Acts 17:22-31 - There Are No Other Gods
Pastor Wes Denham
In his sermon titled “There Are No Other Gods,” Pastor Wes addresses the presence of false idols and the true nature of God. Using Acts 17, he discusses Paul’s experience in Athens, a city worshiping 3,000 gods. Pastor Wes contrasts the philosophies of the Epicureans and Stoics with Christian beliefs, highlighting their pursuit of pleasure and misunderstanding of divine presence. He emphasizes that true freedom is found in following God, not in doing whatever one desires. Pastor Wes critiques modern society’s idols, including wealth, pleasure, and victimization. He underscores the importance of recognizing God’s creation as evidence of His existence, referencing Romans 1:18-20 and Psalm 19:1-3. He concludes with Isaiah 53, detailing Jesus’ sacrifice and love for humanity, urging the congregation to share God’s love and live in a genuine relationship with Him. The sermon calls for a return to faith and trust in Jesus Christ.
Pastor Wes’s sermon, “There Are No Other Gods,” focuses on the dangers of false idols and the true nature of God. Using Acts 17, he discusses Paul’s experience in Athens, contrasting the Epicurean and Stoic philosophies with Christian beliefs. Pastor Wes highlights the emptiness of modern idols like wealth and pleasure, emphasizing true freedom in following God. He references Romans 1:18-20 and Psalm 19:1-3 to illustrate God’s creation as evidence of His existence. Concluding with Isaiah 53, he details Jesus’ sacrifice and urges the congregation to share God’s love and live in a genuine relationship with Him. The sermon calls for a renewed faith in Jesus Christ.