3. Reading: Proverbs 6:16-19

5. Proverbs 6:16-19 Proverbs 6:16-19

6. There are eight Hebrew words and four Greek words that are rendered abominable.

7. Revelation 21:8 But for the cowardly and unbelieving and abominable and murderers and immoral persons and sorcerers and idolaters and all liars, their part will be in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death. Revelation 21:8 But for the cowardly and unbelieving and abominable and murderers and immoral persons and sorcerers and idolaters and all liars, their part will be in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.

8. Abominable (NASB; KJV: NKJV) Detestable(ESV)Vile(NIV)Abominable Detestable(ESV)Vile(NIV)

9. Strong’s Concordance “To stink; to be disgusted.” Thayer’s Greek Lexicon “To defile; to pollute” Vine’s Expository Dictionary “To turns oneself away from; to detest.” Strong’s Concordance “To stink; to be disgusted.” Thayer’s Greek Lexicon “To defile; to pollute” Vine’s Expository Dictionary “To turns oneself away from; to detest.”

10. Sin “A failure to hit the mark” (Thayer’s Greek Lexicon) Iniquity “Violation of law” (Strong’s Concordance) Properly, the condition of one without law — either because ignorant of it, or because violating it. (Thayer's Greek Lexicon) Sin “A failure to hit the mark” (Thayer’s Greek Lexicon) Iniquity “Violation of law” (Strong’s Concordance) Properly, the condition of one without law — either because ignorant of it, or because violating it. (Thayer's Greek Lexicon) In some respects, the words abomination, sin and iniquity are synonymous

11. Matthew 7:23 And then I will declare to them, 'I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness (iniquity –KJV). Matthew 7:23 And then I will declare to them, 'I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness (iniquity –KJV).

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13. 1 John 1:8-10 8) If we say that we have no sin, we are deceiving ourselves, and the truth is not in us. 9) If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 10) If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us. 1 John 1:8-10 8) If we say that we have no sin, we are deceiving ourselves, and the truth is not in us. 9) If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 10) If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us. To God, SIN IS SIN! To God, SIN IS SIN!

14. Hebrews 10:26 For if we go on sinning willfully after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, For if we go on sinning willfully after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, Hebrews 10:26 For if we go on sinning willfully after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, For if we go on sinning willfully after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, The Bible does highlight willful sin

15. Psalm 19:13 Also keep back Thy servant from presumptuous sins; Let them not rule over me; Then I shall be blameless, And I shall be acquitted of great transgression. Also keep back Thy servant from presumptuous sins; Let them not rule over me; Then I shall be blameless, And I shall be acquitted of great transgression. Psalm 19:13 Also keep back Thy servant from presumptuous sins; Let them not rule over me; Then I shall be blameless, And I shall be acquitted of great transgression. Also keep back Thy servant from presumptuous sins; Let them not rule over me; Then I shall be blameless, And I shall be acquitted of great transgression.

16. Mark 11:15-18 Apparently, what Jesus saw at the temple really fired him up! fired him up! Apparently, what Jesus saw at the temple really fired him up! fired him up!

17. Proverbs 6:16-17 16) There are six things which the Lord hates, Yes, seven which are an abomination to Him: 17) Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, And hands that shed innocent blood, Proverbs 6:16-17 16) There are six things which the Lord hates, Yes, seven which are an abomination to Him: 17) Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, And hands that shed innocent blood,

18. Ephesians 4:2 With all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing forbearance to one another in love, Ephesians 4:2 With all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing forbearance to one another in love,

19. Job 21:22 Can anyone teach God knowledge, In that He judges those on high? Job 21:22 Can anyone teach God knowledge, In that He judges those on high?

20. See The Difference? “I want to be the best I can be.” vs. I want to be better than other people See The Difference? “I want to be the best I can be.” vs. I want to be better than other people

21. Don’t compare yourself to others – compare yourself to Jesus!

22. "A proud man is always looking down on things and people; and, of course, as long as you're looking down, you can't see something that's above you." - - C. S. Lewis "A proud man is always looking down on things and people; and, of course, as long as you're looking down, you can't see something that's above you." - - C. S. Lewis

23. A prideful person… Can’t handle criticism Hates handing out apologies Can’t stand to see others succeed. Refuses to do menial tasks A prideful person… Can’t handle criticism Hates handing out apologies Can’t stand to see others succeed. Refuses to do menial tasks

24. Psalm 10:4 (ESV) In the pride of his face the wicked does not seek him; all his thoughts are, “There is no God.” In the pride of his face the wicked does not seek him; all his thoughts are, “There is no God.” Psalm 10:4 (ESV) In the pride of his face the wicked does not seek him; all his thoughts are, “There is no God.” In the pride of his face the wicked does not seek him; all his thoughts are, “There is no God.”

25. Proverbs 6:16-17 16) There are six things which the Lord hates, Yes, seven which are an abomination to Him: 17) Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, And hands that shed innocent blood, Proverbs 6:16-17 16) There are six things which the Lord hates, Yes, seven which are an abomination to Him: 17) Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, And hands that shed innocent blood,

27. Proverbs 12:22 Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, But those who deal faithfully are His delight. Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, But those who deal faithfully are His delight. Proverbs 12:22 Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, But those who deal faithfully are His delight. Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, But those who deal faithfully are His delight.

28. Revelation 21:8 "But for the cowardly and unbelieving and abominable and murderers and immoral persons and sorcerers and idolaters and all liars, their part will be in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.“ Revelation 21:8 "But for the cowardly and unbelieving and abominable and murderers and immoral persons and sorcerers and idolaters and all liars, their part will be in the lake that burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.“

29. John 8:44 You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. Whenever he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own nature; for he is a liar, and the father of lies. You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. Whenever he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own nature; for he is a liar, and the father of lies. John 8:44 You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. Whenever he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own nature; for he is a liar, and the father of lies. You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. Whenever he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own nature; for he is a liar, and the father of lies. When we lie, we make the devil happy.

30. Proverbs 6:16-17 16) There are six things which the Lord hates, Yes, seven which are an abomination to Him: 17) Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, And hands that shed innocent blood, Proverbs 6:16-17 16) There are six things which the Lord hates, Yes, seven which are an abomination to Him: 17) Haughty eyes, a lying tongue, And hands that shed innocent blood,

31. Genesis 4:10 And He said, "What have you done? The voice of your brother's blood is crying to Me from the ground.” And He said, "What have you done? The voice of your brother's blood is crying to Me from the ground.” Genesis 4:10 And He said, "What have you done? The voice of your brother's blood is crying to Me from the ground.” And He said, "What have you done? The voice of your brother's blood is crying to Me from the ground.”

32. Genesis 4:10 And He said, "What have you done? The voice of your brother's blood is crying to Me from the ground.” And He said, "What have you done? The voice of your brother's blood is crying to Me from the ground.” Genesis 4:10 And He said, "What have you done? The voice of your brother's blood is crying to Me from the ground.” And He said, "What have you done? The voice of your brother's blood is crying to Me from the ground.”

33. Romans 13:4 For it is a minister of God to you for good. But if you do what is evil, be afraid; for it does not bear the sword for nothing; for it is a minister of God, an avenger who brings wrath upon the one who practices evil. Romans 13:4 For it is a minister of God to you for good. But if you do what is evil, be afraid; for it does not bear the sword for nothing; for it is a minister of God, an avenger who brings wrath upon the one who practices evil. The Bible does not condemn taking “guilty life!” The Bible does not condemn taking “guilty life!”

34. Since 1973 it has been estimated that 46 million abortions have been performed in the US. Since 1973 it has been estimated that 46 million abortions have been performed in the US. There are currently 1.3 million abortions performed each year in the US. There are currently 1.3 million abortions performed each year in the US. Since 1973 it has been estimated that 46 million abortions have been performed in the US. Since 1973 it has been estimated that 46 million abortions have been performed in the US. There are currently 1.3 million abortions performed each year in the US. There are currently 1.3 million abortions performed each year in the US.

35. Jeremiah 1:5 Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, And before you were born I consecrated you; I have appointed you a prophet to the nations.” Jeremiah 1:5 Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, And before you were born I consecrated you; I have appointed you a prophet to the nations.”

36. Psalm 139:13-16

39. Reading: Deuteronomy 18:9-13

41. Deuteronomy 18:9-13 Deuteronomy 18:9-13

42. Proverbs 6:18-19 18) A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that run rapidly to evil, 19) A false witness who utters lies, And one who spreads strife among brothers. Proverbs 6:18-19 18) A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that run rapidly to evil, 19) A false witness who utters lies, And one who spreads strife among brothers.

43. Genesis 3:4-6 4) And the serpent said to the woman, "You surely shall not die! 5) For God knows that in the day you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil." 6) When the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was desirable to make one wise, she took from its fruit and ate; and she gave also to her husband with her, and he ate. Genesis 3:4-6 4) And the serpent said to the woman, "You surely shall not die! 5) For God knows that in the day you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil." 6) When the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was desirable to make one wise, she took from its fruit and ate; and she gave also to her husband with her, and he ate. The devil stimulated Eve’s imagination

44. Matthew 5:28 But I say to you, that everyone who looks on a woman to lust for her has committed adultery with her already in his heart. Matthew 5:28 But I say to you, that everyone who looks on a woman to lust for her has committed adultery with her already in his heart.

45. 2 Corinthians 10:5 We are destroying speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ, 2 Corinthians 10:5 We are destroying speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ,

46. Philippians 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, let your mind dwell on these things. Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, let your mind dwell on these things. Philippians 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, let your mind dwell on these things. Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, let your mind dwell on these things.

47. Proverbs 6:18-19 18) A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that run rapidly to evil, 19) A false witness who utters lies, And one who spreads strife among brothers. Proverbs 6:18-19 18) A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that run rapidly to evil, 19) A false witness who utters lies, And one who spreads strife among brothers.

48. Exodus 20:16 You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. Exodus 20:16 You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.

49. Proverbs 16:28 A perverse man spreads strife, And a slanderer separates intimate friends. A perverse man spreads strife, And a slanderer separates intimate friends. Proverbs 16:28 A perverse man spreads strife, And a slanderer separates intimate friends. A perverse man spreads strife, And a slanderer separates intimate friends.

50. Proverbs 20:19 He who goes about as a slanderer reveals secrets, Therefore do not associate with a gossip He who goes about as a slanderer reveals secrets, Therefore do not associate with a gossip Proverbs 20:19 He who goes about as a slanderer reveals secrets, Therefore do not associate with a gossip He who goes about as a slanderer reveals secrets, Therefore do not associate with a gossip

51. 2 Corinthians 12:20 For I am afraid that perhaps when I come I may find you to be not what I wish and may be found by you to be not what you wish; that perhaps there may be strife, jealousy, angry tempers, disputes, slanders, gossip, arrogance, disturbances. For I am afraid that perhaps when I come I may find you to be not what I wish and may be found by you to be not what you wish; that perhaps there may be strife, jealousy, angry tempers, disputes, slanders, gossip, arrogance, disturbances. 2 Corinthians 12:20 For I am afraid that perhaps when I come I may find you to be not what I wish and may be found by you to be not what you wish; that perhaps there may be strife, jealousy, angry tempers, disputes, slanders, gossip, arrogance, disturbances. For I am afraid that perhaps when I come I may find you to be not what I wish and may be found by you to be not what you wish; that perhaps there may be strife, jealousy, angry tempers, disputes, slanders, gossip, arrogance, disturbances.

52. Psalm 39:1 I said, "I will guard my ways, That I may not sin with my tongue; I will guard my mouth as with a muzzle, While the wicked are in my presence." Psalm 39:1 I said, "I will guard my ways, That I may not sin with my tongue; I will guard my mouth as with a muzzle, While the wicked are in my presence."

53. Proverbs 6:18-19 18) A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that run rapidly to evil, 19) A false witness who utters lies, And one who spreads strife among brothers. Proverbs 6:18-19 18) A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that run rapidly to evil, 19) A false witness who utters lies, And one who spreads strife among brothers.

54. James 3:16 For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing. James 3:16 For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing.

55. 2 Timothy 2:23 But refuse foolish and ignorant speculations, knowing that they produce quarrels. But refuse foolish and ignorant speculations, knowing that they produce quarrels. 2 Timothy 2:23 But refuse foolish and ignorant speculations, knowing that they produce quarrels. But refuse foolish and ignorant speculations, knowing that they produce quarrels.

56. Proverbs 22:10 Drive out the scoffer, and contention will go out, Even strife and dishonor will cease. Drive out the scoffer, and contention will go out, Even strife and dishonor will cease. Proverbs 22:10 Drive out the scoffer, and contention will go out, Even strife and dishonor will cease. Drive out the scoffer, and contention will go out, Even strife and dishonor will cease. “To jeer, mock or sneer: to show contempt and disrespect” - Webster “To jeer, mock or sneer: to show contempt and disrespect” - Webster

57. Rom 16:17-18 17) I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them. 18 For such persons do not serve our Lord Christ, but their own appetites, and by smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the naive Rom 16:17-18 17) I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them. 18 For such persons do not serve our Lord Christ, but their own appetites, and by smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the naive

58. Witchcraft & Sorcery Witchcraft & Sorcery

59. Deuteronomy 18:11-12 (ESV) 11) Or a charmer or a medium or a wizard or a necromancer, 12) for whoever does these things is an abomination to the LORD. And because of these abominations the LORD your God is driving them out before you. Deuteronomy 18:11-12 (ESV) 11) Or a charmer or a medium or a wizard or a necromancer, 12) for whoever does these things is an abomination to the LORD. And because of these abominations the LORD your God is driving them out before you.

60. Witchcraft & Sorcery Witchcraft & Sorcery Homosexuality Homosexuality Witchcraft & Sorcery Witchcraft & Sorcery Homosexuality Homosexuality

61. Leviticus 18:22 You shall not lie with a male as one lies with a female; it is an abomination. Leviticus 18:22 You shall not lie with a male as one lies with a female; it is an abomination.

62. Witchcraft & Sorcery Witchcraft & Sorcery Homosexuality Homosexuality Ignoring God’s Word Ignoring God’s Word Witchcraft & Sorcery Witchcraft & Sorcery Homosexuality Homosexuality Ignoring God’s Word Ignoring God’s Word

63. Proverbs 28:9 He who turns away his ear from listening to the law, Even his prayer is an abomination. He who turns away his ear from listening to the law, Even his prayer is an abomination. Proverbs 28:9 He who turns away his ear from listening to the law, Even his prayer is an abomination. He who turns away his ear from listening to the law, Even his prayer is an abomination.

64. Witchcraft & SorceryWitchcraft & Sorcery Homosexuality Homosexuality Ignoring God’s Word Ignoring God’s Word Justify the wicked and condemn the just Justify the wicked and condemn the just Witchcraft & SorceryWitchcraft & Sorcery Homosexuality Homosexuality Ignoring God’s Word Ignoring God’s Word Justify the wicked and condemn the just Justify the wicked and condemn the just

65. Proverbs 17:15 He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the righteous, He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the righteous, Both of them alike are an abomination to the Lord. Proverbs 17:15 He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the righteous, He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the righteous, Both of them alike are an abomination to the Lord.

66. Witchcraft & SorceryWitchcraft & Sorcery Homosexuality Homosexuality Ignoring God’s Word Ignoring God’s Word Justify the wicked and condemn the just Justify the wicked and condemn the just Gender reversal Gender reversal Witchcraft & SorceryWitchcraft & Sorcery Homosexuality Homosexuality Ignoring God’s Word Ignoring God’s Word Justify the wicked and condemn the just Justify the wicked and condemn the just Gender reversal Gender reversal

67. Deuteronomy 22:5 A woman shall not wear man's clothing, nor shall a man put on a woman's clothing; for whoever does these things is an abomination to the Lord your God. Deuteronomy 22:5 A woman shall not wear man's clothing, nor shall a man put on a woman's clothing; for whoever does these things is an abomination to the Lord your God.