Hope Cathedral

This message continues the series by emphasizing that the real war is internal, not external. It’s easier to blame others, but spiritual maturity demands we examine ourselves.Recap of Parts 1 & 2:* Tradition: Keeps us stuck in the past, resistant to change, and limits God's move.* Religion: Focuses on form over transformation, blocks God's power, and prioritizes appearance over relationship.Part 3: Offense – A Trap That Derails DestinyKey Scripture:Luke 17:1 (NKJV) – "It is impossible that no offenses should come, but woe to him through whom they do come."Jesus makes it clear: Offenses are unavoidable, but how we handle them is our responsibility.What Is Offense?* Offense is a satanic trap (Greek: skandalon – a baited trap).* It is designed to steal your blessings, destroy relationships, fracture churches, and delay your destiny.* When you're offended, you get stuck in time – emotionally and spiritually frozen in the moment of the hurt.Common Sources of Offense:* Small slights (someone didn’t speak to you).*