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In a world without a standard, where everyone does what they think is right, this text explores the importance of holding onto the standard set by Jesus Christ. His words govern the conscience, define right and wrong, provide guidance like a shepherd, distinguish truth from error, and form the basis for judgment. Are you holding onto this standard?
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Holding to the Standard in aStandardless World • World Without a Standard • nothing to govern the conscience • every man does what is right in his own eyes- no “sin” • man lives as sheep without a shepherd • no basis to judge “truth” and “error”, so all religious teaching and worship is acceptable • everyone will be rewarded with heaven; no one can be condemned for failing to meet a standard
Holding to the Standard in aStandardless World Our Standard is the Words of our Lord Jesus Christ 2 Tim 1:13; 1 Tim 6:3
Holding to the Standard in aStandardless World • Standard of Jesus’ Words • Governs conscience Rom 2:14-15; 1 Thess 4:1-2; 1 Tim 1:5 • Defines “right” and “wrong” (“sin”) 1 Jn 3:4; 1 Tim 1:8-11 • Provides Shepherd Mk 6:34; Jn 10; 2 Tim 3:16-17; 1 Pet 3:8-12 • Distinguishes “truth” and “error” so all religious teaching and worship is not acceptable 1 Tim 6:3-5; 1 Jn 4:1,6; 2 Jn 9-11; Jude 3-4 • Provides basis for the Judgment- reward/punishment Jn 12:48; Mt 7:24-25; Js 1:22-25; Heb 2:1-4; 10:26-31
Holding to the Standard in aStandardless World • Are You Holding to the Standard? • Do you let the standard govern your conscience? • Do you define “right” and “wrong” by the standard? • Are you following the Shepherd’s voice? • Do you distinguish “truth” and “error” by the standard? • According to the standard, what do you expect at the Judgment?
