1. A situation arose at a joyful event that could have totally ruined it. (Reputations destroyed, scandal, tears, headlines.)
2. The bridegroom and the ruler of the feast had no solution. The concern and knowledge of Mary turned a disaster into a legendary event.
3. There are principles in this story that need to be noted and taken to heart.
Introduction:
1. Acts 7:38, oracles are what Moses received.
2. Rom. 3:2, oracles of God are what was committed to the Jews.
3. Heb. 5:12, oracles contain 1st principles.
4. 1 Pet. 4:11 contains a limitation prescribed by God.
1) Direction must be direction of oracles.
2) Example must be example of oracles.
3) Speaking must be lined up with the oracles of God.
5. If we need a motto or rallying cry let this be it.
Discussion:
Introduction: Read John 6:26 1. There is great folly in seeking from Jesus what He does not offer. 1) Vindication of your false doctrine. 2) Health and wealth, name it and claim it. 3) Gentle Jesus, meek and mild, non-judgmental, even “gay” Jesus, etc. 2. Jesus came with a particular purpose in mind, Luke 19:10 […]
Sermon on Church Attendance – Sermon outline by G. E. Watkins on attendance and the Bible principle stated as “Every man according to his ability.” Introduction: Read Acts 11:29 (Begin sermon on church attendance.) 1. When preaching on attendance in worship I stress the obligation we have to gather when the congregation is called.
SERMON ON HEAVEN INTRODUCTION: Read Philippians 3:20, 21 1. Paul proclaims to the Philippians that they are not citizens of earth but of heaven. 2. They will be equipped to be citizens of that city. 3. The Savior is coming with the power to transform. 4. Words such as these have excited us for 2000 […]
Bearing the Infirmities of the Weak Introduction: Read Rom. 15:1 1. There can be things we do or say that would destroy a weaker brother or sister. 2. The things I’m talking about aren’t sin, necessarily, but appear so to the uninformed, Rom. 14:14-23. 3. We can destroy the weak with our liberty. DISCUSSION: Bearing […]
Introduction:
1. The world says, “Blessed are the merciless.”
1) Merciless rewarded with power, fame, money.
2) Merciless win elections, power.
3) In the business world being without mercy is “only business.”
Introduction: Mark 1:12-13
1. Jesus is driven into the wilderness by the Spirit of God.
2. He is to undergo a period of testing.
3. This testing reveals the character of our Lord
1) like concrete is tested.
2) like automobiles are tested.
3) like soldiers are tested.
Cunningly Devised Fables. Sermon outline on the evidentiary power of witnesses. Others would have us believe that the Gospel is cunningly devised fables. Peter and other witnesses say it is true. By G. E. Watkins. Introduction: 2 Pet. 1:16 1. Dan Brown’s Da Vinci Code is back in the news with the release of the […]
INTRODUCTION: Read Matt. 4:12-17
1. Jesus begins His ministry.
1) Returns to Nazareth (family concerns?)
2) Moves to Capernaum to begin.
2. At the beginning of His ministry He again fulfills prophecy.
3. He is the LIGHT that is to come to the region.
Sermon on the Power of Prayer – Sermon outline by G. E. Watkins on the very basic things that prayer is designed to do.
Introduction: Read Matt. 4:4.
1. Jesus refers Satan to God’s Word. To be preferred over physical bread.
2. What is it about God’s Word that makes it more sufficient than bread?
Discussion
We should seek to hear counsel and receive instruction for those that imitate Christ. This is spoken by Paul in 1 Corinthians 11:1 “Imitate me, just as I also imitate Christ.” We seek the advice he gives in his epistles, which are inspired by God and delivered to man through the Holy Spirit. We should also apply instructions seen in the proper examples shown by godly people.
TITLE: THE SIN OF CAIN
TEXT: GENESIS 4:1-16
THESIS: The purpose of this sermon is to note Cain’s negative example and to take warning from it.
INTRODUCTION: Read Genesis 4:1-16.
1. Cain committed two horrible crimes.
1) He changed God’s worship to suit himself.
2) He killed his brother, Abel.
Everyone enjoys praise! But the price of praise is preparation and performance. Praise is usually associated with a good reputation. This for most people is important and is attained with proper life choices and a pleasurable attitude. A good reputation also requires effort and discipline. We strive to achieve a good reputation to be accepted by others.
we must also possess the proper attitude and demeanor when speaking to others. Notice the man of understanding is of a calm spirit. Just as we find in the book of James, the New Testament inspired book of practical wisdom. James 1:19 “Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.”
INTRODUCTION: 1. Read Matthew 28:18-20; Mark 16:15,16; Luke 24:46, 47; John 20:21-23. 2. “Great” because the Commissioner is great. 1 Tim. 6:15. 3. “Great” because of the enormity of the task. 4. “Great” because of its universality. 5. “Great” because salvation is its theme. 6. God has no other plan to bring the good news […]
INTRODUCTION: Read Mark 16:16
1. Divisions exist because of the passage.
2. Did Jesus teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
3. What, after all, does “baptized” mean?
4. Is the baptism that saves Holy Spirit baptism as many believe?
INTRODUCTION: Acts 9:31
1. The persecution that Saul was a part of wreaked havoc on the churches of Palestine.
2. The Jews waged war against the church that resulted in death or imprisonment for many. Acts 8:1-3; 9:1-2; 22:4, 19; 26:10, 11
3. One can well imagine the relief that came upon the churches when their greatest antagonist suddenly stopped his attack. 9:21; see also 9:2-6
4. Peace brings blessings, responsibilities, and lasting results.
INTRODUCTION: 1. This morning (1/2/05) my grandfather, Louis Green died. 2. This was a man who was a child during the First World War, and survived the death of both parents at an early age. 3. He made it though the Great Depression by sheer determination and hard work. 4. He was about 30 years […]