berserko.org » self control http://berserko.org Silliness rehosted Wed, 09 Jun 2010 14:23:58 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 2008 mark@synistralia.com (berserko.org) mark@synistralia.com (berserko.org) Religion and Spirituality: Christianity 1440 http://berserko.org/wp-content/plugins/podpress/images/powered_by_podpress.jpg berserko.org » self control http://berserko.org 144 144 Silliness rises from the ashes berserko.org berserko.org mark@synistralia.com no no James Chapter One http://berserko.org/2010/02/09/james-chapter-one/ http://berserko.org/2010/02/09/james-chapter-one/#comments Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:54:14 +0000 mark http://berserko.org/?p=815 By Jesse Jenkins

Benchley, January 17, 2010

]]> http://berserko.org/2010/02/09/james-chapter-one/feed/ 0 0:00:01 By Jesse Jenkins Benchley, January 17, 2010 In this chapter, James shows that pure religion is personal.  If I am saved, it is because I ... By Jesse Jenkins Benchley, January 17, 2010 In this chapter, James shows that pure religion is personal.  If I am saved, it is because I overcame temptation, it is because I overcame lust, etc. James 1:1-12 Temptation overcome works spiritual growth and blessing.  (James 1:2-4) When tempted, do not try to make it alone; turn to God for help.  (James 1:5-8) Blessed is the one, who in trust of the Lord, overcomes temptation.  (James 1:12) James 1:13-15 God cannot be tempted with evil, nor does He tempt any man with evil.  (James 1:13) People do tempt, i.e., test God.  (Luke 20:23; Acts 5:9; Acts 15:10) God does tempt, i.e., test people.  (Genesis 22:1) But it is the devil, through lust, that tempts people with evil.  (James 1:14-15) James 1:17-18 Every good and every perfect gift is from God.  (James 1:17) The greatest gift is to be begotten by God and be His.  (James 1:18) James 1:19-27 Self-control (James 1:19) Purity (James 1:21) Reception of truth (James 1:21) Meekness (James 1:21) Obedience (James 1:22-24) Steadfastness (James 1:25) Control tongue (James 1:26) Compassion and care for the needy (James 1:27) Bible Study, Mark's stuff mark@synistralia.com no no 2010-01-03 – Jesse Jenkins – I Resolve http://berserko.org/2010/01/04/2010-01-03-jesse-jenkins-i-resolve/ http://berserko.org/2010/01/04/2010-01-03-jesse-jenkins-i-resolve/#comments Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:21:17 +0000 mark http://berserko.org/2010/01/04/2010-01-03-jesse-jenkins-i-resolve I Resolve

By Jesse Jenkins

Benchley, January 3, 2010

]]> http://berserko.org/2010/01/04/2010-01-03-jesse-jenkins-i-resolve/feed/ 0 0:00:01 I Resolve By Jesse Jenkins Benchley, January 3, 2010 Colossians 1:13 Civil - governmental Be in subjection -?Romans 13:1 Pay taxes -?Romans 13:6; Matthew 22:21 Honor rules -?I ... I Resolve By Jesse Jenkins Benchley, January 3, 2010 Colossians 1:13 Civil - governmental Be in subjection -?Romans 13:1 Pay taxes -?Romans 13:6; Matthew 22:21 Honor rules -?I Peter 2:17 Pray for rulers - I Timothy 2:1-2 Obey - I Peter 2:13-14, modified by Acts 5:29 Civic - community Be a neighbor -? Luke 10:30-35 Care for the needy -?Luke 10:30-35 Be a good example -?Philippians 2:14-15 Business - occupation Self employed -?Proverbs 11:1; 16:11 Employer - Matthew 20:1-10; Colossians 4:1 Employee - Titus 2:9; Matthew 20:1-10 A Christian should be among the best business men. Domestic - home Husband - Ephesians 5:25,28; I Peter 3:7; I Timothy 5:8 Wife - Ephesians 5:22,31; I Peter 3:1-4 Parents - Ephesians 6:4; Titus 2:3-5; Hebrews 12:9-10 Children - Ephesians 6:2; Matthew 15:4; I Timothy 5:4,16 Spiritual - church Keep self pure - I Timothy 5:22; James 1:27; Philippians 1:27; Ephesians 5:27 Assemble to worship in local church - Acts 5:42; 20:7; Hebrews 10:24-25 Teach the word - I Peter 3:15; Galatians 6:1; Acts 8:4 Give in local church fund as prospered so the work assigned the local church can be financed. Let us resolve to live such lives as to glorify God in our every walk and relationship of life. Bible Study, Mark's stuff mark@synistralia.com no no 2009-11-29 – David Watson – Self-Control http://berserko.org/2009/12/22/2009-11-29-david-watson-self-control/ http://berserko.org/2009/12/22/2009-11-29-david-watson-self-control/#comments Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:51:16 +0000 mark http://berserko.org/2009/12/22/2009-11-29-david-watson-self-control Self-Control

By David Watson

Benchley, November 29, 2009

]]> http://berserko.org/2009/12/22/2009-11-29-david-watson-self-control/feed/ 0 0:00:01 Self-Control By David Watson Benchley, November 29, 2009 Self-Control By David Watson Benchley, November 29, 2009 Bible Study, Mark's stuff mark@synistralia.com no no 2009-06-07 – John Evans – Stealing Our Hearts and Minds: Entertainment Media and the Christian http://berserko.org/2009/06/07/2009-06-07-john-evans-stealing-our-hearts-and-minds-entertainment-media-and-the-christian/ http://berserko.org/2009/06/07/2009-06-07-john-evans-stealing-our-hearts-and-minds-entertainment-media-and-the-christian/#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:49:15 +0000 mark http://berserko.org/2009/06/07/2009-06-07-john-evans-stealing-our-hearts-and-minds-entertainment-media-and-the-christian Stealing Our Hearts and Minds:? Entertainment Media and the Christian

By John Evans

Benchley, June 7, 2009

  • Psalms 119:37
  • I Thessalonians 5:22?- Abstain from all forms of evil.
  • Romans 13:14?- Make no provision at all for evil.
  • Ephesians 5:11?- Have no fellowship with evil.
  • Psalms 101:2-3?- “I will set nothing wicked before my eyes.”
  • Philippians 4:8?- Think on good things.
  • Proverbs 4:23?- Keep your heart with diligence.
  • Excuses
    • I hear vulgarity all the time and it doesn’t effect me.
    • Mature minds can handle mature subjects.
    • Some of those movies are really good!
      • Of course they are good!? That’s how the devil entices us.
  • What can we do?
    • Be honest about the ratings!
    • Just turn it off.
    • Beware of plop and LOP TV watching.
    • Don’t let your kids watch TV after you go to sleep.
    • Throw out bad movies.
]]> http://berserko.org/2009/06/07/2009-06-07-john-evans-stealing-our-hearts-and-minds-entertainment-media-and-the-christian/feed/ 0 0:00:01 Stealing Our Hearts and Minds:? Entertainment Media and the Christian By John Evans Benchley, June 7, 2009 Psalms 119:37 I Thessalonians 5:22?- Abstain from all forms ... Stealing Our Hearts and Minds:? Entertainment Media and the Christian By John Evans Benchley, June 7, 2009 Psalms 119:37 I Thessalonians 5:22?- Abstain from all forms of evil. Romans 13:14?- Make no provision at all for evil. Ephesians 5:11?- Have no fellowship with evil. Psalms 101:2-3?- "I will set nothing wicked before my eyes." Philippians 4:8?- Think on good things. Proverbs 4:23?- Keep your heart with diligence. Excuses I hear vulgarity all the time and it doesn't effect me. Colossians 3:1-2 Mature minds can handle mature subjects. Is there any age at which a Christian should seek out evil? I Peter 2:11; Matthew 5:27-30 Some of those movies are really good! Of course they are good!? That's how the devil entices us. What can we do? Be honest about the ratings! Just turn it off. Beware of plop and LOP TV watching. Don't let your kids watch TV after you go to sleep. Throw out bad movies. Bible Study, Mark's stuff mark@synistralia.com no no 2009-05-31 – David Watson – Three Steps to Sensibility http://berserko.org/2009/06/01/2009-05-31-david-watson-three-steps-to-sensibility/ http://berserko.org/2009/06/01/2009-05-31-david-watson-three-steps-to-sensibility/#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2009 23:54:56 +0000 mark http://berserko.org/2009/06/01/2009-05-31-david-watson-three-steps-to-sensibility Three Steps to Sensibility

By David Watson

Benchley, May 31, 2009

  • Proverbs 14:15
  • Control yourself.
  • Consult God’s word.
  • Make the right decision.
]]> http://berserko.org/2009/06/01/2009-05-31-david-watson-three-steps-to-sensibility/feed/ 0 0:00:01 Three Steps to Sensibility By David Watson Benchley, May 31, 2009 Proverbs 14:15 Control yourself. Consult God's word. Make the right decision. Three Steps to Sensibility By David Watson Benchley, May 31, 2009 Proverbs 14:15 Control yourself. Consult God's word. Make the right decision. Bible Study, Mark's stuff mark@synistralia.com no no 2009-01-04 – Jesse Jenkins – Pure and Undefiled Religion is Personal http://berserko.org/2009/01/19/2009-01-04-jesse-jenkins-pure-and-undefiled-religion-is-personal/ http://berserko.org/2009/01/19/2009-01-04-jesse-jenkins-pure-and-undefiled-religion-is-personal/#comments Tue, 20 Jan 2009 01:02:21 +0000 mark http://berserko.org/2009/01/19/2009-01-04-jesse-jenkins-pure-and-undefiled-religion-is-personal Pure and Undefiled Religion is Personal

By Jesse Jenkins

Benchley, January 4, 2009

]]> http://berserko.org/2009/01/19/2009-01-04-jesse-jenkins-pure-and-undefiled-religion-is-personal/feed/ 0 0:00:01 Pure and Undefiled Religion is Personal By Jesse Jenkins Benchley, January 4, 2009 James 1:19-27 In our text, there are several things involved in pure ... Pure and Undefiled Religion is Personal By Jesse Jenkins Benchley, January 4, 2009 James 1:19-27 In our text, there are several things involved in pure religion. Self control (James 1:19) Purity (James 1:21) I Timothy 4:12?- be a good example Matthew 5:16?- let your light shine Reception of truth (James 1:21) Isaiah 55:11?- hear the word of the Lord Luke 7:30?- many did not receive truth Hosea 1:6 - God rejects those who reject Him Meekness (James 1:21) Being angry at the right things at the right time and not at the wrong things at the wrong time. Obedience (James 1:22) Colossians 3:6?- the importance of obedience Steadfastness (James 1:25) II Peter 1:5-11 Control of tongue (James 1:26) James 3:8?- The tonque is an unruly evil Colossians 4:6?- Let your speech be with grace. Compassion and care for the needy (James 1:27) Keep self unspotted from the world (James 1:27) II Peter 3:14? - Be without spot and blameless. James 1:18?- Christians are to live like this. John 3:5?- We must be born of the water and the spirit. Bible Study, Mark's stuff mark@synistralia.com no no