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Are You Carrying Conviction or Condemnation? | John 16:5-11

Aug 10, 2025    Pastor Clayton Bell

Ever wonder why you sometimes feel that heavy weight on your heart? Is it God speaking truth through conviction, or something else trying to pull you down with condemnation?


In this powerful message, we dive deep into John 16:5–11 to understand the difference between God’s loving correction and the enemy’s lies.


Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would come to convict the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment — but what does that really mean for us today? Whether you’re wrestling with feelings of guilt, shame, or spiritual confusion, this message will help you recognize the voice of God calling you to repentance, healing, and freedom.


In this sermon, you’ll discover:

- What conviction really is and why it’s a gift, not a punishment

- The difference between conviction and condemnation, and why it matters

- How Jesus makes righteousness available to you right now

- Why judgment is real — and how knowing this should shape your life

- How to respond to God’s discipline with hope, not despair


Key Scriptures:

John 16:5–11 — The Spirit’s work of conviction

Hebrews 12:5–11 — God’s loving discipline of His children

Romans 8:1–2 — No condemnation for those in Christ

Romans 7:21–25 — The battle with sin and the victory in Jesus  


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Don’t let condemnation hold you back—learn how to embrace God’s conviction and walk in freedom today.


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