May 7, 2023 #followyourheart #yolo #authenticity
“Everybody has plans until they get hit for the first time.” - Mike Tyson
Acts 4:1-22
THE GOSPEL IS A BOLD MESSAGE
verses 1-4
A. POLARIZING
1st Cor. 1:18
Matthew 28:18-20
B. HISTORICAL AND OBJECTIVE
verses 7-11
Your mind is the source and standard of truth, so no matter what, trust yourself. #theanswersarewithin
Your emotions are authoritative, so never question (or let anyone else question) your feelings. #followyourheart
You are sovereign, so flex your omnipotence and bend the universe around your dreams and desires. #liveyourtruth
You are supreme, so always act according to your chief end, to glorify and enjoy yourself forever. #yolo
You are the summum bonum—the standard of goodness—so don’t let anyone oppress you with the antiquated notion of being a sinner who needs grace. #neverchange.
You are the Creator, so use that limitless creative power to craft your identity and purpose. #authenticity.
C. EXCLUSIVE
verse 12
2. CREATES AND REQUIRES BOLD MESSENGERS
verse 13
A. TRUST INSTEAD OF SHAME
Luke 12:11-12
1st Corinthians 6:9-11
B. BOLDNESS INSTEAD OF FEAR
v. 10-11
3. THE GOSPEL SHOULD OVERFLOW OUT OF US
verses 14-22
2nd Cor 4:13