This Is Not a Game
Jason Bellard emphasizes that true faith is about a genuine relationship with God, not mere church activities or appearances.
This sermon emphasizes that true religion, repentance, deliverance, salvation, holiness, conviction, righteousness, and the true church are not about outward displays or church activities, but about genuine heart transformation, humility, and a deep relationship with God. It challenges believers to prioritize sharing the gospel, pointing the lost to eternity, and making time for God above all else.
Full Transcript
True religion isn't in your church positions, it is not in superstitions, but church activities. True repentance is an act of brokenness from the grief of your regrets of a life that's now deceased. True deliverance is not a road you walk alone, but with my spirit says the Lord as you walk away from sin.
True salvation is not displayed in how you're treated, it's not in prayers that you've repeated time and time again, because this is not a game and this is not a chance to see the spotlight, it's not about a church that seats a thousand, or a choir that sings on key, it's about the kingdom. And when will you make time to share my gospel, make time to point the lost to a brighter day in eternity, and make time for me? When will you make time for me? True holiness is a goal you cannot reach if you ignore humility. On this road you walk each day.
True conviction is not in these mortal words, but by my spirit says the Lord as I draw your heart my way. True righteousness has found my faith in me alone, you can't attain it on your own, and once attained it bears much fruit. The true church is a church that seeks to serve me with a zeal to give me glory.
Does this church consist of you? Because this is not a game and this is not a chance to see the spotlight, it's not about a church that seats a thousand, or a choir that sings on key, it's about the kingdom. And when will you make time to share my gospel, make time to point the lost to a brighter day in eternity, oh, and this is not a game and this is not a chance to see the spotlight, it's not about a church that seats a thousand, or a choir that sings on key, it's about the kingdom. And when will you make time to share my gospel, make time to point the lost to a brighter day in eternity, and make time for me.
When will you make time for me?
Sermon Outline
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- True religion vs. church activities
- Importance of brokenness in repentance
- Deliverance through the Spirit
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- Understanding true salvation
- The significance of the kingdom
- Making time for the gospel
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- The role of humility in holiness
- Conviction through the Spirit
- Righteousness through faith
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- Characteristics of the true church
- Serving with zeal for God's glory
- Personal reflection on church membership
Key Quotes
“This is not a game and this is not a chance to see the spotlight.” — Jason Bellard
“True holiness is a goal you cannot reach if you ignore humility.” — Jason Bellard
“The true church is a church that seeks to serve me with a zeal to give me glory.” — Jason Bellard
Application Points
- Reflect on your personal relationship with God and prioritize it over church activities.
- Practice humility in your spiritual journey to grow in holiness.
- Commit to sharing the gospel actively and making time for God in your daily life.