Dictionary of Bible Themes: 4030 world, human behaviour in

4030 world, human behaviour in

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Human behaviour in the world is now characterised by self-centredness as a result of sin. Believers are called upon to renounce such sinful behaviour.

Human passion in the world is expressed in various ways

In physical desires

1 John 2:15-16 See also Exodus 20:17; Proverbs 27:20; Luke 12:15; Luke 21:34; James 4:4; 2 Peter 2:18-20

In indulgence

James 5:1,5 See also Job 21:7-13; Psalm 73:2-3; 2 Timothy 4:10

In intellectual pursuits

Colossians 2:8 See also Galatians 4:3-5; Ephesians 2:3

In a weak will

Exodus 23:2 See also Job 31:34; Romans 6:17-19

Though remaining in the world, believers are not of the world

John 17:6-19

Believers are to renounce the passions of the world

Through a renewed mind

Romans 12:2 See also Galatians 1:4; Ephesians 4:23; Colossians 3:5-10

Through obedience

1 Peter 1:14-15 See also 2 Corinthians 10:2-5; Galatians 5:24; Galatians 6:15; Ephesians 5:17; Titus 2:12; James 1:27; 2 Peter 1:4

Through having spiritual priorities

Luke 12:29-31 pp Matthew 6:31-33 See also Matthew 10:39; Luke 14:26-27; Luke 17:33; John 12:24-26; 1 Timothy 6:6

Through growing to maturity

1 Corinthians 3:1 See also Hebrews 5:12; Hebrews 6:1-3

The futility of worldly pursuits

They bring no lasting material gain

1 Timothy 6:7 See also Job 1:21; Psalm 49:17; Ecclesiastes 5:15; 1 Timothy 6:17-19

They bring no spiritual gain

Mark 8:36-37 pp Luke 9:25 See also Job 20:4-5; Psalm 17:14; Luke 16:25-26