Refusing the Cure

Refusing the Cure

Text: Ezekiel 18:30-32 (NIV)

30“Therefore, O house of Israel, I will judge you, each one according to his ways, declares the Sovereign Lord. Repent! Turn away from all your offenses; then sin will not be your downfall. 31Rid yourselves of all the offenses you have committed, and get a new heart and a new spirit. Why will you die, O house of Israel? 32For I take no pleasure in the death of anyone, declares the Sovereign Lord. Repent and live!

I.       Introduction:

II.    The Poison Identified: Men Receive Judgment for Sin

A.    Judged Individually

B.     Judged By God

C.     Judged For Sin

III. The Remedy Offered: God Provides an Answer for Sin

A.    Turning From Sin

B.     Transformation Of Self

IV. The Cure Rejected: Men Refuse God’s Provision for Sin

A.    A Rejection That Is Incredible: Why Die!

B.     A Rejection That Is Undesirable: No Pleasure

C.     A Rejection That Is Discouraged: Repent! Live!

V.    Conclusion: