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“You can’t tell me what to do!”

Explore the concept of individual responsibility and the influence our decisions have on ourselves and others. Discover the importance of following the will of God and the impact of false teachings on the reputation of the church. Gain insights from biblical passages and reflect on the duty we have towards our fellow Christians.

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“You can’t tell me what to do!”

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  1. “You can’t tell me what to do!”

  2. “I have a right to live my life as I see fit!” Each Individual Responsible for their own decisions- Galatians 6:4,5 Philippians 2:12,13 2 Corinthians 5:10 Ezekiel 18:20

  3. We Are Not Free to Do as we Please We belong to God – Ezekiel 18:4 Our lives belong to the Lord- Romans 14:7,8 We live by the Will of God- 1 Peter 4:1,2 The whole duty of man is to Serve God- Ecclesiastes 12:13

  4. Decisions we Make Often Affect Lives of Others Romans 5:18 Romans 4:16-25 You do NOT have the right to sin as you see fit Romans 12:9-13 Parents to Train Children- Proverbs 22:6

  5. Decisions we Make Often Affect Lives of Others Fellow Christians to Encourage Each Other –Hebrews 10:23-25 We work to restore lost- Galatians 6:1,2 We seek to persuade others- 2 Corinthians 5:10,11

  6. Among Congregations Head of church is Christ – Colossians 1:18 Elders oversee work of local congregation – Acts 14:23 Responsible for local flock- Acts 20:28 They live and work among that flock- 1 Peter 5:2

  7. Among Congregations There is No Organization beyond the local church Independence does not give the congregation the right to determine what is right or wrong It is Not simply a matter of judgment how we implement a command of God

  8. Scriptures Are Complete Acts 20:27 – “whole council of God” 2 Timothy 3:16,17 “given by inspiration of God" 2 Peter 1:3 “all things that pertain to life and godliness” Whatever we do must be with the Authority of Christ- Colossians 3:17

  9. No Eldership, Preacher or any other man has the right to Loose where God has Not Loosed, or Bind where God has Not Bound

  10. Are there decisions that a local congregation must make? Most Certainly! In all choices, must first be a command that allows latitude where a choice must be made

  11. While churches remain independent, One church may send aid to another Acts 11:19-26 Philippians 4:14-16 Acts 11:27-30

  12. While churches remain independent, One church may Advise Another Acts 15:1-4 Acts 15:12 Acts 15:23,24 Acts 18:27 1 Timothy 1:20

  13. What if an individual or congregation leaves the Truth, choosing the Wrong Path? Romans 16:17 “note those who cause divisions and offenses, …and avoid them.”

  14. Individuals were commended for their work Acts 16:1,2 “well spoken of by the brethren at Lystra and Iconium”

  15. Churches also develop Reputations Romans 16:19 Romans 1:8 Revelation 3:1

  16. Whose Business is it if a Congregation is Teaching Falsely? Everyone’s! Affects Reputation of the church universal Impacts those who are traveling

  17. While we must make our own decisions & must live with the consequences, our responsibility for our brethren does not end at the door

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