Every Christian man should know….
By Charles E King
1. We are saved by the grace of Jesus Christ alone not by anything we do. Accept this truth.
2. The grace of Jesus does not give us an open license to sin, it should humble us. Knowing that Christ has suffered our punishment, so that we can stand before the holy God unblemished, should awaken us to strive to live a holy life in faith.
3. You will always struggle. But your rest is in Jesus Christ. Let the peace of God rule your heart. Be calm. Respond to the situation with a level head because God is in control.
4. To the best of your ability be at peace with those around you, but don’t compromise your convictions. Be slow to anger and when you are angry don’t sin, but be quick to defend the weak and stand for righteousness. “Pure religion is to remember the widows and the orphans and keep yourself unspotted by the world.” (James 1:27)
5. We exist to glorify God. You should be a living sacrifice to the Lord. Enjoy life the way it is meant to be enjoyed, without perversion or cynicism but in love, faith, and truth. Let your joy be in Christ. “Rejoice in the Lord always and again I say rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4)
6. The beginning of wisdom is the fear of the Lord. If any man claims wisdom without fearing God, his logic is foundationally flawed.
7. Fear the Lord God and nothing else. This will not be easy; you must believe the Lord will provide for you in all matters. Don’t trust your senses; trust God’s word.
8. A woman has the power to build you up or destroy you, be discerning about who you choose to be with. If you get married, take it seriously and lay down your life for your wife because the two of you are now one. Never abuse your wife.
9. A man’s first Godly mission field is to his family.
10. If you have children teach them the ways of the Lord. This is the greatest gift you can bestow upon them. Discipline and disciple your children. There are few things more moving than seeing your child demonstrate wisdom.
11. The Holy Bible is the divinely inspired word of God. It should be a priority to read it and study it frequently.
12. The Holy Bible cannot be in error or contradict itself because God cannot be in error. When you have questions seek the Lord in earnest and know that he is there and will answer.
13. Pray often and in humility, you are in audience with the Holy God. Remember “...The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” (James 5:16)
14. Treat people the way you want to be treated, let all things be done in love, and show the world the love of Christ freely. Make yourself available to others. Don’t make someone beg for help. Don’t withdraw into yourself. The farther you retreat within self, the harder it is to know God, but whatever you do for the least of the brethren you do to Christ Himself. (Matt 25:40)
15. Keep your word. Let your “yes” mean “yes” and your “no” mean “no” (James 5:12)
16. God is sovereign. And you are not God. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not upon your own understanding. (Proverbs 3:5)
17. God loves you. God is Holy. This is why he had to become a man, die, and rise again in order to atone for our sins so that we may live. This is how much he loves you. Take the time to be still and know God.
18. Man is fallen and anything he does outside of God is vanity and destined for dust. Don’t be surprised when it doesn’t last.
19. Nothing good comes out of being intoxicated. Reason will leave you and conscience will be gagged. That which is putrid in you will be left uncaged, unchecked, and the enemy will pounce upon you.
20. Sex is a beautiful gift from God to be shared between a husband and wife. In any other instance beside the aforementioned, when sex is used it is a perversion of the gift.
21. Sexual urges are so powerful; you cannot resist them on your own. You must rely on Christ to overcome. His grace is sufficient. “Submit to God. but resist the devil and he will flee from you” (James 4:7)
22. Forgive. Whether those who have offended you ask for forgiveness or not, forgive. Your heavenly Father has forgiven you and who are you to deny forgiveness to someone else, so forgive. Remember, when Christ was on the cross he pleaded for his Father to forgive those who crucified him as they were mocking him, so forgive. Bless those who spitefully use you. (Luke 6:28)
23. You will find trouble in the world; so there is no need to look for it. There is also no need to fear it, because greater is He who is in you than in the world. (I John 4:4)
24. There is one God and He is three persons. The Father, The Son, and The Holy Ghost are and is the Holy Trinity.
25. Evil will not save you. So, don’t expect, “everything to be ok”, if you are living in sin. Evil will laugh when you fall and mock when you stumble. Whereas, Christ will hold out His hand. To run from the Lord is to embrace death, for that is the only other option. Know this truth.
26. Lying is an abomination to God and it is a gateway to numerous other sins. The Lord delights when you are true and honest. Take this to heart.
27. Pray a blessing over and be thankful for every meal. Purvey the bountiful nourishment before and be humble and grateful in receiving it.
28. You are not promised tomorrow. Your next breath is in God’s hand, to give or take. Don’t be afraid of this thought, let it sober you and help you to live each moment remaining for Christ.
29. Science is a tool to be used to observe and gain a deeper understanding of God’s universe. However, it consists of the empirical findings of man and is therefore subject to man’s corruption and limited intellect. So, beware of those who treat theory as scripture. Look at the stars, if you can, and remember that the entire universe and everything in it will one day be rolled up like a scroll but the Word of God will remain and you will abide with Him.
30. Organized religion is also subject to man’s limitations; beware of pastors who are ravenous wolves in sheep’s clothing. Put your faith and trust in God and not man or you will be dangerously disappointed. You must find a good church that preaches the Bible and worship there with other believers. Make yourself available to the church because it is the bride of Christ and you are a part of it.
31. We will fall and we will fail, this is why we need the amazing grace of Jesus Christ. Humbly, like a child returning to the Father, accept this, get up, and know that the sovereign, Lord, God of all, who is the author and finisher of our faith, will complete the work He has started in us. Remember that “neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing can separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 8:38-39) To Our Lord, Savior, and God Christ Jesus be praise, honor, and glory forever and ever. Amen.
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