Reidhead Sermon Report
Sermon Name:
The Spiritual Christian
Theme:
Scripture:
Pneumatology
1 Corinthians 2:14-16; 3:1-3
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Sermon Overview
Reidhead defines the "Spiritual Christian" as one who is "controlled and empowered by the Holy Spirit." He contrasts this with the "Carnal Christian" who lives by the energy of the flesh and human wisdom. He argues that "Spirituality" is not an elective for elite Christians, but the "Normal" requirement for all who would effectively witness and serve.
Key Principles
Three-fold State:Identify your current state: are you "Natural" (dead), "Carnal" (self-led), or "Spiritual" (Christ-led)?
Mind of Christ: Move beyond "Milk" (basics) to "Strong Meat" by applying the "Mind of Christ" to every life situation.
Resident Teacher:Depend on the Spirit for "discernment"; refuse to evaluate your life based on human wisdom.
Normal Requirement:Accept "Spirituality" as the Normal requirement for your life, not an elective for the elite.
Meat vs. Milk: Move beyond the "basics" by applying the Word to your character and deep-seated habits.
Resident Discernment:Rely on the Holy Spirit to teach you the "why" behind the Word, not just the "what."
Spiritual Judgment:Evaluate every opportunity and trial through the Spirit’s lens rather than human pragmatism.
Mature Witness: Look for the Spirit’s internal "shorthand" to guide your interactions and witness to others.