Uncircumcised Hearts

The sermon examines Acts 7:51-53 to warn against the spiritual danger of having an uncircumcised heart, which manifests as stubbornness and a habitual resistance to the Holy Spirit. It contrasts physical ritual with the necessary inward transformation that God promises in passages like Deuteronomy 30:6 and Ezekiel 36. The central message emphasizes that true salvation requires a new heart and spirit, leading to genuine devotion and obedience rather than mere religious observance. By analyzing Stephen's confrontation with the religious leaders, the text highlights how rejecting God's messengers stems from a hardened nature that only divine intervention can change. Ultimately, listeners are urged to seek this spiritual circumcision through faith in Christ to ensure their affections are rightly directed toward God.