Introduction: Read Matt. 10:28 1. In living the Christian life we worry far too much about what others think. 2. Jesus teaches that we should not even fear those that kill the body. He points out: 1) They can’t kill the soul. 2) There is one to fear who can kill body and soul in […]
Date written: October 15, 1994 Scripture ref: Hebrews 10:19-25 SUBJECT: Passage TITLE: The Rights and Responsibilities of the Redeemed PROPOSITION: To make a expository study of Hebrews 10:19-25 noting the rights of the redeemed Christian (confidence and counsel), and the responsibilities of a Christian (that he must come close, cleave, and consider). Objecive: To recognize […]
INTRODUCTION: Philippians 3:10-16
A. A hungry tiger started tracking the scent of a deer. As he followed the deer, he came across the scent of a rabbit. He turned aside and started after the rabbit. Then he was distracted by the scent of a mouse and started following that. He finally came to the hole into which the mouse had vanished. He ended the day hungrier than when he had started the day. This fable illustrates how many spend their lives distracted with this or that, and at the end of the day – they have accomplished little.
B. In Philippians 3:10-16 we find a focus for one’s life – a spiritual focus
1. Paul wrote Philippians 3:13b-14
2. Paul said “this one thing I do”
a. Not “a hundred things I start” or “a dozen things I attempt” – but “one thing I do”
Introduction: John 8:1-11 1. The Jewish leaders felt that Jesus was vulnerable regarding the finer points of the law. He was “unlearned.” 2. So they tried to make Him stumble at a point where Jewish law and Roman law clashed, i.e., capital punishment. 3. They didn’t count on Jesus knowing the law better than they […]
My personal Bible studies are currently centered in the book of John. This great New Testament book tells us the story of Jesus from the Apostle John’s perspective. Unlike the other three accounts of Jesus’ ministry, John is a more intimate view. The first twelve chapters of John focus on Jesus public life and the […]
Date written: 2005 SUBJECT: Jesus, Love TITLE: “Christ, We Do All Adore Thee” PROPOSITION: To adore Christ means that we love Him by putting Him first in our lives and obeying His commands. We adore/love Christ because he first loved us. OBJECTIVE: To understand what it means to adore Christ and why. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: […]
INTRODUCTION:
A. Sin, is a word we are all familiar with, or, are we?
1. Sin comes from hamartia and literally means “to miss the mark” – it is the idea of an archer missing the target
2. Sin, though it is a small word, is a very terrible word
3. Sin is terrible because it separates man from God
a. Isaiah 59:1-2
b. Consider also – 1 John 1:6
B. Many in the religious world today try to talk as little about sin as they think they can get away with.
SUBJECT: Morality
TITLE: Issues of Life
PROPOSITION: To examine Bible teaching on the questions of 1) Abortion, 2) Euthanasia, and 3) Suicide in reference to current events.
Objectives: That each would know what the Bible teaches on these subjects.
Aim: That each would understand that these actions are not options for the Christian.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Proverbs 4:23 “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.”
Sermon on Living By Faith — Shows that the Bible meaning of living by faith defeats the saying, ‘But the Bible doestn’t say I can’t!” By G. E. Watkins
SUBJECT: Passage Study, Miracles, Faith, Correct Standards
TITLE: Lessons from the Feeding of the 5000
PROPOSITION: From the story of the feeding of the 5000 we learn about 1) The Ministry of Jesus, 2) The Methods of Man, 3) The Miracle of Feeding.
Objectives: That each would understand the feeding of the 5000 and the lesson that it teaches.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Mark 6:35-44
Authentic Christianity changes those who 1) Listen, 2) Repent, 3) Obey, 4) Stay Faithful. Each person will understand how Paul changed as a result of becoming a Christian.
SUBJECT: Christian Sobriety TITLE: TRY YOUR OWN SELVES PROPOSITION: To set forth an exposition of 2 Corinthians 13:5. OBJECTIVE:That we try and prove our own Christianity. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: 2 Corinthians 13:5. 2. Regarding the text: 1) Second letter. 2) Third visit planned. 3) Severity, if needed will be meted out to impenitent offenders. 4) […]
SUBJECT: Unity in the Church
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at Ephesians 4:1-4 as this passage teaches the following: 1) The Prerequisites of unity. 2) The Principles of Unity 3) The Plan of Unity 4) The Purpose of Unity.
OBJECTIVES: Each hearer should be able to state what the basics of unity are from these verses.
AIM: To help each individual understand the importance of maintaining unity in the church.
SUBJECT: Church
TITLE: The Qualifications and Responsibilities of Elders
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we want to study the qualifications and responsibilities of elders. We will look at
OBJECTIVES: The hearer should be able to locate and discuss the New Testament passages dealing with the office of the elder.
AIM: In light of the appointment of new elders, I hope to be able to focus thought upon this office in preparation of the appointment process.
This lesson discusses what the Bible has to say about God’s plan for our lives. Everyone will understand that God does not have a specific plan for our lives, but that He has given us life and freedom.
INTRODUCTION: Read Matthew 22:1-14
A. Jesus the Master Teacher taught often in parables.
1. The word parable is derived from a Greek word signifying to compare together, and denotes a similitude taken from a natural object to illustrate a spiritual or moral subject.
2. It is a narrative of some fictitious or real event, in order to illustrate more clearly some truth that the speaker wished to communicate.
INTRODUCTION: 1 Pet. 2:11-3:7. 1. The purpose of our lesson this evening is to show the importance and power of Christian influence. 2. There is great power in influence for good or for bad. 1) There is power for evil in the wrong kind of influence. It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality […]
Philippians 3:1-3
INTRODUCTION
A. Have you ever heard a preacher in his sermon say, “Now in conclusion”
1. So you reach for the song book … but he continues on and on and on
2. Paul begins this chapter with the words “Finally, my brethren” – and continues on for two more chapters
B. Greek scholars suggest that the word “finally” (loipon) can be a transition word, a word that introduces a new thought
C. This section of scripture has a very important message: “Rejoice in the Lord, always…”
SUBJECT: Jesus
TITLE: “I am the Good Shepherd”
PROPOSITION: The Good Shepherd cares for the sheep by 1) Warning them concerning dangers to the flock, 2) Guarding the entrance and exit to the fold, and 3) Laying down His life for the sheep.
OBJECTIVES: Each listener should be able to state how the Good Shepherd warns concerning dangers to the flock, guards the entrance and exit to the fold, and lays down His life for the sheep.
AIM: To emphasize our constant need to be vigilant against the enemy by following the Good Shepherd.
SUBJECT: Truth, Warning, False Teachers
TITLE: “Beware of False Prophets”
PROPOSITION: What are the dangers of listening to false prophets? 1) Diversion, 2) Division, 3) Damnation.
Objectives: That we would be keenly aware that God expects us to believe and obey the truth and that to be lead astray by false teachers is serious business.