05 May 2019

Growth Over Process - Week 6

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Connection Church Statesboro

The sermon focuses on the Christian's journey of transformation by "putting off" an old, sinful self and "putting on" a new self through Christ. It emphasizes that merely changing behaviors is insufficient; true change requires a renewed mind and a daily commitment to righteousness. The speaker uses the analogy of old, tattered clothes versus new garments to illustrate this concept. Practical behaviors consistent with this transformation are explored, including honesty, righteous anger, diligence, wholesome speech, kindness, and sexual purity. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about a frustrating Walmart purchase to illustrate the difficulty of maintaining righteous anger. The sermon concludes by challenging listeners to pursue a deeper relationship with Christ, rather than simply striving for goodness.

Outlines

Part 1: Context, Transformation, and the Old Self

Part 2: The Process of Renewal and Learning Christ

Part 3: Relationships and Emotional Discipline

Part 4: Speech, Conduct, and Final Application

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