Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0924A recorded on August 12, 1984 teaching from 2 Corinthians 5:9 – Our Ambition to Please God.
Pastor Cyril A. Stevens revolves around the idea that a believer’s primary goal should be to please God, contrasting this with the common tendency to seek the approval of others. Stevens argues that this desire to please God should supersede our natural inclinations and societal pressures, highlighting that even Jesus prioritized God’s will over His own. He elaborates on practical implications, suggesting that focusing on pleasing others often leads to unnecessary conflict and distracts from our true spiritual aim, urging listeners to reorient their lives toward God’s standards and find joy in His pleasure.