Notes: August 28, 2009

Spirituality

Jesus, who came from heaven, teaches some basic principles of the spirit life. If he had not revealed these things, we would not have known.

Matthew 12:22-37; Mark 3:19-30

  • A divided kingdom, city or house cannot stand (v. 25). Seventeen centuries later American colonists acknowledged this with their motto “United We Stand.”
  • Satan will not empower one to cast out demons (v. 26).
  • Casting out demons is evidence of the kingdom of God at work (v. 28).
  • One is either with Jesus or against him. There is no neutrality (v. 30).
  • Blasphemy against the Spirit of God is unforgiveable (v. 31-32).
  • Speech is an indicator of character (v. 35).
  • We are accountable for EVERY word we speak (v. 36).
  • Our words shall be entered in evidence on judgment day (v. 37).

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