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Sermon on
The World's Values and Their Deception

 

1. Introduction: The World's Values

1.1 The allure of worldly values:  1 John 2:16

1.2 The temporary satisfaction they bring:  Matthew 16:26

1.3 The deception behind worldly values:  2 Corinthians 4:4

2. The Deception of Materialism

2.1 The false security of wealth:  Proverbs 11:28

2.2 The fleeting nature of material possessions:  Matthew 6:19

2.3 The danger of making wealth our master:  Matthew 6:24

3. The Deception of Power and Prestige

3.1 The illusion of control:  Jeremiah 9:23-24

3.2 The emptiness of worldly honor:  John 5:44

3.3 The true source of power and prestige:  Psalm 75:6-7

4. The Deception of Pleasure and Self-Indulgence

4.1 The fleeting nature of worldly pleasures:  Hebrews 11:25

4.2 The destructive consequences of self-indulgence:  Galatians 6:7-8

4.3 The true source of lasting joy and satisfaction:  Psalm 16:11

5. The Deception of Self-Reliance

5.1 The illusion of self-sufficiency:  Proverbs 28:26

5.2 The danger of pride and arrogance:  Proverbs 16:18

5.3 The necessity of reliance on God:  Proverbs 3:5-6

6. The Contrast: God's Values

6.1 The value of spiritual wealth:  Matthew 6:20

6.2 The honor of serving others:  Mark 10:45

6.3 The joy of walking with God:  Psalm 84:10

6.4 The wisdom of dependence on God:  James 4:10

7. Conclusion: Choosing God's Values Over The World's

7.1 The call to reject worldly values:  Romans 12:2

7.2 The challenge to embrace God's values:  Matthew 6:33

7.3 The reward of living by God's values:  Matthew 19:29

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