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Don't Give To Dogs What Is Holy
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Tim Conway

Don't Give To Dogs What Is Holy

Tim Conway · 56:42

Tim Conway teaches that Christians must exercise discerning judgment to protect the holiness of the gospel, recognizing that some people, likened to dogs and pigs, will reject and even attack the truth.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of discernment in sharing the Gospel, highlighting the need to recognize when to stop sharing the message with those who reject it, comparing them to 'dogs' and 'pigs' who trample on pearls. It stresses the value of the Gospel as the most precious message that delivers souls from eternal destruction, urging listeners to prioritize the honor of Christ over personal relationships and to pray for God to change hearts. The speaker warns against rejecting the Gospel, emphasizing the finality of such a decision and the urgency of repentance before judgment day.

Sermon Outline

  1. I
    • Introduction to animal metaphors in Scripture
    • Understanding the significance of dogs and pigs in biblical language
    • The importance of recognizing spiritual traits in people
  2. II
    • The command not to give what is holy to dogs or pearls to pigs
    • The meaning of pearls as the gospel and salvation
    • Why some reject and attack the gospel
  3. III
    • The balance between judging and discernment
    • Distinguishing hypocritical judgment from righteous judgment
    • The necessity of spiritual discernment in the church
  4. IV
    • Identifying who the dogs and pigs represent
    • When to withhold the gospel message
    • The call to be faithful to truth despite offense

Key Quotes

“Do not give dogs what is holy, and do not throw your pearls before pigs, lest they trample them underfoot and turn to attack you.” — Tim Conway
“Brethren, you need to cling to the good. You need to hate the bad.” — Tim Conway
“Jesus expects us to be able to recognize who these people are and to distinguish them.” — Tim Conway

Application Points

  • Practice spiritual discernment by evaluating who is receptive to the gospel and who is not.
  • Avoid hypocritical judgment by addressing your own faults before judging others.
  • Be bold in proclaiming the truth even if it offends, while knowing when to withhold the message.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'Do not give dogs what is holy' mean?
It means Christians should exercise discernment and not share the sacred truths of the gospel with those who will reject or profane them.
Are all lost people considered dogs and pigs?
No, the sermon clarifies that not all lost people are dogs and pigs; some, like tax collectors and prostitutes, are welcomed into the kingdom.
Does this teaching contradict the Great Commission?
No, it emphasizes wise discernment in sharing the gospel but does not forbid evangelism to all lost people.
What kind of judgment is forbidden?
Hypocritical judgment—judging others while ignoring one's own faults—is forbidden, but righteous and discerning judgment is required.
Why is spiritual discernment important?
Because it helps protect the church from false teaching and preserves the holiness of the gospel message.

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