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Title: When Strong Men Of God Fall


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When Strong Men Of God Fall
Peter Danger Of Overconfidence Pride
2
  • Strong Men Of God Who Fell
  • David Allowed passions to rule his mind
    and actions.
  • Lot Pain ruin brought on by making
    decisions without thinking eternal.

3
Peter From Promise To Denial
  • From insignificance to promised greatness
  • Called for what hed become (John 140-41)
  • Now impetuous unstable, hed eventually become
    a solid rock of faith courage! (vs. 42)
  • This process is seen as the master chiseler
    chipped away at Simon till he became Peter!

4
Peter From Promise To Denial
  • Promising zeal and progress of faith
  • In his answer the call of discipleship (Matt
    1927-30)
  • In walking on water by FAITH (Matt 1422-33)
  • In his confession of Jesus (Matt 1613-20)
  • It was in overconfidence pride that he fell!
  • Peter was part of the inner circle of disciples
  • He never thought he could ever be the one to
    deny Jesus Anyone but me! (Matt. 2631-35)
  • Became spiritually careless (Mk 1432-33, 37-38)
  • His denial the confidence faith we once saw
    is now shattered! (Luke 2254-62)

5
Peter From Promise To Denial
  • Important He didnt let pride keep him down!
  • His story doesnt end at there (Lk 2231-33 Jn
    2117)
  • He returned strengthened his brethren
    spiritually
  • Also, stood with faith and courage even in the
    face possible martyrdom! (Acts 541-42)
  • He never forgot the look of disappointment in
    Jesus face! Lived on with more determination!

6
A Clear Warning For Us Today!
  • Pride overconfidence An present danger!
  • This will lead to failure! (I Cor. 1012 Prov.
    1618)
  • A lack of circumspection (Eph 515 I Pet.
    58-9)
  • Its a lesson painted throughout the Bible - No
    one is immune to the possibility of falling
    away!

7
A Clear Warning For Us Today!
  • In facing sin and temptation
  • There is always a way of escape Our problem is
    that we ignore Gods way out! (I Cor. 1013)
  • Play with fire, we will get burnt! (Prov.
    627-28)
  • How often do we think we can flirt with sin and
    be able to not be affected by it?
  • Do we look to see how close we can get without
    actually crossing the line?

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A Clear Warning For Us Today!
  • In our spiritual strength and knowledge
  • A zealous people without knowledge (Rom. 101-3)
  • Its easy to enter a comfort zone and not study
    like we once did or should! (Heb. 21-3)
  • We become set in what we know and are not open
    to possibility of being wrong (Acts 192-5)
  • How strong do we have to become before we can
    actually say, Im strong enough?

9
A Clear Warning For Us Today!
  • Dont let your pride keep you from returning!
  • The greatest possible tragedy was not the
    denial, but if Peter had never returned to
    Jesus!
  • No matter how far we wander away, theres still
    total forgiveness restitution! (Mic
    718-19 I Jn 19)
  • Message of prodigal son (Luke 1517ff)
  • Still useful to the kingdom of God! (2 Cor 13-4)

10
Conclusion
  • Peter - Fell due to overconfidence pride!
  • He had zeal, faith, and promised greatness, but
    that did not keep him from falling!
  • In his overconfidence pride he couldnt see
    the danger, became careless, and fell
  • He didnt allow his pride to keep him away!
  • Lets learn the lessons Peter teaches!
  • Our history, past accomplishments, or maturity is
    not an immunization against sin!
  • Must not be overconfident in our ability to keep
    from sin, our strength, or our knowledge!
  • If you do fall dont let pride keep you from
    following Jesus Christ!

11
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened,
and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you
and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in
heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
(Matt 1128-30)
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