We have started a new sermon series on Sunday called the “Battle of the Sexes.” No, it is not about how men and women are different! We already know that to be true!
This series is a look at how men and women can learn to lead, serve, and live in a way that honors God. It’s no surprise to see people changing their gender identity believing that they were miscreated or wrongly fashioned. God created us man and woman, with purpose and reason. So each week we will look into the book of Esther and discover how God created men and women to lead where they are, regardless of one’s gender, title, race, or social and economical position.
Last Sunday we began studying Esther chapter one. There are hopefully a few things we all learned, but I’d like to remind you of just one nugget of truth. God gives us clear pictures and commands for how we should live. When we choose to live differently than He commands, we will end up in a place or situation we may regret.
God shows us in Deuteronomy 17:14-20 how a king or leader should behave. Although that passage was written for kings, we see the very same commands and principals throughout the rest of the Bible. These truths are for all believers in Jesus Christ! In case you weren’t there or forgot – double check the list and read the scripture. Then ask yourself – “How am I doing in following these commands from God?” Room for improvement?
This series is a look at how men and women can learn to lead, serve, and live in a way that honors God. It’s no surprise to see people changing their gender identity believing that they were miscreated or wrongly fashioned. God created us man and woman, with purpose and reason. So each week we will look into the book of Esther and discover how God created men and women to lead where they are, regardless of one’s gender, title, race, or social and economical position.
Last Sunday we began studying Esther chapter one. There are hopefully a few things we all learned, but I’d like to remind you of just one nugget of truth. God gives us clear pictures and commands for how we should live. When we choose to live differently than He commands, we will end up in a place or situation we may regret.
God shows us in Deuteronomy 17:14-20 how a king or leader should behave. Although that passage was written for kings, we see the very same commands and principals throughout the rest of the Bible. These truths are for all believers in Jesus Christ! In case you weren’t there or forgot – double check the list and read the scripture. Then ask yourself – “How am I doing in following these commands from God?” Room for improvement?
- One wife/husband
- Stay away from past sins and temptations (Don’t return to Egypt)
- Focus should not be on wealth, but God
- Your own copy of God’s Word, which you daily read
- Humble attitude
There is a way in which we should live and honor God. But if we sit on the throne of our lives and demand for our own good, our own pleasure, and selfishly seek our way, we will hurt those we love. Be careful of pride, be careful of power or things that could cause us to make ungodly decisions.
God bless you as you faithfully and prayerfully serve Him.
Pastor Rex