Matthew 16:26……Ready

Matthew 16:26……Ready

16:26 What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world,  yet forfeits his soul? (very self.-{Luke 9:25} Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul? (For Complete Expository See Book)

Extended Sermons

“Teaches how the Salvation of the soul is worth more than anything this world can offer.” ⇒ It’s to high of a price to pay for what you get in return, so don’t risk it.

“Calls for a deeper contemplation of eternity and why were  here, than just for money, pleasure, and material things.” ⇒ Don’t fall the preferred cultural narrative that is limited to what you can see. It’s easy for us to get caught up in the here and now. What we can see, what’s in front us right here and right now. But in light of eternity it is fleeting like a vapor in the wind. Like the saying goes “Here today and gone tomorrow.” Therefore nothing on this earth, no amount of money, no achievement, no accomplishment that s worth losing your soul and Salvation over.

“Warns the folly of trading in a short time of sinful pleasures and fun in this life now for a life of eternity in hell later!” ⇒  Sexual sins are the big fulfillment in our culture today. So you commit your sexual immorality, whatever it is (pornography, fornication, adultery, homosexuality, or whatever physical desire you want) and receive your minutes of pleasure. Then what? It did not last. The feeling is gone and joy is gone and all you have is a memory. You are trading eternal pleasure, joy, and satisfaction for a few minutes. Why would you throw your life away on the fleeting pleasures of sin? Sin does not last and does not satisfy.

“Jesus is not against setting goals, earning a degree, or striving for a better future. He knows the value of goals and personal growth. But rather of making temporary things the ultimate thing in life.” ⇒ Jesus’ concern arises when temporary pursuits and accomplishments are elevated above all else in life—when they become the ultimate focus. Jesus calls us to reflect on what truly matters, reminding us that while goals and ambitions have their place, they must not overshadow the pursuit of eternal priorities. Instead of making temporary things the central purpose, He urges us to seek fulfillment in deeper, lasting values.

Additional Notes & Applications

Teaches how life in Jesus is the only life worth living.

Warns if were unwilling to give up everything for Jesus in this life. we risk losing everything of real value.

THE VALUE & IMPORTANCE OF THE SOUL

• The Soul is the inner spiritual part of man, making up one’s identity, personality, emotions, thinking, desires, will, and memories

• The Soul comes from God and is breathed into you by God

• The Soul is immortal, eternal, and will lasts forever

• The Soul lives on independent of the body

• The Soul is eternally Lost because of sin, unless Saved by God

• The Soul is filled with longings & desires for God

• The Soul is the source of all your achievement

• The Soul is easily sold to the devil for wealth, succes, power, fame, and honor

• The Soul needs to be feed, nourished, and care for daily