SUBJECT: Salvation
TITLE: “For You”
PROPOSITION: In this sermon we will discuss four things that are specifically mentioned “for you.” These four things are: 1) The Blessings of the Earth, 2) The power of the Lord, 3) The Death of the Christ, and 4) The Rewards of Heaven.
OBJECTIVE: This sermon is designed to strengthen the faith of those who need encouragement to do what is right during the week.
Sermon on the Plumbline – Tom Moore stresses God’s standard (His plumbline) as our rule or standard for our every word and action today.
1. Worship God (& fellowship Christians). Acts 2:42; 24:14; 1 Cor. 16:1-2; Acts 20:7; Eph. 5:19; Col. 3:16
2. Abstain From Fleshly Lusts. 1 Pet. 2:11; James 1:27; Rom. 8:13
Sermon on Life in Christ Ephesians 2:1-10 INTRODUCTION: A. Someone once said that “those born once must die twice, while those born twice must die but once.” B. The statement that “those born once must die twice” is made in view of the fact that 1. One born physically must die physically 2. And, one […]
SUBJECT: Biography
PROPOSITION: In this sermon we will study the book of Jonah and glean some general lessons from the book.
Objectives: To further familiarize all with the book of Jonah and the lessons it teaches.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Jonah 1:1-3
Date written: November 21st, 2003
Scripture ref: 1 John 3:14
SUBJECT: Love
TITLE: Impediments to Loving Your Brother
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will discuss things that the Bible says impedes loving our brother. We impede ourselves from loving our brother when 1) We put a stumbling block before our brother; 2) We serve self instead of our brother; 3) We bite and devour our brothers, 4) We speak falsehoods to our brothers.
OBJECTIVES: Each listener should be able to understand what kind of behavior God says impedes loving our brothers.
SUBJECT: Unity, God the Father
TITLE: Things That Unite – One God and Father
PROPOSITION: The God of unity is 1) a Particular God, 2) a Paternal God, 3) a Present God.
Objectives: That everyone understand how having One God and Father who is ever present compels unity in the body.
Aim: To teach that unity may be achieved because we have one God.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Ephesians 4:1-6
Sermon on True Greatness Introduction: 1. Devotion to God often calls us to serve in “thankless” tasks. No one likes to do the lowly tasks. But someone has to: 1) Clean up after the pot luck. 2) Care for the grounds. 3) Clean the restrooms. 4) Wash the baptistery towels. 5) Take out the trash. […]
INTRODUCTION:
A. If I were to tell you that I had no human biological father, would you believe me?
1. The Bible makes exactly that claim for Jesus of Nazareth.
2. Some people respond with disbelief, even as they do with other Bible miracles.
B. We need to be ready (prepared & willing) to offer a good defense, because this is not merely an academic question.
1. It goes to the heart of who Jesus is […]
INTRODUCTION: Numbers 6:1-21
1. God anticipated that there would be those in Israel who would want to go beyond the average.
2. God provided a way for them to do so.
3. They were to make a voluntary vow to God.
4. Not just any vow but one that God would specify.
5. I believe this to be a fore-shadowing of the Christian walk which is closer to God than the walk of any previous dispensation.
DISCUSSION: The Nazarite vow was…
SUBJECT: Salvation
TITLE: THE RIGHTEOUSNESS OF GOD
PROPOSITION: To set forth a study of 2 Corinthians 5:21, the righteousness of God and “in him,” as it relates to us.
OBJECTIVE:That we be located in Christ and be righteous.
INTRODUCTION;
1. Read: 2 Corinthians 5:21.
INTRODUCTION: 1 Samuel 15:1-31
A. In 1 Samuel 8 we find an incident that forever changed Israel’s course – and it was a change for the worse.
1. 1 Samuel 8:1-7
a. They rejected God as their King and wanted to be like the nations around them.
b. They were warned of the results of this kind of rebellion… 1 Samuel 8:18-19
2. Saul was the people’s choice to be their first king
a. Saul’s reign was filled with one indiscretion after another
SUBJECT: Church
TITLE: Asian Churches — Laodicea
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will briefly look at the asian church of Laodicea. We will note: 1) Some facts regarding the city, 2) Some facts regarding the church at Laodicea, 3) Jesus’ message to the church at Laodicea.
OBJECTIVES: Each should be able to discuss Revelation 3:14-22 in its historical and spiritual context.
AIM: To increase awareness of the church at Laodicea and the lessons we can learn from her mistakes.
Date written: September 19th, 2003
Scripture ref: Numbers 20:22-29
SUBJECT: Biography
TITLE: Lessons from the Death of Aaron
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at the Bible account of the death of Aaron. Aaron’s death has a message for us today. We must learn these lessons. 1) God takes sin seriously. 2) We have a better high priest. 3) It is appointed to men once to die. 4) We should weep with those who weep. 5) God shows no partiality to men.
OBJECTIVES:To learn more about God and how he relates to man through the example that he provides for us in the death of Aaron.
Date written: October 2nd, 2005
Scripture ref: 1 Kings 16:29-33
SUBJECT: Biography, Preaching, God’s Word
TITLE: Ahab the Accuser
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at three statements made by King Ahab in accusation of God’s prophets and draw some practical lessons.
Objectives: That we would each learn to receive God’s word without casting dispersions upon the messenger.
Aim: To cause everyone to be more introspective in regard to allowing God’s word to reach into his or her life.
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.
SUBJECT: Worship
TITLE: Singing as Worship
PROPOSITION: Worshiping God in song involves understanding the role of: 1) Aesthetics; 2) Doctrine; 3) Comprehension; 4) Attitude.
OBJECTIVES: Each person should understand what constitutes proper worship to God in singing.
AIM: To emphasize that singing must be done in God’s way, not ours to worship Him.
This sermon is about the value of the old paths. These are the ways that have been laid down by God. Being old they are not obsolete. We should be seeking the old paths because they are timeless. PROPOSITION: To set forth the commandment of God to “seek the old paths.” INTRODUCTION: Read Jeremiah 6:16-21 […]
Luke 15:11-24
INTRODUCTION:
1. To any student of the Bible the parable of the Prodigal Son is one of the most familiar.
1) Its sentiment, its scope, its message of a son’s rebellion, a wasted life, and a father’s love has been the source of inspiration for many lessons through the centuries.
2) The Theme: God’s Attitude Toward the Lost.
3) The Main Lesson: God not only accepts penitent sinners, He earnestly seeks their salvation.
2. The Background to the Parable.
1) There are many precious words in our English language – “home” is one of them. Many this very hour are thinking of home:
SUBJECT: God, God’s People
TITLE: Studies in Daniel – God’s Protection
PROPOSITION: In the story of Daniel in the lion’s den we see 1) Conspiracy, 2) Confrontation and Condemnation, 3) Conservation, 4) Consternation.
OBJECTIVE: That the hearer would be familiar with the story of Daniel in the lion’s den and be familiar with lessons from that chapter.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Daniel 6:1-10