Category: Apathy
Subject: Apathy
A Zealous People
An important lesson and admonition discussing the requirement of God for us to show true zeal in our Christian life, and stating especially the response of God if we as a congregation are apathetic in our service.
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Sermon: The Weakening of Our Faith
While the world looks to magnets to weaken faith in God, we must concern ourselves with self-inflicted attacks on our faith. Instead, we must work and be diligent to increase our faith!
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Sermon: Apathy to Zeal
Apathy leads to regression and apostasy, and Zeal, coupled with knowledge, can stir the heart, encourage others and bring steadfastness to the child of God.
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Sermon: The Language of Zeal and Apathy
When scripture uses the term zeal, with all its synonyms, it is universally praised when it is exercised toward God. In contrast, the strongest words of condemnation are reserved for those who are apathetic in their attitude toward God.
Sermon: The Danger of Clericalism
The historical distinction between the Clergy and Laity is not authorized by scripture, and consistently leads to apathy and a lack of involvement in spiritual matters on the part of the laity. This problem has even influenced some in the Lord’s church.
Giants in the Land
The children of Israel failed to believe in the power of God to bring them victory against the giants who inhabited the land they had been promised.
We need to trust in God to give us the victory against the spiritual “giants” that oppose us.
Sermon: Do Not Become Sluggish!
In Hebrews 6:9-12, the writer calls us to fervency. We must be fervent in spirit, love and prayer, among other things. We need to be on fire for the Lord!
Sermon: DANGER Signs of Apostasy
The lesson identifies four danger signs that signify the possibility one may fall from grace:
* Isolating onself from God’s people
* Listening to bad counsel
* Being corrupted by ungodly companions
* A faltering prayer life
Sermon: Spring 2015 Meeting Sermons – Heath Rogers
Below are the links to the audio and powerpoint presentations from Heath Rogers, who held a meeting at the West Side church on May 9-14, 2015.
Lesson 1: “Whom Are You Seeking?”
Lesson 2: Help in Times of Trouble
Lesson 3: Lessons from Hezekiah’s Prayer
Lesson 4: Making Evangelism a Priority
Lesson 5: The Grace of God
Lesson 6: Mediocrity
Lesson 7: A Man After God’s Own Heart
Lesson 8: Can We Understand the Bible Alike?
Lesson 9: The Second Coming of Christ
Sermon: Lamentable Apathy
Apathy among the people of God is always a lamentable state. We must be zealous for our God!
Sermon: Sins of Omission
It is not enough to refrain from committing transgressions against God. It is also necessary that we fulfill the responsibilities that God has given us. We need to be careful not to sin by ommitting obedience to God’s requirements.
Sermon: Tolerating Sin
Sermon by Josh Cox:
There is great danger of Christians in our culture and generation becoming tolerant of sin. This lesson discusses the danger, and the importance of Christians embracing the fact that we are pilgrims on this earth.
From the Preacher’s Pen: Back-bones Needed!
You may have noticed a few of my recent sermons emphasizing our need to be diligent and zealous in the dispatching of our duties before God. Complacency is a problem when seen among God’s children. “I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I could wish you were cold or hot. So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will vomit you out of My mouth” (Revelation 3:15-16). I recently came across the following illustration:
There are four main bones in every organization.
- The wish-bones: Wishing somebody would do something about the problem.
- The jaw-bones: Doing all the talking but very little else.
- The knuckle-bones: Those who knock everything.
- The back-bones: Those who carry the brunt of the load and do most of the work.
Bits & Pieces, October 15, 1992, pp. 16-17.
So, as a member of this congregation, ask yourself, “What kind of ‘bone’ am I?” Of course, what we need are some back-bones! We need individuals to be, “…steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord” (1 Corinthians 15:58). Are you ready to do your part? “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart” (Galatians 6:9).
Sermon: Is There Not a Cause?
In 1 Samuel 17:29, David asked his brother “Is There Not a Cause?” He desired to be of service to Jehovah, and slayed the giant Goliath. The question can be asked today, and three “giants” that need slaying are mentioned. False Doctrine, Worldliness and Complacency.
