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7 Steps for Putting off the Old Man and Putting on the New
Ephesians 4:17-24
Our need to change should be evident from even the most
casual reading of the Bible. Even the
world acknowledges that Christians are to be different. The last time we were in Ephesians we covered
these save verses to understand the doctrine of change. Today, I wish to take that doctrine and walk
through a practical application.
Change is hard.
Change, when it comes to sin is even harder. Because sin is so powerful, you cannot change
on your own. The reason Christians are
to stand out as changed people is that the change is unattainable through
secular means. The Holy Spirit is
required to be the strength for our change.
He is our conscience, our motivator, our giver of wisdom.
1. Spirit led
Make your
change a matter of worship. Not a matter
of pride, health, or performance)
Give glory
unto God. Romans 8:1- 14, 1 Corinthians 10:31
2. Scriptural Based
Ask God to
lead you to corresponding scriptures, and make them real in your life. Your change needs a doctrine behind it. PS
119:11, Matthew 13:18-24
3. Prayer
Prayer
confronts the inner man. Use your verses
as a means of prayer. Psalm 66:18, James 5:16-18, 1 Peter 3:12
4. Form a new habit in place of the old.
Replace
sensuality with self-control, thieves must now work to help others. Romans
12:1-2, Ephesians 4:28
5. Consistency
Plan to
keep a covenant with God. Know your
heart and weaknesses. Be prepared. James 1:14-15, 1 Corinthians 10:112-14
6. Repent-work-repent as necessary
Have a plan
for when you fail to get up again and not quit. Matthew 4:17, 1 John 1:9
7. Accountability
We need a
brother’s keeper. This is part of church
covenant membership. 2 Thessalonians 3:13-16, James 5:19-20
