A little background/reminderFirst learn of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego along with DanielTaken to Babylon when Nebuchadnezzar raided Jerusalem.Stood with DanielDaniel (as an agent of God) interpreted Nebuchadnezzar’s dream.Nebuchadnezzar set up a huge gold statue, etc.They had religious conviction (Daniel 3:15-18)What about your religion?Is it a religion of conviction or convenience?“How Spiritual Are We?” PARADE magazine, October 4, 2009It’s easy to claim to be religious, but it’s hard to actually be religious.James 1:22-25Let’s look at a few practical things that may demonstrate our conviction to serving God:Our language (Titus 2:7-8)This includes euphemisms – don’t rationalize to be like the world.Exodus 20:7 – Don’t take the Lord’s name in vain.Revelation 4:11Psalms 19:14Romans 1:21Our attendance (Hebrews 10:23-25)First day of the week (Acts 20:7)At every opportunity to edify, encourage, and learn – we should be there – it speaks to our conviction.Our study habits and teachingJohn 14:15 – We need to know the commandments of the Lord.II Timothy 2:15 – The Lord expects us to be diligent to study His word.II Timothy 2:2Help othersJames 1:27James 2:15-16It takes personal involvement – not just money and/or well-wishes.Live every day as if it were our last.James 4:13-15Do you agree with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego?Do you have deep, constant conviction in God?
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