7 RESPECTABLE SINS
Part 2: Unrestrained Desire�
Matthew 5:27-30
Unrestrained desire�
1�leads to unfaithfulness. v. 27
2�begins in the heart. v. 28
But each one is tempted when he is carried away and enticed by his own lust.
Then when lust has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and when sin is accomplished, it brings forth death. (James 1:14, 15)
3�longs for what we see. v. 29
For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world.
The world is passing away, and also its lusts; but the one who does the will of God lives forever. (I John 2:16, 17)
4�culminates in what we do. v. 30
Part 2: Unrestrained Desire�
Matthew 5:27-30
February 25, 2018 • Edwin Shepperson
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