Bad things That Defile Us (And Others)
Mk. 7:14-16; Pro. 6:16-19
Things that defile us…
Proud look
Pride will hinder, hurt and harm others and us
Lying tongue
God is full of truth
Truth is found where His Spirit is
Truth brings forth freedom and liberty
A lying tongue deceives, divides and destroys
Hands that shed innocent blood - abortion
We no longer protect the innocent
We no longer care about the innocent (only our "rights")
We are driven by greed
I see ones that are selfish, self-willed and scornful of godly ways.
Hears that devise wicked imaginations
Hollywood
ACLU, NOW, etc.
Arrogant, anti-Christian, anti-God
Feet swift to seek mischief
Eager to sin
Eager to disobey God's precepts
Eager to enjoy sin for a season
False witness
2 things:
Lie for gain
Or
Live a false life
Shame name of Christ
Convince others to doubt
Sow discord among the brethren
Full of pride
Full of lies
Full of malice
Full of evil thoughts
Full of eagerness to defame
Full of a false life
They are:
Empty of His love
Empty of His truth
Empty of His caring
Empty of His indwelling
Empty of His guidance
Empty of His witness
Gary Marcum - New Beginnings Church - 120703pm