Romans 12v11Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. (ESV) Introduction:The Nature and Danger of Sloth 1. Defining Sloth Biblically1.1 Key Biblical Terms a. Slothful (oknēros): sluggish, backward in effort. b. Idle: refusing labour when duty calls. c. Apathy: spiritual indifference, coldness of heart. d. Proverbs 13:4.1.2 A Practical Definition …
Colossians 4:2–6Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— that I may make it clear, which is how I ought…
Theme:Christ redeems sinners enslaved to gluttony and addiction, empowering them to live in self-controlled freedom for His glory. Introduction:Understanding Addiction and Gluttony in a Broken World. Biblical Definitions:Gluttony is the overindulgence of God’s gifts, especially food and drink, to the point that it becomes idolatrous, self-centred, and enslaving.Proverbs 23:20-21: “Be not among drunkards or among…
Colossians 3:18-4:1Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives, and do not be harsh with them. Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.Bondservants, obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way…
Philippians 4:4-9Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,…
Colossians 3:5-17Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. On account of these the wrath of God is coming. In these you too once walked, when you were living in them. But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander,…
Mark 9v24Immediately the father of the child cried out and said, “I believe; help my unbelief!” (ESV) 1. The nature of doubt and lack of faith. 2. The dangers of doubt. 3. God’s compassion toward doubters. 4. The remedies for doubt. 5. Encouragement for doubting believers.
Colossians 3v5-11 Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. On account of these the wrath of God is coming. In these you too once walked, when you were living in them. But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and…
1 John 5 v21 1. The Biblical Definition of IdolatryIdolatry is giving ultimate love, loyalty, trust, fear, or worship to anything or anyone other than the one true God.– Exodus 20:3–4– Romans 1:25Here are two things to note:a. Idolatry may be external, worshiping an image, bowing before a relic, burning incense to a statue.b. Idolatry…
Key Text: Proverbs 12:22Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who act faithfully are His delight. (ESV) Theme:God is a God of truth; lying and deception come from Satan, and those saved by grace are called to speak the truth in love. 1. The Origin of Lying: Satan, the Father of Lies.1.1…