PPT-Godly Wisdom v. Worldly Wisdom

Growing toward spiritual maturity A study of the epistle of James James 31318 Learning the difference between Godly amp worldly wisdom is to discern good from godly and then act on it Spiritual Life Principle. Chapters 18-19. The way of the wicked. The attitude of the Sodomites. The way of the wicked. The sin of the Sodomites. Ezekiel 16:49–50 . “Behold, this was the guilt of your sister Sodom: she and her daughters had arrogance, abundant food and careless ease, but she did not help the poor and needy. Thus they were haughty and committed abominations before Me.”. Love the World. (1 Jn. 2:15-17. ). John’s Plea: “Do not love the world or the things in the world.” (1 Jn. 2:15). The Christian’s Relationship to the World:. “…because . you are not of the world. There . is a choice you have to make,. In everything you do.. And you must always keep in mind,. The choice you make makes you. .. In the little booklet, Bits and . Pieces,. How To Make Godly Decisions. Thought. Think right… Live right!. All about that . GRACE. Grace trained minds. All about . that . GRACE. 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 . (and the implications are not good). OK…But what . does the Bible say?. Matthew 7:1. “Do not judge, or you will be judged”. So you should . NOT. pass. Judgement on anyone . before the right time comes. . MATTHEW 5:4. Blessed are they that mourn – . Matt. 5:4. Ezekiel 9:1-11 . sorrow can . save your life. 2 Cor. 7:9-11 . worldly. . sorrow vs. . godly. . sorrow. Worldly sorrow produces regret. Godly sorrow produces . Christian. James 4. v. s. 1-6. Pastor Terry Smoak. The worldly . Christian is characterized by carnality.. James 4:1 – 3 . THE WORLDLY CHRISTIAN. exhibited by lust. exhibited by murder. exhibited by envy. Meaning:. Physical (vs. spiritual). Temporary (vs. eternal). Worldly, earthly, fleshly. Not necessarily sinful. Earthly temple (Heb. 9:1). Usually set in contrast to spiritual things. Worldly. Indulgence. vs. . THE WILL OF GOD . 1 Peter 4:1-11. Incentives to Say No . to Worldly Desires. The futility and pain of the sinful way of life vs. 3. Knowing that Judgment Day is coming vs. 5. Christ’s example and encouragement vs. 1-2. Sept, 2016. San Diego Singles. Theme of James. Living the Christian Life. Our life must agree with our faith. Sub-themes:. Patience (especially in suffering). Wisdom. Faith . Humility. The Details. Author: James, the brother of Jesus. James 3:13-18. Worldly wisdom shown by:. Sinning and blaming God (1:13-15). Dishonoring the poor (2:1-7). Hypocritical speech (3:9-10). Fighting with each other (4:1-2, 11). Arrogantly counting on tomorrow (4:13-16). . Matthew 4:18-22. Key Verse:. . Matthew 4:19—Then He said to them, “Follow me and I’ll make you fishers of men.” . Introduction:. . Have you ever played “follow the leader”?. Background. SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES 14-04-2019 RECAP OF OUR LAST STUDY From our last study, entitled “Complete armour for spiritual warfare” , we learnt that we are faced with constant battle against forces of darkness. We should not be ignorant; rather, we should be strong in the Lord to stand against the wiles of Satan. To be victorious,  we must put on God’s complete armour, guard against satanic deception, be watchful and prayerful and rely upon the grace and comfort of God. SD 423A 86/4157-http//dharmafarerorg14LokadhammaSutta2Dutiya Lokadhamma Sutta The Second Discourse on the Worldly ConditionsVitthra Lokadhamma SuttaThe Discourse on the Worldly Conditions DetailedA 86