Can You Be Good without God?

SERMON: Luke 18:18-43

Introduction:

Theme: The rich, young ruler seemingly possessed all but in actuality he had nothing, whereas the blind beggar was the one who saw and possessed eternal life.

I. The rich, young ruler
A. His situation:
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  B. Misunderstands:
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  C. Leaves sorrowful:
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II. The contrast: the blind beggar
A. Viewed with contempt

  B.  His faith

  C.  His response to Jesus’ question:				

III. The great divide: Jesus’ death
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Application to today: