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Plan for: Thanksgiving | Advent | Christmas
Encourages believers to live godly lives as examples to others, reflecting Christ's love, grace, and truth through their actions and words.
Beloved brothers and sisters, we gather here today under the grace of our Lord, the one who is our strength and our shield, the one who is our fortress and our deliverer. We are here to engage with the Lord's word, to commune with Him, and to seek His guidance in our daily lives. We are here to learn, to grow, and to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.
In the words of Charles Spurgeon, "A Bible that's falling apart usually belongs to someone who isn't." This is a call to immerse ourselves in the Word of God, to cling to it in times of joy and sorrow, in times of peace and turmoil. It is a reminder that our strength, our peace, our joy, and our victory are found in the pages of the Holy Scriptures.
Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of Titus, chapter 2, verses 7-8:
"In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us."
These verses are a call to action, a call to manifest morality in our daily lives, to model godly behavior, and to maintain steadfastness in our faith. They are a call to be examples, to be lights in the world, to be salt in the earth. They are a call to live in such a way that even those who oppose us may have nothing bad to say about us.
Now, let us bow our heads in prayer.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your Word, which is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path. We ask that You open our hearts and minds today, that we may understand Your Word, that we may apply it in our lives, and that we may be transformed by it. We ask that You guide us, that You strengthen us, and that You equip us to be examples of Your love, Your grace, and Your truth in the world. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
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The essence of our faith is not just about attending church services, participating in religious activities, or even reading the Bible. It's about living out the teachings of Christ in our day-to-day lives. It's about embodying the principles of love, kindness, patience, and forgiveness that Jesus taught. It's about letting our actions speak louder than our words.
Living a life that aligns with God's commandments: It's about making choices that reflect our faith and our commitment to God. It's about being honest, even when it's easier to lie. It's about being kind, even to those who are unkind to us. It's about being patient, even when we're tempted to lose our temper. It's about forgiving, even when we're hurt.
Not an easy task: It requires discipline, commitment, and a lot of prayer. But it's a task that we're called to undertake as followers of Christ. It's a task that we're equipped to handle with the help of the Holy Spirit. And it's a task that we can accomplish, not by our own strength, but by the grace of God.
Honesty: Honesty is a fundamental virtue that is highly valued in the Bible. Proverbs 12:22 tells us that "The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy." Honesty is not just about telling the truth, it's about being transparent, being genuine, and being real. It's about being true to ourselves, true to others, and most importantly, true to God. When we're honest, we're showing the world that we value truth over deceit, integrity over corruption, and righteousness over sin.
Kindness: Kindness is a virtue that reflects the love of God. It's about showing compassion to those in need, lending a helping hand to those who are struggling, and spreading love to those who are hurting. Kindness is not just about doing good deeds, it's about having a heart that cares for others. It's about seeing the needs of others and responding with love and compassion. When we're kind, we're showing the world that we value love over hate, compassion over indifference, and generosity over selfishness.
Patience: Patience is a virtue that reflects the peace of God. It's about waiting on God's timing, trusting in His plan, and enduring trials with a calm and peaceful spirit. Patience is not just about waiting, it's about waiting with faith. It's about enduring hardships with a hopeful heart, knowing that God is in control. When we're patient, we're showing the world that we value peace over chaos, faith over doubt, and hope over despair.
Forgiveness:: Forgiveness is a virtue that reflects the grace of God. It's about letting go of grudges, releasing resentment, and extending grace to those who have wronged us. Forgiveness is not just about saying "I forgive you", it's about letting go of the pain and the hurt, and choosing to love instead. When we forgive, we're showing the world that we value grace over judgment, mercy over vengeance, and love over hatred.
It's about making choices that align with God's commandments and embody the teachings of Christ. It's about letting our actions speak louder than our words and showing the world the love, the grace, and the truth of our Lord Jesus Christ.
In the realm of our daily existence, we encounter numerous opportunities to model godly behavior ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO
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