Matthew 12:46-50 God’s design for the family: Genesis 1:27-28, 2:24 At Salvation we become children of God: John 1:12-13, 1 John 3:1-2 I. The Appearance Of Jesus’ Biological Family – Vss. 46-47 . Brothers: Matthew 13:55-56, Mark 6:3 . . His brothers do not believe in Him – John 7:1-5 until after the…
Matthew 7:12 Two components of the Golden Rule that should motivate our love for others1. The Exhortation of the Golden Rule. Matthew 25:35-392. The Motivation of the Golden Rule. Leviticus 19:18, Matthew 19:16-19, 22:34-36; Romans 13:8-10, Galatians 5:14 You can not – and will not – do it in your own strength It has…
1 Thessalonians 5:12-22 3 Relational Qualities Necessary to Promote Growth in the Church 1. Responding Well to Faithful Leadership 2. Ministering to One Another 3. Pursuing a Sound Spiritual Life
Matthew 5:9 The Importance of Being a Peacemaker. It DOES NOT mean: a ‘peaceful’ person, a ‘tolerant’ person, A ‘peace at any price’ appeaser. This leads to a false peace – Jeremiah 6:14, Ezekiel 13:10-11. It does mean: . True peacemakers are not afraid to make waves…
Matthew 5:7 The Important Quality of Demonstrating Mercy. A. The definition of mercy. Pity toward another with a desire to meet their need. Antithesis: The Pharisees – Matthew 9:13, 23:23:21-35. B. Illustrations of mercy. God – the epitome…
Select Scripture Do our words build up or tear down? Proverbs 10:21, 14:3, 20:5 Few Words – calculated, controlled, careful, deliberate. Proverbs 17:28, 10:8, 10, 19; 11:12, 13:3, 15:28, 21:23, James 1:19 Timely Words – Words that are apt and appropriate for that particular situation. A. Words of Encouragement. Proverbs 12:25, 15:23, 16:24,…
Proverbs 31:10-31 Five qualities of a Godly woman1. Her Marital Life – Vs. 10-12. The Hebrew word used for ‘excellent’ frequently is used in a military context in the OT. and translated as valor/courageous. It implies valuable and trustworthy – Vs 11-12. 2 Kings 24:14, 16, Ruth 3:112. …
Proverbs 6:12-19. God is the standard for love. 1 John 4:7-8, 16; John 3:16, Romans 5:8Because God is love, He hates those things that are contrary to His willGod Hates:. Wicked People: Romans 9:13, Psalm 5:5, 11:5;…
Proverbs 5:1-14 Three Characteristics of Sexual Sin1. It Is Deceptive – Vs. 3-42. It Is Deadly – Vs. 5. Matthew 5:27-30, 1 Corinthians 6:18, 2 Timothy 2:22, Genesis 39:7-123. It Is Destructive. 1 Corinthians 6:15-20 Consequences of Sexual Sin1. Loss of Strength Vs. 9a. Psalm 32:3-42. Loss of Years – Vs. 9b3. Loss of Resources – Vs. 104. Loss of Health –…
1 Thessalonians 5:11 What is biblical encouragement? It speaks biblical truth to one another and points them to the future glories in Jesus Christ. Therefore: because of – Vs. 1-3 – The Day of the Lord. Joel 2:28-32, Zephaniah 1:14-18, 3:15; Zechariah 13:2Vs. 4-6 – Our change of natureVs. 7-8 – Our change of behaviorVs. 9-10 – Our completely…
Colossians 3:12-14 Forgiveness Is Expected – Vs. 12 Ephesians 1:4-5, 1 Peter 1:4 Forgiveness Begins In The Heart – Vs. 12 & 14 Compassion – Mark 8:1-3, Matthew 114:14-16, Jonah 4:10-1-1 Kindness Puts Feet On Compassion – James 2:16 Humility – James 4:6 Gentleness and Patience – Matthew 11:29, Matthew 18:21-22 Forgiveness Must Be Modeled After Christ Jesus – Vs. 13…
Galatians 6:1-5 We Need To Bear One Another’s Burdens vs. 1 – If someone is caught in any trespass the goal is restoration Matthew 18:15, James 5:19-20 The Reason To Bear One Another’s Burdens To fulfill the law of Christ – Matthew 22:37-39, Romans 13:8,10 The Attitude To Bear One Another’s Burdens Stop comparing yourself to others The Balance To Bear One…
James 5:16-18 Acknowledge Your Sin To One-Another Psalm 32:1-5, 15:1-4, 7-10; John 3:19, Proverbs 28:13, Ephesians 5:8-9 Ask On Behalf Of One-Another Ephesians 1:15-16, Colossians 1:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:25, 2 Thessalonians 3:1
Philippians 2:3-4 Humility is the essential attitude that undergirds all the one-anothers. Pride hurts and destroys relationships Isaiah 14:12-15, Daniel 4:29-30, Proverbs 6:16, 16:5, 14, 18:12; James 4:6 How do we foster a heart of humility? 1. Understand The Sinful Threats to Genuine Unity . A. Selfishness – Philippians 1:17, 2 Corinthians 12:20, Galatians 5:19-21, James 3:13-16, 4:1-2 . …