Matthew 15:10-11..Ready

Matthew 15:10-11..Ready

15:10 Jesus called the crowd to him  (Possibly the crowds had backed-off out of revere for the religious leaders authority.-(New) Among the crowds were some Pharisees-(V. 12) and said, “Listen and understand. (What Jesus is about to say is going to be a difficult teaching and hard accept, Even Peter had a hard time dealing with this–Acts 10:9-23 (New) 11 What goes into a man’s mouth does not make him ‘unclean’, (unholy, profane) but what comes out of his mouth, (that is what makes him ‘unclean’.” (For Complete Expository See Book)

Extended Sermons 

“Teaches how Sin is not a surface behavioral problem, but a deeper underlining problem of the heart..” → Have you heard the saying; “The heart of the human problem, is the problem of the human heart.”  Sin is not just dealt with on the surface, it’s dealt with by going to the root of the problem. Dealing with Sin at the surface is like removing weeds at the surface without removing them at the root. Trying to take care of Sin at the surface level Is like saying “If I stop going to the bar, I won’t drink anymore.” It’s like saying “If I stop going to the Casinos. I won’t gamble anymore.” It’s like saying “If I stop going to the Strip clubs, I won’t lust anymore.” It’s like saying “If I stop driving by the Dealers house, I wont’ do drugs anymore” Though all of these are important and should be practiced. But in the end it’s  really a heart problem that needs to be addressed. The difference between what appears on the surface and what is hidden beneath is often the difference between appearance and reality. Surface-level observations reveals only the most obvious characteristics, while what lies beneath represents the true nature of a deeper truth of what’s really going on. Sometimes, we look at religion and think the greatest struggles lie on the surface—habits, patterns, or moments of weakness. But the truth is, our deepest challenges often begin in the quiet chambers of the heart. We often worry just about the surface things people can see. So we keep up the appearance of going to church, watching our language, paying attention what we listen too. While there’s this whole deeper issues underneath. True transformation starts not just with outward change but with an awakening within, where honesty about Sin takes root. Sin, at its core, is often a manifestation of deeper issues within a person’s heart and beliefs. To truly deal with sin, it’s not enough to simply address the outward actions. Instead, it’s crucial to Identify the root causes as well. 

“Teaches sin is not an outside-in issue, but a inside-out issue.” → Sin is not something that happens to you. Sin is not something out there that affects you. We think just keep the bad stuff away. As long as we don’t watch those bad movies,; As long as we don’t listen to that wrong music. As longs as we don’t go to those bad websites. As long as you don’t hang out with the wrong type of people. Then were O.K. and nothing can harm us.

“Even today, were called to look beyond the surface and address the deeper issues within. We think the biggest problem is what’s in front of us, what we can see, when the real issue is deeper” → True change requires addressing the root issues within oneself, not just modifying surface behaviors. Simply avoiding outward acts of sin isn’t enough, one must actively work to change their internal attitudes and desires. The struggle against sin is a battle that begins in the heart. This is why merely addressing the external symptoms of sin, such as changing our environment. avoiding certain triggers, getting content filters, having an accountability partner, etc. are insufficient.  While all of these things are helpful tools for those who struggle with certain temptations, but they are insufficient as the solution. None of theses things address the root cause or struggles behind the Temptation. After all No filter is foolproof, individuals determined to access prohibited content can often find ways to circumvent them. We cannot overcome Lust by only avoiding it. Besides that deterrents can lead to a sense of complacency, making individuals believe they are Safe from Temptation. That’s why a True victory over struggles with sin and temptation often involves a renewal of the heart, mind, spiritual growth, and a strong relationship with God.–(Rom. 2:12, 8:5-7, Eph. 4:23-24) The motivation against sin should stem from the Grace received through Christ’s sacrifice. Nor is it just as simple as running a real fast inventory over whether you’ve committed any major sins in the last few days or the last few weeks, or whether you’ve failed to do a few things you should have done. It’s coming to grips of what’s on the inside.

“Jesus is not saying don’t get so hung-up about sin, or don’t be so hard on yourself, that its only what’s inside the heart that counts. But rather He’s refining where real defilement comes from.”⇒ If not careful we can take this verse in the wrong way. “Oh. Jesus says that there’s nothing that goes in me that can defile me. So, I guess it doesn’t matter if I take drugs, get drunk, overeat, look at pornography. I guess it doesn’t matter if I watch that movie or listen to that ungodly entertainment. After all what goes in me  can’t defile me. Therefore I’m no more a sinner if I do it or don’t do it. Jesus isn’t letting us off the hook. Jesus isn’t saying little sins don’t matter to God. We can’t say thank you Jesus that you don’t want us to feel so bad or guilty anymore. No, what Jesus is clearly speaking about is food that enters your body. He’s not talking about things that enter your brain to get you high or drunk. Or things that enter your mind to stimulate sinful desires.

Additional Notes & Applications

Teaches who you are and what you are will eventually come out your mouth. You can’t pretend for ever eventually its going to come out.

Teaches how we don’t need more church, religion, or hand washing. What we need is more of our hearts washed and cleansed by the blood of Jesus Christ!

Teaches the importance of taking Jesus’ words in that it changes the way we think , grow, and understand. Compare what Jesus says to what the world says and what religion says.

Displays how any revelation Jesus shares with us is entirely an act of grace. (The Lord is under no obligation to reveal anything to anyone.)

HOW TO WIN THE SIN WITHIN..

• Cultivate a deeper relationship with God through Prayer & Worship.

• Stay Reading & Meditating on God’s Word, Speak out Bible Verses in the moment

• Stay Active in Church, Fellowship with other believers

• Run immediately to God in Confessing and Repenting of the Sin

• Develop Strategies and Measures to Avoid, Resist, and Combat Sin & Temptation

• Proclaim the Gospel and all that Christ has Suffered for you

• Embrace the Mercies & Promises of God to Forgive sin

• Be Open & Honest about your sin, Take Ownership, Don’t shift the blame

• See the Consequences, Damages, and Ugliness of Sin

• Remember the Shame, Guilt, and Regret when the Sin is over

• Remember the symbol of Baptism as dying to your old life and raising to a new life

• Walk in Cooperation of the Holy Spirit, not your own strength

• See the Benefits & Blessing that come in Turning away from Sin

• Keep short accounts of sin, know your a work in progress, God is not done with you

• Seek Accountability Partners who will Encourage and hold you accountable for sin