1. Self-Control and Influence
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2. Leadership and Influence
1 Peter 5:3--nor as being lords over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock;
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3. Leadership and Influence
1 Timothy 4:12--Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
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4. Leadership and Influence
Matthew 5:13--“You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men.
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5. For salt to have any of these effects there must be CONTACT.
The Value of Salt
Salt Was Used To Flavor Food.
Salt Creates Thirst.
Salt Was Used To Preserve Meat.
Salt Was Used To Cleanse Wounds.
Salt Irritates.
For salt to have any of these effects there must be CONTACT.
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6. Leadership and Influence
Matthew 5: “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15“Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. 16“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.
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7. The Value of Light Illumination Guidance Warning
The hope of this world lies not in Washington, Beijing or Moscow, but in every small village throughout the world where true Christians function as salt and light.
If we are going to be the right kind of influence, then we must be the right kind of people. (Acts 20:28; 1 Timothy 4:16; Mark 9:50)
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8. Influence Begins With Self…
Elders—
Acts 20:28--“Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood.
Preachers—
1 Timothy 4:16--Take heed to yourself and to the doctrine. Continue in them, for in doing this you will save both yourself and those who hear you.
Christians—
Mark 9:50—“Salt is good, but if the salt loses its flavor, how will you season it? Have salt in yourselves, and have peace with one another.”
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9. Self-Control and Influence
SELF-EXAMINATION
Requires an examination by the standard of faith.
2 Cor. 13:5; Gal. 2:20;
Requires complete honesty.
Psalms 15:1-2; 1 Cor. 3:18;
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10. 1 Timothy 4:12--Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
Do you watch your words?
Do you “bite your tongue” or gossip?
Do you think before you speak?
Do you avoid corrupt speech?
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11. 1 Timothy 4:12--Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
What is your conduct…
On the job? (Col. 3:22-25)
At school?
In the neighborhood?
At home? (2 Kings 20:15)
At play?
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12. 1 Timothy 4:12--Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
Is it obvious that you love the Lord with HEART, SOUL, MIND and STRENGTH? (Matt. 22:37-38)
Do you love your neighbor AS YOURSELF? (Matt. 22:39)
Do you love your enemy?
Do you love your brethren? (1 Thess. 4:11-12)
Do you love your mate? (Eph. 5:22-33)
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13. 1 Timothy 4:12 --Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
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14. 1 Timothy 4:12--Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
When life hands you a lemon do you make lemonade?
When hard times come (disappointment, disaster, death) is it obvious to others that you have a deep, abiding and strong faith?
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15. 1 Timothy 4:12--Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
What kind of books do you read?
What kind of movies do you watch?
What kind of music do you listen to?
What kind of TV programs do you watch?
What kind of magazines do you read?
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16. Self-Control and Influence
SELF-EXAMINATION.
2 Cor. 13:5; Acts 14:22; Gal. 2:20; Hebrews 2:1-3; Psalms 15:1-2; 1 Cor. 3:18;
SELF-DETERMINATION.
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17. With Self-Examination We Typically Find…
Things that we’ve been neglecting.
Flaws that need correcting.
Weaknesses that need to be strengthened.
Sins that need to be eradicated.
WE’VE GOT TO MAKE UP OUR MINDS TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT THESE THINGS!!!!
Luke 15:17-20; Dan. 1:8;
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18. Self-Control and Influence
SELF-EXAMINATION.
SELF-DETERMINATION.
SELF-DENIAL.
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19. SELF-DENIAL INVOLVES…
Giving up what is sinful. (Col. 3:1-5)
Avoiding temptation. (1 Thess. 5:22)
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20. How to Affair Proof Your Marriage
Make A Covenant With Your Eyes.
Keep Your Feet From Her Door.
Put A Bridle On Your Tongue.
Keep Your Hands To Yourself.
Spent Much Time On Your Knees In Prayer.
Keeping Your Heart with All Diligence.
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21. SELF-DENIAL INVOLVES…
Giving Up What Is Sinful. (Col. 3:1-5)
Avoiding Temptation. (1 Thess. 5:22)
Giving Up The Better For The Best. (Luke 10:38-42)
Giving Up A Matter Of Personal Liberty (1 Cor. 8:13)
Denying Self. (Matt. 16:26)
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22. Self-Control and Influence
SELF-EXAMINATION.
SELF-DETERMINATION.
SELF-DENIAL.
SELF-DISCIPLINE.
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23. Discipline: Self-Discipline:
The correction or regulation of oneself for the sake of improvement. (Webster)
Training and control of oneself and one’s conduct, usually for personal improvement. (American Heritage)
When we exercise self-discipline then we are setting ourselves up to be a good influence. (1 Cor. 9:24-27)
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24. Self-Control and Influence
SELF-EXAMINATION.
SELF-DETERMINATION.
SELF-DENIAL.
SELF-DISCIPLINE.
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