The World and Paul Were Well Agreed
Paul's relationship with the world is one of mutual disdain, where he is dead to the world and the world is dead to him.
Thomas Brooks emphasizes the mutual rejection between Paul and the world, illustrating how Paul, through his faith in Christ, became indifferent to worldly values and pursuits. He highlights that Paul's boast was solely in the cross of Jesus, which led to a profound separation from worldly desires. This mutual disdain signifies a deep commitment to spiritual truths over earthly attachments, showcasing the transformative power of the cross in a believer's life.
Text
"May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord
Jesus Christ, through which the world has been
crucified to me, and I to the world." Gal. 6:14
Paul scorned, despised, and rejected the world--and
the world scorned, despised, and rejected him.
Paul cast off the world--and the world cast off him.
He disregarded the world--and the world disregarded him.
He was dead to the world--and the world was dead to him.
The world and Paul were well agreed: the world cared
not a pin for Paul--and Paul cared not a straw for the world.
Sermon Outline
- Paul's Relationship with the World
- The World and Paul Were Well Agreed
- Paul was dead to the world
- The world was dead to Paul
Key Quotes
“May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.” — Thomas Brooks
“The world and Paul were well agreed: the world cared not a pin for Paul--and Paul cared not a straw for the world.” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- You should prioritize your relationship with God and disregard worldly desires and opinions.
- You can apply this by striving to have a mindset that is not controlled by worldly desires and values.
- Boasting in the cross of Christ is essential for a healthy relationship with God and the world.