CHRISTIAN FAMILY FELLOWSHIP, PDO, MUSCAT.
THE WORKS
OF THE FLESHText Gal 5: 1-21
Introduction:
Gal 5:19-21 provides the checklist for a Christian’s self examination. These are human nature which are cherished by the flesh but abhored by the spirit of God in man. They form the sins which easily beset us (Heb 12:1). As potent tools in the hands of the devil, they defile or destroy the physical body, strain relationship and ultimately deprive men from entering the Kingdom of God.
1. The deeds of the flesh are the products of th~ heart. Do you agree witthis statement?
Matt 15: 17-20; Jer 17:9.
2. Adultery, fornication,, lasciviousness
a) Is there any difference between Fornication and Adultery?
b) What other things do you consider as sexual immoralities. — Rom 1:26-28, 1 Corith 6:9.
c) What are the consequences of sexual immorality. — Deut 22:22, 2Sam 12:1- 12, 1 Corith 5:9,
Rev 21:8,
d) How can we avoid this sin. L Corith 6:18, l Corith 7:2
3 Wrath (anger), Strife, Hatred and murder. (How long or short is your temper?)
a) Give some examples of those who where angry in the scripture and the effect_of such anger
b) What are the ways of dealing with anger? Psalm 37:8, Eph 4:31-32, Col 3:8, James 1:19-20.
c) Hatred is a product of unforgiveness and when conceived gives birth to murder. 2 Sam 13: I?
20-29.
Anger and strife are formidable detriments to Biblical love, harmonious relationships, and maturity in Christ. Failing to put off anger and strife grieves the Holy Spirit, gives Satan opportunity in your life, obscures your witness to others, and disrupts the unity in the body of Christ
4. Revelling (carousing) and drunkeness
Should a Christian abstain from drinking and serving of alcoholic liquor. Prov 20:1; Prov 31: 4-7;Lk l: l3-15; John 2:1-l1; l Tim3:3; l Tim 5:23.
5. Idolatry and witchcraft
a) What are the practices that constitute idolatory? .
d) What are some of the characteristics of ,witchcraftcy? Deut 18:10 11
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5. Give examples of common thoughts, words, and acttons that reveal envy (Jealousy, covetousness, greed)? How should a Christian react towards the success of others?
6. Name some other works of the flesh that are not mentioned in Gal 5: 19-21. Rom 1:29-30,
Conclusion:
THE BODY IS AS HEALTHY AS THE HEART IS. Therefore, circumcise your heart and keep it pure,
(Dt 10: 16, Rom 2: 29), for only the pure in heart shall see God, Matt 5:8.