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Suicidal Empathy is the misguided extreme concept of empathy that leads to the destruction of a society.

What Happens When the New Wears Off? Luke 10:1, 17-20 The seventy came back rejoicing. They had gone out two by two. They had preached, served, witnessed, healed, and watched the power of God work in front of their eyes. They had seen things most of us have only read about. They came back with the kind of excitement that fills a man when he knows God has used him. They said, "Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through thy name." That was not a small thing. That was not a light report. But Jesus stepped into their joy and lifted it higher. He said, "Notwithstanding in this rejoice not... but rather rejoice, because your names are written in heaven." The Lord was not saying, "Do not rejoice at all." He was saying, "Do not make this your deepest joy. That brings us to the question of the hour: What happens when the new wears off? Have you recently decided to follow Jesus? Take your next step with Jesus: https://cbcgb.co.uk ⛪ ABOUT CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCHES: We believe that our Calvary Baptist Churches are a movement for all people to know God, Reaching Others, Building Lives, Honouring God and Make a Difference. 🤝 Support this ministry and help us reach more people with the Gospel: https://cbcgb.co.uk/give/ STAY CONNECTED: 🌐 Website: https://cbcgb.co.uk/ 🌐 Website: https://bjstagner.com 👍 Facebook: / Calvary Baptist Church-Cynon Valley 👍 Facebook: / Cardiff-Calvary Baptist Church 📸 Instagram: / @cibc_cynonvalley 📸 Instagram: / @calvary_cardiff 🎥 YouTube: / @calvarybaptistchurchesofGB

The sermon explores the biblical metaphor of believers as 'children of light' and 'little lights' in a dark world, drawing from Ephesians 5. It outlines three essential steps for Christian conduct: acknowledging one's past condition of spiritual darkness to maintain humility, aiming for the present reality of union with Christ which naturally produces goodness and righteousness, and continuously testing all actions against the Word of God to determine what is acceptable to Him. The preacher emphasizes that Christians are secondary sources of light, reflecting Christ rather than generating their own, and warns against pride or artificial religiosity. Ultimately, the message calls for a life of progressive illumination through Scripture, enabling believers to navigate moral complexity and stand distinct from worldly darkness.

The sermon addresses the epistle of First John, focusing on refuting Gnostic false teachings that denied the humanity of Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of walking in the light and maintaining fellowship with God through obedience and separation from the world. Key theological points include the reality of sin in believers' lives and the assurance of eternal life for those who believe in the Son. The message clarifies that while the new nature cannot sin, the old flesh remains, requiring a continual walk in the Spirit. Ultimately, the text provides clear evidence for salvation, assuring believers they can know they have eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ.

Theme: Only those keeping the rule of the kingdom of light are residents of it and should be reassured as such. 1. The Rule (2:7-8) 2. The Residents (2:9-11) 3. A Reassurance (2:12-14)

The sermon explores the theological significance of the fourth day of creation, emphasizing that God's focus on the sun and moon reveals His intimate concern for humanity rather than mere astronomical magnitude. It contrasts the Christian worldview with pagan perspectives by affirming that the earth is the thematic center of God's attention, where celestial bodies serve as governing signs, markers of time, and sources of light. The preacher argues against evolutionary timelines and distant starlight objections to uphold a literal creation account that demonstrates God's sovereignty over natural laws. By highlighting the stability of these cosmic cycles, the message assures believers of God's faithful provision and personal care for every individual. Ultimately, the heavens declare God's glory while simultaneously inviting humans to recognize their unique value as objects of His direct attention.