Introduction –

I. Falling Away 1 Tim. 4:1-5

A. Identity v. 1 - “apostate”

B. Source v. 1

1. Deceitful spirits

2. Demonic teaching

C. Propagators v. 2-3

“hypocritical lie-speakers”

1. Forbidding to marry

2. Abstaining from foods

II. Forging Ahead 1 Tim. 4:6-16

A. Solid teaching v. 6, 7a

B. Godly living v. 7b-8

C. Faithful working v. 10-16 “toil & strive”

1. In public v. 11-13

a. command

b. teach

c. set an example

d. read the Word

2. In private v. 14-16 “5 imperatives”

a. do not neglect your spiritual gift

b. practice

c. immerse

d. keep a close watch

e. persist

Next Steps:
Do you have what it takes?

• Spiritual discipline involves decisions.

• Spiritual discipline involves dedication.

• Spiritual discipline involves determination.