" ARE YOU A CARNAL CHRISTIAN ?"

Welcome and come right on in, sit down and stay awhile. This week we are looking into " Carnal Christians." " CARNAL " is translated from the Greek word " Sarkikos, " which actually means " Freshly. " Now this revealing word is seen in the context of Christians in 1 Corinthians 3:1-3. " Paul called the Corinthians infants in the Christian Life because they were not yet Spiritually healthy and mature. The proof was that they quarreled like children, allowing divisions to distract them. Now, immature Christians are " Worldly, " controlled by their own desires; Mature Believers are in tune with God's desires. How much influence do your desires have on your life? Our goal should be to let God's desires be ours. Being controlled by your own desires will stunt your growth. I believe that we must all ask ourselves, are we a Carnal Christian or Unbeliever who is disobedient to the word - that is to Jesus Christ? If you have given this question a thought " Are You A Carnal Christian " how did you answer it? Were you quick to discount the term Carnal Christian? Do you remember when you first got Saved, when you gave your life to the Lord? A total metamorphosis took place in your life, and you were intentional about staying away from the things that caused you to sin. It is vital that you Armor Up Daily, first thing in the morning. Now the Word Of God proves to us that we can have eminent, daily victory. Scripture says, " For sin shall not be master over you, for you are not under law but under grace " (Romans 6:14). If we're no longer the law but under grace, we are now free to sin and disregard the Ten Commandments? Paul says, " May it never be!" When we were under the law, sin was our Master - The law does not, justify us or help us overcome sin. But now that we are bound to Christ, He is our Master, and he gives us power to do good rather than evil. So if you feel you're on a slippery slope, reach out for help by calling on Jesus. Until Next Time... Jim,