No hypocrisy; Be devoted (Rom 12:9-10) No hypocrisy; Be devoted (Rom 12:9-10) Owe nothing except love (Rom 13:8a) Owe nothing except love (Rom 13:8a)

Slides:



Advertisements
Similar presentations
Its ALL about God (KIF Fall Series, Sermon 9). To have close intimate friendships with non-Christians in such a way that they can see the Holy Spirit.
Advertisements

In Non-Essentials, Liberty Romans 14:1-15:7 Message 3 in our 4-part series called Growing in Grace Sunday, September 27, 2009 Speaker: Phil Hainaut.
Just a Closer Walk with Jesus.
A Departing Prayer “Praying for GUS” John G lorify (1, 5, 10, 22, 24)...Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also may glorify You (1).....glorify Me.
Building Christian Harmony The Paradox of Christian Freedom.
After Jesus said this, he looked toward heaven and prayed: Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you. For you granted.
Formula for Spiritual Unity Philippians 2:1-4. Therefore if there is any encouragement in Christ, if there is any consolation of love, if there is any.
Why in the World Are You? Genesis 1:26-28
We Are Family! Romans 14. We Are Family! Romans 14.
Radical Commitment Luke 9 :
When Christians Disagree
@LifehouseDSM #riddlemethisseries
The Problem of Offense I Corinthians 8.
Stumbling Block Romans 14: Therefore let us not pass judgment on one another any longer, but rather decide never to put a stumbling block or.
1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1 23 All things are lawful for me, but not all things are helpful; all things are lawful for me, but not all things edify. 24 Let.
The Foundation Knowing. Review Most things need a proper foundation A building, a sports team, individual athletics, and disciples. Steps need to be followed.
R ECEIVING O NE A NOTHER Romans 14:1-13 Page 966 in Pew Bibles.
Jesus, the Only Way Why him? Why just one?. The Gospel of John 14:6 Jesus said, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father.
Set Apart By God1 An Examination of How God Sets His People Apart From the World (Pt. 3) By Eric Douma Gospel of Grace Fellowship January 18, 2015.
Christian Conduct Part 2
First Things First. Matthew 23: Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you cleanse the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they.
Introduction Romans 14 is one of the most misused passages today, even in the church. This portion of Scripture deals with the conscience, liberties,
The Glories of the Gospel- Our Glorious Freedom –Part 2.
23. Peace & Mutual Edification Romans 14: 1-23 p – 49.
Philippians 2:4. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.
Members of One Another For as we have many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function, so we, being many, are one body in.
Romans 14 Used and Abused - Part 1 -. Romans 14: Used and Abused Romans 14 has been abused when brethren fail to use it at all in order to divide over.
Can I Accept My Brother?.
Accept One Another Romans 14:1-15:14. 2 Introduction Romans 14 is a chapter that describes conflict between Christians Christians are instructed on how.
Becoming A Freedom Fighter Instead of a Food Fighter Romans 14:13-23.
This IS the pop quiz! WHAT WOULD BE YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS? / Being listed as “sound” in your favorite church directory? / Avoiding church funding.
Because of the mercies of God... 1.Present your whole self to God 2.Don’t offer yourself to the world 3.Become transformed.
Community as a means of sanctification. A. The Holy Spirit baptizes us into community. 1 Corinthians 12.13, 27 NIV: “For we were all baptized by one Spirit.
Image from spreadingthefame.com Into what will I grow? The Promised Results of Progressive Sanctification [Spiritual Growth]
Getting Your Church Together (Biblical Unity in a “Me First” World) Part Three Philippians 2:3-4 September 27, /4/
Philippians 2:1-11 “Therefore if there is any consol- ation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy,
Forsaking the Church?. Acts 11: telling them the good news about the Lord Jesus. a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord. News.
Calling BLACK BLACK and WHITE WHITE What Is Sin? –Lawlessness 1 John 3:4; 5:17 Love Not The World –Must live IN the world but must not be OF the world.
Chapter 14. Knowing God Prayer Bible REading Fellowship caring for poor Giving Serving Stealing Lying Adultery Homosexuality Coveting Drunkenness Murder.
1 Peter 4:7-11 But the end of all things is at hand: be you therefore sober, and watch to prayer. 8And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves:
“Relational Health” Romans 14:1-23 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church, Pastor Dave Martin – Oct 18, 2015 Cross Creek Community Church, Pastor Dave.
4wDQ&feature=related zE48A&feature=related
THE FAMILY OF GOD Ephesians 2:19. “So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household.
Getting Your Church Together (Biblical Unity in a “Me First” World) Part Four Philippians 2:3-4 October 4, /29/
THE SACRIFICIAL LIFE INVOLVES SACRIFICING FREEDOM FOR FELLOWSHIP.
I SURRENDER MY BODY OUR THEME FOR 2013 IS “I SURRENDER ALL” WE TAKE THE 1 ST SUNDAY EACH MONTH AND EXPLORE OUR THEME THIS MORNING WE FOCUS OUR MINDS ON.
Christians should never drink alcohol. Communion should always be served with wine. Christians should meet regularly for instruction, encouragement and.
The Weak and the Strong Unity in the Living, Breathing, Local Church Romans 14:13-23 Romans Series #49 Grace Baptist Church 7/26/15.
First Things First Matthew 22, 28, John 13. Psalm 19:1 The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.
Live Loved The character of the love that we have received will result in that same love flowing out of us.
The First Epistle to the Corinthians July 24, 2016 Bob Eckel 1 1 Corinthians 10: The Principle of Christian Liberty I Corinth 10:23 – “All things.
8 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. Galatians 1:8 ESV.
The Church.
Ephesians 5: So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. 18 And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation,
Romans Part IV Lesson 6.
13 Therefore let us not pass judgment on one another any longer, but rather decide never to put a stumbling block or hindrance in the way of a brother.
Philippians For Times Like These
Edify One Another Text: Romans 15:1-2; 9/17/2018.
Please … Romans as a legal drama Prosecution – 18 January
The Epistle To The Philippians
“Considerate” convictions Making behavioral decisions
Living together as the people of God
Romans 14.
“Saved For Service” Romans 12:3-8.
Equipped for the Work of Ministry
The Weak and the Strong Romans 14:1 – 15:6.
Welcome! Bibles and copies of sermons are available Please silence your cell phones Sunday Bible Classes 9:30 AM Worship.
9 Let love be without hypocrisy.
The Submissive Mind of Christ
UNITY – The Unity of God’s Family (all passages from NASB)
Presentation transcript:

No hypocrisy; Be devoted (Rom 12:9-10) No hypocrisy; Be devoted (Rom 12:9-10) Owe nothing except love (Rom 13:8a) Owe nothing except love (Rom 13:8a) Fulfills the law (Rom 13:8b; 10b) Fulfills the law (Rom 13:8b; 10b) Love your neighbor as yourself (Rom 13:9b) Love your neighbor as yourself (Rom 13:9b) Love does no wrong (Rom 13:10a) Love does no wrong (Rom 13:10a) Shows we’re Christ’s disciples (John 13:35) Shows we’re Christ’s disciples (John 13:35)

“In essentials, UNITY; in non- essentials, LIBERTY; in all things, LOVE.” (St. Augustine, AD)

1. On which day should Christians worship? 2. Can a Christian in good conscience eat “unclean” food? 3. Can a Christian in good conscience drink “unclean” wine?

Don’t Judge; That’s God’s job (14:1-4; 10-13) Don’t Judge; That’s God’s job (14:1-4; 10-13) Be Accepting (14:1; 15:7) Be Accepting (14:1; 15:7)

1. Absolutely not. – “Judgmental” Christian 2. Certainly yes. – “Stronger” Christian – “Condescending” Christian 3. Probably not...but unsure – “Weaker” Christian – “Vulnerable” Christian 4. It depends – “Stronger” Christian

Don’t Cause to Stumble (14:13, 21) Don’t Cause to Stumble (14:13, 21) Pursue Peace (14:19) Pursue Peace (14:19) – Matthew 5:9

Don’t Tear Down (14:20) Don’t Tear Down (14:20) Build Up One Another (14:19b) Build Up One Another (14:19b) – Eph. 4:12-13 “for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of Christ.”

Don’t demand for own rights Don’t demand for own rights Be willing to give up rights (14:21) Be willing to give up rights (14:21) – 1 Corinthians 8:9, 13 – 1 Cor. 9:1-4

Don’t focus on myself Don’t focus on myself My goal is to glorify God My goal is to glorify God – Romans 14:7-8; 15:5-6 – 1 Cor. 10:31 “Whether, then, you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”

Paul’s Summary… Paul’s Summary… Philippians 2:3 “Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind let each of you regard one another as more important than himself.”

Questions for Gray Areas: 1) Is it beneficial? (1 Cor. 6:12a; 10:23a) 2) Will it enslave me? (1 Cor. 6:12b) 3) Is it constructive? (1 Cor. 10:23b)

Is it OK to work on Sunday? Can I lift my hands in worship? Should Christians drink alcohol? Can Christians listen to secular music? Can Christians get tattoos? Where should my children go to school? Can Christians smoke? What movies are OK? PG? PG13? R? What clothing can we wear?

To live above with saints we love, Ahh, that will be glory. To live below with saints we know, Well, that’s a different story!