Reprobate
The term "reprobate" in the Bible generally refers to someone who is rejected or deemed unworthy of salvation due to their persistent sinfulness or moral corruption. The term is often associated with the idea of being abandoned by God, particularly in the context of judgment. In Romans 1:28, for example, the Apostle Paul discusses how God gives over those who reject Him to a "reprobate mind," allowing them to pursue their sinful desires without restraint. This signifies a state where one has crossed a line, resulting in a hardened heart that is unable to discern right from wrong.The Hebrew term translated as "reprobate" in some versions of the Bible is "מַשְׁחִית" (mashchith), which can mean "destroyer" or "corrupt" (Jeremiah 6:30). Similarly, in the New Testament, the Greek word "ἀδόκιμος" (adokimos) is used to describe those who are disqualified or rejected (1 Corinthians 9:27; 2 Timothy 3:8). In essence, the biblical concept of reprobation serves as a warning against persistent unbelief and moral failure, highlighting the seriousness of turning away from God's truth and the resulting consequences.
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Reprobates and Trembling Nations
By Carter Conlon5.7K40:12ROM 1:15Carter Conlon delivers a powerful sermon on 'Reprobates and Trembling Nations,' emphasizing the consequences of turning away from God and the darkness that envelops nations that reject His truth. He warns that a society that once knew the light can fall into deeper darkness, as seen in Romans 1, where God gives people over to a reprobate mind due to their unrighteousness. Conlon calls for the church to rise up and fulfill its purpose by reaching out to the needy and living out the principles of Christ, rather than succumbing to pride and idleness. He urges believers to embrace the true gospel and to be active in the vineyard of God, promising that those who do will experience His light and blessings. The sermon concludes with a call to action for individuals to turn from sin and step into the light of Christ.
The Development of a Reprobate
By James Robison1.7K59:01PRO 22:6MAT 6:33ROM 1:25ROM 1:28ROM 1:32JAS 4:7The video is a sermon transcript that discusses the unnatural affection for material possessions, specifically the desire for a hall. The speaker emphasizes that this desire is not aligned with the teachings of the Bible. The sermon then shifts to a story about a man found with a liquor bottle in his car, highlighting the dangers of alcoholism. The speaker urges the audience to turn away from sinful behaviors and seek salvation through God. The sermon also touches on the topic of homosexuality, stating that it is a sin and those who defend it are on a path towards a reprobate mind.