What Does the Bible Mean Part 3

In summary, Marshall, 12, says, "If we love the things on Earth, we cannot concentrate on God. You can't serve two masters."

Think about this: The Holy Spirit and the spirit of this world are contending for control of your life (I Corinthians 2:12).

Memorize this truth: "Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him" (I John 2:15).

Ask this question: Is the spirit of the world or God's Spirit in control of your life?

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Bible quotations in this Bible lesson are from the New King James Version.