Service 2025-06-01 - Divided over Jesus

Summary

This sermon is about the reality of division among family members when some do not share the same faith in Jesus Christ. The pastor discusses how Jesus himself said that He did not come to bring peace, but division (Luke 12:51-53). The sermon emphasizes that each person has to make their own decision to follow Jesus or not, and that loyalty to Christ forces people to take sides. The pastor also highlights the importance of not compromising one's faith and being willing to suffer for the sake of Christ. The main questions or points discussed in the sermon include: * The reality of division among family members who do not share the same faith * The importance of loyalty to Christ and not compromising one's faith * The need to navigate through life with this division without being antagonistic towards family members who do not believe * The significance of praying for loved ones who do not yet know Christ The sermon can be applied to our lives by: * Recognizing the reality of division among family members and being willing to live with it * Being committed to our faith in Christ and not compromising our values * Praying for loved ones who do not yet know Christ and trusting in God's sovereignty Key take-aways from the sermon include: *
  • Each person has to make their own decision to follow Jesus or not
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  • Loyalty to Christ forces people to take sides
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  • Division among family members is a reality that we need to navigate through
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  • We should not compromise our faith and values
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  • Praying for loved ones who do not yet know Christ is essential

    • The Sermon

    Today's sermon is a continuation of our theme about family matters, and we will be discussing the reality of division among family members when some do not share the same faith in Jesus Christ.


    The pastor emphasized that Jesus himself said that He did not come to bring peace, but division (Luke 12:51-53). This reality can be challenging for many of us who have family members that do not share our faith.


    The pastor discussed how each person has to make their own decision to follow Jesus or not, and that loyalty to Christ forces people to take sides. He also highlighted the importance of not compromising one's faith and being willing to suffer for the sake of Christ.


    The sermon also emphasized the need to navigate through life with this division without being antagonistic towards family members who do not believe. We are called to love our family members, but also to maintain our loyalty to Christ.


    The pastor encouraged us to continue praying for our loved ones who do not yet know Christ, and to trust in God's sovereignty.

    To Think About

    * To what extent are you willing to compromise your faith and values to maintain harmony in your family? * How do you navigate through life with division among family members who do not share your faith? * What are some ways you can show love and kindness to family members who do not believe in Christ? * How can you maintain your loyalty to Christ without being antagonistic towards those who do not share your faith? * What role does prayer play in your relationship with family members who do not yet know Christ?