Michael37 Posted March 17 Group: Servant Followers: 21 Topic Count: 241 Topics Per Day: 0.11 Content Count: 6,946 Content Per Day: 3.27 Reputation: 4,869 Days Won: 2 Joined: 07/05/2018 Status: Offline Birthday: 09/23/1954 Share Posted March 17 Actions: Walking in the Spirit Gal 5:16-18 So I say, walk in the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. (17) For the flesh craves what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are opposed to each other, so that you do not do what you want. (18) But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law. Attitudes: Fruit of the Spirit Gal 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, (23) Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Abiding: Living in the Spirit Gal 5:24-26 And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. (25) If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. (26) Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another. Accountability: Minding the things of the Spirit Rom 8:4-5 That the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. (5) For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. Online Search Results: Christian accountability is a fundamental concept in the Christian faith. It involves being answerable and responsible for our actions, both to God and to other believers. Let’s explore the basis for this doctrine: Accountability to God: Scriptural Basis: The Bible emphasizes that we are accountable to God for our deeds. Key passages include: Matthew 12:36: “But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken.” Romans 2:16: “This will take place on the day when God judges people’s secrets through Jesus Christ.” Romans 14:12: “So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.” 1 Corinthians 3:10-15: Describes believers’ works being tested by fire. 2 Corinthians 5:10: “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad.” Accountability to Fellow Christians: Scriptural Basis: Christians are also accountable to one another within the community of faith. This mutual accountability is rooted in love, grace, and the desire for spiritual growth. Relevant verses include: John 13:34: “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” Galatians 6:1-2: “Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Philippians 2:4: “Each of you should look not only to your own interests but also to the interests of others.” Hebrews 10:23-24: “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.” James 5:16: “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.” In summary, Christian accountability involves recognizing our responsibility before God and supporting one another in our faith journey. It’s a vital aspect of spiritual maturity and community life within Christianity123. [Copilot] 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Who me Posted March 30 Group: Royal Member Followers: 5 Topic Count: 17 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 3,300 Content Per Day: 1.72 Reputation: 1,685 Days Won: 0 Joined: 01/27/2019 Status: Offline Share Posted March 30 It requires an honesty of mind, to recognise that one is a sinner saved by grace and a humble attitude towards God as one recognises that one has sinned again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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