Is it a small matter?

Ezekiel 16:20-22, 47

Introduction

1.    Similar statements

a.    Genesis 30:15

b.    1 Kings 16:31

2.    We need to ask the same question

Is it a small matter that we are:

1.    Insincere

a.    Hebrews 2:2

b.    Matthew 23:28

c.    Matthew 15:8-9

d.    Matthew 6:5

e.    1 Peter 1:22

2.    Causing others to stumble

a.    Matthew 18:1

b.    Romans 14:21

c.    1 Corinthians 8:13

3.    Causing division

a.    1 Corinthians 1:10

b.    Romans 16:17

c.    John 17:21

d.    Matthew 12:25

4.    Teaching false doctrine

a.    Galatians 1:8-9

b.    2 John 9

c.    Matthew 15:9

5.    Neglecting our soul

a.    Mark 8:36-37

6.    Ignore plan of salvation

a.    Steps to obey the gospel

b.    Remain faithful

Conclusion

1.    None of these things are “small matters” to be ignored or neglected

2.    Any one of these can cause us to be lost