Why Are You Waiting?

Why Are You Waiting?

Introduction:

Exodus 3:10-22; 4:1-13 – Moses makes excuses concerning the call of God to lead His people out of Egypt. Yet God answered every objection, declaring them invalid. Many who are not Christians make excuses as justification for delay in obeying the gospel. If you have not yet obeyed the gospel, it may be you think you have a valid reason. But just as God answered every objection raised by Moses, so His Word answers any reason you may give for not obeying today!

I. I will it later…let me wait awhile.

A. Procrastination Is One of Satan's Greatest Weapons...

B. Mt. 10:28 - The soul is much more important than the body.

II. I Don’t Know Enough Yet

A. A Desire to Learn More Is Commendable...

1. But being a Christian involves a growth process...

a) Mt. 28:19-20 - Much teaching takes place AFTER we become disciples.

2. In fact, one can become a Christian with very little knowledge.

B. How Much Does One Need to Know?

1. Consider the examples of conversions in the Book of Acts...

a) Most conversions resulted after just one lesson

b) Acts 8:35-37 - Ethiopian eunuch

2. If you understand, and are convicted in your heart...

a) Then respond by B, R, C, and B.

III. I want to wait until I’m sure I can live the Christian life or I’m not good enough yet, I want to improve my life.

A. This Implies a Misunderstanding of the Christian Life...

1. Being a Christian is a growth process.

a) 1 Cor. 3:1-4 - We start out as "babes in Christ", often still carnal in behavior.

b) 2 Pet. 3:18; Col. 3:8-10 – We gradually put off the "old man"

2. If you wait until you can live the Christian life to become a Christian, you will be waiting forever!

3. It is only in Christ that we receive the strength to overcome the struggles of the flesh. Romans 6:17-18; 8:12-13

IV. There are hypocrites in the church

A. True, but There Are Hypocrites Everywhere...

1. Jesus did not refuse to worship in the synagogues though the religious leaders were hypocrites.

2. Peter, James, John and the rest of the apostles did not leave Jesus because Judas was a hypocrite!

V. I want to wait on my spouse or parents…

A. 1 Pet. 3:1-2 - Your example of obedience can be a powerful influence for good.

B. When you stand Before the Lord, it will be as an Individual...

1. Romans 14:12; 2 Corinthians 5:10

Conclusion

A. Remember Moses? God answered every objection. There was no reason for his not following through on God’s expectations.

1. There is no reason we should not follow through on God’s expectations.

2. Are you holding back?

B. So if you know what you need to do, why put it off any longer? Acts 22:16



Why Are You Waiting? Introduction: Exodus 3:10-22; 4:1-13 – Moses makes excuses concerning the call of God to lead His people out of Egypt. Yet God answered every objection, declaring them invalid. Many who are not Christians make excuses as justification for delay in obeying the gospel. If you have not yet obeyed the gospel, it may be you think you have a valid reason. But just as God answered every objection raised by Moses, so His Word answers any reason you may give for not obeying today! I. I will it later…let me wait awhile. A. Procrastination Is One of Satan's Greatest Weapons... B. Mt. 10:28 - The soul is much more important than the body. II. I Don’t Know Enough Yet A. A Desire to Learn More Is Commendable... 1. But being a Christian involves a growth process... a) Mt. 28:19-20 - Much teaching takes place AFTER we become disciples. 2. In fact, one can become a Christian with very little knowledge. B. How Much Does One Need to Know? 1. Consider the examples of conversions in the Book of Acts... a) Most conversions resulted after just one lesson b) Acts 8:35-37 - Ethiopian eunuch 2. If you understand, and are convicted in your heart... a) Then respond by B, R, C, and B. III. I want to wait until I’m sure I can live the Christian life or I’m not good enough yet, I want to improve my life. A. This Implies a Misunderstanding of the Christian Life... 1. Being a Christian is a growth process. a) 1 Cor. 3:1-4 - We start out as "babes in Christ", often still carnal in behavior. b) 2 Pet. 3:18; Col. 3:8-10 – We gradually put off the "old man" 2. If you wait until you can live the Christian life to become a Christian, you will be waiting forever! 3. It is only in Christ that we receive the strength to overcome the struggles of the flesh. Romans 6:17-18; 8:12-13 IV. There are hypocrites in the church A. True, but There Are Hypocrites Everywhere... 1. Jesus did not refuse to worship in the synagogues though the religious leaders were hypocrites. 2. Peter, James, John and the rest of the apostles did not leave Jesus because Judas was a hypocrite! V. I want to wait on my spouse or parents… A. 1 Pet. 3:1-2 - Your example of obedience can be a powerful influence for good. B. When you stand Before the Lord, it will be as an Individual... 1. Romans 14:12; 2 Corinthians 5:10 Conclusion A. Remember Moses? God answered every objection. There was no reason for his not following through on God’s expectations. 1. There is no reason we should not follow through on God’s expectations. 2. Are you holding back? B. So if you know what you need to do, why put it off any longer? Acts 22:16