Sermon Title: “The Horse or The Rider”
August 23, 2020
The Rational Rider & The Emotional Horse
Matthew 22:36-40
Proverbs 29:11
Proverbs 4:23
Ephesians 4:26-27
1. Our emotions are gifts, not curses
2. Our emotions are gauges, not guides
Praus = Well Trained Horse
Matthew 5:5 (NIV)
Need to Work on the Emotional Part of Your Faith:
1. I’m aware of what needs to happen in my faith, but have yet to do it.
2. I am numb to the needs & concerns of those around me.
3. I praise, yell, scream, shout at the TV or other events; just not at Church.
4. The idea of evangelism is of no interest to me.
5. I have trouble praying.
Need to Work on the Logical Part of Your Faith:
1. When truth contradicts what I previously believed it makes me angry; or if someone has a different opinion thane it change show I feel about them.
2. My beliefs on what is right perfectly align with my political party.
3. My self-worth is heavily influenced by what people think about me.
4. Every idea, book, or TED Talk changed my life.
5. I have no appetite for scripture.
Links:
http://www.anaturewalkwithgod.com/posts/2017/11/22/meek-like-a-horse
https://exploringyourmind.com/rational-rider-emotional-horse-balance
https://www.crossway.org/articles/how-to-embrace-your-emotions-without-being-ruled-by-them
Questions for Reflection:
Which do you think you lean more heavily towards – the horse or the rider?
What would it look like for you to know God?
What would it look like for you to love God?
What can you do this week to cultivate your horse or your rider?
Not in a Group? Sign Up!
LIFE IS NOT MEANT TO BE LIVED ALONE. YOU WERE CREATED TO EXPERIENCE LIFE WITH OTHER PEOPLE.