Excel Still More - Part 2

In this message, Mac encourages us to ‘excel still more’ in our walk with the Lord, drawing parallels between verses in Thessalonians and Hebrews. He reminds us that despite our time as believers, the truth of Christ's return remains crucial and emphasizes that excelling in our Christian walk means allowing Christ to increase within us while we decrease.

Mac emphasizes the importance of expressing Christ's life through our relationships with one another, cautioning against division and complacency. He reminds us that true fellowship is about sharing Christ's life and that this goes beyond attending meetings. He encourages us to 'consider' one another, recognizing the unique value and needs of each brother and sister, and to make choices that reflect God's heart and purpose, ultimately impacting our love and care for one another.

Referencing Peter's words, Mac calls us to love one another 'fervently', with an intense, reciprocal love that springs from recognizing the preciousness of our brethren.

Outline:

1. Introduction: Excelling Still More - Drawing from Thessalonians and Hebrews

2. The Importance of Relationships:

   1. Genuine Fellowship - Sharing Christ's Life Together

   2. The Power of 'Considering' One Another

3. The Impact of Revelation:

   1. Decreasing as Christ Increases

   2. Humility and the Proper Perspective

4. Choices and Their Consequences:

   1. Reflecting What's Important to Us

   2. Impacting Our Brethren, Especially the Younger Generation

5. Fervent Love for One Another:

   1. The Stretching Power of Love

   2. Appreciating the Preciousness of the Brethren

6. Conclusion:

   1. A Call to Awareness and Action

   2. Yielding to Christ's Preparation