Date written: October 23rd, 2004
Scripture ref: Hebrews 8:13

SUBJECT: Covenants

TITLE: Differences Between The Old Covenant and The New

PROPOSITION: Between the Old Covenant and the New, there is a difference of 1) Scope of People, 2) Their Relationship to the Cross, 3) Purpose

OBJECTIVES: Each person should be able discuss the differences between the Old and New Covenants and give scriptures that illustrate the differences.

AIM: To highlight and emphasize the differences between the Old Covenant and the New.

Date written: January 14th, 2007
Scripture ref: Colossians 3:12-17

SUBJECT: Christian Living

TITLE: What Can I Do To Help the Church?

PROPOSITION: What can I do to help the church? 1) Practice Christianity personally. 2) Participate in the congregation, 3) Persevere to the end.

Objectives: That each would understand what they can do to help the church.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Colossians 3:12-17

The scriptures give us a somewhat different picture than the Old West. In Matthew 7:23, Jesus says, “And then will I declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from me, you workers of lawlessness'” (ESV). Both the King James Version and the American Standard Version of 1901 translate this word “iniquity.” But it is best translated “lawlessness” as the ESV does.

PROPOSITION: To set forth religious sin. OBJECTIVE: To help us avoid religious sin. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Acts 17:22-31. 2. Regarding the text: 1) Athens. 2) Very religious = too superstitious = demon worshipers. 3) There IS religion and worship of ignorance. 4) Ignorance is no excuse. Why? 5) Romans 1:21, 25, 28. 6) God does […]

I.   Introduction

A. There is a great need in our day for fathers to live up to their God-given tasks.

1. One of the reasons that the church is as weak as it is in many places is because fathers are not fulfilling their spiritual duties

2. One of the reasons that some many of the youth of our day are involved in drugs, premarital sex, gangs activity, and a host of other sinful things is because fathers are not fulfilling their responsibilities

B. It is time that we as fathers and grandfathers realize the awesome responsibility we have in molding our children’s spiritual lives

1. It is time that fathers do more with their children that just play ball or paper dolls with them.

2. It is time for fathers to act like spiritual giants in the family

Repent or Perish – Sermon outline by G. E. Watkins on the definition of, the requirement of and the motives for Bible repentance. INTRODUCTION: Luke 13:3 1. Matthew 3:2. John–“Repent ye for…” 2. Matthew 4:17. Jesus–“Repent ye for…” 3. Luke 24:46. “Thus it is written and…” 4. Acts 3:19. “Repent ye therefore and turn again…” […]

Date written: September 22nd, 2007
Scripture ref: Exodus 20:1-17

The Fifth Commandment – Honor Father and Mother

SUBJECT: Ten Commandments

TITLE: The Fifth Commandment – Honor Father and Mother

PROPOSITION:In this lesson we will study the fifth commandment, honor thy father and mother. We will notice what it means to 1) Render Honor 2) who the Recipients of Honor are in this commandment and 3) the Results of honoring father and mother.

OBJECTIVE: That each would understand what honoring father and mother entails.

Aim: That we would have a renewed respect for honoring our father and mother and not just the youth.

SUBJECT:Faith

TITLE: I HAVE NOT FOUND SO GREAT FAITH

PROPOSITION: To set forth Jesus’ definition of and praise for “Great Faith” found in Matthew 8:10.

OBJECTIVE:To help us all develop “Great Faith.”

Introduction: 1. Isaiah 2:1-4. A very striking picture of the church, from 700 BC. 2. Old Testament prophecies tell us much, later to be seen in fulfillment in the New Testament.

SERMON ON DISCIPLINE

INTRODUCTION: Read 2 Thessalonians 3:6

1. This passage deals with a specific problem in the Thessalonian church.

2. There were brethren who refused to work for their own living, 2 Thessalonians 3:11

3. These were called “disorderly.” They were without discipline.

4. These did not walk after the tradition received from the apostles. Therefore, they were in sin.

5. We have, in this apostolic injunction, a principle that must be learned by the people of God in every generation. If it is not learned the church withers.

6. WE MUST WITHDRAW OURSELVES FROM THE DISORDERLY.

7. Withdraw means to keep away, stand aloof (Gingrich, Shorter Lexicon).

8. This is not something to be taken lightly but with fear and trembling.

Introduction: Read Matt. 1:18-25. 1. There are many that balk at becoming a Christian at the story of the Birth of Jesus. 2. They “know” how things work and it’s easier to believe in an impure Mary than a Virgin Birth. 3. We are asked to believe based on the testimony of Mary and Joseph, […]

SUBJECT: End Times/Preparation

TITLE: “Will Jesus Find Us Watching?”

PROPOSITION: Are we prepared for Jesus to come? We must 1) Be prepared. 2) Be patient. 3) Expect the consequences of proper and improper preparation. Will Jesus find us watching?

Objectives: Each should know what the scriptures say about being prepared, patient, and expecting the consequences of Jesus return.

Aim: To encourage all to prepare so that Jesus will find us watching.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Matthew 25:1-13

INTRODUCTION: Acts 9

1. The conversion of Saul is given a great deal of space in the New Testament. This speaks to its importance.

1) It shows us what conversion really means. How far do I go?

2) It shows us that God is no respecter of persons in conversion. An apostle had to trust and obey just like you.

3) It shows us that the proper response when one had sinned gravely is submission and not bemoaning that one has sinned too greatly to be saved.

4) It introduces us to the man through whom we would be given so much of the New Testament.

2. This cannot be a study of the life of Paul but must be limited to a study of the conversion of Saul.

SERMON ON CONTENTMENT

INTRODUCTION:

A. “Contentment is a pearl of great price, and whosoever procures it at the expense of ten thousand desires makes a wise and happy purchase” (John Balguy).

1. Contentment is a very precious commodity to possess in this life of disappointments and heartaches.

2. All Christians should join with King David and say, “He maketh me to lie in green pastures” (Psa. 23:2) – That’s a great picture of contentment

B. Many today are like the two little teardrops floating down the river of life. One tear drop asked the other, “Who are you?” “I am a teardrop from a girl who loved a man and lost him. But who are you?” The first tear drop replied, “I am a tear drop from the girl who got him.”

1. Life is like as is seen in these teardrops.

2. We all too often cry over the things we can’t have, but we might cry twice as hard if we had received them.

Introduction: Matt. 11:28-30

1. An invitation from the Son of God, the Messiah, should certainly capture our attention.

1) One whose word is true.

2) Whose intent is pure.

2. This invitation compels us to make a choice.

1) We can reject it but where will we go for blessing?

2) We can accept it and receive the promised rest.

3. Jesus is specific in His invitation. His call is for those who labor under a heavy load.

Sermon – Promise of a Savior – Sermon outline by Bill Jackson explaining the condition of man (lost in sin) and the redemption planned by God.

SUBJECT: Thanksgiving to God

TITLE: Entering God’s Gates with Thanksgiving

PROPOSITION: We enter God’s gates with thanksgiving because 1) thanksgiving is the only appropriate response for what God has done for us, 2) thanksgiving brings about a change of attitude in our lives, 3) thanksgiving spurs us into action for the welfare and benefit of others.

OBJECTIVE: The hearer should be able to state why he ought to have a heart of thanksgiving to God and how that relates to Christian living.

Aim: That each one would harbor a heart of tremendous gratitude toward God for the blessings he has given us in our lives.

Helpful confrontation is as natural as the confrontation between darkness and light. Do you find it uncomfortable to turn on the light switch? We do it every day so that we can see and not be hindered by darkness. Light confronts darkness (John 1:5). So, also, we should be comfortable in presenting the light of the gospel to others. Are we?

SUBJECT: Apostasy

TITLE: LET US NOT RETURN TO EGYPT

PROPOSITION: To set forth an expository study of Jude 5.

OBJECTIVE:To help us better understand this verse and the importance of our deliverance from Egypt which corresponds to the bondage of sin; that we return NOT to Egypt.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Jude 5.

INTRODUCTION:

A. Genesis 22:1-14 is the high-water mark in the book of Genesis, in the life of Abraham, and in the life of Isaac.

B. The offering of Isaac is discussed three times in the Bible (Genesis 22:1-14; James 2:2:21-22; Hebrews 11:17-19)

1. In James 2:21-22 and Hebrews 11:17-19, this event is discussed in the context of genuine faith.

2. Abraham is the Faith’s Hall of Fame in Hebrews 11, along with many other great servants of faith.

C. God had made a promise to Abraham

1. Genesis 12:1-3

2. This promise was given six times to Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3; 13:14-18; 15:17; 18:16-19; 22:17-19)