Myrline M, Campbell
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Sermon on making vows and not fulfilling them, with scriptures outlined.
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Title: The Importance of Keeping Your Vows
Introduction:
In today's society, it is all too common for people to make promises and vows without any intention of fulfilling them. Whether it be in marriage, business, or personal relationships, breaking vows has become a common occurrence. However, as Christians, we are called to a higher standard. We are called to be people of integrity who keep our word and fulfill our commitments. In this sermon, we will explore the importance of making vows and the consequences of not fulfilling them.
Scripture:
Ecclesiastes 5:4-5 - "When you make a vow to God, do not delay to fulfill it. He has no pleasure in fools; fulfill your vow. It is better not to make a vow than to make one and not fulfill it."
Numbers 30:2 - "If a man makes a vow to the Lord, or takes an oath to bind himself with a binding obligation, he shall not violate his word; he shall do according to all that proceeds out of his mouth."
Matthew 5:33-37 - "Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not break your oath, but fulfill to the Lord the vows you have made.' But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; or by the earth, for it is his footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the Great King. And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make even one hair white or black. All you need to say is simply 'Yes' or 'No'; anything beyond this comes from the evil one."
Points:
1. Making vows is a serious matter: When we make a vow, we are making a promise to God and to others. It is a commitment that should not be taken lightly. We must carefully consider the implications of our vows before making them.
2. Fulfilling vows demonstrates integrity: Keeping our word and fulfilling our vows demonstrates our integrity and trustworthiness. It shows that we are people of our word and can be relied upon.
3. Breaking vows has consequences: When we fail to fulfill our vows, there are consequences. Not only does it damage our reputation and credibility, but it also dishonors God. We must be mindful of the promises we make and strive to fulfill them.
Conclusion:
As Christians, we are called to be people of integrity who keep our word and fulfill our commitments. Let us be mindful of the vows we make and strive to fulfill them with diligence and sincerity. May we honor God by honoring our word and demonstrating integrity in all that we do.
Introduction:
In today's society, it is all too common for people to make promises and vows without any intention of fulfilling them. Whether it be in marriage, business, or personal relationships, breaking vows has become a common occurrence. However, as Christians, we are called to a higher standard. We are called to be people of integrity who keep our word and fulfill our commitments. In this sermon, we will explore the importance of making vows and the consequences of not fulfilling them.
Scripture:
Ecclesiastes 5:4-5 - "When you make a vow to God, do not delay to fulfill it. He has no pleasure in fools; fulfill your vow. It is better not to make a vow than to make one and not fulfill it."
Numbers 30:2 - "If a man makes a vow to the Lord, or takes an oath to bind himself with a binding obligation, he shall not violate his word; he shall do according to all that proceeds out of his mouth."
Matthew 5:33-37 - "Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not break your oath, but fulfill to the Lord the vows you have made.' But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; or by the earth, for it is his footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the Great King. And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make even one hair white or black. All you need to say is simply 'Yes' or 'No'; anything beyond this comes from the evil one."
Points:
1. Making vows is a serious matter: When we make a vow, we are making a promise to God and to others. It is a commitment that should not be taken lightly. We must carefully consider the implications of our vows before making them.
2. Fulfilling vows demonstrates integrity: Keeping our word and fulfilling our vows demonstrates our integrity and trustworthiness. It shows that we are people of our word and can be relied upon.
3. Breaking vows has consequences: When we fail to fulfill our vows, there are consequences. Not only does it damage our reputation and credibility, but it also dishonors God. We must be mindful of the promises we make and strive to fulfill them.
Conclusion:
As Christians, we are called to be people of integrity who keep our word and fulfill our commitments. Let us be mindful of the vows we make and strive to fulfill them with diligence and sincerity. May we honor God by honoring our word and demonstrating integrity in all that we do.
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