Central Christian Church
Weekend Worship | September 22
“David | The Danger of Self-Made gods | September 22 | 1 Samuel 23:1-14
Locations & Times
Central Christian Church
2900 N Rock Rd, Wichita, KS 67226, USA
Sunday 9:30 AM
1. The right focus
"Though his head and hands were full of his own business, and he had enough to do, with the little force he had, to secure himself, yet he was concerned for the safety of his country and could not sit still to see that ravaged: nay, though Saul, whose business it was to guard the borders of his land, hated him and sought his life, yet he was willing, to the utmost of his power, to serve him and his interests against the common enemy, and bravely abhorred the thought of sacrificing the common welfare to his private revenge."
2. Our directing desires
"If your god never disagrees with you, you might just be worshiping an idealized version of yourself.”
Tim Keller
Tim Keller
3. Continued dependence
THIS WEEK'S TAKEAWAYS
Key Theme:
There is a danger for us all of creating a self-made version of god rather than seeking and submitting to the will of the true God.
Key Application:
Continually inquire of God through prayer, Scripture, and wise counsel, examining yourself to ensure that your actions and beliefs remain in line with God's character, even when it challenges your personal comfort, desires, or perceived enemies.
Key Verses:
1 Samuel 23:28 “So Saul returned from pursuing after David and went against the Philistines. Therefore, that place was called the Rock of Escape.”
Key Questions:
1. In what areas of your life might you be creating a version of God that aligns with your desires rather than submitting to the truth of who God is?
2. Are there any "enemies" in your life that you're focused on, which may be distracting you from the real spiritual battles God wants you to address?
3. How regularly are you seeking God’s guidance in prayer and Scripture, and are you open to His direction, even when it challenges your comfort or personal preferences?
Key Theme:
There is a danger for us all of creating a self-made version of god rather than seeking and submitting to the will of the true God.
Key Application:
Continually inquire of God through prayer, Scripture, and wise counsel, examining yourself to ensure that your actions and beliefs remain in line with God's character, even when it challenges your personal comfort, desires, or perceived enemies.
Key Verses:
1 Samuel 23:28 “So Saul returned from pursuing after David and went against the Philistines. Therefore, that place was called the Rock of Escape.”
Key Questions:
1. In what areas of your life might you be creating a version of God that aligns with your desires rather than submitting to the truth of who God is?
2. Are there any "enemies" in your life that you're focused on, which may be distracting you from the real spiritual battles God wants you to address?
3. How regularly are you seeking God’s guidance in prayer and Scripture, and are you open to His direction, even when it challenges your comfort or personal preferences?
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