Conformity with the World

Subject: Conformity with the World

Scripture Reading: Ephesians 2: 1 - 22

Memory Verse: Romans 12: 2

Objective: To remind believers of the danger of conformation in this era.

1. What sound advice must every Christian constantly heed, and what should be their aim? 1 John 2: 15 - 17; Colossians 3: 1 - 3

2. List the acts of worldliness God condemned in Israel, that is evident in the church today? Isaiah 2: 6 - 9; Isaiah 3: 1 - 11 & 16 - 25

3. How does James express the necessity of separation from the world? James 1: 27; James 4: 4 - 6

4. State the impact on Israel because of their desire in the days of Samuel? 1 Samuel 8: 5 - 6

5. Compare Peter’s admonition in contrast with the modern women and men. 1 Peter 3: 1 - 8

Note: When a child of God participates in an activity that may be questionable, he/she should consider his/her brethren. Where however, an activity is ok but a brother or sister is impacted negatively one must be mindful of such activity. A true Christian will always take into consideration their brethren. (See Romans 14: 7, 21; 1 Corinthians 8: 13)

6. What is Peter’s admonition to us that should be kept in mind whatever we do or wherever we go? 1 Peter 2: 9 - 10

7. When Peter suggested something against the will of God, how did Jesus respond? Matthew 16: 21 - 23

8. Should a believer blessed with the Holy Spirit have any fellowship with evil works, and what lesson can be learned from the grace of God? Ephesians 5: 8 - 12; Titus 2: 11 – 13