Bentness Vs Listening To God - Leanne Payne

The sermon emphasizes the importance of listening to God as the path to true identity and healing, contrasting this with secularized therapeutic approaches that neglect the cross and leave individuals trapped in a cycle of introspection and ego-driven needs. It highlights the significance of a vertical relationship with God, advocating for a return to uprightness and obedience to overcome brokenness and codependency, particularly in marriage and parenting, and ultimately finding freedom from manipulation and a deeper sense of self through listening to and obeying God's voice, rather than seeking validation from external sources or idols.