Confronting Spiritual Narcissists. [Sermon]. Romans 14:13-23.
Matthew Everhard
teaching
December 15, 2025
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Video Description:
Spiritual Narcissism & Christian Love | Romans 14:13–23 Sermon
What does the Bible teach about Christian liberty, church unity, and love for weaker brothers? In this sermon on Romans 14:13–23, we confront a subtle but dangerous sin in the church: spiritual narcissism.
Drawing from the Apostle Paul’s teaching on disputable matters—such as food sacrificed to idols—we discover how everyday choices can either build up the church or destroy the work of God. Through the lens of the cross of Christ, this message calls believers to walk in love, pursue peace, and resist self-centered Christianity.
Key Themes in This Sermon
Romans 14 explained verse by verse
Christian liberty vs. Christian love
The danger of spiritual narcissism in the church
“For whom Christ died” — understanding the atonement
Weak and strong consciences in Romans
Why church unity matters more than personal preferences
Walking in love, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit
How selfishness can destroy the work of God
Sermon Summary
Using the ancient myth of Narcissus as an illustration, this message exposes how believers can become overly focused on themselves—even in spiritual matters. Paul’s warning is sobering: “By what you eat, do not destroy the one for whom Christ died.” Every brother and sister in Christ is someone purchased by the blood of Jesus, and our conduct must reflect that reality.
This sermon will challenge you to:
Examine how your actions affect other believers
Reorder your loves according to biblical priorities
Live with the cross—not personal preference—at the center
Pursue peace and mutual upbuilding in the local church
Scripture Focus
📖 Romans 14:13–23
📖 Galatians 2:20
📖 Matthew 20:28
📖 John 10; John 17
Who This Message Is For
Christians struggling with church conflict
Believers wrestling with liberty and conscience
Pastors, elders, and church leaders
Anyone seeking deeper biblical unity and humility
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Scripture
RomansRomans 14Romans 14:13Romans 14:13-23GalatiansGalatians 2:20MatthewMatthew 20Matthew 20:28John
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