Fusion: week of 2/17

FAMILY THEME: DISCIPLINED LIVING

1 Corinthians 9:24-27 ; Titus 2:1-14 ; Proverbs 23:1-8

We admire the Biblical virtue of self-discipline when we see it

on display. Self-discipline enables even not-so-naturally-talented

individuals to "soar above the level of mediocrity".

1.  Live With Purpose

     (1 Corinthians 9:24-27)

     Material awards and public honor for personal achievements

     have a limited shelf-life. However, human effort, married to

     Biblical objectives, has eternal value contributing to something

     that lasts forever!

 
2.  Live to Benefit Others

     (Titus 2:1-14)

     Most virtues within us are not automatic or naturally occurring.

     They must be taught to us.

 
3.  Live With Restraint

     (Daniel 1:1-21 ; Proverbs 23:1-9)

     Babylonian culture was foreign to Daniel and his three friends

     in their captivity.