NewCity Orlando Sermons Numbers 25 | In the Wilderness
Nov 10, 2025
Rev. Benjamin Kandt delves into the themes of zeal and faith, warning against half-hearted commitment. He explores the concept of idolatry as a form of marital unfaithfulness, using striking imagery to highlight its dangers. The sermon emphasizes God's wrath over Israel's actions and discusses the importance of communal discipline. Kandt contrasts immature zeal with lasting devotion and encourages finding a balance between zeal and love. Personal stories of evangelism showcase the transformative power of redirecting one's zeal toward Christ.
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Idolatry As Misplaced Union
- Idolatry is pictured as marital unfaithfulness because humans are made for union with God, so misplaced desires become worship of created things.
- Being "yoked" to an idol means subtle habits and commitments shape and direct your life away from Jesus.
Practice Loving Church Discipline
- Do practice church discipline and gentle restoration to protect the whole community from unrepentant idolatry.
- Do ask if your church would attempt rescue when members get entangled in grievous sin.
Wrath As Loving Jealousy
- God's wrath is an expression of his love because true love confronts what harms the beloved.
- The opposite of love is indifference, so righteous jealousy protects the beloved's good.
