Transformation
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Breaking Bad Habits: A Guide for Christians
Habits That Should Be Broken: Drinking (1 Peter 2:11) Tobacco Use (1 Corinthians 6:13-20) Swearing, Cursing, & Profanity (Ephesians 4:29) Gossiping (Proverbs 18:8) Faultfinding (Matthew 7:1-5) Anxiety (Philippians 4:6-7) Steps to Break a Bad Habit: Cultivate an intense desire to quit (Romans 12:9). Develop a strong aversion to the habit. Implore the aid of God… Continue reading
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Forgiveness: God’s Will for Us
1. Forgiveness is Lacking Today Many people struggle with extending or receiving forgiveness. 2. Forgiveness is a Command Matthew 6:14 – Forgive others as God forgives you. 3. Forgiveness is the Key to Our Forgiveness Matthew 6:15 – Our own forgiveness is conditional upon forgiving others. 4. Forgiveness is Christ-Likeness 2 Chronicles 15:1-2 – Reflecting… Continue reading
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Christians & the Gospel
Concerning the Gospel of Christ: Read & understand itActs 8:30-31 – “Do you understand what you are reading?” Don’t be ashamed of itRomans 1:16 – “I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ.” Obey it2 Thessalonians 1:8-9 – “Obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Preach itMark 16:15-16 – “Go into all… Continue reading
