INTRODUCTION:
A. As mentioned in the previous lessons, there are things in life that we cannot avoid
1. Death
2. Governments/taxation
3. These contribute much to the “vanity” of “life under the sun”
Sermon on Spiritual Growth – Sermon outline by Tom Moore listing goals for continued sustained spiritual growth.
SUBJECT: Family – Fathers
PROPOSITION: To teach about the characteristics of Abraham as a father.
OBJECTIVE: That fathers might improve their fatherhood.
TEXT: Genesis 18:17-19
INTRODUCTION:
1. Two things come to mind as we look at the background of this passage.
1) The cities of the plain were set for destruction. Their sin was egregious, vv. 20-21.
SUBJECT: Jesus, Salvation
TITLE: “Christ Receiveth Sinful Men”
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will discuss 1) Why, 2) How, and 3) To What End Jesus receives sinful men.
OBJECTIVES: Each should be able to explain why, how, and to what end Jesus receives sinful men.
AIM: To instill the knowledge of salvation and motivate each individual to be received of Jesus. To motivate the faithful to tell others why, how, and to what end Jesus receives sinful men.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Mark 2:15-17
Sermon on Christian Influence SUBJECT: Attitude TITLE: Our Christian Influence PROPOSITION: Our Christian influence 1) should reflect good, not evil, 2) is wielded through our example of words and actions, 3) can be seen through our associations, 4) should be obvious to all, 5) will ultimately affect our salvation. OBJECTIVES: Each hearer should be able […]
Introduction: Read Psa. 69:7-12; John 2:13-25. 1. We understand in action what we cannot in abstract. 2. What was His level of dedication to His cause? Jesus began to answer that question here. 3. What does this say of His zeal for the house of God today?
This is the live stream video of the Bible class and worship services of the New Boston church of Christ located in New Boston, Texas.
INTRODUCTION:
A. Patriots are people who passionately love their country and are willing to support and defend it with their very live
1. The word “patriot” awakens memories of great heroes from America’s military history
2. “Give me liberty, or give me death” (Patrick Henry)
3. “I only regret that I have only one life to lose for my country” (Nathan Hale)
B. The same kind of devotion can be seen in the lives of the first century Christians
1. Peter and John were beaten for preaching Jesus — but never shied away from their responsibilities
Date written: August 14th, 2004 Scripture ref: Ephesians 4:1-6 SUBJECT: Unity TITLE: Things that Unite-One Spirit PROPOSITION: The one Spirit unites by giving us 1) one mind, 2) one voice, 3) one mission. OBJECTIVES: Each hearer will be able to show how the Spirit unites us together in each of these things. AIM: To promote […]
The goal is to teach the things which the obedient tongue will utter before God – namely, it will be a tongue that 1) speaks truth, 2) utters praise, 3) reflects good judgment, and 4) edifies and to help all realize the importance of a word fitly spoken.
Sermon on Humility Date written: October 27th, 2007 Scripture ref: Matthew 20:17-34 SUBJECT: Humility TITLE: Taking the Road to Jerusalem PROPOSITION: On the road to Jerusalem we find 1) A Prediction of Condemnation, 2) Preparation of Conduct 3) A Providing of Compassion. Objectives: That each would understand and apply the lessons Christ teaches in humility […]
(Matthew 21:28-32)
INTRODUCTION:
A. The Background of the Parable
1. The background to this parable is to be found in Matthew 21:23-27
2. Jesus had previously in this chapter entered triumphantly into Jerusalem – with great joy of the crowd, He had run the moneychangers out of the temple, and He had denounced the fig tree so that it withered.
3. The chief priests and the elders of the people wanted to know by what authority He was doing these things.
Scripture ref: 1 John 4:1
SUBJECT: Mormon Doctrine
TITLE: Mormonism
PROPOSITION: To set forth some of the doctrines of Mormonism and show how they are in conflict with the Bible.
OBJECTIVES:Everyone should understand a few things about this false religion.
AIM:To teach a few things with which to be able to study and refute Mormon doctrine.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: 1 John 4:1
SUBJECT: Jesus Christ
TITLE: Who is the Son of Man?
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will ask and answer the question “Who is the Son of Man” according to the gospel of Luke chapters 1-12. We will learn that the Son of Man is 1) The one who has power to forgive sins (Luke 5:24). 2) Lord of the Sabbath (Luke 6:5). 3) The one delivered into the hands of men (Luke 9:44). 4) Not come to destroy men’s lives, but to save them (Luke 9:56). 5) Hath not where to lay his head (Luke 9:58). 6) Was a sign to His generation (Luke 11:30). 7) Comes at an unexpected hour (Luke 12:40).
OBJECTIVE: The hearer should understand that Jesus was not only divine, but human and that the expression “son of man” while not unique to Jesus, emphasizes His humanity.
Aim: To reinforce in the minds of the hearer the identity of Jesus.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Luke 1:1-4
Introduction: Luke 1:5-25 1. Read Malachi 4:5-6 1) In the final words of God in the Old Testament we read a promise that there would be more to come.
Date written: September 30th, 2007 Scripture ref: Acts 20:28 SUBJECT: Christ / Church TITLE: “For Christ and the Church” PROPOSITION: For Christ and the church let us 1) Praise Lovingly, 2) Pray Fervently, 3) Give Willingly, 4) Serve Faithfully. OBJECTIVE: That each considers the words to this great song and be renewed in spirit in […]
In this lesson, we will think about the song, “Ye Are the Light of the World.” For Christians to be the light of the world there are some things that they must 1) Avoid, 2) Act, and 3) Adore. Each should understand that he has an influence to use for good. Each Christian should be more cognizant of his example to others in both word and deed.
Date written: June 30th, 2007
Scripture ref: Exodus 20:1-17
SUBJECT: Ten Commandments
TITLE: The Third Commandment – The Lord’s Name
PROPOSITION: In this lesson on the Ten Commandments, we’ll look at #3, taking the Lord’s name in vain. We will notice the 1) content of the command and 2) the consequence of the command.
Objectives: That each would be familiar with the Ten Commandments so that we can understand them and respect them as they have application under the New Covenant.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Exodus 20:1-17
Way of Cain Sermon — Sermon outline on the sins of Cain by Tom Moore.
Judge not, that ye be not judged – Sermon outline by Tom Moore from Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:1-6. Sermon from the sermon on the mount.