24-0811p - Jealousy, Part 2, Mike Mathis
Bible Reader: John Nousek

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Jealousy, Part 2

Summary of Transcript (0:04 - 26:49)

Scripture Reading

Bible Reader: (0:04 - 0:31), John Nousek
Deuteronomy 4:24

  • Speaker opens with a verse from Deuteronomy 4:24: "For the Lord your God is a consuming fire, a jealous God."

Summary

Preacher: Mike Mathis

(0:31 - 0:45) Introduction to the Lesson

  • Welcomes attendees, both in person and on the conference line.

(0:46 - 1:30) Defining Jealousy

  • Continues the morning lesson on jealousy, explaining it as intolerance of rivalry or unfaithfulness.

  • Discusses human jealousy, which can often be unfounded.

(1:33 - 2:19) Introduction to God’s Jealousy

  • Shifts focus from human to God’s jealousy.

  • Begins with Exodus 20, focusing on verses that emphasize having no other gods.

(2:21 - 3:17) God’s Command Against Idolatry

  • Reads Exodus 20:3-5, where God forbids idolatry and describes Himself as a jealous God.

  • Explains consequences of unfaithfulness, affecting generations.

(3:18 - 4:23) God’s Right to Demand Exclusivity

  • Reflects on God’s right as Creator to demand sole worship.

  • Compares this authority to a parent’s right over their child.

(4:24 - 5:41) Human Nature and Worship

  • Argues that humans have an inherent desire to worship something.

  • Reiterates that God alone deserves worship due to His role as Creator and Deliverer.

(5:42 - 6:59) God’s Jealousy as Intolerance of Rivalry

  • Emphasizes God’s intolerance toward rival gods, as referenced in Exodus 20:5.

  • Contrasts human suspicion of unfaithfulness with God’s knowledge of loyalty.

(7:02 - 9:10) God’s Anger and Consequences of Turning Away

  • Warns of the consequences of forsaking God, citing Proverbs 27:4 on the danger of jealousy.

  • Discusses the implications for Israel’s descendants if they turn away, mentioning generational impact.

(9:10 - 10:43) Instruction Against Following Other Gods

  • Reads Deuteronomy 6:14-15, where Moses warns Israel about God’s jealousy and anger.

  • Stresses God’s demand for complete devotion and avoidance of other gods.

(10:45 - 12:34) The Name "Jealous" as an Attribute of God

  • Cites Exodus 34:14, where God’s name is described as Jealous.

  • Discusses God’s desire for exclusive devotion, as expressed in various biblical translations.

(12:35 - 14:49) Old Testament and New Testament Parallel on God’s Nature

  • Compares Deuteronomy 4:24 with Hebrews 12:29, both describing God as a "consuming fire."

  • Highlights continuity of God’s character across Old and New Testaments.

(14:50 - 16:54) Faithfulness and Reverence in Worship

  • Calls for reverence in worship, drawing a parallel between Israelites’ need for obedience and the present-day expectation for faithfulness.

(16:57 - 20:09) Provoking Israel to Jealousy with Gentiles

  • Reads Romans 10, showing that God provoked Israel’s jealousy through Gentile inclusion.

  • Reflects on Israel’s rejection of the gospel and God’s outreach to the Gentiles.

(20:10 - 21:33) The Gentiles’ Acceptance of the Gospel

  • Explains that Gentiles, despite not seeking God, received His grace.

  • Discusses how Gentile obedience provoked jealousy in Israel.

(21:36 - 22:51) Warning Against Divided Worship

  • Cites 1 Corinthians 10:22, where Paul warns against attempting to worship both God and idols.

  • Stresses God’s intolerance for divided devotion.

(23:18 - 24:09) Paul’s Godly Jealousy for the Corinthians

  • Reads 2 Corinthians 11:2-4, where Paul expresses godly jealousy, desiring the Corinthians’ faithfulness to Christ.

  • Warns against corrupt influences that could pull them from simple devotion.

(24:11 - 26:49) Final Reflections on Godly Jealousy

  • Concludes that godly jealousy aligns with righteousness, contrasting human presumption with God’s perfect knowledge.

  • Extends an invitation to turn to God for anyone feeling called, emphasizing faithfulness and repentance.