Theological Proposition/Focus: God has Soveriegnly set standards for His people to follow.
Homiletical Proposition/Application: As we begin a new year may we stand firm even when no-one else is watching.
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Setting the Stage:
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We are called to live life in the world but not of the world (1-6).
Following Jesus needs to be a part of your life outside the walls of this church (1-2).
You have been placed on the mission field in your day-to-day life (3-5).
No matter your title or position remember you follow Christ (6).
Image: My mission field, LNK - what is your mission field?
MTR: Reflect on the world in which you live and consider "What is my mission field?"
Therefore, you can expect to encounter temptation (7-10).
On the mission field you will encounter people who do not understand that you follow Christ (7).
On the mission field you will be presented with seemingly minor temptations (8-9).
On the mission field you will be presented with reasonable arguments to disobey (10).
Image: Nobody would really know if I just did a touch-and-go at night!
MTR: Ask yourself, what temptations am I facing on the mission field?
Remember, that obedience is worth it even when it seems nobody is watching (11-21)!
On the mission field you will be presented with opportunities to stand in obedience (11-14).
On the mission field you will be presented with opportunities to see God's blessing (15-17).
On the mission field others should notice that there is something different about you (18-21).
MTR: Look for opportunities to give God the glory for the blessing you receive on the field.
