Search The ScripturesStudy 620

Limits Of Christian Liberty

“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me” John 5: 39 (KJV).

1 Corinthians 8: 1-13

Memory Verse

“But take heed lest by any means this liberty of yours become a stumbling block to them that are weak”1 Corinthians 8:9

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Text: 1 Cor. 8: 1-13

• Idols We know that an idol is nothing in the world, and that there is none

other God but one.

• Things offered unto idols Buying and eating things sacrificed to inanimate things.

• Liberty freedom from control, interference, obligation, restriction, hampering

conditions, etc.

• Stumbling Block an obstacle or hindrance to progress, belief, or understanding.

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Our responsibilities

• Col 1:28b.

• Teach the whole counsel of God.

• Watch against apostasy & wolves.

• Available to answer doctrinal questions.

• Clear every doubts through God’s word.

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What should be the responsibilities of Christian ministers to their congregation?

Enriching Knowledge of God’s Love: The Basis of Christian Conduct

• Acting on basis of knowledge WITHOUT consideration to other believers could HURT.

• Knowledge puffs up, but LOVE builds up (1Cor. 8:1b)

• Scripture remains the ONLY source of TRUE knowledge.

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How can a believer be enriched in the knowledge of Christ?

• Expression of our LOVE “Agape” towards others.

• We are saved & sanctified through His love

• Eph 3: 17-19.

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The love of Christ is revealed to humanity through His vicarious death on the cross.

Exhortation Regarding The Limits Of Christian Liberty

• 1Cor 8:9

• Ps 115: 2-8.

• Level of spiritual maturity differs.

• Desist from actions that could defile the conscience of “weak/ignorant” believers.

• Love that edifies does not seek her own.

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How can strong believers help the weak brethren?

By willingly avoid anything that will not edify other brethren at ALL times.

By being conscious of others with less spiritual maturity.

By nourishing them with the word of God on regular basis.

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Guiding principle should be “WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?”

1 Cor 6:12, 8:13 Liberty is not license to mislead

Caution On Sinning Against The Body Of Christ

Brotherly consideration is very important in refraining and abstaining from certain actions.

Christian should be spiritually sensitive to avoid negative effects.

Lord cautions against offending little believers. Severe judgement prescribed in Mark 9:42. Be CHRIST-LIKE in conduct and character.

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What areas of life should we edify the body of Christ in exemplary lifestyle and conduct?

• Christian marriages.

• Naming ceremonies.

• Dressings.

• Graduation ceremonies.

• Worship services/programs.

• Burial rites.

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Conclusion

Exercise your LIBERTY with caution and prudence, lest you become a stumbling block on the way to heaven.

God is watching in secret and open

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