New Years Resolution (1 Timothy 4:7-10) | Pastor Hayden Thomas
Weekend Sermons Podcast · Compass Bible Church Hill Country
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Show Notes
Preaching Point: 2023 should be the year we trade in our short-lived resolutions and train ourselves for godliness that guarantees benefits for now and eternity.
Main Text: 1 Timothy 4:7–10
Teaching Points:
1.) Get Familiar with Scripture v7a
2.) Pursue Godliness vv7b-9
3.) Stay Motivated by the End Goal vv10-11
Application Questions:
1.) What is one observation you found particularly helpful from this week’s sermon?
2.) Read Psalm 119:9-16. According to Psalm 119, why is familiarizing yourself with God’s words vital if you want to live a godly life? What commitments can you implement to become more familiar with the Bible this year?
3.) Read 2 Timothy 2:21 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17. How is the pursuit of godliness directly related to God’s desire to use you for his good purposes?
4.) Read 1 Peter 1:13–16. How do these verses define the proper attitude you should have towards the pursuit of holiness? How can you begin to:
a.) Plan -
b.) Prepare -
c.) Partner up -
d.) Persevere -
5.) Read Hebrews 12:1-3 and Romans 12:1–3. How do these scriptures motivate you to keep the end goal in mind as you pursue personal godliness? Write down two helpful exercises that will motivate you to keep the end goal in mind as you pursue holiness this year.