The Big Idea:
As Christians, our convictions are shaped by biblical principles. Since we believe the Bible is God’s Word and that its truth lasts forever, our beliefs and convictions cannot change regardless of the changes in our society.
Main Points:
1. What are your core convictions? Have you ever made a list? A conviction is a firmly held belief. It is part of who you are as a person. It shapes your choices and decisions. A conviction does change with the winds of time. It is part of your character.
2. The first category is biblical convictions. These convictions are the clear teachings of Scripture for doctrine and lifestyle. They are clearly outlined in scripture for us and they are the will of God for our faith and practice. These biblical convictions never change. They are the same in every generation because the Word of God never changes.
3. The second category is personal convictions. A personal conviction is a specific boundary of behavior that God has set for a person individually; however it is not necessarily a commandment defined in the Bible, nor is it a behavior meant for others to follow.
Today’s Scripture Verses:
James 4:17 - “So whoever knows the right thing to do and fails to do it, for him it is sin.”
1 Timothy 4:12 - “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” This means, no matter your age, you should let God’s Word inform how you live your life. As you do so, you are an example to others.
1 Corinthians 16:13 - “Stand firm in the faith.”
Isaiah 40:8 - “The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever.”
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