130818 PM A Key to Happy and Successful Congregations
| A Key to Happy Homes and Successful Congregations A. Happy homes are not filled with bitterness. They are not characterized by strained relationships,jealousy, or self-centeredness. Successful congregations are not at war within themselves. They waragainst ungodly hatred, prejudice, and pride. B. The Second Letter of Paul to the Corinthians contains a key to happy homes and successfulcongregations. God has been clear in his invitation and expectation. How will we respond? I. No longer live for _______, but for him who _________ for your sake. (5:14-15) II. Give yourself first to the ______ , and then __________ to . (8:5) III. Take every _____________ ______________ to obey Christ. (10:5) IV. ________ , Aim for ______ ________ one another, _________ with one another, live in ________ ; and the _______ of love and peace will be with you. (13:11) |