8th April 2018 - Folly Of Worry - Charles Banna
Summary
The speaker warns against the subtle but grave sin of worry, noting that Jesus specifically warned against it four times in Matthew 6. He emphasizes that worry is like carrying fire in one's bosom, suggesting that instead of worrying, believers should trust God's provision and focus on the present day.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Bowing before God and reading Acts 16The speaker invites the congregation to bow before God and reads from the Acts of the Apostles about Paul and Silas singing hymns of praise in prison despite their suffering.
Worry is a grave and subtle sinThe speaker warns that worry is a subtle and serious sin that robs believers of joy, weakens health, and ruins today by borrowing trouble from tomorrow.
Jesus' warnings against anxiety in Matthew 6Examining Matthew 6:25-34, Jesus repeatedly commands His followers not to be anxious about food, clothing, or tomorrow.
Learning from the birds and flowersJesus points to the carefree birds of the air and the wild flowers of the field, which God clothes and feeds, to show that humans are far more valuable to Him.
Tomorrow will take care of itselfEach day has enough trouble of its own, so worrying about tomorrow is like paying interest on an imaginary loan you never took.
Casting your burdens upon the LordBelievers are encouraged to cast their burdens on the Lord daily through prayer and truly leave them with Him rather than taking them back.Psalm 55:221 Peter 5:7
Experiencing the peace of God through prayerPhilippians 4:6-7 instructs believers to bring everything to God with thanksgiving, which results in the peace of God guarding their hearts and minds.Philippians 4:6
Youth camp testimoniesVarious young people step up to testify about how God impacted them during the summer camp, teaching them about repentance, God's love, friendship with Christ, and personal discipline.
Sunday school camp announcementsThe service concludes with announcements regarding the upcoming Sunday school camp scheduled for April 12th to April 14th.
