He's Right, I'm Wrong

Sermon Summary

Main Message

This message encourages us to cultivate a humble mindset when we disagree with God's Word, recognizing that His ways are higher than our own. We're reminded that as finite beings, we can't fully comprehend God's thoughts and plans, but we can trust in His goodness and sovereignty. This teaching challenges us to surrender our pride and ego, embracing the truth that "God is right, I am wrong," and seeking to understand and obey His will.

Key Scripture References

• Isaiah 55:8-9 - "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways, declares the Lord. For as the heavens above me so also is my way above your way and my thoughts above your thoughts." This passage highlights the vast difference between God's perspective and ours, emphasizing that His ways are higher than our own.
• Psalm 138:6 - "Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you will revive me; you will stretch forth your hand against the wrath of my enemies, and your right hand will save me." This verse illustrates God's sovereign control over all circumstances, reminding us that His thoughts are higher than our own.
• Proverbs 3:5-6 - "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." This passage encourages us to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, rather than relying on our own understanding.
• Romans 11:33-36 - "Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways!" This passage expresses the awe-inspiring mystery of God's plans and purposes, reminding us that His thoughts are higher than our own.
• 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 - "But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me." This passage highlights the sufficiency of God's grace and the importance of humility, reminding us that our strength comes from surrendering to His will.
• Psalm 119:66 - "Teach me good judgment and knowledge, for I have believed in your commandments. Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I keep your word." This verse expresses the longing for spiritual growth and understanding, reminding us that we need God's guidance to navigate life's challenges.

Key Takeaways

• We must recognize the vast difference between God's perspective and our own, acknowledging that His ways are higher than our ways (Isaiah 55:8-9). This requires humility and a willingness to surrender our pride and ego.
• When we disagree with God's Word, we should respond with a teachable heart, seeking to understand and obey His will rather than rebelling against it. This means embracing the truth that "God is right, I am wrong," and asking for help in understanding (Psalm 138:6).
• We must trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when we don't fully comprehend His plans or purposes. This requires faith and reliance on His strength, rather than our own limited understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6).
• Our strength comes from surrendering to God's will, acknowledging that His power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9-10). This means boasting in our weaknesses, rather than trying to rely on our own abilities.

This Week's Challenge

Take time this week to reflect on areas where you struggle with humility and pride. Ask God to reveal any places where you're relying on your own understanding rather than trusting in His sovereignty. Specifically, take the following steps:

• Schedule a time of prayer and fasting to seek God's guidance and wisdom.
• Read through Isaiah 55:8-9 and Psalm 138:6, meditating on the vast difference between God's perspective and our own.

Reflection Questions

• What areas of your life do you struggle with humility and pride? How can you surrender to God's will in these areas?
• How can you apply the principle of trusting in God's sovereignty, rather than relying on your own understanding, to specific challenges or decisions in your life?
• How can you cultivate a teachable heart, seeking to understand and obey God's Word even when it's difficult or uncomfortable?