The Third Sunday After Pentecost | Bishop Todd Hunter

Summary

Bishop Todd Hunter discusses the concept of spiritual transformation versus spiritual formation, emphasizing the need for a radical change in one's character and desires to align with God's will. The discussion draws on biblical texts and personal experiences to illustrate the inherent sinfulness and rebellion in human nature and the process of being reformed and transformed through God's grace.

Outline

Spiritual Transformation

• Difference between spiritual formation and transformation
• Analogy of coming to Christ with pre-existing flaws and sins

Human Nature and Sin

• Concept of radical evil and the ruined soul (Dallas Willard)
• Personal rebellion and opposition to God before conversion

Biblical References

• Genesis 3: Nakedness, fear, pain, separation, and death
• Jeremiah 17: Deceitfulness of the heart
• Romans 3: Universal sinfulness

Understanding Sin

• Sin as missing the mark, not making one worthless
• Luke 15: Parables of the lost coin, sheep, and son

Self-Examination and Reality

• Importance of naming and understanding personal sin
• The struggle with desiring true change

Repentance and Belief

• Definition and significance of repentance (metanoia)
• Belief as placing confidence in God

Living in the Kingdom

• Invitation to deny oneself and follow Jesus
• The transformational journey toward radical goodness

Practical Application

• The need for self-abandonment in favor of God's work
• Repentance and belief as the path to transformation

Conclusion

• The importance of what we seek in life
• The invitation to seek God and align with His will

 

 

 

 

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