Robbing God

SUMMARY:

Pastor Ron DeMoss of Mapes Baptist Church delivers a sermon on the concept of "robbing God," exploring the idea through the lens of 2 Corinthians 4 and Malachi 3:8. He discusses faith, adversity, and the importance of using our gifts for God's glory.

IDEAS:

  • The concept of "robbing God" extends beyond tithes and offerings.
  • God entrusts his most precious treasure in us, the earthly vessels.
  • The message of the gospel becomes more potent during adversity.
  • God never abandons us to our foes due to our faith.
  • The inward man is the part that enters into eternity.
  • Everything we have here is temporary; it's all going to burn.
  • It's God's right to work through our experiences for His glory.
  • Our life experiences can bring life to another person.
  • We should not rob God by not allowing His word into our hearts.
  • The treasures in earthly vessels represent an unbreakable, indestructible faith.
  • Paul was hard-pressed, perplexed, persecuted, but not crushed, in despair, or forsaken.
  • The church in Corinth was planted in a difficult place filled with paganism and idolatry.
  • The believer is protected by God's power through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed.
  • The outward man perishes, but the inward man is renewed day by day.
  • Light afflictions are momentary compared to the eternal weight of glory.
  • Paul gave his life for the church he planted, serving as a conduit of God's message.
  • Trusting Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior is a way to give honor and praise to God.
  • The church is generous, collecting more offering in a Sunday than they used to in a month.
  • The church's generosity has blessed many around the world who need to hear about Jesus Christ.
  • God provides what He needs to provide when He calls us to do something.
  • The vessel should not rob the treasure of its glory.
  • We are earthly vessels with a heavenly destiny, dying but Christ is living.
  • The church is God's conduit of His revelation, which should be part of our lifestyle.

INSIGHTS:

  • The concept of "robbing God" extends beyond material offerings to our spiritual gifts and talents.
  • Adversity can amplify the potency of the gospel message, demonstrating faith in action.
  • Our life experiences, when shared, can bring life and hope to others.
  • The inward man, the spiritual self, is the part that enters into eternity.
  • The believer's protection by God's power through faith underscores the promise of salvation.
  • The outward man perishes, but the inward man is renewed day by day, reflecting spiritual growth.
  • Light afflictions are momentary compared to the eternal weight of glory, offering perspective on suffering.
  • Trusting Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior is a profound way to honor and praise God.
  • The church's generosity reflects the open-handedness of a follower of Christ.
  • The church serves as a conduit for God's revelation, shaping our lifestyle and actions.

QUOTES:

  • "We have this incredible treasure beyond measure Beyond value that's in Earth and vessels."
  • "We are hard pressed on every side yet not crushed we are perplexed but not in despair."
  • "Everything belongs to God and he is The Giver of all possessions."
  • "There is something wrong when the vessel robs The Treasure of its Glory."
  • "We are Earthly vessels with a Heavenly destiny."
  • "We are dying but Christ is living we are minimizing but God is increasing."
  • "It is the inward man that God is working on the part that's going to go into Eternity."
  • "Would you rob God of his glory to use your life to pour into another soul?"
  • "It is his right to work through your experience it is your story in your life to bring life to another."
  • "Don't Rob God by not being allowing this conduit to get into your heart and into your mind."

HABITS:

  • Regularly reflect on the concept of "robbing God" beyond tithes and offerings.
  • Use adversity as an opportunity to amplify the potency of the gospel message.
  • Share life experiences to bring life and hope to others.
  • Regularly remind oneself that the inward man, the spiritual self, is the part that enters into eternity.
  • Trust in God's protection through faith, underscoring the promise of salvation.
  • Regularly renew the inward man, reflecting spiritual growth.
  • Keep perspective on suffering by comparing light afflictions to the eternal weight of glory.
  • Trust Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior as a profound way to honor and praise God.
  • Practice open-handedness as a follower of Christ, reflecting in generosity.
  • Allow the church to serve as a conduit for God's revelation, shaping lifestyle and actions.

FACTS:

  • The concept of "robbing God" extends beyond tithes and offerings to our spiritual gifts and talents.
  • Adversity can amplify the potency of the gospel message, demonstrating faith in action.
  • Our life experiences, when shared, can bring life and hope to others.
  • The inward man, the spiritual self, is the part that enters into eternity.
  • The believer's protection by God's power through faith underscores the promise of salvation.
  • The outward man perishes, but the inward man is renewed day by day, reflecting spiritual growth.
  • Light afflictions are momentary compared to the eternal weight of glory, offering perspective on suffering.
  • Trusting Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior is a profound way to honor and praise God.
  • The church's generosity reflects the open-handedness of a follower of Christ.
  • The church serves as a conduit for God's revelation, shaping our lifestyle and actions.

REFERENCES:

  • 2 Corinthians 4
  • Malachi 3:8
  • First Peter 1:15
  • First Peter 1:9

ONE-SENTENCE TAKEAWAY:

Don't rob God of His glory; use your gifts, talents, and experiences to honor Him and bring life to others.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

  • Reflect regularly on "robbing God" beyond tithes and offerings.
  • Use adversity to amplify the gospel message potency.
  • Share life experiences to bring life and hope to others.
  • Remind oneself that the inward man enters into eternity.
  • Trust in God's protection through faith for salvation.
  • Regularly renew the inward man, reflecting spiritual growth.
  • Keep perspective on suffering by comparing it to eternal glory.
  • Trust Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior to honor God.
  • Practice open-handedness as a follower of Christ, reflecting generosity.
  • Allow the church to serve as a conduit for God's revelation.