Hate What God Hates. Series

As followers of God, we are called to align our hearts and minds with His. This includes embracing what He loves and rejecting what He hates. In this sermon , we'll explore what the Bible says about what God hates and how we can cultivate a similar perspective.

What God Hates

1. Pride - "The Lord detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished." - Proverbs 16:5

2. Lying - "There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him... a lying tongue." - Proverbs 6:16-17

3. Injustice* - "For the Lord is righteous, he loves justice; the upright will see his face." - Psalm 11:7

4. Idolatry - "You shall have no other gods before me." - Exodus 20:3

5. Bloodshed - "Do not shed innocent blood." - Jeremiah 7:6

Why We Should Hate What God Hates*

1. Alignment with God's character - By hating what God hates, we demonstrate our desire to be like Him.

2. Protection from harm - Embracing God's perspective protects us from the consequences of sinful behaviors.

3. Promoting justice and righteousness - When we hate what God hates, we advocate for justice and righteousness in the world.

How to Cultivate a Heart That Hates What God Hates

1. Study God's Word - Regularly reading and meditating on Scripture helps us understand God's perspective.

2. Pray for discernment - Ask God to give you wisdom and discernment to recognize what He hates.

3. Seek accountability - Surround yourself with people who share God's values and encourage you to live according to His standards.

4. Repent and surrender - When you recognize sinful patterns or attitudes in yourself, repent and surrender them to God.

By embracing God's perspective and hating what He hates, we demonstrate our love and devotion to Him. May we continually seek to align our hearts and minds with His, promoting justice, righteousness, and His glory in our lives.