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Tag Archives: Galatians 5
Holy Spirit: In Sanctification (Part 4)
The Bible clearly teaches that God sanctifies. Moreover, it teaches that He does so indirectly, by medium of the word (John 17:17, 19). However, some believe that He also directly (miraculously) influences the heart and mind of man. Some believe … Continue reading
Posted in calvinism, christian growth, Holy Spirit, Textual study
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“…Considering Yourself”
Galatians 6:1 reads: “Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted.” Now, what do the words, “considering yourself, lest … Continue reading
Ethics: Modesty
As Christians, we should want to dress and conduct ourselves in a manner which professes godliness (1 Timothy 2:10). We should want to present ourselves in a manner which glorifies God (Matthew 5:16; 1 Corinthians 6:20; 10:31). We should not … Continue reading
Posted in Clothing, culture, dance, Ethics, Temptation
Tagged 1 Timothy 2, clothes, dance, discreet, ethics, Galatians 5, lasciviousness, lewdness, mary quant, mini skirts, moderation, modest, modest dress, modesty, nakedness, nudity, prom, propriety, self control, senuality, shamefacedness, sobriety
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The Works of the Flesh / The Fruit of the Spirit (One More Time)
We have looked at “The works of the flesh” and “The fruit of the Spirit”. Yet, there are still some things left untouched in our study. This writing will seek to deal with these untouched issues. 1. Notice the wording … Continue reading
Posted in Holy Spirit, Textual study
Tagged Galatians 5, the fruit of the Spirit, the works of the flesh
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The Fruit of the Spirit
The vast majority of the book of Galatians has as its concern the false teachings of Judiazers. However, it is almost as if Paul in the fifth chapter, pauses from this emphasis to say, “You know, you have other problems … Continue reading
Posted in Holy Spirit, Textual study
Tagged faith, Galatians 5, gentleness, goodness, joy, longsuffering, love, meekness, peace, temperance, the fruit of the Spirit
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