Reidhead Sermon Report
Sermon Name:
The Great Apostasy
Theme:
Scripture:
Eschatology
2 Thessalonians 2:3
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Sermon Overview
Reidhead warns that "The Great Apostasy" is not a move toward atheism, but a move toward "Humanistic Religion." He argues that when the church replaces the "Authority of the Word" and the "Power of the Spirit" with human psychology and programs, it has already begun the apostasy. He calls for a return to the "Old Paths" of holiness and total dependency on God.
Key Principles
Defining Apostasy:Guard against the subtle "Falling Away" that replaces the Word with humanistic psychology.
Mystery of Iniquity: Be vigilant for "lawlessness" in the church—where God is used for man's comfort and ego.
Humanism Hallmark:Reject any religious program that puts "Man" at the center and "God" as the assistant.
Form without Power:Fear the state of having "religious activity" but no "supernatural indwelling" of the Spirit.
Resisting the Age: Use the Word to "resist the spirit of the age," refusing to bow to secular or humanistic trends.
Antichrist Leader:Recognize that the "Antichrist" will lead a system that looks religious but exalts man as god.
Stand Fast: "Hold the traditions"—the ancient apostolic truths—as your only anchor against the falling away.
Remnant Security:Find your safety among the "Remnant" who love the Truth more than their own comfort.