The Beginning #2 – St. John 1 & Genesis 1
June 1, 2026
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Before time began, the Word was with God and was God—through Him all things were created and sustained.
The sermon message centers around the nature of a fool, the consequences of foolishness, and the spiritual implications of living without true connection to God, based primarily on Proverbs 26:1-10 and related scriptures. The speaker opens with a heartfelt prayer seeking God’s guidance and forgiveness, emphasizing humility and openness to God’s word.
The foundational scripture, Proverbs 26:1, uses poetic imagery—”as snow in summer and rain in harvest”—to illustrate how honor does not belong to a fool. The fool is characterized as someone who either knowingly ignores what is right or is oblivious and uninterested in receiving correction. This person often blames others and refuses personal responsibility or truth, which leads to spiritual delusion (referencing Thessalonians and Jesus as the truth).
The message highlights how self-righteousness and harsh judgment within the church can mirror foolishness, as it denies human fallibility and grace. There is a strong warning against engaging in arguments with fools, as it can corrupt the righteous and elevate the fool’s pride, citing Proverbs 26:4-5.
The speaker delves into the spiritual struggles people face, referencing the story of Job as an example of steadfast faith in the face of trials and explains how curses or hardships are never causeless but allowed by God for a divine purpose.
The sermon also contrasts sinners, fools, and transgressors, clarifying that even Christians who don’t remain true disciples (transgressors) face severe consequences (Isaiah 1:28-31), emphasizing the necessity of sacrifice and continual discipleship.
Practical wisdom is given about whom to trust with messages and the importance of humility, compassion, and ongoing reliance on Jesus to combat foolishness.
Proverbs 26:1:
“As snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honor is not seemly for a fool.”
Thessalonians (Paraphrased):
Those who do not love the truth will be given a strong delusion.
Proverbs 26:4-5:
Isaiah 1:28-31:
Job’s Story (Implied):
The fool, as described, is not merely ignorant but chooses to ignore wisdom, refuses correction, and blames others. The refusal to love and seek truth leads to spiritual delusion, which the Bible warns against. This choice places individuals on a path of ongoing ignorance and separation from God’s blessings.
The message stresses the importance of recognizing personal faults and recurring failures in life. Repeated mistakes are signs to reassess one’s mindset (“as a man thinketh, so is he”) and repent. Humility is the key to accepting God’s correction and growing in wisdom.
There is a delicate balance taught in Proverbs about handling fools. Reacting in anger or argument can degrade one’s own spiritual character, while ignoring them entirely risks enabling their pride. The goal is to avoid unnecessary argument but respond wisely and compassionately when appropriate.
Drawing from Job, the message shows that God may allow suffering but does so with a protective purpose and for ultimate good. Faithfulness through trials leads to blessings and spiritual growth, while falling away results in destruction. The trust in God through adversity is essential.
The difference between sinners and transgressors is highlighted: transgressors being Christians who reject discipleship and persist in sin. Without ongoing commitment and sacrifice, even church members can face ruin. The Holy Ghost guides toward Christ, not mere spiritual experiences, reinforcing a relational, active faith.
The sermon warns against pride and the arrogance of thinking one cannot fall into sin or foolishness. It critiques complacency in the church and the tendency to harshly judge others without compassion. Also, it stresses practical discernment—knowing whom to trust with messages or leadership based on their spiritual maturity and character.
The speaker advocates a Christ-centered focus that surpasses political or social divisions, encouraging patience and trust in God’s timing rather than defending personal positions aggressively.
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Father God in Heaven
I’m asking for forgiveness for my sins and
to be Washed clean!
I Believe that Jesus the Christ died on
the cross for the sins of the world,
And that His blood was shed and
His body was broken as a sacrifice for me!
In Your Word 1st John 1:9 – The Word states:
“If you confess our sins, He is faithful and
just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us
from all unrighteousness”.
I confess I’m a sinner!
Jesus Christ
I believe that You were crucified for me!
Wash me clean that I may be made whole!
Please come and live in my heart!
I’m submitting my Life, my will, my mind, my thoughts,
& my imaginations to You
Abide in me, allow me to abide in You!
Let Your Word abide in me!
My Lord & My God!
In the Name of Jesus Christ!
Amen.
Before time began, the Word was with God and was God—through Him all things were created and sustained.
From the beginning, God spoke creation into existence, and Christ—the eternal Word—was present as the source of life and light.
Take every thought captive to Christ—reject deception and align your mind with God’s truth and wisdom.
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