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Full of Empty Religion

Mar 16, 2014Dr. John King, Senior PastorConfronting Empty ReligionBelieve & Have Life (Book of John)

This message addresses the issues of spiritual ignorance and apathy within the church, as exemplified by Jesus' cleansing of the temple. The speaker emphasizes three groups of people Jesus encountered: the profane, the skeptics, and the false professors, each representing different forms of empty religion. The profane are those indifferent to spiritual matters, the skeptics demand proof of faith, and the false professors superficially believe without genuine understanding. The message calls for self-reflection on whether individuals fall into these categories and emphasizes the importance of a true relationship with Jesus over mere religious practice.

John 2:14Malachi 3:1Psalm 69:91 Corinthians 6:19Hebrews 12:16James 2:19

Reflection Questions

In what ways might you be spiritually indifferent or apathetic in your own life?

Do you find yourself seeking proof or signs from God rather than trusting in His Word?

Have you ever considered if your faith in Jesus is genuine or merely superficial?

What steps can you take to deepen your relationship with Christ and move beyond empty religion?