1. Live a Life Part 3
The greatest principles of the gospel are to be fitted to the smallest duties. MacLaren The Christian's life is to harmonize with his creed. G. J. Procter October 14, 2018

2. Ephesians 4:1-3
I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.

3. Philippians 1:27
Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,

4. Philippians 1:27
Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,

5. Philippians 1:27
Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,

6. Isaiah 25:4
For You have been a stronghold to the poor, a stronghold to the needy in his distress, a shelter from the storm and a shade from the heat; for the breath of the ruthless is like a storm against a wall,

7. Hiding Place
Psalm 32:7 You are a hiding place for me; You preserve me from trouble; You surround me with shouts of deliverance. Psalm 119:114 You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in Your word.

8. Trials
James 1:2 - Count it all joy, my brothers, when (not if) you meet trials of various kinds, 2 Timothy 3:12 - Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted,

9. Philippians 1:27
Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,

10. Philippians 1:27
Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,

11. Romans 12:2
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

12. 1 Corinthians 2:16
“For who has understood the mind of the Lord so as to instruct Him?” But we have the mind of Christ.

13. Philippians 1:27
Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,

14. 2 Corinthians 5:20
Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.

15. Philippians 1:28
and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God.

16. Philippians 1:28
and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God.

17. And in nothing terrified by your adversaries,
And in nothing terrified by your adversaries,... Not by Satan, though a roaring lion, for Christ is greater than he; nor by the world which Christ has overcome; nor by false teachers, though men of art and cunning; nor by violent persecutors, who can do no more than kill, the body; let not the power, the rage, the cunning, or the violence of one or the other, move, discourage, or affright from a close attachment to the Gospel and the truths of it: John Gill ( )

18. Philippians 1:28
and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God.

19. No Fear!
Proverbs 28:1 - The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion.

20. No Fear!
1 John 4:18 - There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.

21. No Fear!
2 Timothy 1:7 - for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control (sound mind).

22. A Worthy Manner of Life We learn to stand firm in and by the Spirit
We learn to align our thinking with the Word of God
We learn to strive together for other believers in the Gospel not against them
We learn to overcome fear

23. For Our Consideration
What does standing firm mean to you in your daily life?
Are you taking time to have your mind renewed in God’s Word?
Do you understand the Gospel and how do we strive together with others for the Good News?
Is there any unhealthy fear in your life?

24. Prayer Focus
Thank You Father that Your perfect love casts out all fear
Thank You for giving us Your Word to lead and guide us daily
Thank You for Your grace, mercy, and unending love – may we learn to share it freely