What Does It Mean To Have Godliness?

Romans 12:1-2

Thesis: To show what it means to practice godliness.

Introduction:

1. What does the term “godliness” mean to you?

2. Is it possible to practice godliness? Can it be done?

Discussion:

Let us consider…

I. Our understanding of godliness.

A. It isn’t “God-like” or “goodness,” but piety.

B. Godly is like “soberly” and “righteously” (Tit. 2:12).

II. The significance of godliness.

Godliness makes…

A. Godliness makes religion come alive (2 Tim. 3:5).

B. Godliness covers life and heart (2 Cor. 7:10).

C. Godliness is the essence of the Christian graces.

(Add to your faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, patience, and then godliness.)

III. The ways to godliness.

A. Look to Jesus, the epitome of godliness (1 Tim. 3:16ff).

B. We must train ourselves in godly ways (1 Tim. 4:7-8).

C. Godliness contains sound words/teachings (1 Tim. 6:3ff).

IV. The application of godliness.

A. Dress appropriately (1 Tim. 2:10).

B. Avoid silly myths and tales (1 Tim. 4:7).

C. Believe/Teach God’s doctrine (1 Tim. 6:3).

D. Expect suffering (2 Tim. 3:12).

E. Stop sinning on purpose (2 Cor. 7:9-11).

Conclusion:

1. Faithfulness demands godliness in the lives of Christians.

2. Scripture shows us how.