Sunday 8th February 2015 - Lies - Rob Goldring

8.2.15 Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire • Adam and Eve had Significance, Security and Acceptance when first created. • This was lost when sin entered the world. We are seeking these things in life, but they can only come through restoration of our relationship with God. The Devil • He is the father of all lies (John 8:44). His purpose is to prevent us from having a relationship with God. • We need to recognise that we are in a spiritual battle (Ephesians 6:10-18). • We need to put on the armour of God. Jesus • The good news is that Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8). He has won the victory (Colossians 2:15). • Jesus is the bread of life (John 6:35). We need to ‘feed’ on Him every day. • He is the way, the truth and the life (John 14:6). • The truth will set us free (John 8:31). • When Jesus was in the wilderness and the devil spoke to Him, he responded with scripture each time. ‘The scripture says…’ (Matthew 4:1-11). • We need to respond with scripture. It’s the truth and the truth will set us free. Smith Wigglesworth • In 1947, Smith Wigglesworth prophesied that there will be a revival greater than ever seen before (see http://www.waltdumont.org/Wigglesworth.htm). When the spirit and the word come together. The Plan • We need to be aware of the thoughts that come from the devil. He does plant things (John 13:2) but we just need to be aware and speak scripture. • Below is a few examples of some of the things we think and feel, and some scripture that we need to remind ourselves of… Lie Truth Scripture I am fearful about things. God has not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7 I struggle in my Christian walk. He that is in me is greater than he that is in the world. 1 John 4:4 I worry. Turn all your worries over to Him. 1 Peter 5:7 I feel trapped. Jesus Christ has set us free. Galatians 5:1 2 Corinthians 3:17 I feel condemned. There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:1 I feel lonely. I am with you always, to the very end of age. Matthew 28:20 I can’t keep going. Go to Him and He will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 • Do not allow your feelings to dictate your behaviour. Allow the truth of God’s word direct you. Remember, we are new creations (2 Corinthians 5:17). • We should be living life in all its fullness (John 10:10).