One of the most important specific questions I would like to develop an
informative answer to is, who is God? The reason this question is so
important is the manner in which the answer can be used in evangelism
and apologetics which tend to go hand in hand. Many believe in God but
not necessarily the same God. Therefore, the best definition possible must
be put forth in conversation with those who have questions. This definition
should be borne out of Scripture since faith comes by hearing and hearing
by the Word of God (Rom 10:17).
In order to develop this aforementioned definition of who God is, much
study of God’s Word is necessary. This study will undoubtedly strengthen
my faith as I “hear” God’s word. Therefore, I hope to increase my faith as I
study God’s Word. This posture will also bring cause another very
important thing to happen. Increased study and devotion time will ensure
my focus is on God and not the things of the world, or the high places.
This leads me to the next point which is the sermon I am developing
during this week.
I am currently working on a sermon or sermon series about “high places.”
Starting with the high places noted throughout the Old Testament, I plan
to develop the idea that many high places have made their way into our
lives and they are causing us to lose sight of the most important thing,
Jesus. These high places also cause us to make decisions which placate
the high place rather than pleasing God. 0
This study on high places is of particular interest to me since I have
experienced high places throughout my life. I believe one must
understand what hinders growth and learn how to deal with it before any
individual spiritual growth can occur. The good thing is, the very study
about high places and how the thwart a close relationship with God,
because they get in the way, causes one to realize that God must be the
high place in our life. After all, He is a jealous God (Josh 24:19). In regard
to the church, many high places have crept in as of late, especially with
the pandemic. For instance, many have allowed the news to become a
high place. This is evident in the way many are swayed to make formerly
insane decisions, such as, rushing out to take an experimental gene
therapy which is not proven effective or safe. I believe, the only way this
was made possible was the endless regurgitation of the same message by
the media which has become a high place. Therefore, I hope to draw
attention to the dangers involved in erecting high places or allowing them
to remain.
