1. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4)

2. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer).

3. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15)

4. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15) Covetousness. (Romans 13:9; Exodus 20:17).

5. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15) Covetousness. (Romans 13:9; Exodus 20:17). B. “Various lusts” (II Timothy 3:6; Titus 3:3).

6. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15) Covetousness. (Romans 13:9; Exodus 20:17). B. “Various lusts” (II Timothy 3:6; Titus 3:3). “Worldly lusts” (Titus 2:11-12; I John 2:17).

7. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15) Covetousness. (Romans 13:9; Exodus 20:17). B. “Various lusts” (II Timothy 3:6; Titus 3:3). “Worldly lusts” (Titus 2:11-12; I John 2:17). “Harmful lusts” (I Timothy 6:9; Mark 4:19). Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15) Covetousness. (Romans 13:9; Exodus 20:17). B. “Various lusts” (II Timothy 3:6; Titus 3:3). “Worldly lusts” (Titus 2:11-12; I John 2:17). “Harmful lusts” (I Timothy 6:9; Mark 4:19).

8. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15) Covetousness. (Romans 13:9; Exodus 20:17). B. “Various lusts” (II Timothy 3:6; Titus 3:3). “Worldly lusts” (Titus 2:11-12; I John 2:17). “Harmful lusts” (I Timothy 6:9; Mark 4:19). “Former lusts” (I Peter 1:13-16). Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15) Covetousness. (Romans 13:9; Exodus 20:17). B. “Various lusts” (II Timothy 3:6; Titus 3:3). “Worldly lusts” (Titus 2:11-12; I John 2:17). “Harmful lusts” (I Timothy 6:9; Mark 4:19). “Former lusts” (I Peter 1:13-16).

9. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15) Covetousness. (Romans 13:9; Exodus 20:17). B. “Various lusts” (II Timothy 3:6; Titus 3:3). “Worldly lusts” (Titus 2:11-12; I John 2:17). “Harmful lusts” (I Timothy 6:9; Mark 4:19). “Former lusts” (I Peter 1:13-16). “Lust of the flesh” (I John 2:16; Matthew 5:27-30). Introduction epithumia “desire, craving, longing…” (Thayer). A. Generic desire. (James 1:13-15) Covetousness. (Romans 13:9; Exodus 20:17). B. “Various lusts” (II Timothy 3:6; Titus 3:3). “Worldly lusts” (Titus 2:11-12; I John 2:17). “Harmful lusts” (I Timothy 6:9; Mark 4:19). “Former lusts” (I Peter 1:13-16). “Lust of the flesh” (I John 2:16; Matthew 5:27-30).

10. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) The Problem of Lust

11. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) The Problem of Lust A. It corrupts. (II Peter 1:4).

12. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) The Problem of Lust A. It corrupts. (II Peter 1:4). It wars against our inner man. (Gal. 5:16,17).

13. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) When one lusts what is at issue?

14. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) When one lusts what is at issue? 1. The one who lusts sins.

15. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) When one lusts what is at issue? 1. The one who lusts sins. 2. The person encourages lust.

16. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) When one lusts what is at issue? 1. The one who lusts sins. 2. The person encourages lust. 3. One person derives pleasure from the sin of another.

17. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) When one lusts what is at issue? 1. The one who lusts sins. 2. The person encourages lust. 3. One person derives pleasure from the sin of another. 4. People become objectified. When one lusts what is at issue? 1. The one who lusts sins. 2. The person encourages lust. 3. One person derives pleasure from the sin of another. 4. People become objectified.

18. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) The Problem of Lust A. It corrupts. (II Peter 1:4). It wars against our inner man. (Gal. 5:16,17). It robs us of joys God would have us to know. (Ephesians 4:22; I Corinthians 7:1-5).

19. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) The Problem of Lust A. It corrupts. (II Peter 1:4). It wars against our inner man. (Gal. 5:16,17). It robs us of joys God would have us to know. (Ephesians 4:22; I Corinthians 7:1-5). Lust is in fact discontentment! (Hebrews 13:5).

20. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) The Problem of Lust A. It corrupts. (II Peter 1:4). It wars against our inner man. (Gal. 5:16,17). It robs us of joys God would have us to know. (Ephesians 4:22; I Corinthians 7:1-5). Lust is in fact discontentment! (Hebrews 13:5). B. It captivates. (Titus 3:3; Romans 6:12,13). The Problem of Lust A. It corrupts. (II Peter 1:4). It wars against our inner man. (Gal. 5:16,17). It robs us of joys God would have us to know. (Ephesians 4:22; I Corinthians 7:1-5). Lust is in fact discontentment! (Hebrews 13:5). B. It captivates. (Titus 3:3; Romans 6:12,13).

21. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) The Problem of Lust A. It corrupts. (II Peter 1:4). It wars against our inner man. (Gal. 5:16,17). It robs us of joys God would have us to know. (Ephesians 4:22; I Corinthians 7:1-5). Lust is in fact discontentment! (Hebrews 13:5). B. It captivates. (Titus 3:3; Romans 6:12,13). C. It condemns. (James 1:15; Matthew 5:29; Ephesians 2:3). The Problem of Lust A. It corrupts. (II Peter 1:4). It wars against our inner man. (Gal. 5:16,17). It robs us of joys God would have us to know. (Ephesians 4:22; I Corinthians 7:1-5). Lust is in fact discontentment! (Hebrews 13:5). B. It captivates. (Titus 3:3; Romans 6:12,13). C. It condemns. (James 1:15; Matthew 5:29; Ephesians 2:3).

22. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Abstaining from the Sin of Lust (I Peter 2:11)

23. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) A - AVOID as much as possible things which tempt us.

24. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) A - AVOID as much as possible things which tempt us. N - Say NO to every lustful thought within 5 seconds.

25. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) A - AVOID as much as possible things which tempt us. N - Say NO to every lustful thought within 5 seconds. T - TURN the mind forcefully towards Christ and what He offers us.

26. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) A - AVOID as much as possible things which tempt us. N - Say NO to every lustful thought within 5 seconds. T - TURN the mind forcefully towards Christ and what He offers us. H- HOLD the promise and the pleasure of Christ in your mind until all other images are pushed out.

27. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) A - AVOID as much as possible things which tempt us. N - Say NO to every lustful thought within 5 seconds. T - TURN the mind forcefully towards Christ and what He offers us. H- HOLD the promise and the pleasure of Christ in your mind until all other images are pushed out. E - ENJOY a superior satisfaction that is found in obedience to Christ. A - AVOID as much as possible things which tempt us. N - Say NO to every lustful thought within 5 seconds. T - TURN the mind forcefully towards Christ and what He offers us. H- HOLD the promise and the pleasure of Christ in your mind until all other images are pushed out. E - ENJOY a superior satisfaction that is found in obedience to Christ.

28. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) A - AVOID as much as possible things which tempt us. N - Say NO to every lustful thought within 5 seconds. T - TURN the mind forcefully towards Christ and what He offers us. H- HOLD the promise and the pleasure of Christ in your mind until all other images are pushed out. E - ENJOY a superior satisfaction that is found in obedience to Christ. M - MOVE into a useful activity away from idleness. (John Piper) A - AVOID as much as possible things which tempt us. N - Say NO to every lustful thought within 5 seconds. T - TURN the mind forcefully towards Christ and what He offers us. H- HOLD the promise and the pleasure of Christ in your mind until all other images are pushed out. E - ENJOY a superior satisfaction that is found in obedience to Christ. M - MOVE into a useful activity away from idleness. (John Piper)

29. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Abstaining from the Sin of Lust (I Peter 2:11) A. “Flee youthful lusts” (II Timothy 2:22).

30. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Abstaining from the Sin of Lust (I Peter 2:11) A. “Flee youthful lusts” (II Timothy 2:22). B. “Resist the Devil and he will flee from you” (James 4:7).

31. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Abstaining from the Sin of Lust (I Peter 2:11) A. “Flee youthful lusts” (II Timothy 2:22). B. “Resist the Devil and he will flee from you” (James 4:7). C. “Set your mind on things above” (Col. 3:1-4).

32. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Abstaining from the Sin of Lust (I Peter 2:11) A. “Flee youthful lusts” (II Timothy 2:22). B. “Resist the Devil and he will flee from you” (James 4:7). C. “Set your mind on things above” (Col. 3:1-4). D. “I have made a covenant with my eyes” (Job 31:1-3).

33. “The Corruption that is In the World Through Lust” (II Peter 1:1-4) Abstaining from the Sin of Lust (I Peter 2:11) A. “Flee youthful lusts” (II Timothy 2:22). B. “Resist the Devil and he will flee from you” (James 4:7). C. “Set your mind on things above” (Col. 3:1-4). D. “I have made a covenant with my eyes” (Job 31:1-3). E. “Always abounding in the work of the Lord” (I Corinthians 15:58). Abstaining from the Sin of Lust (I Peter 2:11) A. “Flee youthful lusts” (II Timothy 2:22). B. “Resist the Devil and he will flee from you” (James 4:7). C. “Set your mind on things above” (Col. 3:1-4). D. “I have made a covenant with my eyes” (Job 31:1-3). E. “Always abounding in the work of the Lord” (I Corinthians 15:58).