Title: To Invite Sinners (3 of 3)
Series: The Reasons For The Season
Author: Jeff Geyer
Text: Mark 2:13-17
Big Idea:
Jesus was able to see something in Matthew that the others did not see. Jesus' compassion led to Matthew's change; the others' criticism left Matthew unconnected.
Intro:
When you hear the word-sinner-what comes to mind?
- Someone who got something wrong
- Someone who hurt someone with something they did or said (deception, manipulation, abusive behavior)
- Moral/Ethical Offenders (lying, stealing, cheating, or committing acts of violence)
- Outlaws/Criminals
- Those who fail to live up to moral standards
When you hear the word-sinner-who comes to mind?
- Family member
- People you know
- Elected officials or public figures
- Historical dictators
- Infamous criminals
Now let's pivot...
When you hear the word-self-righteous-what comes to mind?
- Someone who thinks, believes, or acts morally superior than those around them.
- Religious belief/practice
- Moral
- Intellectual
- Parenting
- Health/Wellness/Fitness
- Someone who often focuses on their own values and standards to the point of becoming critical of others...they are rigid
When you hear the word-self-righteous-who comes to mind?
- Family member/People you know
- Elected officials or public figures
- Church leaders
- HOA person
Honest rhetorical question: Do you see yourself as the sinner or the self-righteous?
- Have you ever asked yourself that question?
- Why is this a question that is easier to put others in these categories and not ourselves?
- Why does this question matter?
Connection/Tension:
The reason why I'm asking that rhetorical question is because it's natural for us to be critical-on others or ourselves. We have a tendency to be aware but not necessary self-aware.
People may not see themselves as sinners or self-righteous because of:
- Psychological Defense Mechanis ...
Series: The Reasons For The Season
Author: Jeff Geyer
Text: Mark 2:13-17
Big Idea:
Jesus was able to see something in Matthew that the others did not see. Jesus' compassion led to Matthew's change; the others' criticism left Matthew unconnected.
Intro:
When you hear the word-sinner-what comes to mind?
- Someone who got something wrong
- Someone who hurt someone with something they did or said (deception, manipulation, abusive behavior)
- Moral/Ethical Offenders (lying, stealing, cheating, or committing acts of violence)
- Outlaws/Criminals
- Those who fail to live up to moral standards
When you hear the word-sinner-who comes to mind?
- Family member
- People you know
- Elected officials or public figures
- Historical dictators
- Infamous criminals
Now let's pivot...
When you hear the word-self-righteous-what comes to mind?
- Someone who thinks, believes, or acts morally superior than those around them.
- Religious belief/practice
- Moral
- Intellectual
- Parenting
- Health/Wellness/Fitness
- Someone who often focuses on their own values and standards to the point of becoming critical of others...they are rigid
When you hear the word-self-righteous-who comes to mind?
- Family member/People you know
- Elected officials or public figures
- Church leaders
- HOA person
Honest rhetorical question: Do you see yourself as the sinner or the self-righteous?
- Have you ever asked yourself that question?
- Why is this a question that is easier to put others in these categories and not ourselves?
- Why does this question matter?
Connection/Tension:
The reason why I'm asking that rhetorical question is because it's natural for us to be critical-on others or ourselves. We have a tendency to be aware but not necessary self-aware.
People may not see themselves as sinners or self-righteous because of:
- Psychological Defense Mechanis ...
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