60 likes | 82 Views
Explore the responsibility and examples of representing God from the Old Testament to the New Testament, reflecting Christ's nature by embodying light, perfection, and holiness. Learn how holy conduct shapes interactions and avoids behaviors that can dim the light of Christ, while striving to let His glory shine through in all aspects of life.
E N D
Representing God • Christ represents God Hebrews 1:3 • We should represent God O.T. Examples • Israel Deuteronomy 4:1-8 • Exodus 19:4-6 it is a responsibility • David 2 Samuel 12:14 • Israel in captivity Ezekiel 36:2-24 • The leaders in the return Nehemiah 5:9
Representing Christ • Christ represents God Hebrews 1:3 • We should represent God Matthew 5 • God is light • We are the light of the world 5:14-16 • God is perfect • We are to be like God 5:44-48 • God is holy • We are to be holy 1 Peter 1:14-16
Holy Conduct • 1 Peter 2:12 give no ammunition to the enemy Titus 2:6-8 • Younger women Titus 2:4-5 • Younger men Titus 2:6-8 • Slaves Titus 2:9-10 • 1 Peter 4:1-6 a changed life even if criticized 3:13-17, 4:12-16
Extinguishing the Light • 1 Peter 4:15 • Murderer • Lawbreaker • Thief • Busybody • Titus 2:9-10 • Laziness • Rebellion • Selfishness
Extinguishing the Glory of Christ • Ephesians 4:25-5:14 • Dishonesty • Anger • Bad language 5:3-4 • Bad attitudes • Fornication • Greed • 5:8, 13-14 Let Christ shine in you