfecting holiness in the fear of God, contrasting this with the danger of living in the fear of man. He warns against spiritual slumber, even when one has a good reputation, urging listeners to examine their motives and return to God.

Outline

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

In whose sight are we speaking?The speaker considers the memory verse about speaking the utterances of God and asks whether we speak to please people or in the sight of God.

Perfecting holiness in the fear of GodLooking at Paul's instruction, the speaker realizes that being more careful with our conduct only when we have to share in a meeting shows we are operating in the fear of man.2 Corinthians 7:1

Seeking to please manTrying to perfect holiness while caring about what others think is the exact opposite of true holiness, as seeking to please man contradicts being a servant of Christ.Galatians 1:10

Having a name that you are aliveThe message to the church in Sardis warns that having a reputation for spiritual vitality means little if God sees spiritual death.Revelation 3:1

Planning to repent is spiritual sleepJust as Jeremiah commands Israel to return immediately, the speaker warns that planning to repent or seek the Holy Spirit later is a mark of spiritual slumber.

Delayed obedience is disobedienceDelaying confession and postponing repentance are forms of disobedience, unlike the prodigal son who immediately resolved to return to his father.

Waking up from sorrowSometimes believers sleep from sorrow, overwhelmed by sin instead of heeding the call to wake up, watch, and obey immediately.

A new song of rejoicingA clear sign of spiritual awakening is a fresh, new song in the heart and a renewed reason to praise and bless the Lord.Psalm 98:1

Worship is not a one-way streetWorship involves more than just our singing and bowing; it includes listening to God's voice without hardening our hearts.

The allure of idols versus relationship with GodIdols are attractive because they never speak back, whereas a relationship with the living God requires surrender, listening, and obedience.

John the Baptist's complete joyWhen crowds left John to follow Jesus, John rejoiced because his purpose was simply to reveal the bridegroom, making his joy complete.John 3:22–29

God glorified through Jesus ChristThe ultimate goal for someone living in godly fear is that Jesus Christ alone is glorified, whether through active service or being set aside.1 Peter 4:11

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