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Maturing In Stature

February 6, 2022 Pastor: Bryan Glisson Series: 1st Things 1st

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12–20

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Message Points 

1ST THINGS 1ST
Maturing In Stature (Bodily—Physically)
1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Series Introduction: In Luke 2:52 we read that Jesus grew in the same four areas we should grow to be fully mature. Just as He, we are expected to mature mentally, physically, spiritually, and relationally. We also find in Luke 10:27 that we should demonstrate our love for God in the same four areas.

“So, Jesus answered and said, ‘You shall love the Lord your God 
with all your heart (spiritual health),
with all your soul (emotional health),
with all your strength (physical health),
and
with all your mind (cognitive health),’
and ‘your neighbor as yourself.’”   (Luke 10:27)

The Possible Dangers to the Body

Freedom can produce bondage (1 Corinthians 6:12)

“Just because something is technically legal doesn’t mean that it’s spiritually appropriate. If I went around doing whatever I thought I could get by with, I’d be a slave to my whims.”    (1 Corth 6:12—The Message)

Freedom can produce over-indulgence (1 Corinthians 6:13a)

The Powerful Declarations concerning the Body
Intended to be an instrument for God’s Glory (1 Corinthians 6:13b)
Intended to be transformed for God’s Glory (1 Corinthians 6:14)

The Painful Defilements against the Body
Dishonors God’s intention—spirit & body are one (1 Corinthians 6:15-17)
Violates the body—can be very destructive (1 Corinthians 6:18)

The Priceless Devotion regarding the Body
Sanctified by the Spirit of God (1 Corinthians 6:19a)
--your body is a place where God dwells (1 Corinthians 6:19b) (John 14:17)
--your body is not your own (1 Corinthians 6:19c)

Purchased by the Son of God (1 Corinthians 6:20a)
--glorify God in your body (1 Corinthians 6:20b)
--glorify God in your spirit (1 Corinthians 6:20c)

Application: If you are a follower of Jesus, your body is a temple of the Lord. Do you take care of your body? Do you guard it from those things that may defile it or make it less usable for His glory? In what ways do you invest in your body, to make it more usable for the kingdom of God

 

Giving

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Join The Worship Team

Wednesday, February 9 - 6:30-7:45pm

If you are interested in joining the Worship Team, we will have an
Team Night in the Worship Center to share our vision moving forward this Spring. Whether you play an instrument, want to join the choir, or serve on our production team, we would love to see you. Chic-fil-A will be served, so come hungry!

For more information and to sign up, click: HERE

 

Better Together Marriage Weekend 

Friday 2/18 6:00pm-8:45pm
Saturday 2/19 8:15am-3:30pm

Combines the knowledge of how God created our mind, will and emotions with how His Word calls us to relate to one another with grace & in love. $30 registration fee includes conference workbook, personalized assessment, dessert & coffee Friday Night, breakfast & lunch Saturday, and childcare.

To register by Sunday 2/6, click HERE

 

Unite 2022

March 4-5

Bringing together students from different churches, schools, & cultures to empower them to make a difference in their communities for Christ. Unite will be packed with
worship, teaching, games, & food!

Cost: $25 - includes lunch & dinner March 5 & t-shirt. 

To Register, click: HERE

 

Welcome New Members

Brittany Beam
Jason Beam
Bryason Bridges
Mike Coker
Sharon Coker
Matt Henderson
Jada Henderson
Walker Henderson
Makenna Henderson
Chip McGill
Laura McGill
Pat Roberts
Cindy Roberts

 

SENIORS WITH A TESTIMONY

February 15th6:00pmLegacy Suite

Join us for dinner, fellowship, and to hear from two of our international Gardner Webb students about their ministries back home!

 

Clubhouse Kids Ministry

To view Clubhouse Resources which include: Worship Experiences (Bible Story), Godtime Cards, and Parent Guides: Click HERE

 

warehouse247 Student Ministry

Wednesday 5:30-7:45pm.  A Worship Gathering just for middle and high school students.  Cafe/Games/Worship/Teaching

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