Up next, a new leading the way teaching series from pastor and author, Dr. Michael Yousat.

It is not what I say about God. It is not what you say about God.

It's not what a big shot theologian says about God, but what does God say about himself?

That's really what matter. And that is why I'm

going to start this new series of messages entitled God Talk or what does God say about himself.

Everyone holds a unique and personal picture of God. Some see him as loving and grandfatherly.

Others harsh, judgmental, and distant. Well, today on leading the way, Dr. Yusuf looks at how God reveals

himself in his word, adding to a more realistic image of God in your life.

It's a series called God Talk.

So if you're able, open with us to Ephesians Chapter 1,

that's where you'll find the source for today's message from Dr. Youssef.

And do keep in mind, leading the way is listener-supported. Learn about this month's giving challenge when you visit

LTW.org. Right now, though, join us for today's audio message. As you know, I'm interested in history

and I'm fascinated by how throughout history people have, in some way or or another try to use God to their advantage.

Some who try to speak for God and some even claimed to be God.

Back during World War II, most of you don't remember this, no the eye for that matter,

I'm not going to pretend that I'm that old.

But most of you know from history there was this Yalta summit where Cheshill and Roosevelt

and Joseph Stalin were there. And allegedly Joseph Stalin made a statement saying that we,

the communists, are destined to rule the world. God himself told me so,

upon which Roosevelt looked at him and he said, Joe, I said no such thing. You see, anyone can claim

to speak for God on behalf of God or even claim to be God.

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