8. A Form of Godliness II Timothy 3:1-5

9. ……..having a form of godliness but denying its power……

10. A Form of Godliness “a form of godliness” Form: made in appearance “but denying its power” For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, Romans 1:16

11. Are All Christians “Christian”? Most people claim to be Christian “In the U.S., 83% of all adults label themselves “Christian.” Barna.org

12. Are All Christians “Christian”? Most people claim to be Christian BUT…… Most are Not (according to Jesus) Luke 13:23-24 Matthew 7:21

13. A Form of Godliness “I believe there is a God” …..But not much else James 2:19 You believe that there is one God. You do well. Even the demons believe--and tremble!

14. A Form of Godliness “I believe Jesus is Lord” ….But He is not King yet ….But He is just one part of who I am John 8:24“…..for if you do not believe that I am He, you will die in your sins.

15. A Form of Godliness “I believe in the church” ….But one church is as good as another ….But I don’t need church to be good Hebrews 10:25a,26 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves … For if we sin willfully after we have received the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins,

16. A Form of Godliness “I believe in the cross” ….But God accepts me just as I am ….But I need not change to seek God Luke 13:3 "I tell you, no; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish.”

17. A Form of Godliness “I believe in the Bible” …But don’t take it too seriously …But not in the creation, flood, miracles …But it is not perfect …But there are other revelations too

18. A Form of Godliness “I believe in the Bible” My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also will reject you Hosea 4:6

19. A Form of Godliness “I believe in the judgment of God” ….But it really does not apply to me ….But Hell is not real or eternal ….But Heaven is on earth John 5:28-29

20. “Christians” or Christians

21. Is it hard to be a Christian? "For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.“ Matthew 11:30

22. “Christians” or Christians How do I become a real Christian? Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. James 1:21

23. How to Become a Christian

25. Repentance: You must repent (die to sin) and turn to God "Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out” Acts 3:19