INTRODUCTION: A. For those who love to worry, current events continue to give them much opportunity. 1. When the atomic age began, many built fallout shelters in their back yards, convinced that a nuclear attack was eminent. 2. We “fought” the “cold war” for decades. 3. We continually develop newer and much more powerful weapons. […]
SUBJECT: Bible Study
TITLE: A Demonstration of Nobility
PROPOSITION: In this sermon, we will show that praise from God comes from proper conduct in regard to the word–its proving, and its possession.
OBJECTIVES: To help all have a sense of obligation toward engulfing and examining the scriptures.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Acts 17:11 “These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.”
SUBJECT: Holiness
TITLE: Following Holiness
PROPOSITION: To follow after holiness we need to 1) Follow After God, 2) Follow After Purity, 3) Follow After Distinctiveness.
Objectives: That each would know what it means to 1) follow after God, 2) follow after purity, and 3) follow after distinctiveness.
Aim: To encourage each to follow holiness so that one day we may all see God.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Hebrews 12:14
2. About the Text:
1) The book of Hebrews was written to encourage Hebrew Christians to be faithful to Christ.
Lord’s Supper Sermon SUBJECT: Worship TITLE: Reflections on the Lord’s Supper PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will examine the (1) theme the (2) thankfulness and the (3) thought involved in the Lord’s supper. OBJECTIVE: To help the brethren pray and think about the Lord’s supper. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29 “For I have received […]
SUBJECT: Jesus’ Parables:
PROPOSITION: To set forth an exposition of Jesus’ ten virgins parable found in Matthew 25:1-13.
OBJECTIVE: To help each of us be ready for Christ’s return and judgment.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Matthew 25:1-13.
INTRODUCTION:
A. Illustration
In the 1976 Summer Olympics, Shun Fujimoto competed in the team gymnastics competition for Japan. In a quest for the gold metal, Fujimoto suffered a broken right knee in the floor exercise. But this injury did not stop him, for during the next week he competed in his strongest event, the rings. His routine was excellent, but he astounded everyone by squarely dismounting with a triple somersault twist on a broken right knee. When asked concerning his feat, he said, “Yes, the pain shot through me like a knife. It brought tears to my eyes. But now I have the gold metal and the pain is gone.”
Introduction:
1. Acts 7:38, oracles are what Moses received.
2. Rom. 3:2, oracles of God are what was committed to the Jews.
3. Heb. 5:12, oracles contain 1st principles.
4. 1 Pet. 4:11 contains a limitation prescribed by God.
1) Direction must be direction of oracles.
2) Example must be example of oracles.
3) Speaking must be lined up with the oracles of God.
5. If we need a motto or rallying cry let this be it.
Discussion:
Introduction: Matt. 8:18-22
1. In your priority list, where is the will of Christ?
1) Above personal comfort?
2) Above even family?
2. Jesus makes it plain that one must follow him above all other considerations.
In the parable of the talents we see 1) Ability, 2) Responsibility, 3) Accountability. Each person should be able to understand the parable of the talents and how it relates to his/her life.
Introduction: Matt. 5:9 1. The world doesn’t agree. Those able to wage war, engender strive are rewarded. 1) The warlord, revolutionary, the thug, 2) The bully is rewarded. 3) These rewards come by force. 2. Jesus stands in stark opposition to this thought. He epitomizes the peacemaker. He teaches peace in a world of “might […]
Date written: February 14th, 2002 Scripture ref: 1 Corinthians 15:3,4 SUBJECT: Fundamentals Bible Class TITLE: The Resurrection of Christ PROPOSITION: In this lesson, I want to prove the historical fact of the resurrection of Christ. OBJECTIVES: The student should be able to understand the evidence and make the case for the resurrection of Christ. AIM: […]
Sermon on Naaman — Sermon outline by Kevin Cauley on the Naaman Bible story and his healing by Elijah of his leprosy. Salvation, obedience.
Date written: April 9th 2002
Scripture ref: Romans 7:24
SUBJECT: Fundamentals Bible Class
TITLE: The Need for a Savior
PROPOSITION: Man needs a savior because 1) Man has a sin problem, 2) Man cannot set his own terms of pardon, and 3) Man needs someone who can mediate before God on behalf of man.
OBJECTIVES: Each person should be able to teach others the problem of sin, the reason we can’t remedy this situation, and what it was that Jesus did to remedy this situation for us.
AIM: To help each person understand the role of the savior in God’s plan for man’s salvation.
SUBJECT: Sacrifice
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will discuss the meaning of sacrifice. In this lesson we will illustrate this meaning through three examples: 1) a poor person, 2) a preacher, and 3) a pilgrim.
OBJECTIVES:Each hearer should be able to understand and explain what it means to make sacrifices for the Lord.
AIM:I want every person to be renewed in spirit toward making the appropriate sacrifices in their life for the kingdom of God.
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
Date written: December 9th, 2005
Scripture ref: Proverbs 3:13-22
SUBJECT: Wisdom
TITLE: Irrefutable Facts of Life
PROPOSITION: To set forth some practical truths in life that will aid each of us in our daily walk as Christians.
Objectives: That each would understand these tried and true words of wisdom and apply them appropriately.
Aim: To supply these nuggets of wisdom to those who don’t have it and affirm it for those who do.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Proverbs 3:13-22
2. About the Text:
1) The proverb writer tells us several things about the one who gains wisdom.
Date written: January 1st, 2005 Scripture ref: Acts 17:24-28 SUBJECT: New Year TITLE: What will I make of the New Year? PROPOSITION: What will I make of the New Year? I will make it a year of 1) love, 2) service, 3) optimism. OBJECTIVES: Each should resolve to make this New Year a year of […]
“Is Not My Word Like Fire…” INTRODUCTION: A. Jeremiah 23:21-32 is found in a context speaking against the false prophet. 1. Verse 21 … God said that there were some prophets who He did not send, nor spoke to, and yet, they RAN to prophesy. a. More true prophets need to run to prophesy b. […]
Scripture ref: Joshua 1:1-9
SUBJECT: Bible Success
TITLE: Attitudes for Success
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we’ll note and study the attitudes that God wanted Joshua to have prior to his entering the land of Canaan. In essence God tells Joshua to do the following 1) Adopt Aplomb, 2) Avoid Anxiety, 3) Accept Assurance.
OBJECTIVE: That each would know God’s formula for spiritual success as it was given to Joshua and be able to apply these principles to our lives so that we may be successful in our Christian walk with God and in our life each day.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Joshua 1:1-9
There was a mighty king in a faraway land. He was an uncommonly good king. He was good to his people. One might even say that he sacrificed for their well-being. The citizens of that land bowed to the king and felt themselves fortunate to have such a good man to rule over them. It […]