The fruit of the Spirit is gentleness because it helps us 1) Personally, 2) Socially, 3) Spiritually. Each person should understand that gentleness/meekness helps us in our personal, social, and spiritual life.
Tobacco, alcohol, and drug addictions need serious attention. These addictions can create tremendous problems in the family such as crushing debt, poverty, loss of work, and even death. These are dangerous addictive substances that need to be eliminated from use altogether because of the great risk associated with them. When one is addicted to such things, professional counseling is needed. Get the help that is necessary to stop using the substance and resolve to never go back to it again.
Sermon on the Life of Hezekiah — Sermon outline on the lessons learned the hard way in the life of Hezekiah by Kevin Cauley. From Isa. 38. Lessons about prayer, pride and restoration.
Date written: March 10th, 2007Scripture ref: 2 Kings 6:15-18 SUBJECT: Growth TITLE: Open Our Eyes PROPOSITION: We need to open our eyes to spiritual possibilities. Let us pray the Lord open our eyes to 1) Our/My spiritual needs, 2) The lost souls of men, 3) the growth of the church. Objectives: That each would focus […]
Date written: March 12th, 2005 Scripture ref: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25 SUBJECT: Worship TITLE: Aids to Remembrance PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will set forth some aids or helps to remembering the death of Jesus during the Lord’s Supper. Objectives: That each would be able to recall these aids when reflecting on the Lord’s supper. Aim: […]
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.
This song emphasizes Christ as King by discussing, 1) His Reign on the Throne, 2) His Victory over Death, 3) The Peace that Results from His Reign, 4) His Fellowship with Heaven. Each will understand more about the song.
Faithful Christians are 1) Called to a Holy Calling, 2) Not According to Our Works, 3) According to God’s Own Purpose and Grace. Each person should understand that being a Christian involves more than just living a moral life and that we need to participate in God’s purposes.
Identify problems early. Addicts may not see what is happening to them as addiction creates blindness to one’s state. It is easy for others, however, to see the behavior for what it is. It is important that families have a relationship where members can talk about these issues. Discussing the behavior is the first step to remedying it.
Date written: January 7th, 2006 Scripture ref: Matthew 9:20-22 SUBJECT: Salvation TITLE: “Thy Faith Hath Made Thee Whole” PROPOSITION: To study the woman who’s faith made her whole considering her: 1) Condition, 2) Cure, 3) Closure. OBJECTIVE: That each would understand what it means to have a living and active faith from this woman’s example. […]
SUBJECT: Salvation TITLE: To the Blind He Gives Sight PROPOSITION: In this sermon we will examine the statement, “To The Blind He Gives Sight.” He does this because there is, 1) A Need–the blind need to see, 2) A Name–only He has this authority, 3) A Notion–the blind who see will tell others, 4) A […]
Date written: March 25th, 2006 Scripture ref: 2 Corinthians 4:5-7 SUBJECT: Preaching, Problems TITLE: The Problems of Preachers PROPOSITION: To look at preachers and some of their problems and understand how the Bible distinguishes between the preacher and the message he preaches. OBJECTIVE: That members place their faith and trust in God and His word […]
SUBJECT: Evangelism
TITLE: “Come and See”
PROPOSITION: When talking to others about the gospel, what do you tell them? One very simple thing to say is “come and see.” Come and see 1) The works of God, 2) The Glory of God, 3) The Son of God, and 4) The people of God.
OBJECTIVES: Each listener should be able to walk away from the lesson with something to say to someone about the gospel.
Aim: To help everyone be more confident in evangelism.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: John 1:43-46
In Luke 12:47, 48 at the conclusion of the parable of the faithful steward, Jesus said, “And that servant, which knew his lord’s will, and prepared not himself, neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many stripes. But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.”
I do not know what the specific reason was that the Holy Spirit forbade and did not permit Paul, Silas, and Timothy to preach in these locations. The Bible does not say other than that God wanted them to go into Macedonia and preach there. It may have been as simple as that. However, God sometimes says “No,” even to good things that we desire to do, and we can learn some lessons from this. Let’s look at a few examples in the Bible where God said “no.”
Christ is King because… 1) He is the Creator, 2) All Things are For Him, 3) He Supports and Sustains Us, 4) He is the Head of the Church, 5) The Fullness of God Dwells in Him, 6) He Reconciles All Things to Himself by His Sacrifice. Each should understand that these fundamental truths make sense of the world.
There are other things, however, to which a person may be addicted. One may be addicted to his job. We call these people workaholics. A person may be addicted to talking or anger. Pornography is a great addiction for many. In his book, Removing Emotional Pain, Ron Wilkins lists the top ten addictions of his time. They are in order: 1) anger, 2) talking, 3) sex, 4) food, 5) tobacco, 6) alcohol, 7) drugs, 8) stealing, 9) gambling, and 10) work. We could probably add “electronics” to this list today.
Date written: July 8th, 2007
Scripture ref: Lamentations 3:21-24
SUBJECT: Renewal
TITLE: “New Every Morning”
PROPOSITION: God’s mercies are new every morning because 1) God is present, 2) God’s blessings continue, 3) The Old Things are passed away, and 4) God’s promises are sure.
OBJECTIVE: That we can wake up each morning knowing that the mercy of the Lord is available.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Lamentations 3:21-24
Sermon on Psalm 119 – This sermon outline by Kevin Cauley shows us how to delight in God’s Word from the psalmist in Psalm 119:33-40.
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.