Join The Journey S4:233 Matthew 18-19
Sep 29, 2025
Andrew Thompson, a Watermark student, shares his faith journey and personal struggles with sin in a deep conversation. He explains the importance of fighting sin and the powerful role of the Spirit in daily sanctification. The discussion tackles whether Jesus meant for us to be literal about self-sacrifice in Matthew 18:8-9 and highlights the urgency behind His teachings. Andrew also emphasizes that true forgiveness stems from understanding God's mercy, urging listeners to actively engage in their spiritual battles and reflect that grace in their lives.
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Go To War With Persistent Sin
- Do remove persistent sinning influences even if painful, because sin's cost outweighs temporary loss.
- Rely on the Spirit's power to wage this daily battle rather than your own strength.
Surrender, Not Self-Effort, Kills Sin
- Sanctification requires continual surrender to the Spirit, not merely trying harder in the flesh.
- The fight is ongoing because the flesh resists surrender even as the Spirit empowers change.
Small Lapses Compound Into Big Problems
- Small tolerances for sin compound over time like a little slumber leading to poverty.
- Daily vigilance prevents build-up of harmful habits that later require extreme measures.