Overcoming Ungodly Beliefs: Embracing God's Truth
Summary
### Summary
Today, we explored the profound impact of ungodly beliefs (UGBs) on our lives and how they can hinder our relationship with God and our ability to walk in His promises. We began by reflecting on the power of faith and the importance of vocalizing our gratitude and praise to God, creating an atmosphere where He can move mightily. We acknowledged that God is always faithful, never leaving or forsaking us, and that His love for us is tenacious and relentless.
We delved into the concept of ungodly beliefs, which are false beliefs that appear true based on our experiences but contradict God's Word. These beliefs can stem from various sources, including life experiences, family heritage, repetition, negative thinking, and societal influences. They shape our worldview and can lead us to live as spiritual orphans, disconnected from the truth of our identity as God's children.
We examined the story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15, who, despite being referred to as a "dog" by Jesus, demonstrated great faith and received healing for her daughter. This story illustrates how Jesus not only addressed her immediate need but also healed her deep-seated ungodly beliefs about her worth and identity.
We also looked at the story of the Israelites on the verge of entering the Promised Land. While most of the spies saw only the obstacles, Caleb and Joshua saw through the eyes of God's truth, demonstrating that God's truth is always more powerful than the facts.
In conclusion, we were encouraged to identify and repent of our ungodly beliefs, bringing them to God for healing. By aligning our beliefs with God's truth, we can walk in the fullness of His promises and live a life of freedom and victory.
### Key Takeaways
1. The Power of Vocal Praise: Vocalizing our gratitude and praise to God creates an atmosphere where He can move powerfully. It lifts our faith and shifts the spiritual atmosphere, allowing God's presence to manifest more fully in our lives. [26:02]
2. Understanding Ungodly Beliefs: Ungodly beliefs are false beliefs that appear true based on our experiences but contradict God's Word. These beliefs can stem from various sources, including life experiences, family heritage, repetition, negative thinking, and societal influences. Recognizing and addressing these beliefs is crucial for spiritual growth. [54:50]
3. Healing Through Faith: The story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15 illustrates that Jesus not only addresses our immediate needs but also heals our deep-seated ungodly beliefs. Her faith led to the healing of her daughter and a transformation in her understanding of her worth and identity. [01:20:40]
4. God's Truth vs. Facts: The story of the Israelites on the verge of entering the Promised Land shows that God's truth is always more powerful than the facts. While most of the spies saw only the obstacles, Caleb and Joshua saw through the eyes of God's truth, demonstrating the importance of aligning our beliefs with God's perspective. [01:24:25]
5. Repenting of Ungodly Beliefs: Identifying and repenting of our ungodly beliefs is essential for spiritual freedom. By bringing these beliefs to God and aligning our minds with His truth, we can walk in the fullness of His promises and live a life of victory. This process requires ongoing transparency and trust in God's healing power. [01:28:55]
### YouTube Chapters
[0:00] - Welcome
[26:02] - The Power of Vocal Praise
[26:45] - Shifting the Atmosphere
[33:47] - Bringing Everything to God
[35:01] - The Fury of His Love
[44:58] - Offering and Gratitude
[50:30] - Importance of Thankfulness
[52:27] - Knowing the Father's Heart
[54:50] - Understanding Ungodly Beliefs
[56:10] - God's Healing Power
[58:34] - The Deceptive Nature of UGBs
[01:00:14] - Personal Struggles with UGBs
[01:20:40] - Healing Through Faith
[01:24:25] - God's Truth vs. Facts
[01:28:55] - Repenting of Ungodly Beliefs
[01:36:11] - Declaring God's Truth
[01:42:31] - Closing Prayer and Worship
Study Guide
### Bible Reading
1. Matthew 15:21-28 - The story of the Canaanite woman and her faith.
2. Numbers 13:27-30; 14:7-9 - The story of the Israelites on the verge of entering the Promised Land and the differing perspectives of the spies.
### Observation Questions
1. What was the Canaanite woman's response to Jesus when He referred to her as a "dog"? How did her response demonstrate her faith? ([01:17:01]([01:17:01]))
2. In Numbers 13, what were the differing reports given by the spies about the Promised Land? ([01:23:55]([01:23:55]))
3. How did Caleb and Joshua's perspective differ from the other spies regarding the Promised Land? ([01:24:25]([01:24:25]))
4. What are some sources of ungodly beliefs mentioned in the sermon? ([01:07:15]([01:07:15]))
### Interpretation Questions
1. How does the story of the Canaanite woman illustrate the concept of ungodly beliefs and their impact on one's identity? ([01:20:40]([01:20:40]))
2. What can we learn from Caleb and Joshua's faith in God's promises despite the obstacles they saw? ([01:24:25]([01:24:25]))
3. How do ungodly beliefs shape our worldview and affect our relationship with God? ([01:05:03]([01:05:03]))
4. Why is it important to vocalize our gratitude and praise to God, according to the sermon? ([26:02]([26:02]))
### Application Questions
1. Reflect on a time when you held an ungodly belief about yourself or your situation. How did it affect your actions and relationship with God? ([01:05:03]([01:05:03]))
2. The Canaanite woman did not let societal labels stop her from seeking Jesus. Are there any labels or past experiences that you need to overcome to fully embrace your identity in Christ? ([01:20:40]([01:20:40]))
3. Caleb and Joshua saw through the eyes of God's truth rather than the obstacles. How can you practice seeing your challenges through God's perspective this week? ([01:24:25]([01:24:25]))
4. Vocalizing praise and gratitude can shift the spiritual atmosphere. What are some practical ways you can incorporate vocal praise into your daily routine? ([26:02]([26:02]))
5. Identify an ungodly belief you currently hold. What steps can you take to bring this belief to God for healing and replace it with His truth? ([01:28:55]([01:28:55]))
6. How can you support someone in your small group who might be struggling with ungodly beliefs? What practical steps can you take to encourage them? ([01:39:45]([01:39:45]))
7. Reflect on the importance of thankfulness mentioned in the sermon. How can you make a habit of expressing gratitude to God and others in your life? ([50:30]([50:30]))
Devotional
Day 1: The Power of Vocal Praise
Description: Vocalizing our gratitude and praise to God creates an atmosphere where He can move powerfully. It lifts our faith and shifts the spiritual atmosphere, allowing God's presence to manifest more fully in our lives. When we express our thankfulness and adoration out loud, it not only strengthens our own faith but also encourages those around us. This practice can transform our environment, making it more conducive to experiencing God's miracles and blessings. [26:02]
Psalm 22:3 (ESV): "Yet you are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel."
Reflection: Think of a specific situation where you need God's intervention. Can you take a moment today to vocalize your praise and gratitude to God, inviting His presence into that situation?
Day 2: Understanding Ungodly Beliefs
Description: Ungodly beliefs are false beliefs that appear true based on our experiences but contradict God's Word. These beliefs can stem from various sources, including life experiences, family heritage, repetition, negative thinking, and societal influences. Recognizing and addressing these beliefs is crucial for spiritual growth. By identifying these false beliefs, we can begin the process of replacing them with the truth of God's Word, leading to a more authentic and victorious Christian life. [54:50]
2 Corinthians 10:5 (ESV): "We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ."
Reflection: Identify one ungodly belief you have held onto. How does this belief contradict God's Word, and what truth from Scripture can you replace it with today?
Day 3: Healing Through Faith
Description: The story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15 illustrates that Jesus not only addresses our immediate needs but also heals our deep-seated ungodly beliefs. Her faith led to the healing of her daughter and a transformation in her understanding of her worth and identity. This story shows that faith in Jesus can bring about profound healing, not just physically but also emotionally and spiritually, as we come to understand our true identity in Him. [01:20:40]
Matthew 15:28 (ESV): "Then Jesus answered her, 'O woman, great is your faith! Be it done for you as you desire.' And her daughter was healed instantly."
Reflection: Reflect on a time when your faith in Jesus brought about a significant change in your life. How can you apply that same faith to an area where you need healing today?
Day 4: God's Truth vs. Facts
Description: The story of the Israelites on the verge of entering the Promised Land shows that God's truth is always more powerful than the facts. While most of the spies saw only the obstacles, Caleb and Joshua saw through the eyes of God's truth, demonstrating the importance of aligning our beliefs with God's perspective. This teaches us that even when circumstances seem insurmountable, God's promises and truth can lead us to victory if we choose to trust in Him. [01:24:25]
Numbers 13:30 (ESV): "But Caleb quieted the people before Moses and said, 'Let us go up at once and occupy it, for we are well able to overcome it.'"
Reflection: Think of a challenging situation you are currently facing. How can you shift your perspective to see it through the lens of God's truth rather than the apparent facts?
Day 5: Repenting of Ungodly Beliefs
Description: Identifying and repenting of our ungodly beliefs is essential for spiritual freedom. By bringing these beliefs to God and aligning our minds with His truth, we can walk in the fullness of His promises and live a life of victory. This process requires ongoing transparency and trust in God's healing power. Repentance is not just about feeling sorry but about turning away from falsehood and embracing God's truth wholeheartedly. [01:28:55]
Romans 12:2 (ESV): "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect."
Reflection: What is one ungodly belief you need to repent of today? How can you actively renew your mind with God's truth in this area?
Quotes
1. "I can't help but think this morning, we've got it. The enemy wants to keep us so quiet. Because it's the faith, it's the faith of the people that lifts and creates an atmosphere where God can move. Yeah? So we're going to sing this again if we could. Yeah? And I, gosh, if it's true for you, if God has actually saved you from something, touched you in a place, then actually make it vocal. You know what the, you know what the brilliance is about today? Today, apparently there's people on holidays. You know what? They're missing out. But you know what it means? It means you don't have to worry about the person on the left or the right. Because you can sing at the top of your lungs." [26:45] (39 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
2. "Father, I thank Lord, you still are the victorious way. You still have not failed us. Father, you still have not left us or forsaken us. Thank you, God, that you are as faithful in this moment right now as you have been from the very beginning. So this day, God, we give you all the glory. This day, we lift up your name. This day, we say thank you. This day, we give you praise. This day, we exalt you. This day, we extol the King of kings and the Lord of lords. This day, we give you our lives and say they're yours." [35:01] (43 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
3. "You know, that line, the fury of his love, isn't that a cool line? Do you know how long I thought that line was the beauty of his love? Like, truly, the fury of his love. He is so beautiful. Tenaciously in love with you. Think of a parent. Those that are parents, think of losing a child in a shopping center and moving through the crowd. You're not really upset if you bump someone, are you? You know, it's like, get out of the way. I've got to get to my kid. And if they're hiding under a clothes rack, you just shove that thing out of the way. That's God chasing after us. The fury of his love." [35:44] (44 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
4. "Over the last month everything that we've looked at everything that we've looked at that we've discussed even wrestled with really over that time has been really significant every message that I've shared as the Lord's led me about His heart the Father heart of God is really significant because these messages as we've walked through them together they're significant because they address one particular area and what they address is the fact that knowing His heart is probably one of the greatest things that you and I could believe in in our faith in the church today knowing who He is who He is for us how He sees us His heart." [52:27] (47 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
5. "Father God is central should be central as a believer Father God should be central full stop there's no and He should be central to our lives and what we believe will directly affect that how we see Him whether we posture Him at the centre of our lives whether we allow ourselves our hearts to be postured at His feet so today if we can actually understand that what we believe can dictate and steer like a rudder on a ship the way that we live our lives if we can understand the power of what we believe then what we're going to go after today and why I felt like the Spirit of God was moving us this morning to really step out and declare His goodness in our lives is." [54:19] (52 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
6. "Ungodly beliefs are so powerful and they're such an effective tactic if you will it's what the devil uses it's what our enemy actually uses to rob us of life with God to rob us of the life that he promises for us know ungodly beliefs they force us to try and to strive and to push and almost to force God's love and because of them we can never feel that or we often feel like we can never do enough anyone ever felt like that? yeah come on that looks true isn't it like you almost go ahhh that sucks why? it's not right." [59:31] (43 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
7. "If my truth doesn't line up with God's truth someone needs to change and it's not God yeah if my truth doesn't line up with God's truth someone needs to change and it's not God every song that we sang this morning had statements and declarations of who God is and if what we believe doesn't line up with even the lyrics of those songs that are straight from the word no deal something's got to change and it's not God." [01:10:27] (40 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
8. "God's truth is always more powerful than the facts. God's truth is always more powerful than the facts. And a long while later, when Joshua became the leader of Israel, we get to see what God's truth actually is and was. Look how a woman named Rahab, who was a citizen of the people whose land God was giving to Israel, look how she explained it, how they saw the Israelites. This is so cool. In Joshua chapter 2, verse 9, I know the Lord has given you this land, she told them. We are all afraid of you. Does it say we are, some of us are afraid? A couple of us, a handful of us? It says we are all afraid of you. Everyone in the land is living, living in terror. They are all cacking themselves." [01:26:25] (44 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
9. "Can you see how these ungodly beliefs can have a detrimental effect on our future? Can you see how these ungodly beliefs can have a detrimental effect on our lives? Can you see how these ungodly beliefs can keep us away from the promises that God has spoken over and into our lives? We're going to pray in a moment. And we're going to sing Waymaker. Because he's a waymaker that can do anything and everything in our lives, regardless of what it is. But the hard part I mentioned earlier is actually acknowledging those ungodly beliefs. It's repenting of that. God, I'm sorry that I thought that. God, I'm sorry that I believed that. Gosh, I didn't even realize. Lord, I'm so sorry. Repent of that thought. And then we give them to him." [01:27:56] (61 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
10. "Father, we repent of our ungodly beliefs, God. Lord, we give them to You. Lord, every thought, every lie, God, we bring them to the foot of the cross. you're the healer God you're our king you're our deliverer you're our truth our compass our north you are everything you father are central to our lives one who makes a way where there is no way let's declare this again that he's our way maker amen make it your prayer this morning father we give you our ungodly beliefs right now and lord we give you permission to press and to prod and to poke and to highlight areas that you want to heal father you're the one that we trust God we don't want to trust the world we don't want to trust what's around us we want to rely on you and your word and your truth." [01:36:11] (60 seconds) (Download raw clip | Download cropped clip)
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