Central Baptist Church Center, Texas

*A faith that cannot be tested cannot be trusted. People despise the Word of God because . . . I. It exposes their sin. John 3:19-20; Acts 7:7 *Sermons should be for enlightenment not enjoyment. People hate preaching against: A. Drinking alcoholic beverages B. Dancing - ballroom, bar, or civic center C. Gambling D. Astrology - occult, tattoos E. Immorality - shacking up, adultery F. Worldly clothes G. Long hair on men H. Bible perversions - NIV, ASV, NKJV I. Gossip, criticism, complaining J. Causing division K. Questionable things L. Faithfulness, tithing, etc. 2 Timothy 4:2-3 II. It enlightens the saints. John 3:21 A. It is the light of salvation. Acts 16 B. It is the light of separation. Ephesians 5:8 C. It is the light of service. Acts 9:6 III. It exalts the Savior. John 12:32 What is your response to preaching? 1. Accept 2. Attack 3. Ignore