Our Text:
1 Timothy 4:6-8 “If you put these things before the brothers and sisters, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, being trained in the words of faith and of the good doctrine that you have followed. Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather TRAIN yourself for godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.”
POINT: We’re
“Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons” - 1 Timothy 4:1
“Depart” means: “to
NOTICE: “Demons
POINT: (Demons) ALWAYS lead people
“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.” - John 14:26
POINT: A healthy church knows the difference between the teaching of the
POINT: “Being
“Trained” means: “to provide
POINT: There IS a difference between “
POINT: You will be very
“Godliness” means: “appropriate
Q: What are the elements of effective spiritual training?
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St Paul to another “PT”: Pastor Titus!
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works.” - Titus 2:11-14
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For MORE:
Q: Which of the Spiritual Discilpines is “hard”? Why?
Q: Which of the above disciplines do you find particularly helpful? Why?
Q: What’s ONE that you could focus on or grow in from our list?
Q: What help do you need with that?
* Consider reaching out to Pastor Tim or Pastor Dave or your Elder to help you grow in your spiritual “training”!