Instead of futilely trying to impress the world (and each other) we ought to humbly put the spotlight on Christ who has done all the work to save our lives.
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Here are some books that may assist you in a deeper study of the truths presented in this sermon. While Pastor Mike cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, he does believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through this sermon’s topic.
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- Adams, Jay. The Biblical View of Self-Esteem, Self-Love & Self-Image. Harvest House, 1986.
- Clouse, Robert G. Two Kingdoms: The Church and Culture Through the Ages. Moody Press, 1993.
- Fabarez, Mike. Politicking: Breaking Stride with the World’s Campaign Manager. Message #00-09
- Fabarez, Mike. Power Plays: Some Losing Strategies for People of Influence. Message #99-29
- Horton, Michael, ed. Power Religion: The Selling Out of The Evangelical Church. Moody Press, 1992.
- MacArthur, John. Ashamed of the Gospel: When the Church Becomes Like the World. Crossway, 1993.
- Murray, Andrew. Humility: The Journey Toward Holiness. Bethany House, 2001.
- Shelley, Bruce L. The Gospel and the American Dream. Multnomah Press, 1989.
- Thomas, Cal and Ed Dobson. Blinded by Might. Zondervan, 1999.
- Tozer, A. W. Whatever Happened to Worship? A Call to True Worship. Reprint. Christian Publications, 1985.
- Wilkes, Gene. Jesus Leadership: Discovering the Secrets of Servant Leadership. Tyndale House, 1998.