SUBJECT: Salvation TITLE: ALL THE WORDS OF THIS LIFE PROPOSITION: To set forth some things Peter understood when he heard, “all the words of this life.” OBJECTIVE: That we know this life, partake of it and share it. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Acts 5:20. 2. Regarding the text: 1) Ananias and Sapphire just punished by God. […]
INTRODUCTION: Read Mark 16:16
1. Divisions exist because of the passage.
2. Did Jesus teach that baptism is necessary for salvation?
3. What, after all, does “baptized” mean?
4. Is the baptism that saves Holy Spirit baptism as many believe?
1. A situation arose at a joyful event that could have totally ruined it. (Reputations destroyed, scandal, tears, headlines.)
2. The bridegroom and the ruler of the feast had no solution. The concern and knowledge of Mary turned a disaster into a legendary event.
3. There are principles in this story that need to be noted and taken to heart.
To have Christian Joy in our lives we must think on things that are true! Each person should be able to use these lessons to modify their thinking so as to produce more joy in his/her life and to engender Christian cognitive abilities in each person’s heart.
Sermon outline by Tom Moore. We are warned by the negative example of Cain that we have a responsibility toward those around us. We are indeed our brothers’ keeper.
Scripture ref: 1 John 4:1
SUBJECT: False Doctrine
Type: Topical
TITLE: Catholicism Refuted (part 2)
PROPOSITION: To look at the brochure “Top Ten Questions Catholics Are Asked” and compare the answers to the Bible.
OBJECTIVES: Each hearer should be able to understand primary Catholic dogma and be able to refute it from the scriptures with the goal in mind of being able to teach our Catholic friends the truth of God’s word.
AIM:To show that Catholicism is a false religion so that those who are in it will repent.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: 1 John 4:1
Cunningly Devised Fables. Sermon outline on the evidentiary power of witnesses. Others would have us believe that the Gospel is cunningly devised fables. Peter and other witnesses say it is true. By G. E. Watkins. Introduction: 2 Pet. 1:16 1. Dan Brown’s Da Vinci Code is back in the news with the release of the […]
Introduction:
1. Our series on basics caused us to see the prophecy of the coming Christ — to be Ruler — King — Governor — Savior.
2. So many prophecies emphasized some aspect of a KING and His KINGDOM.
3. We now study in that area, as we proceed in our study.
I. As Jesus Began His Ministry:
A. His message: The kingdom is AT HAND” (Matt. 4:17).
B. John preceded Him with the same message (Matt. 3:2). “At hand” signified “nearness.”
Date written: May 14th, 2003
Bible Text: Matthew 6:33
SUBJECT: Attitudes
TITLE: “Seek Ye First” (Part 2)
PROPOSITION: In this lesson, we will study Matthew 6:33. Matthew 6:33 contains a 1) Principle, 2) People, 3) Priority, 4) Place, 5) Pattern, 6) Promise.
Objectives: Each listener should be able to break down this verse and explain what it truly means to someone else.
Aim: To help all have a deep understanding of this wonderful scripture.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Matthew 6:33 – But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you.
INTRODUCTION:
A. Illustration: “I heard a story of a man who would give his son a nickel if he would go to bed without supper. Then, in the middle of the night, he would sneak in and steal the nickel from his son. The next morning he would scold his son for losing the nickel and make him go to school without any breakfast. — I thought he must have been the meanest dad in the world”
1. We hear a lot about mean people these days, from serial killers to parents who actually kill their own children.
2. But what about in the Lord’s church? If you were asked to cast your vote for the meanest member in the church, for whom would you cast your vote? (ok. ok… besides the preacher)!
SUBJECT: Giving as Worship
TITLE: Worship – Part 6 – Giving as Worship
PROPOSITION: To set forth four principles for giving that will help us understand better our giving in worship to God and will help us to understand how to give. These principles are: 1) The Principle of Grace–God gives to His creation; 2) The Principle of Gratitude–We should give from a thankful heart; 3) The Principle of Generosity–We must first give of ourselves; 4) The Principle of Egression–If we fail to give, we will lose what we already have.
OBJECTIVE: Each hearer should be able to state these basic principles of giving and how they relate to their life and worship.
AIM: I hope to encourage the brethren to examine their own giving and see if they can enhance their worship of God by giving Him more from their life.
INTRODUCTION:
SUBJECT: Jesus, Evangelism, Invitation, Salvation
TITLE: “Who At The Door Is Standing?”
PROPOSITION: To answer the question, “Who at the door is standing?” 1) Jesus is standing at the door. 2) The world is standing at the door. 3) You are standing at the door.
OBJECTIVES: Each hearer should be able to state who is standing at the door and for what reasons.
AIM: To help each understand their relationship to Jesus while he stands at the door.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Revelation 3:20-22.
Introduction: 1. Throughout Bible history God has chosen individuals to do His work. To perform His tasks. 2. When He does this He doesn’t ask for resumes. He doesn’t ask how prepared you think you are. He doesn’t care about perceived obstacles. 3. He just says to get it done. 4. If God has called […]
SUBJECT: Peace
TITLE: Christian Peace (Words of Encouragement Series)
PROPOSITION: Christ gives the Christian peace outwardly, inwardly, and upwardly.
OBJECTIVES: The hearer should be able to state the three main points regarding Christian Peace with supporting scripture.
AIM: To encourage the brethren by informing them of the great peace that is available to them in Christ and to encourage the unbeliever to want Christian peace.
INTRODUCTION:
INTRODUCTION:
A. Why are you a member of the church of Christ?
1. If you are not a member of the church of Christ, why are you a member of the religious organization that you are?
2. Is it because that was the one your Dad and Mom were members of?
3. Is it because that is the one closest to your home, or has the nicest building in town?
4. Is it because it because you think that one church is as good as another?
Date written: April 23rd, 2006
Scripture ref: 2 Kings 2:9-14
SUBJECT: Biography
TITLE: Lessons from the Life of Elisha
PROPOSITION: To review the life of Elisha and glean appropriate lessons.
OBJECTIVE: That each would be more familiar with the life of Elisha.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: 2 Kings 2:9-14
To manage conflict I need 1) Courage, 2) Forgiveness, 3) Fearing God, 4) Patience. Each will understand how to manage inevitable conflict according to God’s standards.
SUBJECT: Prayer
TITLE: Why does the Psalmist cry?
PROPOSITION: The Psalmist cries because of 1) Sickness and Suffering, 2) The Persecution of Evil Men, 3) His Sins and For His Forgiveness, 4) His Desire to Worship God.
OBJECTIVE: That we would each be like the Psalmist in deeply desiring God to hear our requests and answer them.
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?”
SUBJECT: Salvation
TITLE: Obtaining Sainthood
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will explore what it means to obtain sainthood.
OBJECTIVES: Each should understand and be able to explain what it means to obtain sainthood and be a saint.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Colossians 1:21-26