Kevin Cauley Sermon Outlines, Articles, Lessons, etc.

The Fourth Commandment – Remember the Sabbath

Date written: August 18th, 2007 Scripture ref: Exodus 20:8-11 SUBJECT: Ten Commandments TITLE: “Remember the Sabbath” PROPOSITION: As we study the fourth commandment let us consider 1) The Rule, 2) The Rationale, 3) The Relevance. Objectives: That we will become more familiar with the ten commandments and that we will understand the meaning of the […]

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To The Blind He Gives Sight

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 […]

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“To The Work”

Date written: June 18th, 2005 Scripture ref: Colossians 1:9-11 SUBJECT: Work of the Church TITLE: To The Work PROPOSITION: The elders have set a work before us. How ought we to look at this new work? Objectives: That each would be motivated to get involved and stay involved in this new work. Aim: To encourage […]

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Sermon on John 3:16 – God’s Grace as Shown by John 3:16

Sermon on John 3:16. A textual study of John 3:16 noticing God’s grace as it reveals itself through his motivation, method, message, and mission. SUBJECT: Theology: Soteriology TITLE: God’s Grace as Shown by John 3:16 PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will do a textual study of John 3:16 noticing God’s grace as it reveals itself […]

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Sermon on Jesus | “I’d Rather Have Jesus”

Sermon on Jesus Listen Date written: September 2nd, 2006 Scripture ref: Philippians 3:8-10 SUBJECT: Jesus, Salvation TITLE: “I’d Rather Have Jesus” PROPOSITION: I’d rather have Jesus than 1) Wealth, 2) Popularity, 3) Sin and Its Consequences. OBJECTIVE: That each would join with Paul in declaring all things lost for the sake of Christ. AIM: To […]

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“I Am The Lord and Master” – Sermon

SUBJECT: Jesus

TITLE: I am the Lord and Master

TYPE: Expository

PROPOSITION: Jesus is the our Lord and Master. He says that as Lord and Master he became a servant of all.

OBJECTIVES: We should all think about how Jesus is our Lord and Master and how since he called himself a servant, that we should much more see ourselves as servants.

AIM: I want to impress upon each one the distinctive, yet complimentary roles as Lord, Master, and Servant within the person of Jesus.

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Why Believe?

Date written: August 5th, 2007 Scripture ref: John 20:30-31 SUBJECT: Apologetics TITLE: Why Believe? PROPOSITION: Why ought we to believe? 1) I want to believe. 2) There is good reason to believe. 3) Because of the consequences of not believing. 4) Because of the rewards of believing. Objectives: That each would be motivated to believe […]

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New Boston church of Christ Live Stream

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.

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The Natural Man vs. The Spiritual Man

Sermon outline by Kevin Cauley showing the difference between the natural man and the spiritual man. We should reject the natural man.

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Sermon on the Spiritual Heart – Two Hearts

Scripture ref: 1 Samuel 16:7

SUBJECT:Attitudes

PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at two kinds of hearts, 1) The hard heart, and 2) The Soft heart.

OBJECTIVES: Each should understand the two hearts, their relationship to God and his word, and which kind everyone should desire to have.

AIM: To encourage everyone to have the kind of heart that God wants us to have.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: 1 Samuel 16:7 “But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.”

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“Christ Receiveth Sinful Men”

SUBJECT: Jesus, Salvation

TITLE: “Christ Receiveth Sinful Men”

PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will discuss 1) Why, 2) How, and 3) To What End Jesus receives sinful men.

OBJECTIVES: Each should be able to explain why, how, and to what end Jesus receives sinful men.

AIM: To instill the knowledge of salvation and motivate each individual to be received of Jesus. To motivate the faithful to tell others why, how, and to what end Jesus receives sinful men.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Mark 2:15-17

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Sermon on Christian Influence | Our Christian Influence

Sermon on Christian Influence SUBJECT: Attitude TITLE: Our Christian Influence PROPOSITION: Our Christian influence 1) should reflect good, not evil, 2) is wielded through our example of words and actions, 3) can be seen through our associations, 4) should be obvious to all, 5) will ultimately affect our salvation. OBJECTIVES: Each hearer should be able […]

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Things That Unite–One Spirit

Date written: August 14th, 2004 Scripture ref: Ephesians 4:1-6 SUBJECT: Unity TITLE: Things that Unite-One Spirit PROPOSITION: The one Spirit unites by giving us 1) one mind, 2) one voice, 3) one mission. OBJECTIVES: Each hearer will be able to show how the Spirit unites us together in each of these things. AIM: To promote […]

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A Word Fitly Spoken

The goal is to teach the things which the obedient tongue will utter before God – namely, it will be a tongue that 1) speaks truth, 2) utters praise, 3) reflects good judgment, and 4) edifies and to help all realize the importance of a word fitly spoken.

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Sermon on Humility | Taking the Road to Jerusalem

Sermon on Humility Date written: October 27th, 2007 Scripture ref: Matthew 20:17-34 SUBJECT: Humility TITLE: Taking the Road to Jerusalem PROPOSITION: On the road to Jerusalem we find 1) A Prediction of Condemnation, 2) Preparation of Conduct 3) A Providing of Compassion. Objectives: That each would understand and apply the lessons Christ teaches in humility […]

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Mormonism – Admirable Zeal but Deplorable Doctrines

Scripture ref: 1 John 4:1

SUBJECT: Mormon Doctrine

TITLE: Mormonism

PROPOSITION: To set forth some of the doctrines of Mormonism and show how they are in conflict with the Bible.

OBJECTIVES:Everyone should understand a few things about this false religion.

AIM:To teach a few things with which to be able to study and refute Mormon doctrine.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: 1 John 4:1

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Sermon on Jesus Christ – Who Is the Son of Man?

SUBJECT: Jesus Christ

TITLE: Who is the Son of Man?

PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will ask and answer the question “Who is the Son of Man” according to the gospel of Luke chapters 1-12. We will learn that the Son of Man is 1) The one who has power to forgive sins (Luke 5:24). 2) Lord of the Sabbath (Luke 6:5). 3) The one delivered into the hands of men (Luke 9:44). 4) Not come to destroy men’s lives, but to save them (Luke 9:56). 5) Hath not where to lay his head (Luke 9:58). 6) Was a sign to His generation (Luke 11:30). 7) Comes at an unexpected hour (Luke 12:40).

OBJECTIVE: The hearer should understand that Jesus was not only divine, but human and that the expression “son of man” while not unique to Jesus, emphasizes His humanity.

Aim: To reinforce in the minds of the hearer the identity of Jesus.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Luke 1:1-4

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“For Christ and the Church”

Date written: September 30th, 2007 Scripture ref: Acts 20:28 SUBJECT: Christ / Church TITLE: “For Christ and the Church” PROPOSITION: For Christ and the church let us 1) Praise Lovingly, 2) Pray Fervently, 3) Give Willingly, 4) Serve Faithfully. OBJECTIVE: That each considers the words to this great song and be renewed in spirit in […]

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Ye Are the Light of the World

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.

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The Third Commandment – The Lord's Name

Date written: June 30th, 2007
Scripture ref: Exodus 20:1-17

SUBJECT: Ten Commandments

TITLE: The Third Commandment – The Lord’s Name

PROPOSITION: In this lesson on the Ten Commandments, we’ll look at #3, taking the Lord’s name in vain. We will notice the 1) content of the command and 2) the consequence of the command.

Objectives: That each would be familiar with the Ten Commandments so that we can understand them and respect them as they have application under the New Covenant.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Exodus 20:1-17

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