O Man of God!

What does it take to be a “man of God”?

I. FLEE SINFUL WAYS

A. In the context this refers to covetousness and false teaching
B. There are numerous admonitions to flee in the New Testament
C. Easily besetting sins must be laid aside
D. We must flee sins of the flesh and of the spirit

II. FOLLOW A SCRIPTURAL WALK

A. Righteousness
B. Godliness
C. Faith
D. Love
E. Patience
F. Meekness

III. FIGHT IN THE SPIRITUAL WARFARE

A. The word “fight” is taken from the athletic contests in the Grecian games
B. There are no short-cuts to sanctification
C. This is the “good fight”
D. We are to “lay hold” on eternal life
E. The believer is to have a good profession