The Danger of Religious Fanaticism

I. Preaching exposes fanaticism (vv. 8-10, 19) 

II. The nature and manifestation of fanaticism (vv. 11-13, 19)

A. Deifying either people or things 

B. No interest in hearing the truth

C. Easily controlled by emotions

D. Spiritual threat to those around them

III. Victory over fanaticism (vv. 14-20)

A. God and His power to create (v. 15) 

B. God and his providence and care (vv. 16-17)

C. The Gospel call (v. 15)