INTRODUCTION: Matthew 5:4
A. We are studying the Sermon on the Mount
1. The greatest single collection of the thoughts and teachings of Jesus
2. Our Lord begins with what we know as the beatitudes, which shows us some important things about faith:
a. The beginning of faith
b. The growth or development of faith
c. The maturing of faith
d. The proving or testing of faith
INTRODUCTION:
A. The crucifixion of our Lord took place at a location known as “The Place of the Skull”- Greek, Hebrew, Latin
B. Crucifixion was probably the most horrible form of capital punishment ever devised by man. It appears to have originated with the Persians (c. 522 B.C.).
1. Later, it was employed by the Greeks. Following the destruction of Tyre, Alexander the Great crucified 2,000 men of military age.
2. The Jews even used crucifixion on occasion. In the inter-biblical age, Alexander Jannaeus (103-76 B.C.) crucified 800 Pharisees who had been involved in a revolt.
3. But the Romans were most noted for the practice. In 71 B.C., following a slave revolt in Rome, 6,000 recaptured slaves were crucified on the Appian Way leading to the city
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:
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:
A. Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
B. Our age tends to blur distinctions and throw everything into a “gray area” – but in the Scriptures matters are more clear-cut.
C. In the world there are good people and there are bad people: those who lovingly obey their God and those who stubbornly reject Him
1. Romans 2:5-10
a. Two destinies await […]
Introduction: Read Rom. 6:23. 1. No harsher reminder in scripture of the effects of sin. Two things to think about… 1) We are owed death. 2) It is our own sin for which we will receive these hideous wages. 2. In contrast Paul reveals another reality, an additional factor. 1) God has a gift for […]
SUBJECT: Premillennial Doctrine TITLE: The Five Main Doctrines of Premillennialism PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at the five main doctrines of premillennialism to get a brief overview of what this false doctrine teaches. These doctrines are: 1) Prophecy Unfulfilled, 2) Rejection of the Messiah by the Jews, 3) Imperfection of the Church, 4) […]
Sermon on Mothers Introduction: 1. From before the creation God designed a position for the populating of the planet and for the care of youth. 2. He entrusted this pivotal position to woman, to mothers. 3. Because of the obvious importance of the position we direct our attention to it. 1) It is a position […]
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. 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
Date written: June 18th, 2005 Scripture ref: Colossians 1:9-11 SUBJECT: Work of the Church TITLE: To The Work PROPOSITION: The elders have set a work before us. How ought we to look at this new work? Objectives: That each would be motivated to get involved and stay involved in this new work. Aim: To encourage […]
INTRODUCTION:
1. Open your bible please to Colossians 1:20-23.
2. In Colossians 1:20-23 Paul uses the word “reconciliation” which refers to man being made friends with God and being at peace with God when an individual obeys what will allow the blood of Jesus to cleanse their sins.
3. In this lesson we’ll discuss the things that Paul teaches us about being reconciled to God.
“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. […]
SUBJECT: Love, God
TITLE: God’s Love for Man
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will discuss how God has shown his love for man. He has shown that love through 1) the creation, 2) the written word, 3) legislation of morality, 4) his plan for man’s salvation, and 5) the promise of eternal life.
Objectives: Each should understand how God has shown his love to man.
Aim: To teach how God has shown His love for man; that love is not merely emotionalism.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: John 3:12-16
Date written: July 10th, 2005 Scripture ref: Job 37:19 SUBJECT: God, Prayer, Worship TITLE: What Can We Say to God? PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will answer the question, “What can we say to God?” Objectives: That each would know what they can say to God. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Job 37:19 2. About the Text: […]
INTRODUCTION: 1 Samuel 15:1-31
A. In 1 Samuel 8 we find an incident that forever changed Israel’s course – and it was a change for the worse.
1. 1 Samuel 8:1-7
a. They rejected God as their King and wanted to be like the nations around them.
b. They were warned of the results of this kind of rebellion… 1 Samuel 8:18-19
2. Saul was the people’s choice to be their first king
a. Saul’s reign was filled with one indiscretion after another
1. At this moment, around the world, people have stopped to remember a babe in a manger. 2. This is the most popular aspect of Jesus. People love the BITM. The babe that people love issues no commands, makes no judgments, calls for no repentance, causes no controversy, This one aspect has been ripped from […]
Date written: April 28th, 2004 Scripture ref: Matthew 7:15-20 SUBJECT: False Religion/Doctrine TITLE: Beliefs of Islam PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will briefly notice what Muslims believe about key areas of religious thought, namely, what they believe about Jesus, the Bible, Peace and War, and Heaven. OBJECTIVE: Each hearer should know that the Islamic religion […]
Date written: September 4th, 2002 Scripture ref: Job 1:8-12 SUBJECT: Apologetics TITLE: September 11th and The Problem of Evil PROPOSITION: To discuss the problem of evil as it relates to the existence of God. OBJECTIVES: Each hearer should be able to understand why evil exists in the world, how the problem of evil does not […]
Sermon on the Compassion of Jesus– Sermon outline by Tom Moore showing the compassion of Christ as an example to us today.