A Terrible Word & A Terrific Opportunity | Zephaniah 3:14-17
Apr 6, 2025
Dr. Chris Brooks, Pastor to Pastors | Local Church
This sermon explores the “terrible word” of God’s judgment and the “terrific opportunity” of salvation, as seen in Zephaniah 3:14-17. We often forget that God is not a distant deity, but a mighty warrior who saves, comforts, and delights in His people.
The prophet Zephaniah reveals that God’s salvation comes even from His own wrath, described as “The Day of the Lord”. This sermon will dive into the significance of the Day of the Lord, including both judgment and the hope brought by Jesus Christ.
We'll discuss the specific reasons for God’s judgment: indifference, idolatry of affluence, and the sin of syncretism. But even within this message of judgment, there is a call to seek the Lord, pursue righteousness, and find hope in salvation.
Ultimately, for believers, there is the “terrific opportunity” to anticipate the Judgment Seat of Christ, where we will account for our faithfulness. This sermon will encourage you to live in light of this reality.
A Terrible Word & A Terrific Opportunity
Zephaniah 3:14-17
1. Iniquity of Indifference
2. Idolatry of Affluence
3. Sin of Syncretism
Mental worship…
1. Where do you need God to quiet you with his love?
2. When was the last time you experienced God delighting you with gladness?
3. In what areas have you started to act as if the Lord will neither move for good nor bad?
4. Where are you sacrificing your integrity to save a few bucks?
5. What profane beliefs are you mixing with your sacred faith?
6. If you were to “quest for the broadest capacity of heavenly reward possible by faithfully serving God,” what would you do differently this week?
7. How do you rejoice and express your gratitude to God for saving you from his wrath?