Why Do People Fall Away?

Introduction.  People do fall away.  (Hebrews 6:4-6).

I.  People Fall Away Who...
 

  1. Were Converted from Non-Christian Homes.
         They Fail To·
    1. Learn.  (Heb. 5:12-14; II Peter 1:5; I Peter 2:2).
    2. Leave.  (Matthew 16:24,25).
    3. Link. 
  2. Or, From Christian Homes.
    1. Hypocrisy.  (Philippians 3:12-16).
    2. Lack of Personal Faith.  (Deut. 6:4-7; Exodus 12:25-27).


II.  People Can Fall Away Because of...

  1. Personal Desires.  (Matthew 6:10; II Timothy 4:3; Psalm 143:10).
  2. Marriage Troubles.
    1. Marriage as God intended it should be a relationship of support, cooperation and encouragement working toward a common goal. (Genesis 2:20; I Peter 3:7-9).
    2. The truth doesn’t promise a life without trouble.
    3. It is a responsibility and privilege for parents to pass on faith to their children.  (Eph. 6:4).
  3. Financial Troubles.  (Philippians 3:18-21). 
 
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