Sermon: Still Being Transformed | Pastor Ben Berteau | Sixth Sunday After Pentecost

This week’s sermon begins with a question about the frequency of praying for external changes versus praying for personal transformation. Then, the focus shifts to the theme of our current sermon series: the transformative power of Jesus' parables.

This parable is found in Matthew 21, and its message is about the importance of inner transformation. Pastor Ben, understanding the struggle of the Pharisees who found it challenging to accept Jesus' message, encourages us to reflect on our own resistance to change and potential complacency in our faith, just like the Pharisees.

The parable of the two sons, one who initially refuses but later complies and the other who agrees but doesn't follow through, is used to underscore the significance of actions over words. We are urged to acknowledge our resistance to God's call to active service and transformation. Despite the challenges, Pastor Ben offers hope by emphasizing that Jesus' message promises change and transformation for everyone, including us. He points out that, unlike the Pharisees, we’ve already been transformed by faith and are God's beloved children.

In conclusion, we’re challenged to maintain hope and actively participate in God's work, even when it seems difficult or unlikely. We're encouraged to cultivate a mindset of radical hope and trust in God's transformative power. We're also urged to consider our roles in this ongoing transformation and live out our faith with renewed commitment and action.

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