Teaching Synopsis
So far we’ve considered the need to understand reality by not only the physical lens, but also through the spiritual lens. We’ve looked at who the “players” are in this epic battle, and what is driving the efforts of the enemy. Here is the question I want us to wrestle with this morning, “As we move through life, aware of these forces, how do I know what to do in moments of significant decision? How do we discern the works of the enemy & the work of God? Where do we turn for counsel, advise, and wisdom?
1. Sorcery vs. God’s Power (2 Timothy 1:7)
2. Witchcrat vs. God’s Voice (Hebrews 4:7)
3. Fortune-Telling vs. God’s Leadership (Ps. 143:10)
Title: Eyes to See, Ears to Hear
Text: Mark 8:14-21
Teaching Synopsis
We kick off our new series by looking at how we determine reality and the impact that can have on our relationship with God. There are two ways in which we measure reality:
The Physical World understood by Science
The Spiritual World understood by Religion
In this teaching we looked at three examples that illustrate the collision of these two ways of understanding:
Example 1: Physical Health & Illness (Luke 13:10-12)
Example 2: Personal Economy & Finances (Matthew 17:27)