God Himself directs us, to increasing fruitfulness, to prepare us to be in His presence (3:11-13). Wrapping my mind around that is a bit of a stretch, but as I begin to apprehend, then the question is, "So what then, what must I do, in light of that?" In 4:1-8, Paul assumes that they, like we, are in an oversexed culture, sex appeal is used to sell anything from pantyhose to politicians. Just turn your TV on--no, on second thought don't! The internet's a mess and even your email isn't safe. How did these people get my address? Oh yeah, its on the website...
So, in all this, how can a young man keep his way pure, How can we keep abounding in fruit in such a fallen, rotting environment? Paul's answer is the same as in Psalm 119:9, "paying attention to what God says!" My problem may be too much attention in the wrong places, not enough in the right. It can be done--it must be done. It's time to pay attention. We'll pay if we don't.
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Hope to see the post after today's message, 6/22. It was a "bull's eye" on target message and I'm thankful so many teens were front and center, including my own. Message spoke to everyone; marrieds, wives and husbands, singles. Kudos to DJ for being brave enough to share his comments before the ending song.
Appreciate you guys,
stillteachable
Thank you Pastor Bob and DJ for speaking truth and being bold in doing so. Please continue to be faithful in bringing to us what God lays on your heart.
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