Playlist: Exposure, Fear of (topic)
Self-Confidence
Sermonette by James C. StoertzThis world in general touts self-confidence as a key indicator of capability and success, even if one has to 'fake it' until he makes it.
Getting to Know You: Empathy in the Feast
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityWhile humans possess a neurological capacity for empathy, it must be actively developed through listening and perspective-taking.
New Covenant Priesthood (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPride breeds a fear of exposure, because the proud cannot bear to let others see a weakness. In marital counseling, the man with a strong ego problem is typically the one unwilling to seek help. He takes a "well, it's your problem" attitude toward his wife because he is too ashamed to let others know he has a weakness. The …
Faith (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe hallmark of Christian character is humility, which comes about only when one sees himself in comparison to God. Pride makes distorted comparisons.
The Imposter Syndrome
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityThe Imposter Syndrome leads to an identity crisis with an exterior covering or facade that protects exposure of internal feelings of inadequacy.
Does Doctrine Really Matter? (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFear of exposure arises when individuals dread the loss of position, social standing, or acceptance among peers they respect, leading them to conceal their beliefs rather than submit openly to God's Word. Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, though disciples, acted in secret because they feared condemnation from Jewish leaders, …