Having No Self Will (Clip)
Brian Guerin emphasizes that true obedience to God's will requires surrendering all self-will and rights, following Jesus' example of complete submission and humility.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering our self-will to do the will of God, following the example of Jesus who gave up all rights and submitted completely to the Father's will. It highlights the need to align our actions with what we see the Father doing, seeking guidance from the Bible to find our true purpose and joy in serving God amidst increasing darkness and deception in the world.
Full Transcript
So how do you do the will of God? Have no self-will. That's Bible. Nobody likes it, but I should have some rights, huh? No, Jesus had no rights.
He gave them all up, none. He had zero say-so. The God of all creation, once he hit the globe, had zero say-so, not one.
But the Bible says he literally did everything. Only what he saw the Father doing. We need to start running back to the Bible way and find our happy place there.
There's something, especially in this last hour, because darkness is just increasing, deception's increasing. In this disorderly nonsense, this super insubmissive, it's everybody needs a say-so, and everybody's opinion matters. No, your opinion does not matter.
And everybody's just this whole equal rights. No, there are no equal rights in the kingdom. You have no rights.
I'm constantly, Lord, how do I not have any more? I don't want any more rights, because flesh tells you you need something. Jesus is looking to empty himself. That's what Philippians 2 is.
I love this. His full assignment was to baptize, to kick the whole thing off, which is death, and hang on a tree to settle it all, which was death. That's it.
His whole goal, the joy set before him, cross.
Sermon Outline
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I. Understanding No Self-Will
- Jesus had no rights and gave them all up
- Complete surrender is biblical
- God’s will is done through obedience
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II. The Example of Jesus
- Jesus had zero say-so on earth
- He only did what He saw the Father doing
- His mission was to die on the cross
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III. The Current Spiritual Climate
- Darkness and deception are increasing
- People demand their own rights and opinions
- Kingdom of God requires submission, not equality of rights
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IV. Practical Application
- Embrace emptiness of self for Christ
- Seek joy in the cross
- Run back to the Bible for guidance
Key Quotes
“So how do you do the will of God? Have no self-will.” — Brian Guerin
“Jesus had no rights. He gave them all up, none.” — Brian Guerin
“Your opinion does not matter. There are no equal rights in the kingdom.” — Brian Guerin
Application Points
- Surrender your personal desires and rights to align fully with God's will.
- Reject the cultural demand for equal rights in favor of kingdom submission.
- Find joy and purpose by following Jesus' example of humility and obedience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have no self-will?
It means surrendering personal desires and rights to fully obey and follow God's will as Jesus did.
Why does Brian say there are no equal rights in the kingdom?
Because the kingdom of God operates on submission to God's authority rather than personal opinions or rights.
How does Jesus serve as an example for us?
Jesus demonstrated complete humility and obedience by doing only what the Father directed and sacrificing Himself on the cross.
What is the significance of Philippians 2 in this sermon?
Philippians 2 highlights Jesus' humility and self-emptying, which is the model for believers to follow.
How can believers apply this teaching today?
By surrendering their own will, rejecting fleshly desires, and seeking joy in following Christ’s example of obedience.