desires which are evil, wicked yearnings and cravings. This is not necessarily just the aspect of sex, although that certainly enters into it, but more than this, all other ac tivities of passion, anything that exalts itself above the knowledge of Christ. Then we find "coveteousness." At least on the surface, it might seem that Paul made a mistake in including this fifth idea with these other four which are so explosive. As a matter of fact, it is coveteous ness which is the basic cause of fornication, uncleanness, inordin ate affection and evil concupi- sence. Coveteousness has been defined as the attitude expressing "must-have-moreness." It is the individual who proverbially tries to keep up with the Jones, en deavoring to pattern his life after the world. It is the sinful itch to get more, the lust for selfish gain. It may also mean taking advan tage of others or a strong desire for immoral living. In other por tions of Scripture we find similar lists (Ephesians 5:3; Galatians 5:19, I Thessalonians 4:5 and Romans 1:26ff). Let us remember that the Lord has sentenced all of these things to death. It is our job to per form the execution. Killing some thing is never very pleasant. For this reason, many Christians seem to be squeamish about mortifying these sinful things which have be come a part of their lives. The Lord, however, has given us the definite order. We will never know real peace or contentment in life until we actually fulfill this imperative command. God says, "You are going to have to cut these things out; you are going to have to kill them so
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Come where goods and services are exchanged. It’s a busy, com petitive, frustrating place with many pressures and personal problems! Our Lord wants to meet people where they work. Biola students are prepared to use their skills in the market place. They are ready to share their faith in Christ as the Lord leads. As you share with us in preparing young people for Christian service and leadership, the Biola Broad caster will be mailed to you as a special gift each month. Yes, I want to share in Biola’s min istry through The Biola Fellowship. I will pray for Biola and, as the Lord enables me, I will endeavor to give as indicated below: $.... 25 10 5 Monthly □ □ □ □ Quarterly □ □ □ □ Semi-Annually □ □ Annually □ □ □ Please use my gift for: Campus Development □ Student Aid □ Radio □ General Fund □ Mr. Mrs. Miss. Address...................................... .................... City..................................State.................... l i p ..... Send to: Biola College 13800 Biola Avenue, La Mirada, Calif. 90638
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