God’s Measure of a Christian 2/23/2019 4:41 PM 1 Samuel 16:6,7 God’s Measure of a Christian © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

The Measure Often Used By Brethren 2/23/2019 4:41 PM The Measure Often Used By Brethren Often Measure Christians by: Their Attendance at the Assemblies of the church If the attend ALL of the assemblies – they must be “faithful brethren” If they attend SOME of the assemblies – they must be “weak brethren” Their Participation in church-related activities If they participate in ALL of the activities – Bible classes, home studies, etc. – they must be “strong brethren” © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

The Measure Often Used By Brethren 2/23/2019 4:41 PM The Measure Often Used By Brethren Often Measure Christians by: But if for ANY reason they do not participate in ALL that the church offers, their “commitment” is suspect Their Leadership abilities Men are considered strong Christians if they- Lead singing, lead prayers, help serve the Lord’s Supper, teach classes, preach sermons, etc. Women are considered strong Christians if they – teach children’s classes, women’s classes, prepare communion, clean the building, etc. © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

The Measure Often Used By Brethren 2/23/2019 4:41 PM The Measure Often Used By Brethren Problem with this Measure Tends to measure the OUTSIDE of man Do ALL these things – spiritually destitute INSIDE Hypocrites can exist comfortably with such a measure Brethren remain in “spiritual immaturity” if this is the only measure given to them It tends to neglect the multi-faceted nature of the body of Christ Teaching over Service – Romans 12:3-8 “all do not have the same function” © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

The Measure Of A Strong Christian 2/23/2019 4:41 PM The Measure Of A Strong Christian Found in Scriptures Such As: Galatians 5:22,23 “fruit of the Spirit” Here are the qualities of a man who is truly SPIRITUAL Evidence that He is truly led by the Spirit Galatians 6:1,2 “bear one another’s burdens” First the “inner man” must be changed Colossians 3:12-17 “above all these things put on love” Begins with the “inner man” © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

The Measure Of A Strong Christian 2/23/2019 4:41 PM The Measure Of A Strong Christian Consider Passages given to: Preachers Live what you preach – 1 Timothy 6:11; 2 Timothy 2:22 Contend with right spirit? – 1 Timothy 6:12; 2 Timothy 2:23-25 Bishops (elders, pastors) Children in subjection – Titus 1:5,6 Quick to anger, unable to teach – Titus 1:7-9 © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

The Measure Of A Strong Christian 2/23/2019 4:41 PM The Measure Of A Strong Christian Consider Passages given to: Members Young and Old Is their conduct becoming their stage in life? Titus 2:1-8 “having nothing evil to say of you” The Challenges of Such a Measure- Emphasizes the reformation of the INSIDE first, trusting the OUTSIDE will naturally follow Requires “transformation” when conformation would be a lot easier Trying to get involved in teaching before ready – James 3:1,2 © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

The Measure Of A Strong Christian 2/23/2019 4:41 PM The Measure Of A Strong Christian This is a measure that often only the Lord sees We see each other only for a short time each week But the Lord sees us as we really are! Some who seem “passive” when together may be “active” when apart Active in their warfare against personal sin Active in their daily service to others Activity we may never SEE – but the Lord knows! © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

I Samuel 16:7 7 But the LORD said to Samuel, "Do not look at his appearance or at the height of his stature, because I have refused him. For the LORD does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart."