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What can lead to misplaced zeal in Christians?

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Misplaced zeal arises when our enthusiasm shifts from glorifying God to self-promotion.

Misplaced zeal often reflects a concern for self rather than God. The preacher cautioned against the kind of zeal that seeks to draw attention to oneself, as seen with characters like Jehu (2 Kings 10:16), who advertised their zeal for personal recognition. This is contrary to the Christian's mission to glorify God. Genuine zeal, on the other hand, should provoke others towards God rather than ourselves, maintaining the focus on God's glory as the ultimate priority in our lives.
Scripture References: 2 Kings 10:16

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Zeal
Todd Nibert · Sep 16, 2015
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