Influence of Character
Influence of Character2
Wholesome or Unwholesome Living
By J.R. Miller0PRO 17:22ISA 26:3MAT 5:16JHN 15:12ROM 12:10GAL 5:22PHP 4:8COL 3:231TH 5:111JN 4:19J.R. Miller emphasizes the contrast between wholesome and unwholesome living, illustrating how wholesome individuals positively influence their surroundings with cheerfulness, love, and activity, while unwholesome individuals often succumb to negativity and morbidness. He explains that true wholesomeness encompasses not just physical health but also mental and spiritual well-being, urging believers to cultivate a heart filled with God's love and to actively engage in helping others. Miller highlights that a wholesome life is marked by generosity, forgiveness, and a focus on the good in others, ultimately reflecting Christ's love. He concludes that a life lived in accordance with God's Word is a source of inspiration and blessing to the world.
The Blessing of Simple Goodness
By J.R. Miller0PRO 11:17MAT 5:16ROM 12:21GAL 6:9EPH 2:10PHP 2:15COL 3:231TH 5:15JAS 1:221PE 2:12J.R. Miller emphasizes the profound impact of simple goodness in serving Christ, arguing that while eloquence and wealth may attract attention, it is the quiet influence of goodness that leaves a lasting impression on lives. He encourages those who feel inadequate or ungifted to recognize that even the smallest acts of kindness and a life of integrity can be a powerful ministry. Miller illustrates this through the life of an ordinary Christian woman whose humble goodness inspired her family and community over decades. He asserts that every believer can embody this simple goodness, which is essential in a world that often values showiness over sincerity. Ultimately, the sermon calls for Christians to cultivate a spirit of Christ-like goodness in their daily lives.