Hebrews 2:1 “For This reason we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.”

Slides:



Advertisements
Similar presentations
Old Paths (Jer. 6:16) By Path. Indianapolis I-65 I-40 Nashville Louisville Where should we be? Where have we been? Where are we now? Where are we headed.
Advertisements

Who Does the Lion Get? 1 Peter 5:8 INTRODUCTION… 1. These pictures add a remarkable perspective to Peter’s words in 1 Peter 5:8: “Be sober,
Hebrews 2:1 HOW ARE YOU CAPTAINING YOUR SHIP. Hebrews 2:1 “We must, therefore, pay even more attention to what we have heard, so that we will not drift.
Hebrews 2:1-4. PAY ATTENTION Hebrews 2:1 Pay Closer Attention to what you have heard.
BY JEREMY ORAM THE OUR FATHER. OUR FATHER This is saying we have a strong relationship with Our Father, as we are his children. This is relevant to us.
Making A Better Effort In Serving The Lord We all CAN do better, Are we willing to do better?
Introduction We tend to put things off that aren’t problems now (house, health, finances, etc.) We ignore the warning signs and eventually our neglect.
“Remember Lot’s Wife” Luke 17:32 Likewise as it was also in the days of Lot: They ate, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they built; but.
Introduction Webster defines the word “consider” To think about carefully To think about with regard to taking some action. To regard in a kind or attentive.
Revelation 2 Listen Up!. He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.
The Gospel According to Paul Romans Chapter 7 v.1-3- under only one law at a time v.4-6- dead to the law, like dead to sin v Paul defends the law.
Departing from the living God Hebrews 3:12. What happens When you Depart from God? You depart from your duties to worship God You depart from your duties.
Faith Healing Does It Exist Today?. Faith Healing Many different ideas about it Misunderstanding about it Misapplied and misused today Some meanings.
Danger Is Never Far From Complacency Amos 6:1 “Woe to you who are at ease in Zion, And trust in Mount Samaria, Notable persons in the chief nation, To.
BIBLE – EVIDENCES OF DRIFTING HOSEA 11:7 Text. Bible – Evidences of Drifting Things we should know - – Hebrews 3:12 – Drifting requires no effort – Rev.
The Certified Gospel “But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man.” ~ Galatians 1:11 “But I certify you, brethren,
Hebrews: The Superiority of Christ Christ: Too Important To Drift From Hebrews 2:1-4 (ESV)
(John 16:33 KJV) These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have.
“Lord... grant to your servants to continue to speak your word with all boldness” Acts 4:29 (ESV)
Once, Always The doctrine of once saved, always saved, gives great comfort to many religious people today. Millions consider the only thing necessary for.
Do You Remember? Will They Remember? Ex. 12:26. Memorial Established Ex. 12 Momentous Events vss. 1-2 New calendar was established. vss Passover.
A Focused Life August 3. Think About It What devices do you use to enable you to focus and see things more clearly either closely or at a distance? Today.
ARE WE READY TO GROW? As a congregation, we can offer assemblies that edify But in the following instructions I do not commend you, because when you.
WHY MANY PEOPLE ARE NOT SAVED MATTHEW 7:13-14 Part 3.
"THE DANGERS OF DRIFTING”
Study on the Dangers Confronting 2 nd Generation Believers Second Generation Syndrome (A Group of Symptoms)
Shipwrecked Faith 1 Timothy 1:18-20
Don McClainW. 65th St church of Christ 9/4/04 1. Don McClainW. 65th St church of Christ 9/4/04 2  People can drift away – Heb 2:1; Gal 5:4 -  Causes.
“Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.” Heb.2:1 ASV Times of Rededication.
“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:16.
By Scott Heppell. This is saying that we have a very strong relationship with our father as we are his children. This is relevant as we know him as god.
The Facts of Being Lost Luke 15:4-32 Ephesians 2:1-3 And you were dead in the trespasses and sins 2 in which you once walked, following the course of.
What Is the Difference…. Studies from John’s gospel John 12:35-50.
Resolve to come to a definite or earnest decision about; determine (to do something) Dictionary.com James 4:14-16 “If the Lord wills, we will live and.
Why We Should Listen Hebrews 1 : 1 – 2 : 4. Why We Should Listen Hebrews 1:1-2 God, after He spoke long ago to the fathers in the prophets in many portions.
Bible Obedience Luke 6:46 Bible Obedience Luke 6:46.
Avoiding Spiritual Shipwreck There are physical shipwrecks. There are also spiritual shipwrecks. 1 Timothy 1:18-20.
Drifting is very dangerous, it can happen unnoticed. Many Christians are drifting toward spiritual destruction. Heb. 2:1-3.
True & Better Christ in Hebrews. True & Better Christ the Messenger Hebrews 1 & 2.
Following Jesus The Red Letters Gabe Orea. XICF. 22 Feb LI.
We Must Look To The Creator Of Marriage! God  If God has created man, then we must take things in a more serious light.  God created man (Gen. 1:26-27).
BEWARE!!! A look at warnings for our spiritual lives and our soul.
The Man of God 1 Tim. 6:3-14 The Man of God is Known… By What He Flees From. (6:11) - Conceit (6:4) - Morbid interest in controversial questions and disputes.
Reasons We Resist Becoming Mature Honest Confession  “Old Habits Die Hard”  We want a Savior not a Master  We stop short of our potential.
T HE M OST D ANGEROUS H ABIT “ But you have carefully followed my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, love, perseverance.” {2 Timothy.
Old Paths (Jer. 6:16) By Path. Where should we be? Where have we been? Where are we now? Where are we headed if we continue on same path? As Individuals.
Hebrews 2:1-4.
MIKE MAZZALONGO Jesus: Greater than the Angels – Part 2 3.
Christ Is Superior to Angels Hebrews 1:4-2:4. Christ Is Superior “Having become as much superior to angels as the name he has obtained it more excellent.
“FEAR NOT!” ISAIAH 41:9-10 “I took you from the ends of the earth, from its farthest corners I called you. I said, ‘You are my servant; I have.
 Requires NO EFFORT -  Not Easily Detectible In The Beginning -  We Never Drift Upstream -  The Speed Downstream Increases -  It’s Harmful To Others.
…. Exhortations From Heb 2:1 The Danger Of Drifting  Many will deny this [Denominationalism]  “Once Saved, Always Saved” is comforting  The.
The Danger of Unbelief Mark 8: The Danger of Unbelief 1. The desire for a sign Rather than believing what Jesus declared by faith, they demand more.
Philippians 3:1-4. Philippians 3:1-4 (NLT) 1 Whatever happens, my dear brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord. I never get tired of telling you these.
Getting Ready??? Christmas is only 3 weeks away! BUT….
JOHN 1:1-5 1 In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He existed in the beginning with God. 3 God created.
Am I Drifting? I. Basic Principles of Drifting. A. It requires no effort. B. It is an unconscious process. C. We never drift upstream (2 Pet 3:17-18).
DRIFTING ARE YOU DRIFTING? Heb. 2:1-3a Intro.
Take It Seriously Hebrews 2:1-4. Take It Seriously Hebrews 2:1-4.
1.
#catscdailies 23rd January 2017
Hope Community Bible Church
Are You Drifting.
Mission Drift.
Introduction Drifting can end in tragedy in the physical realm.
“Therefore we must give the more earnest heed to the things we have heard, lest we drift away.” Hebrews 2:1.
Warm Up.
A D R I F T Hebrews 2:1-4.
Can I lose my salvation?.
“Therefore we must give the more earnest heed to the things we have heard, lest we drift away. 2 For if the word spoken through angels proved steadfast,
Presentation transcript:

Hebrews 2:1 “For This reason we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.”

Things we should know about drifting. Requires no effort It is an unconsciouse process Never drift upstream or against the tide The speed downstream increases Becomes dangerous to others It can end in shipwreck or destruction

Common signs of drifting Diminishing desire to study God’s word. Diminishing desire to be with God’s people. Diminishing desire to share the gospel. Increasing thrill over things of the world.

Remedies against drifting Keep rowing Watch out for the undercurrents Expect to go against the tide We must have strong anchorage

Conclusion Brethren, we are drifting. The danger is real, we would be fools to say otherwise. Many have drifted away from the Lord, we would be arrogant to say that it could not happen to us. Are there signs of drifting in your life?