======================================================================== MATTHEW 15:14 by Chuck Smith ======================================================================== Summary: The sermon emphasizes the importance of following God's guidance and precepts, rather than being led by false precepts, prophets, lusts, or Satan's lies. Topics: "Guidance", "Misleading Influences" Scripture References: Genesis 3:4-5, Judges 16:21, 1 Kings 13:18, Psalm 119:105, Proverbs 3:6 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Chuck Smith discusses the theme of misguided men, emphasizing how many are led astray by false precepts, false prophets, their own lusts, and the lies of Satan. He illustrates these points with biblical examples, such as the lying prophet in I Kings 13 and Samson's downfall. In contrast, he highlights the importance of being guided by God's word and acknowledging Him in all our ways, suggesting that true guidance comes from a faithful relationship with God. The sermon serves as a reminder of the dangers of following misleading paths and the necessity of divine guidance. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CONTENT ------------------------------------------------------------------------ GUIDED MISSALS AND MISGUIDED MEN I. MISGUIDED MEN. A. Some guided by false precepts. 1. "Do the best you can." 2. "As long as you are sincere." (Gaha 21.. a. Christ death in vain. B. Some guided by false prophets. 1. I Kings 13 - Lying prophet. a. "The Lord told me to tell you." C. Some guided by own lusts. 1. Samson. D. Some guided by Satan's lies. 1. "It won't hurt you." 2. Eve. II. GUIDED MISSALS (Jonah.. A. "In all thy ways acknowledge Him." B. "The word of God a faithful guide." David's stone Judges 9:53 Abimelech Jonah ======================================================================== Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/chuck-smith/matthew-1514/ ========================================================================