Paul adds jealousy and envy to the list of works of the flesh. Both may lead one to sins such as rage, malice and bring misery on self and others. Let’s look at these serious attitudes that displease the Lord.
Outbursts of anger, disputes, selfish ambition, divisiveness and factions. This list of behaviors springs from a lust for power and control. We will examine these traits in this lesson to help us master these impulses.
Bad attitudes, sour disposition, critical spirit, mean spirited, negative attitude, narcissistic, bitter. The list goes on. Christian’s are as human as unbelievers and we must be watchful and vigilant about uncontrolled, harmful emotions. We will offer some insights and biblical guidance to master our sinful attitudes and harmful emotions.
In our life time we have seen remarkable changes. Many for the good but sadly many not so good. But what changes have we seen in ourselves? As Believers we must press onwards to greater maturity in Christ. This message seeks to provide us greater incentive and ways to do this.
Each prophecy of Christ’s coming has a unique answer to humanity’s needs. They reveal God’s loving plan and ultimate victory over sin and Satan. We will explore some of these and their fulfillments.
Paul categorizes false religion under idolatry and sorcery. We will look at its modern manifestations in this message.
Today we are finding it more and more difficult to draw the line between what is permissible and what is not in making moral judgments. This lesson looks at the first three deeds of the flesh to find more clarity in our pursuit of holiness.
The title points to the constant struggle to please the Lord. The added struggle is determining what is right and wrong. It’s not easy. But we must never depend on our conscience alone. God’s word is the final answer.
It’s time again for Thanksgiving! It’s time every day to recall our blessings and give thanks to the Lord. We will explore David’s thanksgiving to the Lord after giving him the opportunity to bring the ark of the covenant back to where it belonged!
It’s difficult to avoid criticism. If we do something we may get criticized. If we do nothing we will get criticized. But let’s face it! Criticism hurts. We all have fragile egos, and when we receive it, we get knocked down. Of course, not all criticism is deserved. But the question is not whether it is or is not deserved, how should we handle it? This message focuses on this question.