2 Timothy 3-1-9

1 - This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. 2a - For men shall be lovers of their own selves,

Contemporary humanism: a system of thought centered on the notion of the rational, autonomous self and ignoring the unintegrated and conditional nature of the individual.

2b - covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,      
      
3 Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good,

4 Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God;

Nothing brings more satisfaction to the soul than a constant and intimate relationship with Jesus Christ.   

5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.

In the midst of a global moral meltdown, religion and spirituality will prosper.

6 For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts,

7 Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.

8 Now as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these also resist the truth: men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith.

What truth are you resistant to embrace in this season of your life?

9 But they shall proceed no further: for their folly shall be manifest unto all men, as their's also was.

Do you hear God calling to you to trust Him?

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Sermon Discussion Questions Printable Copy

1. Please read 2 Timothy 3:1-9.  When you read this long list that describes the moral and social conditions in these last days, first, which one might describe you the most? And second, by which one may you have been victimized the most? Someone's pride? False accusations? Deceptive spirituality?

2. Has an external show of religion ever taken priority over the genuine condition of your heart? How so? How can you nurture a proper heart condition?

3. Read 2 Timothy 2:25–26 and compare that with 3:5. How do you compare, contrast, or integrate these two thoughts when dealing with those who oppose you?

4. What's the practical application for Coastal Christian in regards to these first 9 verses of chapter 3? What should we be doing in light of this warning?