The Greatest Privileges Are In Christ Jesus Let us not abuse such privilege

IT IS A GREAT PRIVILEGE TO HAVE ACCESS TO THE DOCTRINE OF CHRIST. 1 Corinthians 15:1-4. We are to continue in it steadfastly and not go beyond it. 1 Corinthians 15:58 Acts 2:42; 2 John 9.

It will save our souls. James 1:21; Romans 1:16,17. The doctrines of men will condemn. Matthew 15:9. We are warned against the doctrines of men. Galatians 1;6-8; Colossians 2:8.

FELLOWSHIP IS A GREAT PRIVILEGE WHETHER IT IS REFERRING TO ASSEMBLING TOGETHER AS SAINTS OR GIVING OF OUR MEANS TO SUPPORT THE PREACHING OF THE GOSPEL. Philippians 1:3-11; Philippians 4:10-20. We are told to be steadfast and not forsake it. Hebrews 10:25.

Coming together is to be done at every appointed meeting if at all possible. Many seem to think that they are doing God or our brethren a favor when we assemble with the saints. Some have the attitude, you visit me once to encourage me to attend the services and I will certainly come once in return. Laying by in store is to be done upon the 1st day of every week. 1 Corinthians 16:1,2.

It is a grace or gift from God and we are commanded to abound in it. It is a great privilege allowed by God. 2 Corinthians 8:1-7. This giving is to be done, as prospered, willingly, with purpose, and cheerfully. 2 Corinthians 9:6-8.

THE LORD'S SUPPER IS A GREAT PRIVILEGE It is through this means that we commune with the Lord, and He with us. Matthew 26: 26-29. It is through this means that we commemorate the death of suffering of our Lord until He comes again. 1 Corinthians 11:23-30. We are to do this steadfastly upon every 1st day of the week. Acts 2:42; Acts 20:7.

PRAYER IS A GREAT PRIVILEGE It is through prayer that we talk with God, He talks to us through His written Word. Prayer is to be steadfast. Romans 12:12. It is to be addressed to God the Father through Jesus Christ the Lord. Romans 1:8. We are to ask in faith, nothing wavering. James 1:6,7.

We are to ask, doing His will. 1 John 3:22. We are to ask according to His will. 1 John 5:14,15. We must not allow our prayers to be an "abomination" before the Lord. Proverbs 28:9

TO BE ABLE TO ESCAPE HELL AND SATAN IS A GREAT PRIVILEGE Note what Peter says: 2 Peter 1:4; 2 Peter 1:5-11.

TO HAVE A HOME WITH GOD AFTER THIS LIFE IS OVER IS THE GREATEST OF PRIVILEGES A prepared place for a prepared people. John 14:1-3. An eternal home. Psalm 23:6; Ecclesiastes 12:5. But we must prepare for that prepared place. 1 Peter 1:3-9.

CONCLUSION (Part Two) Yes, there are many great privileges for us if we will seek them out and use them. We also need to learn to appreciate these privileges we have. You have the privilege of becoming a Christian today, you might not have this privilege tomorrow. Why not take advantage of this great privilege now?