Followers of Jesus must forsake sensuality by embracing holiness and self-control. In part 2 of American Idols, Pastor Dan Cox reads from 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8.
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Study Notes
AMERICAN IDOLS
- Materialism
- Sensuality
- Radical Individualism
Forsake materialism by embracing stewardship and generosity
Sensuality according to Merriam-Webster
- relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite
- devoted to or preoccupied with the senses or appetites
Understanding the Text
- Make steady progress in holy living (1 Thessalonians 4:1-2)
- Avoid sexual immorality (1 Thessalonians 4:3)
- Learn self-control (1 Thessalonians 4:4-5)
- Honor one another (1 Thessalonians 4:6a)
- Live in healthy fear of the Lord (1 Thessalonians 4:6b)
- Remember your call to holiness (1 Thessalonians 4:7)
- Rely on your divine power source (1 Thessalonians 4:8)
I need help…
- At the Altar of Sexual Idolatry by Steve Gallagher
- Feeding Your Appetites by Stephen Arterburn
- Setting Captives Free: www.settingcaptivesfree.com
For married couples…
- Sheet Music by Kevin Leman