This weeks Message
Who gets into heaven then?
Tim Long
Do you not know that wrongdoers will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived:
But you were washed, It is more likely that “washed” refers to cleansing from sin and the old life that occurs when a person is born again and given life by God’s Spirit. This would be consistent with what Paul says in Titus 3:5, God saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit,
you were sanctified, Paul is simply referring to the first step of that process, where we are set apart as God’s people to live in a way that pleases Him you were justified You were justified” is a phrase that we cherish. It means to be considered righteous, to be considered just as if we had never sinned. It involves the perfect righteousness of Jesus Christ being credited as our own. It is Jesus’ perfect score being put next to our name. [All those who are justified will also be glorified (receive resurrection bodies)] on the last day in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.
This is the imputed righteousness of Jesus Christ, His goodness counting as our own, which makes us ready to enter heaven. This great evangelical doctrine — that we are saved by grace alone, through faith alone, in Jesus Christ alone
DEAD TO SIN ALIVE TO CHRIST
Bible Hub tells us The “glory of the Father” refers to the radiant, weighty excellence of God the Father—His infinite majesty, holiness, power, and love—made known in creation, in salvation, and supremely in Jesus Christ. It is not just a title, but a way of describing what God is like in His very being and how He chooses to reveal Himself According to Heb 1 :3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.
HOW DO WE LIVE THIS?
2 Cor. 4:16. “Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.” It is our duty to be “perfecting holiness in the fear of God,”
We can ask ourselves?;
“Will this thought, choice, or habit help me think more like Christ?” We can replace anxious or worldly fixation by regularly surrendering to God’s Word, prayer, repentance, and accountability, allowing the Spirit to renew your mind and form your character
The opposites of 1Corinthians 6:9+10
- Sexually immoral → Sexual purity and faithfulness
The opposite of sexual immorality is living in line with God’s design for sex: within the covenant of marriage, marked by purity, self-control, and honouring the other person, not using them. This includes chastity before marriage [meaning the deliberate choice to refrain from sexual intercourse and any sexual activity that arouses or expresses sexual intimacy until marriage] and fidelity within marriage (a daily resolve to honour, protect, and prioritize the one-flesh bond of marriage choosing to stay with, forgive, serve, and work through conflict even when feelings wane or difficulties arise, because of the covenant and not just chemistry.).
- Idolaters → Exclusive worship of the true God
It is summarized in the first commandment: “You shall have no other gods before Me.”
- Adulterers → Faithful, pure relationships being emotionally and sexually loyal to one’s spouse, guarding the heart against temptation, and honoring the covenant of marriage
In a broader sense, it is purity in all relationships, avoiding lust and secrecy and instead practicing honesty and self-discipline.
- Men who have sex with men → Sexual obedience to God’s design
In a traditional Christian reading, the opposite is sexual conduct that submits to God’s design for marriage and sexuality: either faithful, heterosexual marriage or sexual self-control, singleness, and purity outside marriage.
Thieves → honest, generous stewards who give and work rather than steal. Eph 4:28
The greedy → Be content, generous, and thankful people who seek God’s kingdom, not possessions.
Drunkards → Be sober, self-controlled, Spirit-filled believers. Eph 5:18
Slanderers → Be people who speak truth in love, building others up instead of tearing them down. Eph 4:29
Swindlers → Be honest, just, and fair-minded people who respect others’ rights and property. [Lev 19:13]
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