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The sermon highlights the struggles of modern cities, much like those in biblical times, with sin, pride, and violence. Christians are called to engage in these environments by maintaining faith, showing kindness, and contributing to the community. It emphasizes God's deep sorrow over human sin, His active presence in our lives, and the hope of the future "New Jerusalem." This understanding encourages believers to walk with God daily, resist independence, and be a light in their communities, reflecting God’s love and working towards redemption.
The sermon highlights how cities in the Bible, like the one Cain built, became centers of sin, arrogance, and violence. In what ways do you see modern cities reflecting similar struggles, and how can Christians engage in these
environments while maintaining their faith and integrity? How do you see God’s grace at work in your own community or city, and in what ways can you contribute to the “redemptive, restorative presence” in your
environment?
The passage in Genesis 6 shows God regretting His creation due to human wickedness. How does the idea of God's regret, as expressed in the sermon, challenge, or encourage your
understanding of God's character and His involvement in our lives today?
The sermon emphasizes that God is not only eternal but also involved in time, responding to human events. How does this understanding of God’s active presence influence the way you view your current circumstances or
challenges?
The contrast between Cain’s descendants (seeking independence) and Seth’s line (those who “called on the name of the Lord”) is central to the sermon. What does it look like for you to "walk with God" in your daily life, and how do you resist the temptation
to seek independence from Him?
The sermon speaks of God's future plan for a redeemed city, the “New Jerusalem.” How does this future hope shape your perspective on the brokenness and challenges in today's cities? How can you live in light of this hope, practically
seeking the well-being of your city as you look toward God’s ultimate redemption?
Jesus described His followers as a "city on a hill" shining light. What practical steps can you take to reflect this call to be a light, especially in urban settings where there is diversity and complexity? How can you make your words and deeds flow
from a life lived with God?
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By Philpott ChurchThe sermon highlights the struggles of modern cities, much like those in biblical times, with sin, pride, and violence. Christians are called to engage in these environments by maintaining faith, showing kindness, and contributing to the community. It emphasizes God's deep sorrow over human sin, His active presence in our lives, and the hope of the future "New Jerusalem." This understanding encourages believers to walk with God daily, resist independence, and be a light in their communities, reflecting God’s love and working towards redemption.
The sermon highlights how cities in the Bible, like the one Cain built, became centers of sin, arrogance, and violence. In what ways do you see modern cities reflecting similar struggles, and how can Christians engage in these
environments while maintaining their faith and integrity? How do you see God’s grace at work in your own community or city, and in what ways can you contribute to the “redemptive, restorative presence” in your
environment?
The passage in Genesis 6 shows God regretting His creation due to human wickedness. How does the idea of God's regret, as expressed in the sermon, challenge, or encourage your
understanding of God's character and His involvement in our lives today?
The sermon emphasizes that God is not only eternal but also involved in time, responding to human events. How does this understanding of God’s active presence influence the way you view your current circumstances or
challenges?
The contrast between Cain’s descendants (seeking independence) and Seth’s line (those who “called on the name of the Lord”) is central to the sermon. What does it look like for you to "walk with God" in your daily life, and how do you resist the temptation
to seek independence from Him?
The sermon speaks of God's future plan for a redeemed city, the “New Jerusalem.” How does this future hope shape your perspective on the brokenness and challenges in today's cities? How can you live in light of this hope, practically
seeking the well-being of your city as you look toward God’s ultimate redemption?
Jesus described His followers as a "city on a hill" shining light. What practical steps can you take to reflect this call to be a light, especially in urban settings where there is diversity and complexity? How can you make your words and deeds flow
from a life lived with God?
Watch this message on YouTube!