Enemies of A Spirit Filled Life Part B
Colossians 2:16-20
Theme: There are real enemies of the Spirit Filled Life that God gives us. We must learn to break the chains of legalism, mysticism, and asceticism.
Statement of Truth:
If human effort is effective the work of Jesus was unnecessary!
I. What is Legalism?
Legalism attacks the freedom we have been given in Christ
A. The Bondage of Legalism
Warning: The bondage of legalism will kill your Spirit!
B. The blessing of Grace
II. What is Mysticism?
Mysticism is having contact with the supernatural spirit world by ways of meditation and trances
A. It promotes self and experience!
B. It demotes the Saviour!
III. What is Asceticism?
Asceticism is the practice of self-denial
CALL TO ACTION!
1. As a believer live like you have died to the Law!
2. Believers have been separated from the rule of this world, so set your mind and hearts on things above!
3. Believers do not need to yield to legalism, mysticism or asceticism.
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