Passion for Christ
Passion for Christ4
The Queen of Sheba
By Phil Beach Jr.1931:361KI 10:1PSA 37:4MAT 6:33MAT 12:42MRK 1:28LUK 11:31PHP 3:8COL 3:2HEB 12:1JAS 4:8Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of recognizing the greatness of Jesus Christ compared to the Queen of Sheba's admiration for King Solomon. He challenges the congregation to reflect on their own passion and commitment to Christ, urging them to let go of worldly distractions and infatuations. Beach highlights that the Queen of Sheba traveled great distances and made sacrifices to seek wisdom from Solomon, questioning whether believers today exhibit a similar fervor for the greater wisdom found in Jesus. He warns against the dangers of becoming numb to the presence of God and encourages a return to a singular devotion to Christ. Ultimately, he calls for a heart transformation that prioritizes the fame of Jesus above all else.
Luke 24:32
By Chuck Smith0PSA 119:105ISA 40:31JER 29:13MAT 7:7LUK 24:32JHN 5:39ACT 17:11ROM 15:132TI 3:16HEB 4:12Chuck Smith emphasizes the urgent need for believers to have burning hearts filled with enthusiasm for Christ, contrasting this with the current state of the church, which often relies on gimmicks and lacks true passion. He reflects on the two men on the road to Emmaus, who, despite their love for Jesus, were defeated by their lack of understanding and hope. Jesus came to rekindle their fire by teaching them the Scriptures, demonstrating that true enthusiasm comes from a deep engagement with God's Word. Smith challenges listeners to examine their own hearts and seek a renewed passion for the Lord through personal study of the Bible. The sermon calls for a return to the fervor and hope that comes from a vibrant relationship with Jesus.
The Road to Emmaus
By Robert Constable1.1K39:29LUK 24:13Robert Constable reflects on the story of the Road to Emmaus, emphasizing the need for burning hearts among believers. He highlights the disciples' despair and loss of passion after Jesus' crucifixion, noting that while they remembered His deeds, their enthusiasm had waned. Constable urges the church to rekindle its fervor for Christ, reminding that true passion comes from listening to Jesus and understanding His message. He encourages believers to seek a deeper connection with Christ, which can reignite their faith and enthusiasm for service. The sermon calls for a revival of passion in the church, akin to the disciples' hearts burning as Jesus spoke to them.
Luke 24:13
By Chuck Smith0LUK 24:13Chuck Smith emphasizes the need for passion in the Church, using the story of two disciples on the road to Emmaus who, despite their love and belief in Jesus, had lost their hope and passion after His crucifixion. He illustrates how Jesus engaged with them, reigniting their hearts by interpreting the Scriptures and revealing Himself through familiar teachings. The disciples' hearts burned as they listened to Jesus, highlighting the importance of listening to Him to rekindle our faith. Smith draws parallels between the disciples' experience and the current state of the Church, urging believers to seek a deeper connection with Christ.