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Worldly Philosophies It is heartbreaking for a godly man to see those who claim to love the Lord live by worldly philosophies You only go around once, so go for the gusto - Living for the adventure and thrills of the moment Looking out for #1 - Selfishly demanding rights instead of looking out for others

Worldly Philosophies Eat, drink and be merry - hedonism - seeking out as much pleasure and happiness as possible Don't worry - be happy - Ignore your problems & only consider what is best for you I'm a product of my environment - My problems are someone else’s fault

Worldly Philosophies My kids are going to have what I did not - I don’t like my life, so I will live it through my children I don't want to get involved - I don’t care, so don’t bother me I'm okay, You're okay and That's fine for you - There is no ultimate truth, so it varies with each person

Worldly Philosophies Denial that truth can be known is an absolute statement Biblical truth warns that those in sin are not okay, but are facing God’s judgement Those who deny absolute truth cannot tolerate those who recognize it.

Review 2 Peter 1:16-21 The Scriptures are not fairy tales, myths, or the philosophies of men. The Apostles were eyewitnesses of what they reported The origin of Scripture is in God, not man.

Review 2 Peter 1:16-21 God communicated to man in many ways including: Directly as with Adam and Moses (Genesis 1:28-29; Exodus 33:11) A physical manifestation of Himself as with Abraham (Genesis 18),

Review 2 Peter 1:16-21 In a dream or vision Solomon (1 Kings 3:5), Ezekiel (Ezekiel 1:1), Paul (Acts 9:10) Through an angel - Gabriel talking to Daniel (Daniel 8:16) Mary (Luke 1:19)

Review 2 Peter 1:16-21 Through His son, Jesus - Hebrews 1:2-3 The Bible was inspired (God breathed) and recorded by men as the Holy Spirit moved them (2 Tim. 3:16)

The Need of a Biblical Mindset Why does the church battle worldliness and schisms among its members? There are proper reasons to be separate, including heresy - 2 Corinthians 6:14-17

The Need of a Biblical Mindset Most church schisms are caused by Unbiblical doctrine Over emphasized minor doctrines Personal preferences Pride Immaturity The church would be very different if its people had a truly Biblical mindset

Developing a Biblical Mindset 2 Corinthians 10:4 - Paul’s ministry set out to take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ Romans 12:1-2 - the practical and reasonable response to the gospel

Developing a Biblical Mindset How can conformity to the world be resisted when you are pressured & tempted Recognize you are bought with the price of the precious blood of Christ Recognize you are not a slave to sin, but a slave of God & righteousness (Rom. 6, Gal. 2:20)

Developing a Biblical Mindset Be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Transformed = metamorphosis The old way of thinking is marked “defective” and replaced by a new way of thinking

The Power of the Bible 2 Timothy 3:16-17 By the work & power of the Holy Spirit, the Bible will profit you to be adequate & equipped for every good work Teaching / Doctrine - Scripture points us to the path of life and answer life’s great questions

The Power of the Bible 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Reproof is to rebuke with sufficient cause to bring about conviction of sin. See Matthew 18:15, Galatians 6:1-2 The Scriptures point out where a person has gotten off the path of life and moved out of fellowship

The Power of the Bible 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Correction restores to a right state. Scripture directs how to overcome sin & get back on the path of life Instruction - trains us in righteousness. See Psalm 119:9-11 Scripture tells us how to stay on the path of life & in fellowship with God

Doctrine Instruction in Righteousness Reproof Correction

Conclusions Do you have a Biblical mindset? A Biblical mindset is characterized by striving to be transformed by the renewing of your mind

Which is more important to you? Conclusions Which is more important to you? Being in agreement with God and pleasing Him or avoiding being rejected by others?

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