It is an awesome and daunting responsibility to take the gospel to others. I have been involved in several efforts to get the word out. I have knocked doors and spoken to folks about the gospel. I don’t know everything about personal evangelism, but I have come to learn about several misconceptions.
INTRODUCTION: 1 Tim. 4:6-10. 6 If you put these instructions before the brothers and sisters, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished on the words of the faith and of the sound teaching that you have followed. 7 Have nothing to do with profane myths and old wives’ tales. Train yourself in […]
SUBJECT: Jesus
TITLE: “I Am The Bread of Life”
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will study Jesus statement, “I am the bread of life.” We will look at 1) The significance of the bread, 2) the source of the bread, 3) the supping of the bread, and 4) the supply of the bread.
OBJECTIVES: Each person should be able to understand the meaning of the statement, “I am the bread of life” and how that statement applies to them as individuals.
SUBJECT: Bible Authority
TITLE: Our Standard for Authority
PROPOSITION: The Bible and only the Bible must be our sole standard for spiritual authority today because 1) Only the Bible is Inspired of God, 2) Other standards are woefully inadequate, 3) The Bible is all sufficient to meet every spiritual need.
OBJECTIVE: The hearer should be able to state why other standards are lacking, understand Bible inspiration, and state why the Bible is all sufficient.
AIM: To establish in the mind of each hearer the importance of letting the Bible settle all spiritual questions today.
INTRODUCTION:
A. A while back the news media focused our attention to the tragedy in Midland, where 18 month old Jessica McClure fell down an abandoned well in the backyard of their home. The whole community, the whole nation, and some from around the world showed their interest and concern for this little girl and her parents. On Friday evening, the news media began televising the entire rescue operation. After being in the well some 58 hours, young Jessica was brought out alive. It was a dramatic moment for those present, as they began to shout and clap. Emotion was high in homes that were watching the rescue, and I dare say there was not a dry eye anywhere among those that were watching. It was heart-breaking to think of such a small child in a dark well, but a joyous moment when she was rescued.
B. Now, if we can be that interested in the welfare of a little girl’s physical life, WHY can’t we be just half as concerned about the spiritual life of our friends and neighbors who are lost in the darkness of sin???
C. Let us take a look at the Christian’s concern for lost souls.
DISCUSSION:
A. Who are the lost?
INTRODUCTION:
A. The crucifixion of our Lord took place at a location known as “The Place of the Skull”- Greek, Hebrew, Latin
B. Crucifixion was probably the most horrible form of capital punishment ever devised by man. It appears to have originated with the Persians (c. 522 B.C.).
1. Later, it was employed by the Greeks. Following the destruction of Tyre, Alexander the Great crucified 2,000 men of military age.
2. The Jews even used crucifixion on occasion. In the inter-biblical age, Alexander Jannaeus (103-76 B.C.) crucified 800 Pharisees who had been involved in a revolt.
3. But the Romans were most noted for the practice. In 71 B.C., following a slave revolt in Rome, 6,000 recaptured slaves were crucified on the Appian Way leading to the city
Dealing With False Teachers in the Church Today – Sermon outline by Tom Moore on the Biblical method of dealing with false prophets. What should our attitude be? Must we deal with them? INTRODUCTION: A. It cannot be truthfully denied that there are teachers of false doctrine among us – the Bible warns of such: […]
Date written: October 15, 1994 Scripture ref: Hebrews 10:19-25 SUBJECT: Passage TITLE: The Rights and Responsibilities of the Redeemed PROPOSITION: To make a expository study of Hebrews 10:19-25 noting the rights of the redeemed Christian (confidence and counsel), and the responsibilities of a Christian (that he must come close, cleave, and consider). Objecive: To recognize […]
SUBJECT: Peace
TITLE: Christian Peace (Words of Encouragement Series)
PROPOSITION: Christ gives the Christian peace outwardly, inwardly, and upwardly.
OBJECTIVES: The hearer should be able to state the three main points regarding Christian Peace with supporting scripture.
AIM: To encourage the brethren by informing them of the great peace that is available to them in Christ and to encourage the unbeliever to want Christian peace.
INTRODUCTION:
The year 2024 is in the books and 2025 is here. We have a new year ahead of us to work for the Lord. What will it hold in store for us? First, let’s resolve to be spiritually active this year. Let’s work on our prayer life and Bible study. Speaking to God every day and letting Him speak to you in His word every day is a great recipe for daily success. Acts 17:11 records the attitude of the Bereans, “These were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily to find out whether these things were so.”
SUBJECT: Truth, Warning, False Teachers
TITLE: “Beware of False Prophets”
PROPOSITION: What are the dangers of listening to false prophets? 1) Diversion, 2) Division, 3) Damnation.
Objectives: That we would be keenly aware that God expects us to believe and obey the truth and that to be lead astray by false teachers is serious business.
INTRODUCTION:
A. Patriots are people who passionately love their country and are willing to support and defend it with their very live
1. The word “patriot” awakens memories of great heroes from America’s military history
2. “Give me liberty, or give me death” (Patrick Henry)
3. “I only regret that I have only one life to lose for my country” (Nathan Hale)
B. The same kind of devotion can be seen in the lives of the first century Christians
1. Peter and John were beaten for preaching Jesus — but never shied away from their responsibilities
INTRODUCTION:
A. A third key item that is being used to fuel change in the church is the unfortunate and misplaced emphasis upon church growth and the desire to be relevant
1. It seems there is no end to the lengths that some will go for church growth
2. Many are like those of Samuel’s days who want to be like the nations around them (1 Sam. 8:20) — many are trying to copy the denominations in evangelism
INTRODUCTION:
1. Many wonder, “How can we be happy in Heaven knowing that loved ones are being punished in Hell?”
2. It drives some to Universalism.
3. It drives some to Atheism.
4. It drives some to believe we won’t know each other in Heaven.
5. What’s the answer? Is it possible to be in heaven and be happy knowing that one or more loved ones are languishing in Hell?
The foundations of authentic Christianity: 1) Not from Men, 2) Through Jesus Christ, 3) Rescues from this present evil age. Each hearer should understand that authentic Christianity comes from Jesus Christ as the standard. I want to impress upon each person the need for Christ to be the standard, not self.
SUBJECT: Biography
TITLE: Lessons from the Life of Adam and Eve
PROPOSITION: In this study we will observe some lessons from the life of Adam and Eve. 1) God is our creator. 2) God’s commands are for our benefit. 3) Satan is our enemy. 4) Sin separates man from God.
OBJECTIVES: Each listener should be able to apply these lessons from the account of Adam and Eve in Genesis 1-3.
AIM: To review the first three chapters of the Bible specifically as applies to man and to learn not to repeat the mistakes that were made by Adam and Eve.
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.
SUBJECT: Christian Doctrine
TITLE: The Importance of the Doctrine of Christ
PROPOSITION: The doctrine of Christ is important for the church to be 1) Fruitful, 2) Faithful, 3) Fellows.
OBJECTIVE: That each would understand why doctrine is important and the need we have to give heed to it.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Matthew 28:18-20.
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.