Common obstacles include unbelief, pride, worldliness, and prejudice that can stop ears from hearing God's truth.
Obstacles to hearing the gospel can manifest in various forms, including unbelief, pride, worldliness, and prejudice. Unbelief leads individuals to reject the gospel as an idle tale, while pride causes them to believe they do not need a Savior. Worldliness, driven by the distractions of life, pulls attention away from spiritual matters, leaving little room for the gospel's impact. Additionally, prejudice can prevent one from hearing the truth as it is presented, leading to misunderstanding and rejection. These barriers, as described in Spurgeon's exposition, highlight the need for divine intervention in opening ears to the message of salvation.
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