SUBJECT: Church

TITLE: The Qualifications and Responsibilities of Elders

PROPOSITION: In this lesson we want to study the qualifications and responsibilities of elders. We will look at

OBJECTIVES: The hearer should be able to locate and discuss the New Testament passages dealing with the office of the elder.

AIM: In light of the appointment of new elders, I hope to be able to focus thought upon this office in preparation of the appointment process.

Relationship With God Sermon – Sermon outline by David Hersey on having a right relationship with God.

INTRODUCTION:

1. In discussing “the fruit of the Spirit” – the nine graces listed in Galatians 5:22-23 are often divided into three groups:

1) The first group contains those graces which turns one’s thought toward God…

a. Love (for love is of God)

b. Joy (for we rejoice in the Lord)

c. Peace (for from God comes the peace that surpasses understanding)

In this lesson we will study the woman who’s faith made her whole considering her: 1) Condition, 2) Cure, 3) Closure. Each person will be able to understand what it means to have a living and active faith from this woman’s example.

Introduction: Read John 6:26 1. There is great folly in seeking from Jesus what He does not offer. 1) Vindication of your false doctrine. 2) Health and wealth, name it and claim it. 3) Gentle Jesus, meek and mild, non-judgmental, even “gay” Jesus, etc. 2. Jesus came with a particular purpose in mind, Luke 19:10 […]

Way of Cain Sermon — Sermon outline on the sins of Cain by Tom Moore.

PROPOSITION: To set forth the assurance of salvation. OBJECTIVE: That we have assurance of salvation. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Colossians 2:2-3. 2. Regarding the text: 1) Calvinism is one of the most destructive doctrines in the entire world. 2) TULIP. 3) “All sins, past, present and future are forgiven.” 4) “Once saved, always saved.” 5) Calvinism, […]

SUBJECT: Salvation

TITLE: The Balm of Gilead/The Great Physician

PROPOSITION: To study together the problems of the sin sick soul and how these problems are met and eliminated.

OBJECTIVE: To help everyone apply the prescription given by the Great Physician to our problems.

INTRODUCTION: There is a balm in Gilead.

1. Read: Jeremiah 8:18-22

A Christian is a person who 1) Believes Christ, 2) Obeys Christ, 3) Is Faithful to Christ. Each person should understand that it isn’t enough to claim to be a Christian, one must live that way.

The beauty of Jesus can be seen in my devotion when I have His peace in my life. He said, “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid” (John 14:27).

SUBJECT: Parables

TITLE: The Widow and the Unjust Judge

PROPOSITION: To set forth an exposition of the parable Jesus told of “the widow and the unjust judge.”

OBJECTIVE: To encourage us to pray to God, with importunity, and never faint.

In this lesson we will focus on the king and his 1) Priorities, 2) Person, and 3) Promises as we study through Colossians 3:1-4. Each hearer should understand what Colossians 3:1-4 teaches and how it relates to focusing on Christ the King

INTRODUCTION

1. Those who are influenced and directed by the sword of the Spirit will produce “the fruit of the Spirit” in their lives … Galatians 5:22-23

1) We noted in our previous study that there is not a plurality of fruits, but one fruit

2) Yes, only one fruit that is made up of several interrelated graces or virtues, all of which will be manifested if one is truly walking in the Spirit

INTRODUCTION:

A. Sin, is a word we are all familiar with, or, are we?

1. Sin comes from hamartia and literally means “to miss the mark” – it is the idea of an archer missing the target

2. Sin, though it is a small word, is a very terrible word

3. Sin is terrible because it separates man from God

a. Isaiah 59:1-2

b. Consider also – 1 John 1:6

B. Many in the religious world today try to talk as little about sin as they think they can get away with.

Date written: September 1st, 2007 Scripture ref: Acts 8:26-40 SUBJECT: Salvation TITLE: Accounts of Conversion – The Ethiopian Eunuch PROPOSITION: From this account of conversion we learn the following great truths 1) God wants people, 2) God uses preachers, 3) God’s proposal is Jesus, 4) God’s plan includes baptism, 5) God’s plan produces joy. OBJECTIVE: […]

INTRODUCTION: Read Philippians 3:4-11

A. Many businesses issue periodic profit-and-loss statements

1. Profit and losses are listed to show whether or not a company made money

2. Jewish rabbis used this kind of accountant terminology to compare what was important and what was not

3. Jesus used a similar approach, Matthew 16:26

B. In our text of study Paul included his own profit-and-loss statement, Philippians 3:7-8

C. As we investigate the text before us, we will see what mattered to Paul and what did not.

D. Each of need to ask, “What is truly important to me?”

Are You On The Right Way?

Matthew 7:13-14

INTRODUCTION:

A. Everyone is on a spiritual journey as they travel through life

1. Whether religious or not, we travel a spiritual path

2. Every day we make choices that affects the direction in which we are headed

SUBJECT: False Religion

TITLE: When Religion Has No Authority

PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will study Judges 17-19 and draw appropriate lessons.

Objectives: Each ought to be able to explain how a lack of respect for God’s authority leads to false religious practices.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Judges 2:10-19

Bible Text: Matthew 7:7-11

INTRODUCTION:

A. Why do some people…

1. Succeed in having their prayers answered?

2. Have a greater understanding of the Bible?

3. Reach more souls for Christ?

4. Is it skill, genius, or luck?

Date written: December 19th, 2004 Scripture ref: Revelation 2:8-11 SUBJECT: Church History TITLE: Asian Churches – Smyrna PROPOSITION: In the letter to the church at Symrna, we have Jesus’: 1) Description 2) Knowledge, 3) Prophecy, 4) Command. OBJECTIVES: AIM: INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Revelation 2:8-11 2. About the city of Smyrna 1) It is located about […]