Today, young people are exposed the tecnology and to a different set of values and lifestyle choices compared to previous generations.
“Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity”
- I Tim. 4:12
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Sermon About The Young Man Today I Tim. 4:12
1. The young need to be Example
Young wil need to know build successful careers and live a happy life without sacrificing their time with family and God. In addition, think about marriage and child-rearing as they pursue their career goals. This is good; however, it can be challenging for for cristian life. The changes in lifestyle and attitude are significant.
“Remember also your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near of which you will say, I have no pleasure in them.”
- Eccl. 12:1
Train up a child in the way he should go; and even when he is old he will not depart from it.” - Prov. 22:6
2. The young need to be resist pressures
The young people today face various pressures from society at large. The technology has given them a strong sense of connection with the outside world. Additionally, social media has enabled them to build strong relationships with people around the globe. This has made life much easier for many young people— but also much harder to maintain biblical and Christian values
If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do? Psalm 11:3
Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king's dainties, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. Daniel 1:8
Don't lose values, but avoid getting contaminated
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3. How Shall The Young Secure Their Hearts?
Now flee from youthful lusts and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart. II Timothy 2:22
Joseph literally fled the temptation of Potiphar’s wife.
Genesis 39:9 – “How could I do this great evil and sin against God?”
Separate Yourself
From places of sin
From people of sin
Surrender Yourself
Time
Thoughts
Do not be bound together with unbelievers; for what partnership have righteousness and lawlessness, or what fellowship has light with darkness? II Corinthians 6:14
Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good morals.”
Friends have a strong influence; make it a good influence. I Corinthians 15:33
It is not easy be a young they need to be constantly provide guidance so that they grow up into good adults cristians. Past generations had much less access to information and entertainment compared to now.
He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companion of fools will suffer harm. Proverbs 13:20
Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good morals.”
Friends have a strong influence; make it a good influence. I Corinthians 15:33.
Use technology for a positive influence.
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Conclusion
Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of your time, because the days are evil.
How Shall The Young Secure Their Hearts? Ephesians 5:15-16
7 For as he thinks within himself, so he is… (Proverbs 23:7)filling our minds with garbage (sinful TV, internet, games, books, music) encourages evil thoughts/deeds
These are things we willingly invite into our homes/minds; a “guilty pleasure”
