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Discover why it is crucial for Christians to take a stand in a world filled with falsehood and moral decay. Drawing inspiration from biblical figures such as David, Daniel, Esther, and the apostles, learn how to courageously uphold your faith against the pressures of society. Explore the importance of standing firm against false teachings and societal acceptance of sin, and find strength in the armor of God. Recent news stories highlight the growing need for Christians to boldly defend their beliefs in various spheres, from homes and workplaces to communities and churches. Embrace the fear of God, courage, faith, and love for truth as essential components for taking a stand in today's culture.
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Ephesians 6:11-14 • 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. 14Stand therefore…
I Corinthians 16:13-14 • 13 Watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong. • 14 Let all that you do be done with love.
Take A Stand! • David • I Samuel 17 • Daniel • Daniel 1:5-8 • Shad, Mesh, Abed • Daniel 3 • Esther • Esther 4:7-16 • John the Baptizer • Luke 3:19-20 • Twelve Apostles • Acts 4 & 5 • Paul • Acts 13, 15, 17 • Jesus • John 2; Matt. 15, 23
Why we Need to Take A Stand • God Requires this of every Christian • Ephesians 6:10-17; I Timothy 6:12 • Much False Teaching Exists & is being Spread • I John 4:1; Matt. 7:15-16a • Good is Called Evil, and Evil is Called Good • Isaiah 5:20; Romans 12:9 • Acceptance of Sin & Perversity is Growing • Romans 1:28; Eph. 4:17-19; 2 Timothy 3:13
Recent News Stories • “New Hampshire school defends sexually graphic novel” • “Teacher tells student he can’t read the Bible in classroom” • “HGTV drops show after controversy erupts over hosts’ Christian views on gay marriage & abortion” • “Baker forced to make gay wedding cakes, undergo sensitivity training, after losing lawsuit” • “Wisconsin gay marriage ban struck down”
Where we Need to Take A Stand • In our own Home!(Joshua 24:15) • In the Workplace! (Ephesians 5:11-13) • In the Schools! (Colossians 2:8) • In our Communities! (I Peter 3:14-16) • In the Local church! (2 Timothy 4:1-5)
What is Required to Take a Stand • A Fear of God, not of Man • Proverbs 29:25; 2 Timothy 1:7-8; Hebrews 13:6 • Courage • Joshua 1:7, 9; Matt. 10:32-33; I Cor. 16:13 • Faith • 2 Corinthians 5:7; 2 Timothy 1:12; Hebrews 11:6 • A Love for Truth and for Lost Souls • John 17:17; 8:32; Prov. 23:23; 2 Cor. 5:10-11