A Key to the Kingdom

Matthew 16:19; 1 John 1:8–10; James 5:15–16

Confession: agree with, acknowledge, admit, align.

The Four Yeses

• Yes to God

• Yes to confess

• Yes to Jesus

• Yes to follow

How do evil spirits gain influence?

• Agreement: Anything a person believes, accepts, speaks, or participates in that aligns with evil spirits rather than God’s truth. —W. Wood

How does the kingdom of God grow in your life?

• Anytime you come into agreement (align) with the truth of God rather than a lie.

1 John 1:8–10

• We confess to God for forgiveness and cleansing.

James 5:15–16

• We confess to one another for healing and wholeness.

2 Corinthians 7:10

• Religion: condemns and shames

• God: convicts and releases