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

TITLE: Unity Sermon – The Fundamentals of 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.

A sermon outline on the character of Abraham, the friend of God, showing his faith, his leadership of his family, and his friendship with God.

Prioritizing God (Matthew 6:33) changes us: 1) Self Is Not Central, 2) Life Is Larger, 3) People Are Precious.

Sin and its characteristics (Romans 7:7-14): 1) Sin Is Real, 2) Sin Requires Something from You, 3) Sin Rewards Unexpectedly.

The All in All King lives in 1) An Emptied Heart 2) A Renewed Heart, 3) A Transcended Heart. To learn that Christ is all in all and each of us needs Him. That Each Christian would empty, renew, and transcend their hearts for Christ!

SUBJECT: Unity

TITLE: Things That Unite – One Faith

PROPOSITION: How can we have unity in the one faith? 1) By being steadfast within it. 2) By not falling away from it. 3) By contending for it. 4) By being encouraged by it.

OBJECTIVES: Each one should understand the things that he may do to maintain unity in the one faith.

AIM: To give scriptural reasons how we can have unity in the one faith.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Ephesians 4:1-6

SUBJECT:Faith

TITLE: I HAVE NOT FOUND SO GREAT FAITH

PROPOSITION: To set forth Jesus’ definition of and praise for “Great Faith” found in Matthew 8:10.

OBJECTIVE:To help us all develop “Great Faith.”

At the old rugged cross 1) the dearest and best was slain for a world of lost sinners, 2) some were repelled, but others were attracted, 3) a Savior calls the saved to faithfulness and eternal life. That we would cherish that old rugged cross for what our Savior did for us there.

Date written: January 1st, 2005 Scripture ref: Acts 17:24-28 SUBJECT: New Year TITLE: What will I make of the New Year? PROPOSITION: What will I make of the New Year? I will make it a year of 1) love, 2) service, 3) optimism. OBJECTIVES: Each should resolve to make this New Year a year of […]