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One That Can’t Be Pleased Lk 7:18-35 John sends his disciples to “verify” Jesus’

identity vv. 18-20 cp. Jn 1:29-34 Jesus’ reply is meant to encourage John,

help him not stumble vv. 21-23 Jesus also commends John vv. 24-28 The people divide re: this “commendation”

from the Lord vv. 29-35

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One That Doesn’t Believe Mk 9:14-29 The Transfiguration vv. 1-13 Afterwards, Jesus observes a crowd around

His disciples vv. 14-18 Jesus expresses His frustration vv. 19-27

Both at His disciples & with the people Even the boy’s father admitted he needed more

faith v. 24

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One That Doesn’t Believe Mk 9:14-29 The disciples question admitted their own

lack of faith vv. 28-29 Had they not been previously empowered?

Mk. 6:7

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One That Won’t Repent Mt 12:38-45 Jesus previously healed a demon-possessed

man vv. 22-23 The Jews accuse Him of doing so under the

power of Beelzebul v. 24 Jesus illustrates the absurdity of such an

accusation vv. 25-37 Satan’s “house” would fall if such were true

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One That Won’t Repent Mt 12:38-45 The Jews demanded a “sign” v. 38 Jesus’ reply…“You’ve had a sign” vv. 39-42

Jonah’s “resurrection” foretold Jesus’ own death, burial, & resurrection

Jonah’s “audience” will condemn Jesus’(Ninevah repented Jonah 3)

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One That Won’t Repent Mt 12:38-45 The Jews demanded a “sign” v. 38 Jesus’ reply…“You’ve had a sign” vv. 39-42

Queen of Sheba traveled far to seek the wisdom from Solomon

Queen of Sheba will condemn Jesus’ “audience”(they were hearing Someone greater)

This generation will only worsen vv. 43-45

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Some Present & Practical Observations Each generation will be known for something

We’ve examined Biblical examples of this reality What about this present generation…

especially the young people? Against what criteria will you be likened? What are your “identifying” characteristics?

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Some Present & Practical Observations How do you portray yourself?

Faithful? (most of you are N.T. Christians)

Reaching your potential? (academically, morally,

spiritually)

Resisting worldly temptations?

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Some Present & Practical Observations Perhaps this generation should be called

“The Electronic Generation” Fascination with cell phones, computers, etc. With some, it seems more like an addiction Some young people cannot seem to function

unless they are at a computer or have a cell phone in their hand (Does this describe you?)

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Some Present & Practical Observations Perhaps this generation should be called

“The Electronic Generation” Is owning, using such things inherently sinful? No…they can be wonderful, helpful

For Churches Another way to obey the command in Mk 16:15 Web sites, preacher reports, etc.

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Some Present & Practical Observations Perhaps this generation should be called

“The Electronic Generation” Is owning, using such things inherently sinful? No…they can be wonderful, helpful

For Families A way to stay connected when distanced by space A comforting help to parents with children on the go

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Some Present & Practical Observations Perhaps this generation should be called

“The Electronic Generation” Yet, they can be instruments for questionable,

if not sinful behavior

Social networking sites (Facebook) easily provide ways to gossip, slander, meddle in the affairs of others 1 Tim 5:13 cp. Rom 13:14

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Some Present & Practical Observations Perhaps this generation should be called

“The Electronic Generation” Yet, they can be instruments for questionable,

if not sinful behavior

Texting seems “over the top”…especially when some may have their phones out right before worship sending a message

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Conclusion Every “generation” has an identity

The Greatest Generation That Ever Lived(fought & survived W.W.I)

Saints in the N.T. church in 1950’s & 60’s(kept the church from going into apostasy)

Traits they possess…choices they made endear them to unborn future generations

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Conclusion Even a “good” generation can give way to a

“bad” generation Judg 2:10 Through careless neglect, their own failures?

What about your “generation?” What will you be known for? That you can’t be pleased…That you don’t

believe…That you won’t repent?

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Conclusion What about your “generation?”

What will be your identifying characteristics? Only time will tell You are writing your history NOW…either for

great spiritual success or disastrous failure

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