PM Scripture Reading: 1 Timothy 4.6-11

This Evening’s Sermon:

Brent T. Willey

“ADD TO YOUR FAITH…GODLINESS!”

2 Peter 1.5-11

(Part Six)

Introduction:

1. What is “godliness?”
   1. Eusebeia: eu [“well”] & sebomai [“to worship”] – the radical idea is “worship rightly directed” (Vincent).
   2. In verse 6 its main meaning seems to be devotion to or complete commitment to God – “true religious life” (tev).
2. “Godliness” is more than just a state of mind – it is a way of life that honors God in action and attitude!

I.GODLINESS BEGINS WITH EMPTYING SELF!

1. The thoughts of the godly are well established. (Prov. 16.3)

1. Inner thoughts define the person! (Prov. 23.7)

2. Put on the mind of Christ! (Phil. 2.5; 4.8)

1. Denying self results in sacrificial commitment.

1. It is how we take up “our cross daily.” (Luke 9.23)

2. It is necessary for “transformation.” (Rom. 12.1-2)

 II.GODLINESS CONTINUES IN LIFELONG DEVOTION!

1. From start to finish! (Heb. 3.14)

1. Satan wants us to “lose heart” – give up! (Gal. 6.9)

2. “We must through many tribulations enter the kingdom of God” (Acts 14.21-22).

1. It is equally important that we finish the race! (Acts 20.24)

1. Do not “run in vain” (Phil. 2.16)!

2. Paul’s confidence can be our confidence! (2 Tim. 4.6-8)

Conclusion: “Godliness is profitable for all things” (1 Tim. 4.7-8).