Impossible Christianity | Dr. Kevin DeYoung | ITS Leadership Seminar

Many Christians live with the quiet assumption that discipleship is bound to end in failure—that following Jesus is simply “impossible.” In this talk, Dr. Kevin DeYoung challenges that assumption by showing how Scripture calls us to real, faithful obedience—imperfect yet genuine—and reminds us that God is actually pleased with us, his children. Drawing from the New Testament, DeYoung calls believers to rediscover the joy of hearing God say, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” 0:00 – Greetings & Pastoral Internships 3:12 – The Story Behind "Impossible Christianity" 9:45 – Running as a Metaphor for Discipleship 13:00 – Why Christianity Feels Impossible 16:07 – Will God Be Happy With Me? (Parable of the Talents) 22:40 – Assurance in 1 John: True vs. Perfect Obedience 30:12 – Can Christians Really Obey How They Need To? 38:34 – How to Please God (Our Loving Father) 46:30 – How to Make the Hall of Fame of Faith (Hebrews 11) 51:14 – Ordinary Believers Are Joyfully Commended (Paul's Letters) 52:44 – Prayer For those interested in going deeper, learn more about Indianapolis Theological Seminary and how to take the next step toward a Christ-centered journey of theological education: https://go.indysem.org/request-more-info #ImpossibleChristianity #KevinDeYoung #ChristianDiscipleship #FaithfulLiving #GospelHope #Sanctification #ReformedTheology