A Form of Godliness

Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. - 2 Timothy 3:5

    Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof; from such turn away.

    Our Lord said, “You do err not knowing the scriptures nor the power of God.” This is the great problem with “another gospel and another Jesus” which is preached today. It is a form of godliness but denies the power of God.

1. A form of godliness says, “God wills to save all men;” denying his power adds, “but he cannot save unless men open their hearts to him.”

1. A form of godliness says, “God has a wonderful place for men and women;” denying his power adds, “but you must allow him to have his will and way.”

1. A form of godliness says, “Christ died on the cross for all the sins of all the sons of Adam that all may be saved;” denying the power of his blood adds, “but his blood has no power nor efficacy to save anyone until men release it to work.”

1. A form of godliness says, “The Holy Spirit knocks at everyone's heart with a desire to enter and work repentance and faith;” denying the power adds, “but you must open the door.”

1. A form of godliness says, “Salvation is of the Lord;” denying the power adds, “but those whom he saves may yet fall away and perish.”