Pastor Lawton's Sermon

November 1, 2009 - "Forgive Me, Me, Me!"

Sermon Outline

More of the Same
 I Thessalonians 4:1 - 10

Why are there changes?

• A shift in thinking
• Example: A change in the value of life

• New approach
• Technology

• A greater commitment
• We change

More and More (v. 1 – 2)

• Our walk with Christ will reflect our time with Christ

• Live in a way that pleases God
• How often do we think about His joy?

• Motivation to please God
• Fear or love
• Love is the greatest motivator for God and us (Romans 5:8)
• The bride of Christ (Ephesians 5:25 – 27)

What pleases God? (v.3)

• Surrendered Obedience
• We are no longer in control

• More alone does not produce good results
• More of our efforts does not yield holiness

• Becoming more holy
• Daily submission

Holy Living

• Avoiding sexual immorality (v. 3 – 8)
• Knowing God makes the difference
• Having the Holy Spirit
• Do not choose to reject God

• Loving more (v. 9 -10)
• Love as God loves us
• We have been taught by God 

Called to please God
We know God’s will
           
Now go and do God’s will!

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