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You May Not Believe
Episode 209

You May Not Believe

Bedrock Church Sarasota

September 22, 202548m 39s

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Show Notes

In this powerful message, we dive deep into the story of Simon the Sorcerer from Acts 8, challenging us to examine our motivations in seeking God. Are we pursuing Him for who He is, or merely for what He can do for us? This sermon reminds us that true faith isn't about behavior modification, but about heart transformation through the Holy Spirit. We're encouraged to seek God's face, not just His hand, and to be wary of the temptation to 'play church' without genuine belief. The contrast between the Samaritans' sincere faith and Simon's selfish ambition serves as a stark warning: we can be close to God's power without truly knowing Him. This message urges us to pray like David in Psalm 139, asking God to search our hearts and reveal any areas where we might be falling short in our faith journey.