INTRODUCTION: Read Philippians 4:10-14.

A. “I’ve got a secret”

1. There is something fascinating about those words

a. Ears perk up, and people lean in as they whisper, “What is it? I won’t tell anyone”

b. Religiously speaking, there are many who claim to have the “secrets” to spiritual life – but they are frauds

2. In sharp contrast to these frauds, notice Philippians 4:12

a. Here Paul speaks of a genuine and important “secret”

b. One has called this “the only secret that we need”

B. We are nearing the end of Paul’s letter to the Philippians

1. He has one final task: to express his appreciation for the gift that was sent him by Epaphroditus

There is a proper place for safety, but we must not use it as an excuse not to exercise our God given responsibilities. Remember the excuses given for “safety” in the book of Proverbs. “The slothful man saith, There is a lion without, I shall be slain in the streets” (Proverbs 22:13), and “The slothful man saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets” (Proverbs 26:13). God condemns this kind of thinking as slothful or lazy. “Safety” is not a good reason for not interacting with other people.

Sermon on Noah – Biographical sermon outline on the godly life of Noah with emphasis on living righteously in an evil world. By Tom Moore.

Scripture ref: John 15:1-8

SUBJECT: Discipleship

TITLE: The True Vine and Discipleship

PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at Jesus teaching regarding discipleship as it relates to his identity. We will notice 1) the root of discipleship, 2) the relation of the disciples, 3) the renewal of discipleship, 4) the response of discipleship, 5) The results of discipleship.

OBJECTIVES:Each person should be able to discuss their relationship to Jesus as His disciple and how to pursue that relationship more effectively.

AIM:I want to encourage all to learn more about Jesus so as to strengthen each as a disciple of Jesus.

Sermon on Strife — Sermon outline by Tom Moore from Genesis 13 and Abraham’s occasion with Lot. Abraham turns away from strife saying, “For We Be Brethren.” INTRODUCTION: A. Genesis 13:1-8 1. Abraham said that there ought not be strife between them because they were brethren 2. There should be unity and goodwill between brethren […]

Date written: October 7th, 2007 Scripture ref: Daniel 4:1-3 SUBJECT: Pride, Humility TITLE: Studies in Daniel – God’s Preeminence PROPOSITION: In this passage we have 1) A Message, 2) The Meaning, 3) A Mistake and a Misfit, 4) A Moral 5) Lessons from the text. OBJECTIVE: That each of us would know and understand the […]

Date written: August 6th, 2007 Scripture ref: 1 Corinthians 9:26-27 SUBJECT: Salvation TITLE: Christian Olympics – Preparing to Run the Race PROPOSITION: What do we need in order to prepare to run the race that is set before us? 1) The proper attitude, 2) The proper nutrition, 3) The proper training, 4) The proper attire. […]

SUBJECT: Holiness

TITLE: “More Holiness Give Me”

PROPOSITION: More holiness give me because 1) I want to be like God, 2) I want to be pure, 3) I want to go to heaven.

Objectives: To motivate us to desire to live holy lives.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Isaiah 35:1-10

INTRODUCTION: A. The doctrine of the Holy Spirit is set forth more fully in the New Testament than in the Old Testament. 1. Yet, there is prominence given to the Holy Spirit in the pages of the Old Testament. 2. Twenty-three of the Old Testament books contain direct reference to the Holy Spirit. 3. We […]

We need to interact with other people. Isolation is a spiritually dangerous place to be. Consider Proverbs 18:1, “A man who isolates himself seeks his own desire; He rages against all wise judgment.” Here is the heart of why people isolate themselves. They are seeking their own desires. That is, they are being self-centered and not trying to engage with other people, which God wants us to do to fulfill His purposes.

Sermon on the Tongue – Sermon outline by G. E. Watkins explaining how to control the tongue. From James 3:6.

SUBJECT: Heaven

TITLE: How Heaven is Like the Grand Canyon

PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will study some Bible truths about heaven as illustrated by truths regarding the Grand Canyon.

OBJECTIVE: That each would understand what it takes to get to heaven.

INTRODUCTION:

Sermon on the Authority of Jesus SUBJECT: Authority TITLE: The Authority of the New Testament PROPOSITION: The New Testament is authoritative to direct our lives today. OBJECTIVE: To teach that authority is something that cannot be disregarded. 1. Read: Matthew 28:18-20. 2. Regarding this text: 1) The last item in this “Great Commission” is Jesus’ […]

TITLE: Jesus’ Parables — The Hidden Treasure

SUBJECT: Parables

PROPOSITION: To set forth this parable and some of its major lessons.

OBJECTIVE: To help each of us apply the parable and its lessons to ourselves.

INTRODUCTION: Read Matthew 2:1-12

1. There are events in a town, city or region’s history that cannot be forgotten.

1) In Austin it’s the Tower shooting, August 1, 1966.

2) Texas City remembers when the ship exploded in Galveston Bay in 1947.

3) Killeen will never forget the Luby’s shooting.

4) New Orleans will never forget Hurricane Katrina.

2. An unusual star guided the magi to Jerusalem and then to the exact spot in Bethlehem (6 miles south) where the new King of Israel lay.

INTRODUCTION: 2 Kings 6:8-17

1. Through the prophet the king learned what he could not see.

2. Through the prophet Gahazi learned what he could not see.

3. Through Jesus Christ we learn things we cannot see. Hebrews 1:1-2

Sermon on Abraham – Sermon outline from the book of Genesis. Tom Moore points out the great spiritual lessons from a great spiritual man.

INTRODUCTION: A. Keeping the church pure and true to the Book is taught often in the New Testament 1. Ephesians 5:25-27 2. Titus 1:9, 13; 2:1

Date written: June 2nd, 2006 Bible Text: Matthew 22:36-40 SUBJECT: Love, Obedience TITLE: The Second Command PROPOSITION: What does it mean to love my neighbor as myself? How do I practice it? Where do I start? Objectives: That each would understand more about the second command and how to live it. Aim: To encourage everyone […]

Sermon on Samuel – Sermon outline on the life of Samuel, taking lessons from his life.