Imus Unida Christian Church

Gen. J. Castaneda St., Imus, Cavite

Tel. #: 046-471-0696 Telefax: 046-472-0330
Website: www.imusunidachurch.org

Post-Encounter Discussion No. 1:

HOW TO OVERCOME THE WORLD

l. The word `world' does not refer to the literal world we live in, but rather it refers to whatever opposes God.
According to 1 John 5:19, who rules this world? ______________________________________________

2. According to 1 John 2:1b, what are the specific things that show the love of this world?
a. _______________________________________________________________
b. _______________________________________________________________
c. _______________________________________________________________

3. 1 John 2:15 says this concerning the world (check the right answer):
a. We should hide from it.
b. We should love and care for it.
c. We should not love it.
d. We should accept it and live by it.

4. What are the desires of the flesh? _________________________________________________________

5. In every Christian, a battle rages between the flesh and the spirit. What should we do if we want to
conquer the desires of the flesh? __________________________________________________________

6. The desires of the eyes include not only sight, but also the mind and imagination. How do these desires try
to satisfy themselves?___________________________________________________________________

7. What is most valuable to those who live out of pride? __________________________________________

8. Jesus does not want us to be influenced by the world. On the contrary, we are to shine and be a light
wherever we are. In John 17:15, what did Jesus ask of the Father concerning His disciples?
a. That they would stay indoors so as to not be tempted
b. That they would sin, but only a very little bit
c. That they would die so they would not sin
d. That He would not take them out of the world but rather guard them from evil
Remember: we still live in this world, so it is necessary to determine what things we will not yield to.

9. What things in this world will I not give into?

a. _______________________________________________________________
b. _______________________________________________________________

10. From the very start we have to be radical when it comes to honestly showing who we now are. According
to Ephesians 5:11:
a. What should I not do? _________________________________________
b. What should I do? _____________________________________________

11. From now on, it is best that your friends be (check the right answer):
a. Those who challenge you and strengthen you relationship with God .

b. Those who are caught in the world's deceit suffering the consequences.
c. Those who continually pressure you to turn back

Remember, in doubtful or uncertain situations, ask yourself, "What would Jesus do if He were in my
place?"

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