1. Perfect but Not Yet PERFECT

2. 1. The Bible standard for all believers is to be _______. perfect

3. Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Matthew 5:48 (NIV)

4. We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ. Colossians 1:28 (NIV)

5. But to each one of us grace has been given... to prepare God's people for works of service... and become mature... Ephesians 4:7, 12-13 (NIV)

6. 2. What is the Bible _______ of “perfect?” definitio n

7. Read: Matthew 5:44-46

8. Read: Luke 6:35-36

9. Perfect is: love God with all your heart, love neighbors, forgive, be merciful, do good, be mature. Perfect is NOT: flawless, sinless, negative—what I don’t do. Perfect is: love God with all your heart, love neighbors, forgive, be merciful, do good, be mature. Perfect is NOT: flawless, sinless, negative—what I don’t do.

10. 3. ________ should I start? Where

11. Follow the golden rule: Matthew 7:12

12. 4. Examples of people living perfectly.

13. Are you ready to begin living the perfect life?