Light + Truth Kept, Cleansed, and Sent
Feb 19, 2025
How do we remain faithful to Christ in a hostile world? The discussion highlights the importance of divine protection and the process of sanctification. It dives into the tension between goodness and evil, using the Cain and Abel story to explore love, jealousy, and integrity. Personal experiences of facing moral dilemmas in work environments are shared, contrasting truth and moral responsibility. Finally, the transformative power of God's Word is emphasized, stressing its role in faith and ongoing spiritual growth.
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World's Hate
- The world hates Jesus' followers because they are not of the world.
- Being out of sync indicts the world and exposes its evil works, causing dissonance and opposition.
Cain and Abel
- Cain murdered Abel because Abel's goodness indicted Cain's evil deeds.
- The world hates those who are different, righteous, and expose its wickedness through their actions.
Surveyor Story
- John Piper shares an experience of working as a surveyor where his dedication to work was met with hostility.
- Simply striving for goodness and honesty can provoke animosity from those who feel indicted by it.
