Francis Chan: We Are Church - Church Together, February 2016

Sermon Summary

Main Message

This message is a call to seek the things that are above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. We are encouraged to set our minds on heavenly things and not be distracted by earthly desires. The Bible teaches us that coveting is idolatry, and it's a sin that brings God's wrath. We are called to put to death our earthly desires and seek the presence of God.

Key Scripture References

• Colossians 3:1-4 - This passage teaches us to seek the things that are above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. We are called to set our minds on heavenly things and not be distracted by earthly desires.
• Psalm 73:25-26 - The psalmist says there's nothing in heaven or on earth that he desires besides God. He is content with God's presence and doesn't covet anything else.
• Colossians 3:5-8 - We are warned against coveting, which is idolatry. Our earthly desires can bring God's wrath upon us. We must put to death our earthly desires and seek the presence of God.
• Matthew 6:33 - Jesus teaches us to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, rather than being distracted by worldly concerns.
• 1 John 2:15-17 - We are reminded that our love for God should be greater than our love for anything else in this world. We must not be conformed to the patterns of this world but be transformed by the renewing of our minds.
• Romans 6:5-7 - As believers, we are dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus. Our old self was crucified with Christ, and we should no longer be slaves to sin.

Application

We must seek the things that are above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. We must set our minds on heavenly things and not be distracted by earthly desires. We must put to death our earthly desires and seek the presence of God.

Challenge

Take a moment to reflect on your thoughts and desires. Are you seeking the things that are above, or are you being distracted by earthly concerns? Ask God to help you set your mind on heavenly things and to put to death your earthly desires.

Prayer

Lord, help me to seek the things that are above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Help me to set my mind on heavenly things and not be distracted by earthly desires. I want to be content with Your presence and not covet anything else.