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10/25/24: Imitate Jesus and Expose the Darkness

October 25, 2024 • Michael Rozell • Ephesians 5:1, Ephesians 5:11

In this powerful message, we're challenged to reflect on our participation in cultural practices that may not align with God's kingdom. The sermon urges us to examine holidays like Halloween through a spiritual lens, reminding us that as believers, we're called to imitate God in everything we do. Drawing from Ephesians 5:1 and 5:11, we're encouraged to 'take no part in worthless deeds of evil and darkness' but instead to expose them. This teaching invites us to consider how our actions and choices might inadvertently open doors to spiritual contamination. It's a call to be more discerning, to recognize the enemy's deceptions, and to actively use the authority we have in Christ to combat evil influences in our lives. The message emphasizes the power we have through Jesus' finished work on the cross, challenging us to live as 'special forces' for God's kingdom in these crucial times.