Summary of These Kinds Of Christians Are Often Very Unloving | Derek Prince

In the video "These Kinds Of Christians Are Often Very Unloving," Derek Prince discusses the dangers of substituting spiritual truths with soulish or religious practices within the church. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a spiritual connection rather than relying solely on human reasoning or efforts. Here are the key points and strategies highlighted in the discussion:

Key Wellness Strategies and Self-Care Techniques:

Avoiding Substitutions: Recognize and avoid replacing spiritual truths with soulish substitutes. Prince lists seven common substitutions:
- Theology instead of Revelation: Relying on human reasoning rather than direct divine insight.
- Education instead of Character Building: Focusing on intellectual knowledge without nurturing character.
- Psychology instead of Discernment: Using psychological methods instead of supernatural discernment.
- Program instead of Supernatural Direction: Following structured programs rather than being led by the Holy Spirit.
- Eloquence instead of Supernatural Power: Valuing articulate speech over genuine spiritual power.
- Reasoning instead of Walk of Faith: Prioritizing logical reasoning over faith-based living.
- Laws instead of Love: Enforcing rules at the expense of expressing love.

Productivity Tips:

Personal Reflection: Encourage self-examination regarding how much these substitutions apply to one's own life and faith.
Understanding the Cross: Embrace the transformative purpose of the cross, which is not only about what God has done for individuals but also about what the cross is intended to accomplish within them.

Conclusion:

Prince warns against legalism, suggesting that those who focus on laws often lack love, using the Pharisees as a prime example. He emphasizes that the true solution to the problems faced by the church lies in understanding and accepting the transformative power of the cross in one's life.

Presenters/Sources:

Derek Prince

Notable Quotes

— 02:08 — « I would suggest to you the majority of seminaries today are producing educated enemies of God. »

— 03:30 — « The people who are busy keeping and enforcing laws are often remarkably unloving people. »

— 05:28 — « I marvel that you have so soon moved away from the grace of God. »

— 06:27 — « In my opinion, 90% of the church's problems are due to that one fact. »

— 06:41 — « The cross in you is the safeguard of all the blessings and provisions of the cross for you. »