Work Out Your Own Salvation Philippians 2:12-18. Have the Mind of Christ Philippians 2:1-11 Spiritual blessings in Christ, 2:1Spiritual blessings in Christ,

Slides:

Advertisements

Similar presentations

(Prov. 3:12) “Whom the Lord loves, He corrects” (Prov. 3:12) How does God discipline His children?

Advertisements

“Let Us” A call to a more active faith The Book of Hebrews.

Discouragement How Jesus Overcame Discouragement.

Joy of Being A Christian 1. Why Should Christians Rejoice? 2. Why Don’t Some Christians Rejoice? 3. What Will Help Christians Rejoice?

Sunday Morning, August 24, 2014 SALVATION THAT IS REAL Philippians 2:12-18 (NKJV)

How Do I Show Reverence For God?. 2 FearGod Who He is 10:14, 17 What He has Done 10:15-16 His Strength 10:17 His Acts 10:17-19 FEAR GOD (Deut. 10:12-22)

Self-Esteem and the Christian Matthew 10: “For as he thinks in his heart, so is he.” Modern psychology: “the opinion you have of yourself. What.

God uses His children (His Son) Ex. 3:8-10; Acts 7:33-34 God used Moses Acts 7:35 Moses, deliverer, did God’s work Rom. 11:25-26 Jesus, our Deliverer.

1 No Regrets Regret: “Sorrow or remorse, especially over one’s acts or omissions… sorrow over a person or thing gone, lost, etc.” -Webster.

How Can I Find True Comfort? (2) “COMFORT DOCTRINES” (9)

1 Hindrances to Spiritual Growth. 2  Dullness of Hearing, Lk. 8:10; Matt. 13:15 Dull: Thick, fat, callousDull: Thick, fat, callous Hearing: Give audience,

Hear and believe Acts 16:31 believe in the Lord, saved Acts 16:32; Rom. 10:17 must hear before believe Heb. 11:8 faith demands obedience Jn. 3:3-36 obey,

FOUR STEPS TO SPIRITUAL GROWTH (Philippians 4:4-14)

Expectations Realistic? Are Your..... Are Your Expectations Realistic? Your Place in Life Matt. 7:13-14 obey God Matt. 16:24-26 cost 1 Cor. 10:10 not.

Faithful in Christ Eph. 1:1. Faithful Means… Something you do (Describes what you do) “Believer / believing” Examples: Examples: – John 20:27 – Acts 10:45.

Jesus is Complete Colossians 1:24-29.

Are You a Faithful Christian?

The Reign of Christ in You

Many tales – All lies! John 8:44 Devil: Slanderer, accuser Satan: Adversary 2.

Teaching a Bible Class Nehemiah 8:8-12. Importance of teaching gospel God’s plan uses teachers  Matt 28:19-20; Rom 1:15-16; 10:14; 1 Cor 1:21; 2 Tim.

Salvation (Delivered from Danger). SALVATION Deliverance – Preservation of what is delivered To rescue, to obtain safety 2.

2 Self-Sufficient or Dependent? Rugged individualism and pioneering spirit is part of the American story Rugged individualism and pioneering spirit is.

Jeremiah 1:7-10 (Psalm 119) The Destructive Nature of the Bible.

Factors of Successful Church Growth. 2 Growth in Christ Numerically, Acts 6:7Numerically, Acts 6:7 Spiritually, Acts 8:1-4; 9:31Spiritually, Acts 8:1-4;

Growing to Maturity 1.  Desired by every conscientious Christian, Matt. 5:48; Phil. 3:12; Eph. 4:13  Unscriptural definitions:  Open-mindedness (tolerance),

What it Means to be a Christian (2)

The Powerful Word of God. The Word of God Is not bound (restrained), 2 Tim 2:9 Is a powerful instrument to destroy and heal, Heb 4:12 Authority of Jesus’

The Mind of Christ Philippians 2. What Does It Mean to Be Humble? What comes to mind when you think of “humility”? Quiet, shy, weak? Humility is commanded.

Local Church Problems Acts 6: When Problems Arise Ignore them Run away from them Inflame them Discuss & solve them Open minds & open Bibles Prayerful,

How do I apply God’s truth in my life? Heb. 4:12; Eph. 4:17-24 Gal. 4:19; John 14:21-23 How do I turn what the Bible teaches into the way that I live?

Matthew 19:26. -God’s grace, Eph. 2:1, 4-9; Acts 15:11; 2 Tim. 1:9 -Redemption in Christ, Rom. 3:24; Eph. 1:6-7 -Our faith, Rom. 4:13-16; Acts 15:9; Eph.

His Presence His Presence – The Lord was with Joseph (Gen. 39:2, 3, 21, 23) – The Lord is with you today (Heb. 13:5-6; Deut. 31:6; Matt. 28:20b; 2 Tim.

The Hidden Man of the Heart

Discouragement How Jesus Overcame Discouragement.

“You’re a Backward Church!” Justifying present-day moral changes: – “It’s the 21 st century” “Tory traditionalists should accept ‘we live in the 21 st.

 Is thanking God a way of life for you?  All men owe God gratitude on a daily basis: Psa. 100; 69:29-32; 95:1-3  Ingratitude leads to the darkness.

Wealth? Prov 23:5 Comfort? Lk 12:19-20 Pleasure? Eccl 2:1-2 Good job? Eccl 5:18 Mate? Prov 18:22 Contentment? 1 Tim 6:6-9 Knowledge? 2 Peter 3:18 Salvation?

“Lord, i n c r e a s e our faith” Luke 17: Our Need for Faith Challenges of discipleship, 1 John 5:4Challenges of discipleship, 1 John 5:4 Not.

The Invitation of the Lord

Welcome! As we prepare to worship God PLEASE silence your cell phones Thank You!

Are Christians Under Law?. Misused Passages Rom 6:14 – For sin shall not have dominion over you, for you are not under law but under grace. Rom 6:14 –

Holding Fast The Word of Life Phil Philippians Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless,

Soldiers SACRIFICED Their Lives – What Do We Mean?

“Work Out Your Own Salvation” Philippians 2:12 Previous Connection Have the mind of Christ (v. 5) Main points: – His willingness (vv. 6-8a; cf. Jn. 8:29)

 For heaven to be our home we must be like Christ: Rom. 8:9  “…we have the mind of Christ” when:  We allow Him to dwell in our hearts (Eph. 3:17;

Everywhere the Gospel Goes

Sacrifice Submission Steadfastness Sacrifice Submission Steadfastness 1.

 The Bible contains many sad words.  But Solomon said sadness can make us better people: Eccl. 7:3  So many important and profitable lessons can be.

1 Be a Friend of God James 2:23. 2 Marks of Friendship Companionship Psa. 55:13; 41:9 Companionship Psa. 55:13; 41:9 Sharing, trusting, unity Sharing,

What is Your Life All About? Sports Hobbies Work Family Friends Possessions While none of these things are inherently sinful, it will never satisfy you.

Work Out Your Own Salvation In Fear and Trembling Philippians 2:12.

Help them KNOW what a loving God has done for them (Jn. 3:16, Gal. 2:20, Rom. 6:3-4, Rom. 8:31-39) How To Raise Faithful Christians.

 This morning we studied “Sad Words in the Bible.”  Tonight we want to study the other side of the coin, “Glad Words in the Bible.” Prov. 12:25 

Working Out Your Own Salvation Phil 2:12 …. Working Out Your Own Salvation Phil 2:12.

I Want to be Sure!.

□ False doctrine of faith only □ Calvinism distorts God’s sovereignty and man’s free will, turning obedience into “earning” salvation □ Misguided concepts.

“WHERE A MIND LEADS..”. JAS. 1:5-8 “Where A Mind Leads, Opportunities Will Follow”

“eternity” (Ps. 90; 1 Tim. 1:17); “immutability” (Heb. 6:17; Jas. 1:17); “self-existence” (Jn. 5:26); “omnipresence” (Jer.

In God We Trust Psalm 18:1-3. Trust in God Paul and his companions faced threat of death in Asia, 2 Cor. 1:8-11 (Acts 19:21-41) –Trusted God to deliver.

Service is a must and is to God only Matt 4:10 Service to extent of ability Jhn 21:15-18 Salvation and membership go hand in hand Acts 2:41,47; Isa 1:18;

By The Grace of God 1 Corinthians 15:1-10. God’s Grace Toward Us ROBISON STREET CHURCH OF CHRIST- EDNACHURCHOFCHRIST.ORG.

Opposite of falsehood, Prov 12: 17, 19 (Eph 4:25) Opposite of falsehood, Prov 12: 17, 19 (Eph 4:25) Fidelity, Jer 7:28 (Isa 59:12-13) Fidelity, Jer 7:28.

The Epistle to the Philippians Let Your Conduct be Worthy of Christ Therefore fulfill my joy. To be like-minded is Jesus’ example Why did Jesus do this?

Philippians 2:14-16  Do all things without grumbling  Grumbling or murmuring may be directed toward God or man  Israel grumbled at God (1 Cor. 10:10)

How To Avoid The Wasted Life

Living a Purposeful Life

The Call of Christ Matthew 11:28-30.

YOU ARE LOST! Unless….

Five Christian Duties 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Involves obedience to the will of God (1 John 3:10; Matt. 7:21)

Presentation transcript:

Work Out Your Own Salvation Philippians 2:12-18

Have the Mind of Christ Philippians 2:1-11 Spiritual blessings in Christ, 2:1Spiritual blessings in Christ, 2:1 Unity, humility & service, 2:2-4Unity, humility & service, 2:2-4 Jesus, our example to follow, 2:5-11Jesus, our example to follow, 2:5-11 2

Work Out Your Own Salvation Does Not Mean… Each person decides how to save himself, Prov. 14:12; 19:21; Jer. 1O:23 (Jgs. 21:25)Each person decides how to save himself, Prov. 14:12; 19:21; Jer. 1O:23 (Jgs. 21:25) You earn your salvation, Eph. 2:8- 9; 2 Tim. 1:9You earn your salvation, Eph. 2:8- 9; 2 Tim. 1:9 3

Work Out Your Own Salvation Means… You are expected to do something in order to be saved, Matt. 7:21 (Heb. 5:9; Lk. 17:10)You are expected to do something in order to be saved, Matt. 7:21 (Heb. 5:9; Lk. 17:10) No one can work out your salvation for you, Rom. 9:3; 2 Cor. 5:10No one can work out your salvation for you, Rom. 9:3; 2 Cor. 5:10 Christians are expected to grow up spiritually, Col. 2:19; Eph. 4:15-16 (Heb. 5:12)Christians are expected to grow up spiritually, Col. 2:19; Eph. 4:15-16 (Heb. 5:12) 4

How Do We Work Out Our Own Salvation? Continue to obey, 2:12 (1:27)Continue to obey, 2:12 (1:27) –From the heart, Rom. 6:17 (Acts 2:37-38) –Welcome truth, 1 Ths. 2:13 (Acts 17:11-12; Jas. 1:21-22) –Fervent devotion & conviction, 1 Ths. 1:9 (Acts 19:18-20) 5

How Do We Work Out Our Own Salvation? Reverently endure, 2:12Reverently endure, 2:12 –Fear (phobos) - “dread, terror”, Matt. 10:28 –Dread the outcome of displeasing God, Heb. 10:31 6

How Do We Work Out Our Own Salvation? Humbly depend on God, 2:12Humbly depend on God, 2:12 –Trembling (tromos) – Not trusting oneself; not being adequate “one who distrusts his ability completely to meet all requirements, but religiously does his utmost to fulfill his duty” (OLB Lexicon)“one who distrusts his ability completely to meet all requirements, but religiously does his utmost to fulfill his duty” (OLB Lexicon) –2 Cor. 7:15; Eph. 6:5; Phil. 2:12 7

How Do We Work Out Our Own Salvation? Trust in God’s will & work, 2:13 (Heb. 13:20-21; Eph. 3:20-21)Trust in God’s will & work, 2:13 (Heb. 13:20-21; Eph. 3:20-21) Do all without complaining & disputing, 2:14Do all without complaining & disputing, 2:14 –Complaining (murmuring) – 1 Cor. 10:10 –Disputing ( doubting, arguing) – Lk. 24:38 8

Why Should We Work Out Our Own Salvation? To be blameless & harmless, 2:15To be blameless & harmless, 2:15 –Without fault; deserving no censure –Lights in the world, 2:15; Matt. 5:

Why Should We Work Out Our Own Salvation? To hold fast (forth) the word of life, 2:16To hold fast (forth) the word of life, 2:16 –Keep truth as your guide & stay –Teach the truth to others, 2 Tim. 2:2 Note: Possibility of falling away is realNote: Possibility of falling away is real

Why Should We Work Out Our Own Salvation? To have a faith that sacrifices & serves, 2:17-18To have a faith that sacrifices & serves, 2:17-18 –Paul rejoiced in laboring for their salvation –The sacrifice & service of our faith matures us (Rom. 12:1-2)

Work Out Your Own Salvation Growth in Christ is essential to eternal life, 2 Pet. 1:5-11, 3:18Growth in Christ is essential to eternal life, 2 Pet. 1:5-11, 3:18 Fail to grow…fail to “work out our own salvation”…will be lost! Jas. 4:17Fail to grow…fail to “work out our own salvation”…will be lost! Jas. 4:17 Enduring faith saves – Heb. 10:36- 39Enduring faith saves – Heb. 10: