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Conviction and Repentance, Avoiding Complacency

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Navi Babu delivers a sermon on how retreats should lead to conviction and repentance, using the story of David’s sin with Bathsheba as a cautionary example. He emphasizes the progression of sin, the dangers of complacency, and the need for self-examination and accountability in the Christian life.

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  • [00:00] Opens with a prayer, acknowledging God’s grace and the privilege of being called His children and friends.
  • [00:45] Introduces the fourth point from Brother Andrew’s message: retreats should lead to conviction and repentance.
  • [01:15] Shares a humorous analogy about roosters to illustrate how favor can lead to pride and conflict, paralleling David’s fall.
  • [03:36] Examines David’s sin in 2 Samuel 11:1-5, highlighting his neglect of duty, idleness, lust, adultery, and murder.
  • [05:31] Asks how a man after God’s heart (David) could sin so grievously, warning that all believers are susceptible.
  • [06:48] Explains the cycle of sin (James 1:14-15): evil desire → conception → birth of sin → death.
  • [07:04] Urges believers to “stay elect” by growing in Christ (2 Peter 1:3-8), avoiding backsliding.
  • [12:12] Warns against complacency, using personal examples (e.g., neglecting prayer for screen time).
  • [16:16] Presents Ephesians 5:11-21 as a remedy: expose sin to light, use time wisely, submit to one another, and be Spirit-filled.
  • [23:59] Cites Hebrews 10:22-25: draw near to God, hold fast to faith, stir up love, and meet regularly.
  • [33:02] Closes with warnings from Romans 14:10-12 and 2 Corinthians 5:10: all will give account to God.
  • [41:00] Shares a final chicken story: straying from God’s protection invites danger, urging believers to stay within His boundaries.
    • Scripture References
    • 2 Samuel 11:1-5
    • James 1:14-15
    • 2 Peter 1:3-8
    • Ephesians 5:11-21
    • Hebrews 10:22-25
    • Romans 14:10-12
    • 2 Corinthians 5:10

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