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Things In Which There Is No Hope

Things In Which There Is No Hope. Things In Which There Is No Hope. The prophets of Baal lived in a fantasy world 1 Kgs. 18:20-40 Simple challenge Elijah’s prayer was heard – God is real Prophets of Baal not heard – No Baal Elijah’s prayer offered in hope

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Things In Which There Is No Hope

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  1. Things In Which There Is No Hope

  2. Things In Which There Is No Hope • The prophets of Baal lived in a fantasy world • 1 Kgs. 18:20-40 • Simple challenge • Elijah’s prayer was heard – God is real • Prophets of Baal not heard – No Baal • Elijah’s prayer offered in hope • Prayer to Baal offered in false hope

  3. Things In Which There Is No Hope • We need to live in reality, not fantasy • God is, Gen. 1:1 • His word is truth, Jn. 17:17 • There is hope in God, Psa. 131:3

  4. Things In Which There Is No Hope Humanism False Religion

  5. Things In Which There Is No Hope Humanism • Humanism places man as the arbiter of life • “…considers humans to be of primary importance” (wikipedia.com)

  6. Things In Which There Is No Hope Humanism • Humanism places man as the arbiter of life • “…a progressive philosophy of life that, without theism and other supernatural beliefs, affirms our ability and responsibility to lead ethical lives of personal fulfillment that aspire to the greater good of humanity” (americanhumanist.org)

  7. Things In Which There Is No Hope Humanism • Humanism places man as the arbiter of life • “As nontheists, we geing with humans not God, nature not deity” • (Humanist Manifesto II) The fool has said in his heart, “There is no God.” Psa. 53:1

  8. Things In Which There Is No Hope Humanism • A corrupt system of morals & ethics • “Humanists demand a shared life • in a shared world” • (Humanist Manifesto I) • Gen. 11:1-9

  9. Things In Which There Is No Hope Humanism • A corrupt system of morals & ethics • “The right to birth control, abortion, and divorce should be recognized… • …individuals should be permitted to express their sexual proclivities and pursue their lifestyles as they desire” • (Humanist Manifesto II) • Rom. 1:18-32

  10. Things In Which There Is No Hope Humanism • A corrupt system of morals & ethics • Entertainment industry • Education system • Government: laws & policies

  11. Things In Which There Is No Hope Humanism • Is a dismal failure that destroys hope • Leads to paganism • Devalues human life • 1960-2008 Crime rate increase 350% • 1973-2009 over 50 million abortions • Promotes worldliness, 1 Jn. 2:15-17 You Live, You Die You Cease To Exist

  12. Things In Which There Is No Hope False Religions • Islam offers a false plan of salvation • Believe in Allah & Mohammed • Good deeds outweigh bad deeds • Die as a martyr • No Savior • No sins removed

  13. Things In Which There Is No Hope False Religions • Judaism offers a false plan of salvation • Hope for earthly kingdom • Good deeds merit God’s favor • No Savior to take away sins

  14. Things In Which There Is No Hope False Religions • Denominationalism offers false hope • Based on a perverted gospel, Gal. 1:6-9 • Lip service to the Lord, Mt. 15:7-9 • Belief without obedience, Mt. 7:21-23 • Faith-alone salvation, Jas. 2:24-26

  15. Things In Which There Is No Hope False Religions • Jesus & His plan are the only hope • Judaism accepts the Old Testament • Suffering servant, Isa. 53 • Kingdom in 1st century, Dan. 2:44, 45 • The Prophet, Acts 3:19-23

  16. Things In Which There Is No Hope False Religions • Jesus & His plan are the only hope • Islam accepts the gospel accounts • Jesus is Immanuel, Mt. 1:23 • Jesus is the way, truth, life, Jn. 14:6 • Jesus is the Lamb of God, Jn. 1:29

  17. Things In Which There Is No Hope False Religions • Jesus & His plan are the only hope • Salvation according to Christ • Baptism in name of Father, Son, • & Holy Spirit, Mt. 28:19, 20 • Belief & baptism, Mk. 16:15, 16 • Repentance, Lk. 24:46, 47

  18. Things In Which There Is No Hope • We need to live in reality, not fantasy • God is, Gen. 1:1 • His word is truth, Jn. 17:17 • There is hope in God, Psa. 131:3

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