Why Souls Only Open From the Inside

We cannot force our way into a heart that is locked from the inside. Matthew 7 warns that self-righteousness slams that door shut, while a humble heart gently reopens it. In this message, Pastor Philip Miller reveals how asking, seeking, and knocking opens the way. Discover why hurling sacred pearls at pigs only gets you bitten. This is part two of the sermon, "A Heart For Others." This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://livinghopeoffer.net or call us at 1-800-215-5001. 00:15 – The Internal Latch: Why we can't force our way into another person's soul. 02:00 – Blinded by Beams: How a log of self-righteousness obstructs our vision. 05:24 – Pearls and Pigs: Why throwing sacred wisdom at dogs will get you bitten. 07:54 – The Heart of Helpfulness: Asking, seeking, and knocking. 11:54 – God is a Gentleman: How C.S. Lewis describes God wooing us. 20:27 – Knocking on Slammed Doors: What restoration might look like. Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Living Hope" and "Moody Church Hour," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives. Dr. Philip Miller is the 17th Senior Pastor of The Moody Church. He is the featured speaker on "Living Hope" and "Moody Church Hour," with programs broadcasting on 700 outlets in the U.S. He and his wife Krista live in Chicago with their four children. Pastor Philip is passionate about proclaiming God's Word, cultivating healthy ministry, and investing in future leaders. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/ Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/   SUBSCRIBE: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/