I.  Why the Command?

      Lying - any word or act which is false with the intent  to mislead.

II.  Why we lie:

      a) to build us up.
      b) to tear down others.
      c) to escape punishment.
      d) for convenience.

III.  Why God is against this:

       God is Truth. (Ps. 31:5, Jn. 14:6, Titus 1:2, Heb. 6:18)

IV.  What we should strive for:

       A loving community.  (Eph. 4:15-16, 22-25,29)

I.  What is coveting?

 A strong desire for that which belongs to another.

1) It is the root of sin.  (Jas. 1:14-15)

2) It ruins relationships.  (Lk. 12:13)

3) It replaces the greater with the lesser.  (Lk. 12:13)

The fight for contentment in God.  (I Tim. 6:6-8, Phil. 4:11, Jer. 2:13)

Introduction

• Happy Father’s Day! Are you a happy father?

Are you happy with your father?
 
• You can be happy if you make the right choice!

      I. You need to know the Truths

     II.  You need to act on the Truths

1. Introduction
 

2. What does “building my church” mean? (Mt. 16:17-18)
 

3. How should we build up the church of Christ? (Eph 4:11-13)
 

4. Conclusion