Sunday Podcast 151 with Michael W Smith 100525
Summary
In this sermon, Brother Mike from the Arizona Deliverance Center discusses the critical importance of having a healthy self-concept in order to be used by God. He examines biblical examples including Moses, Jeremiah, Isaiah, Gideon, and Peter – all of whom had low self-esteem that God had to repair before using them powerfully. Brother Mike emphasizes that God sees assets in us that we don’t recognize in ourselves, but our low self-concept blocks the blessings, miracles, and ministry God intends for us.
The central message is that Christians must allow God to restore their self-concept by abandoning their old identity and embracing their new identity in Christ. Brother Mike points to Ephesians 1 and 1 Corinthians 1 as essential passages for this transformation, stating that how we view ourselves now determines our future. He urges listeners to repent of having a low self-concept and to receive their new identity in God’s family.
Intro Prayer
Heavenly Father, as we gather to discuss how You see us versus how we often see ourselves, we ask for Your wisdom and insight. Open our hearts to receive the truth about our identity in You. Help us to set aside our insecurities and false beliefs about ourselves so that we can embrace the value and purpose You’ve given us. May this discussion transform our thinking and prepare us to receive all that You have for us. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Ice Breaker
If you could choose a superhero’s ability for one day, which would you choose and why?

Key Verses

Exodus 3
1 Corinthians 1
Ephesians 1
Proverbs 23:7

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