Rankin Wilbourne: Another Helper, John 14:16-20 | 5/10/26 | Olivet Community Church
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Drawing on Arthur Brooks' work and George Eliot's insights, this sermon examines how our 'occluded vision' prevents us from truly seeing others and ourselves, often leading to conflict and self-righteousness. It uses the betrayal of Jesus by Judas and Peter's overconfidence to highlight the pervasive nature of self-deception (the Dunning-Kruger effect), ultimately calling for humility, self-knowledge, and compassion as foundational to spiritual and mental health.
Delving into the biblical account of Jesus washing his disciples' feet, this sermon highlights Peter's struggle to accept such a humbling act from his Lord. It draws parallels to the story of Jean Valjean and C.S. Lewis's insights, illustrating how humanity often finds it difficult to receive unconditional grace. The message emphasizes that true transformation comes not just from God loving us, but from our willingness to surrender and let God love us as we are, through the ultimate sacrifice of the cross.
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Video heard at beginning of sermon can be seen here (Jubilant Sykes: “Give Me Jesus” / “Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child,” Live at the Grand Ole Opry House, 2025) Learn more at broomtreemedia.com Sermon ©2025 Rankin Wilbourne
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"Step Three" was preached by another member of the teaching team and can be listened to here Learn more at broomtreemedia.com ©2025 Rankin Wilbourne
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