To have authentic Christianity, we must not change the gospel. Each person will understand that while some want to change the gospel, if we want to please God, we must not change the gospel.

INTRODUCTION: Isaiah 10:10-14

1. The Kingdom of Judah had trusted in its idols for protection.

2. Sennacherib points out that he had defeated all the kingdoms with greater idols than Judah.

1) He defeated Babylon and Egypt.

2) He defeated Syria and then Samaria.

Sermon – THE OMNIPRESENCE OF GOD (Jeremiah 23:23) INTRODUCTION: A. In the thirteenth year of Josiah, Jeremiah was called to his prophetic office in about 627 BC 1. His preaching was done during early Babylonian period, through the fall of Jerusalem (586 BC), and into the captivity. 2. The work of this great prophet was […]

INTRODUCTION: Philippians 4:1-3

A. I hope I will not shock you when I tell you that Christians – even good Christians – do not always get along.

1. Where is light there will be bugs. Where there are dogs there will be fleas.

2. Where there are humans, there will be misunderstandings and differences of opinion – even if those humans are Christians, even if they are good Christians

3. Acts 15:36-40

SUBJECT: Christian Sobriety TITLE: TRY YOUR OWN SELVES PROPOSITION: To set forth an exposition of 2 Corinthians 13:5. OBJECTIVE:That we try and prove our own Christianity. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: 2 Corinthians 13:5. 2. Regarding the text: 1) Second letter. 2) Third visit planned. 3) Severity, if needed will be meted out to impenitent offenders. 4) […]

INTRODUCTION:

1. We have all had the experience of missing something.

1) When we miss something we feel frustrated and/or mad

2) But, usually, we handle it pretty well…

a. If we miss the bus, we catch another one.

b. If we miss an appointment, we make another one.

c. If we miss a visitor, we go see him.

d. If we miss a phone call, they’ll probably call back.

PROPOSITION: To teach the necessity of hearing God’s Word in order to salvation.

OBJECTIVE: That the hearer might understand that it is necessary to hear God’s Word for salvation.

INTRODUCTION: Read Romans 10:17 and Hebrews 11:6

1. Romans 10:17 stresses that faith comes through hearing God’s Word.

2. Hebrews 11:6 notes that faith is necessary in coming to God.

3. Proposition is settled right here.

4. Subject is important to counteract so-called “spirituality” today.

Introduction: Luke 7:30

1. The Pharisees and Lawyers heard the counsel of God as the rest did.

2. He saw the confirmation as the rest did. Knew about John and Zacharias. Knew the prophecies.

3. Yet they rejected God’s counsel. Wouldn’t obey.

SUBJECT: Attitudes

TITLE: The Golden Rule

PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will examine the golden rule. It’s optimism; its reflection of God; its practical love toward other men; its proactive nature.

OBJECTIVES: Each hearer should have a better understanding of what the golden rule means and how to apply it.

AIM: To cause us to consider, reflect, and think more often about the golden rule.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Matthew 7:12

INTRODUCTION:

1. What can be more precious in the eyes of a father than his daughter?

1) Daughters are indeed a blessing from the Father.

2) They are a mirror of the beauty of the mother.

2. To watch a daughter grow is a rare privilege.

1) A father can have an effect on many generations through that daughter. “The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.”

2) She can bring you a lifetime of joy.

3. On the other hand…

1) She can make choices that may bring you and your house to utter ruin.

2) Many runaways run from good families.

3) If she makes the wrong choices she may ruin generation in the future. “The hand…”

INTRODUCTION:

1. Open your Bible please to Colossians 1:16-17.

2. In our earlier lesson we discussed Colossians 1:15-16b.

3. In this lesson we will discuss Colossians 1:16c-17.

1) In these verses the focus is still on Christ as Creator.

2) In addition to the emphasis of Christ being Creator, emphasis is also about Christ keeping the entire universe and everything within it functioning and orbiting properly.

3) Without the power and management of Christ everything would collide and there would be utter chaos.

4. Let’s go to Colossians 1:16c-17 and learn things that will impress us to remain in awe about Christ.

INTRODUCTION: 1 Corinthians 15:58

1. In light of the fact that we are to be motivated in the pursuit of pleasing God, we are provided with reasons to be motivated, both positive and negative.

2. One of the most effective things God has done for us is to provide examples of commitment in the Scriptures to motivate us.

INTRODUCTION:

A. In Solomon’s effort to understand the “true meaning to life,” he sees that good times and bad times come to all, and this repeats itself in each coming generation.

1. This process repeats itself with such certainty that Solomon concludes – Ecclesiastes 3:15

2. The wise man will understand this, and prepare himself for the ups and downs in life

PROPOSITION: This life of Noah sermon shows that Noah’s salvation mirrors our own salvation today in that Noah was saved 1) By Grace, 2) By Faith, 3) By Obedience, 4) From Destruction.

OBJECTIVES: Each person should be able to explain how Noah was saved.

AIM: All should understand that God worked in the days of Noah just as he does today. God’s principles are the save though his methods are different.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: Genesis 6:8-10

INTRODUCTION:

A. Romans 2:11-16

B. Now and then we hear of someone falling heir to some priceless treasure without having any concept of the importance or value of what he has, and then proceeding to be irresponsible in his custodianship of the thing.

C. Or, we may be in someone’s home who beams with pride as he shows off his expensive library of books — all of which are evidently unused! Acts 19:35

D. The people of Ephesus apparently were proud of their custodianship of the temple and the image of Diana.

E. The Jews were proud of their “custodianship” of the oracles of God.

1. Romans 3:1-2

2. Deuteronomy 4:5-8

3. Romans 9:4-5

4. The Jews did not do with the word of God what they should have … Romans 2:17-24

F. Do we have this same problem of seeing ourselves as “the custodians of the truth” without acceptance of the attendant responsibilities?

SUBJECT: Fellowship, Cooperation, Christian Conduct, Unity

TITLE: Principles of Personal Cooperation

PROPOSITION: We will look at several biblical principles that will help us in personally cooperating with one another, especially in difficult times.

Objectives: That each would understand and make application of how to better cooperate with those around us.

Aim: To help us all learn how to avoid personal problems with one another before they get started.

INTRODUCTION:

In this lesson we will answer the questions, 1) Why do we need a teacher? 2) Who is our Teacher and why is He our Teacher? 3) What are we to be taught? That each could explain why he needs to be taught, who needs to teach him, and what he is to learn that we would each understanding the role God has placed on teaching and that we would each desire to be taught.

Sermon on Tongue – Sermon outline by Kevin Cauley on the tongue. The obedient tongue will be a tongue that 1) speaks truth, 2) utters praise, 3) reflects good judgment, 4) edifies. SUBJECT: Character/Tongue TITLE: A Word Fitly Spoken PROPOSITION: To teach the things which the obedient tongue will utter before God–namely, it will be […]

PROPOSITION: To set forth the parable of the sower.

OBJECTIVE: That we obtain and maintain good and honest hearts.

INTRODUCTION: [ Beginning of this sermon on the parable of the sower. ]

INTRODUCTION:

A. We are keenly aware of the reality of death

1. I am sure that we have had friends and loved ones who have ceased to have life in the body.

2. Hebrews 9:27

B. The body is said to be “mortal” (Rom. 8:11)

1. The word “mortal” means that it is subject to death, or dying is in its nature.

2. However, such is not said concerning the soul … 2 Corinthians 4:16

3. Thus man has a dual nature — of body and soul