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. They will not inherit the kingdom of God - 1 Co 6:9-10
3. Yet where there is repentance one can find grace
a. One can be washed, sanctified, and justified - 1 Co 6:11
1) The blood of Christ can wash away sin
2) The Spirit of God can help one live a sanctified life
b. Though it may mean living a celibate life - cf. Mt 19:10-12
1) Becoming a ‘eunuch’ by choice, if necessary to accept Jesus’ sayings
2) Because the kingdom of heaven is worth any sacrifice
CONCLUSION
1. Those who accept Jesus’ teaching on marriage, divorce and remarriage...
a. Have the assurance that God joins them in holy matrimony
b. Avoid the sin and trauma of causing adultery or committing adultery
c. Can have the hope of entering the kingdom of heaven, though it may mean celibacy
Mark A. Copeland
2. Those who reject the Bible’s teaching on marriage, divorce and remarriage...
a. May have papers saying they are divorced, or married, but God still holds them accountable
b. Have no basis for rejecting all sorts of ideas regarding the institution of marriage
c. Have no hope of inheriting the kingdom of God, though they may have temporal bliss
Jesus said that those who would be His disciples must abide in His Words and observe what He taught
(Jn 8:31-32; Mt 28:18-20). How will you react to the teachings of Jesus?
“From that time many of His disciples went back and walked with Him no more. Then
Jesus said to the twelve, ‘Do you also want to go away?’ But Simon Peter answered
Him, ‘Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.’” - Jn 6:66-68
Are you willing to follow Him who has the words of eternal life...?
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