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ACCEPTANCE, WANTING
Definition: In the social sense, to be accepted is to be received by others in a…
ADAPTABILITY
Definition: The ability to change so as to fit a new specific use or situation. 1. Adaptability…
AFFECTION
Definition: A tender feeling toward another; fondness. To be affectionate: Having or showing warm regard or…
AGGRESSIVENESS
Definition: Aggressiveness has two contrasting definitions: The primary, being negative, means being inclined to act in…
ANGER & TEMPER
Definitions: A strong feeling of displeasure and usually of opposition toward someone or something, often brought…
APPRECIATION
Definition: Recognition of the quality, worth, or significance of people and things. 1. In the…
AUSTERITY
Definition: In the context of Lord’s service austerity is a manner of life characterized by simplicity,…
BAD COMPANY
Definition: Friendships or partnerships which have negative effects upon our attitudes, actions, or physical or spiritual…
BAD PICTURES, EVIL IMAGNATION
Definition: Bad pictures can be defined as thoughts involving oneself and/or others, accompanied by mental pictures…
BEAUTY
Definition: Those qualities that delight or give pleasure to the eye, ear, mind or heart;…
BITTERNESS
Definition: Holding on to or showing feelings of intense [strong] animosity [hatred, anger], resentment or vindictiveness [wanting…
BOLDNESS
Definition: Behavior which exhibits courage; fearlessness; standing out in a very noticeable way. 1. As Christians, we…
BROKENNESS
Definition: In the positive spiritual sense, brokenness is the condition of being completely subdued and humbled…
BULLYING
Definition: The use of strength or power to force or pressure others by fear; persecuting or…
CALLING, ABIDE IN YOUR
Definition: Our Christian “calling” refers to the kind of ministry for which we are best fitted…
CAREFULNESS
Definitions: Carefulness is being attentive to potential danger, error, or harm; caution means almost the same, except it also means careful forethought to…
CHANGES
Definition of “change”: To become different; to undergo a transformation or to pass through a transitional…
CHEERFULNESS
Definition: Being in good spirits; merry; reflecting willingness or a feeling of cheer. 1. Cheerfulness comes from…
CHILDREN
Includes pregnancy, the “right to life”, childbirth, raising & training children 1. Pregnancy: A. Children…
CHOICE & DECISION MAKING
Definition: The act of selecting freely after careful consideration. 1. The Lord often engineers or allows situations…
CLEANLINESS & TIDYNESS
Definitions: Cleanliness is the careful avoidance of dirt. Tidiness is neatness; orderliness. 1. Cleanliness and tidiness is an important part…
CLIQUES
Definition: A small group of people that excludes outsiders; an exclusive set of associates. 1. Cliques are…
Faith
1. What is faith? A. Faith is a belief in the unseen: 2Cor.4:18 — We look not…
COMPARING YOURSELF TO OTHERS
Definition: Comparing means examining the similarities and differences of two or more things, ideas or people….
COMPETITIVENESS
Definition: Behavior motivated by a desire to prove oneself superior in any given contest, endeavor or…
CONDEMNATION AND REMORSE
Definitions: Condemnation is a pronouncement of guilt; a strong expression of disapproval; doom. Remorse is the keen pain or…
CONFESSING FAULTS AND MISTAKES
Definition: To make known or admit to being guilty of sins or faults. 1. It is part…
CONFUSION
Definition: A state in which things are uncertain, foggy or jumbled; bewilderment; when one cannot act…
CONSCIENCE, KEEPING A GOOD
Definition: Conscience is the knowledge of right and wrong, and a feeling that one should do…
CORRUPTION & BRIBERY
Definition: Something, such as money or a favor, offered or given to a person in a…
COUNTENANCE
Definition: Facial appearance or expression as a sign of mood, emotion, or character. 1. Jesus’ countenance is light. Numbers…
CREATION
1. God created the world, not chance evolution: Genesis 1:1 In the beginning God created the heaven & the…
DAYDREAMING
Definitions: Daydreaming is to have dreamlike musings or fantasies while awake. Unprofitable thoughts are the result of daydreaming, idleness,…
DISCIPLESHIP
1. What is a disciple? A. A “follower of the teaching” & the Master Teacher: Matthew 10:24,25…
DOUBTS
Definition: To call to question or to mistrust; the inclination to disbelieve; to be in a…
DREAMS
Definition: A state of mind in which images, thoughts, and impressions pass through the mind of…
EMPATHY
Definition: Identifying oneself with another person’s feelings, experiences, and emotions, particularly in regards to misfortune; compassion,…
ENCOURAGEMENT
Definition: That which inspires courage, confidence, hope, renewed strength of heart and soul; moral…
EVANGELIZING
1. It is your duty, as a Christian, to witness: A. Jesus gave “the Great Commission”…
FAIR PLAY & CHEATING
Definition: Fair play is conformity to godly rules. Cheating is obtaining advantage by unfair or fraudulent…
FAITH
1. What is faith? A. Faith is a belief in the unseen: 2 Corinthians 4:18…
FALSE ACCUSATIONS
Definition: False accusation is very closely related to slander. Slander is a false report maliciously uttered,…
FAMILIARITY
Definition: Unduly intimate or forward; excessively bold, presumptuous, rude, disrespectful. 1. Familiarity leads to a loss of…
FASCINATION FOR EVIL
Definition: To fascinate is to grip so as to take away the power to move, act,…
FEAR NOT
Includes courage, trusting, peace & fearing God 1. The Lord tells you not to fear:…
FEAR OF FAILURE
Definition: A worrisome concern about a possibly unsuccessful performance or endeavor. Fear of failure is often…
FEELING LEFT OUT
Definition: Related to feelings of loneliness, isolation, or rejection; feeling left out is an awareness, either…
FELLOWSHIP
Definition: Fellowship is the sharing of interests, ideals or experiences amongst fellow believers; companionship, friendship. Dissociation…
FIRST PLACE
Definition: First place, as used here, can be defined as that which is given preeminence or…
FLATTERY
Definition: Excessive or insincere praise; praising another to promote one’s own interests. 1. Jesus gave no place…
FOOLISHNESS
Definition: Behavior which is unwise or lacking in good sense or judgement. It can also mean…
FREEDOM
Definition: Liberty from restrictions, impediments or confinements; the capacity to exercise choice or free will. 1. The…
FRIENDSHIP
Definition: The attachment of one person to another marked by mutual affection and trust; intimacy. 1. Seeking…
FRUSTRATION
Definition: A feeling of disappointment or defeat at being unable to accomplish one’s purpose. 1. Frustration is…
GENTLENESS
Definition: Kindness, consideration, tenderness, friendliness; not severe, violent or loud. 1. Jesus is often characterized in both…
GETTING ALONE WITH GOD
Definition: Getting alone with God refers to times of private prayer and communion with the Jesus….
GIVING
1. The Bible commands believers to give: Deuteronomy 15:7,8 Thou shalt not harden thine heart, nor shut…
GOSSIP
Definition: Idle talk or rumor, especially about other people, and usually in a critical or condescending…
GREED
Definition: Desire for possessing more than one needs, especially money or property. 1. Although the objective of…
HABITS
Definition: A habit is a recurrent, often unconscious pattern of behavior that is acquired through frequent…
HAPPINESS & JOY
Definitions: Happiness is a state of well-being and contentment. Joy is a feeling of great pleasure or happiness that…
HASTE & RASHNESS
Definition: Haste is quickness; hurry; an overeagerness to act; rashness. Rashness is unwise haste; recklessness; a…
HEALING
1. HEALING WAS PART OF JESUS’ MINISTRY: Matthew 4:23,24 Jesus went…healing all manner of sickness…
HELP, ASKING FOR
1. God designed us to need the help of others. Genesis 2:18 And the Lord God…
HOLY SPIRIT
1. The Holy Spirit’s part in our salvation: A. We must be born of &…
HUMOR
Definition: The quality that makes something laughable or amusing. The ability to express or enjoy what…
INDEPENDENCE
Definition: Freedom from outside control or support; being self-governing. In the negative sense, it is unwillingness…
INSECURITY
Definition: The tendency to feel fearful, anxious, unsafe; apprehension regarding present or future situations or circumstances….
Introduction
The purpose of What does the bible say about … is to clearly outline the basic beliefs…