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Episode Synopsis
Ever wondered what the Bible says about the worst sin you could commit? Pastor Heath Lambert tackles this challenging question by examining Jesus's response about the greatest commandment in Matthew 22. The answer might surprise you - it's not what most people think.Timestamps0:00 - Introduction and new book announcement1:49 - The question: What is the biggest sin?2:39 - Jesus and the greatest commandment (Matthew 22)4:31 - Connecting commandments to sin5:36 - Pride as the biggest sin6:07 - James 3:16 and the fruit of pride7:00 - Jesus as our freedom from prideKey Topics Covered- The Greatest Commandment Foundation - Jesus identifies love as the supreme biblical command when challenged by religious lawyers- Biblical Method for Understanding Sin - How to approach difficult theological questions by examining what Scripture emphasizes most- Pride as the Root Sin - Why self-exaltation stands as the fundamental violation of God's law and love- The Connection Between Love and Sin - Understanding how the greatest commandment reveals the greatest transgression- Practical Application - How recognizing pride helps us grow in our relationship with Jesus ChristScripture ReferencesMatthew 22:36-39 - The Greatest CommandmentJames 3:16 - Pride and its consequencesAbout The Ten Commandments BookHeath Lambert's new book "The Ten Commandments: A Short Book for Normal People" releases September 30th. This accessible guide explains how God's commands apply to modern life without requiring theological education. Perfect for personal study, evangelism, or gifts.Pre-order the book or get your free download of the first chapter at fbcjax.com/tencommandmentsHave a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]
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