2. 2 Peter 1:8-9 “For if these qualities are yours and are increasing, they render you neither useless nor unfruitful in the true knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. For he who lacks these qualities is blind or short-sighted, having forgotten his purification from his former sins. ” Do Not Forget Your Purification

3. Philippians 3:7-21 “…if, by any means, I may attain to the resurrection from the dead...” (3:11) 1 Corinthians 15:35-42 The Mindset of Paul

4. The Wages of Sin “The wages of sin is death” (Rom. 6:23) Adam and Eve were separated from God and forbidden access to the tree of life. “Therefore, just as through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men, because all sinned... (Rom. 5:12) “You were dead in your trespasses and sins” (Eph. 2:1)

5. Acts 20:28 – purchased by Christ’s blood Acts 2:38; 47 – remission of sins Ephesians 1:7-8 – redemption in Christ Ephesians 5:25-27 – pure, without spot Hebrews 8:8,12 – remember sins no more Ephesians 2:8-9 - entrance not merited Luke 13:1-5 - no one is a “worse” sinner James 2:8-10 - one sin makes us guilty of all The Church

6. Our Job As Christians Matthew 22:37-39 HAVE A HEART THAT PUTS GOD FIRST Be holy Love the truth Keep God’s commandments Draw near to God Do good unto others Repent, and confess our sins TRUST GOD

7. Ephesians 6:10-13 ( NKJV ) 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Our Enemy

8. Truth, Righteousness, Preparation of the Gospel, Faith, Word of God, Prayer Will You Take A Stand Against Sin? Purity in Doctrine Purity in Morals Purity in Relationships

9. Purity in Doctrine Is it a sin to teach or practice those things which are outside of or contrary to the Word of God? Is a denomination outside of God’s Word? Is salvation by faith alone without baptism outside of God’s Word? Is accepting into fellowship those who are in adulterous marriages outside of God’s Word? Is ignoring corrective discipline when a Christian is walking disorderly contrary to God’s Word? Is using a piano in worship outside of God’s Word? Is using church funds to provide recreation or a common meal outside of God’s Word? Will You Take A Stand Against Sin?

10. Purity in Morals Is it a sin to participate in or condone those things which God has said are unrighteous and ungodly? Is it unrighteous to wear immodest clothing? Is it unrighteous to lust in the heart after a woman? Is it unrighteous to engage in sensual behavior on a date? Is it unrighteous to recreationally watch or listen to sensual or corrupt material? Is it unrighteous to recreationally use alcohol? Is it unrighteous to cheat on your taxes or steal from your work place? Will You Take A Stand Against Sin?

11. Purity in Relationships Is it a sin to act in an unrighteous manner toward your family, brethren or neighbor? Is it unrighteous to hold a grudge (take account of a wrong suffered)? Is it unrighteous to ignore a sin problem with a brother? Is it unrighteous to yell at or speak harshly to your spouse? Is it unrighteous to spread criticism (gossip)? Is it unrighteous to be critical of your spouse to others? Is it unrighteous to show disrespect to your parents? Will You Take A Stand Against Sin?

12. Conclusion The church is not a social club. The church is about reconciliation with God through repentance of sin. Elders are to shepherd the flock to help prevent and overcome sin. Instruction, doctrine, reproof, discipline – all with that one purpose.

13. Will You Become A Christian? Hear The Gospel (Rom. 10:17) Believe in Jesus as the Son of God (John 8:24) Repent of Your Sins (Acts 17:30-31) Confess Jesus as Lord (Rom 10:9-10) Be Baptized for Forgiveness of Sins (Acts 2:38) Live Faithfully Until You Die (Rev. 2:10)