Sermon on Selfishness Date written: November 12th, 2005 Scripture ref: James 4:1-10 SUBJECT: Selfishness TITLE: A “Gimme” Society PROPOSITION: In this lesson we want to look the reason why we live in a “gimme” society: 1) Worldliness, 2) Covetousness, 3) Selfishness. Objectives: That each one would be able to explain why our society is so […]
Date written: November 19th, 2005 Scripture ref: John 3:1-2 SUBJECT: Jesus TITLE: “Savior, Teach Me” PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will answer the questions, 1) Why do we need a teacher? 2) Who is our Teacher and why is He our Teacher? 3) What are we to be taught? Objectives: That each could explain why […]
Sermon on Restoration – When the church has been destroyed by the deeds of men the righteous must take steps to restore what has been lost.
To manage conflict I need 1) Courage, 2) Forgiveness, 3) Fearing God, 4) Patience. Each will understand how to manage inevitable conflict according to God’s standards.
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.”
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.