Introduction: The mystery of godliness calls us to reflect God's truth within his household.
1. The church, as a pillar of truth, requires us to live by God's standards (1 Timothy 3:15).
A. Just as a pillar supports a building, we support truth through righteous living (1 Timothy 3:15).
B. The household of God must demonstrate the living God through holy conduct (1 Timothy 3:15).
2. Our fallen state hinders us from naturally living by God's standards, requiring divine intervention.
A. Recognizing our inability highlights the need for God's grace to transform our behavior.
B. Transformation through Christ empowers us to live as truth-bearers within the church.
3. Active promotion of the Gospel truth is essential to uphold the church's societal role.
A. Living truthfully involves sharing and demonstrating the Gospel in daily life.
B. The church reflects God's truth as a communal witness to the watching world.
Conclusion: Upholding the truth through behavior requires reliance on God's transforming power, actively reflecting him in the church.
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