Date written: October 15, 1994 Scripture ref: Hebrews 10:19-25 SUBJECT: Passage TITLE: The Rights and Responsibilities of the Redeemed PROPOSITION: To make a expository study of Hebrews 10:19-25 noting the rights of the redeemed Christian (confidence and counsel), and the responsibilities of a Christian (that he must come close, cleave, and consider). Objecive: To recognize […]
INTRODUCTION: Acts 9:31
1. The persecution that Saul was a part of wreaked havoc on the churches of Palestine.
2. The Jews waged war against the church that resulted in death or imprisonment for many. Acts 8:1-3; 9:1-2; 22:4, 19; 26:10, 11
3. One can well imagine the relief that came upon the churches when their greatest antagonist suddenly stopped his attack. 9:21; see also 9:2-6
4. Peace brings blessings, responsibilities, and lasting results.
Authority of the Bible — Sermon outline by Tom Moore explaining the authority of the word of God and the folly of refusing to obey it. I. Introduction A. We are living in a time when a great many people have little or no respect for authority. 1. Our jails are full of those who […]
INTRODUCTION
A. There are few in the religious world today who fail to realize the need for involvement in good works.
1. Jesus who is our example in all things (1 Peter 2:21), was declared to be one “who went about doing good” (Acts
10:38).
2. We know that we are to be involved in good works for this is a sign of Christian maturity.
3. Paul says that the man of God needs to be “perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works” (2 Timothy 3:17).
B. It is important that we not only understand the need to be involved in good works, but that they are to also be done by
the authority of Christ.
Sermon on Women’s Role Listen Date written: December 10th, 2006Scripture ref: Acts 17:4, 12 Women Who Worked for God SUBJECT: Work, Woman’s Role TITLE: Women Who Worked for God PROPOSITION: In this lesson we’ll look at different women that worked for God and think about their character in that work. OBJECTIVE: To encourage and motivate […]
Sermon on Faithfulness – Sermon outline by Kevin Cauley urging us to faithfulness according to the Bible pattern. From 1 Corinthians 15:58.
INTRODUCTION:
A. There are many today in the church who believe that sermons ought to be characterized more by positive presentation than by negative correction.
1. But, Jesus’ own sermons demonstrate otherwise.
2. Beginning in Matthew 5:17, Jesus begins a lengthy discourse directed against those religious leaders who were guilty of perverting Old Testament teaching.
B. The scribes and Pharisees were accusing Jesus of speaking evil of the Law of Moses, and that He came to destroy the law.
INTRODUCTION: Read Genesis 4:9
1. This question was raised in response to God’s earlier question.
2. The right kind of questions may cause us to think soberly.
DISCUSSION: (Discussion of this sermon on selfishness.)
INTRODUCTION: A. In previous lessons we have that noticed that I am a member of the church of Christ because: 1. It was founded by the scriptural builder – Christ 2. It was founded on THE scriptural foundation 3. It was founded at the scriptural place – Jerusalem 4. Christ is the founder of only […]
SUBJECT: Biography
TITLE: Lessons from the Life of Esther
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will note several lessons from the book of Esther.
OBJECTIVES: Each listener should be able to tell the story of Esther and explain how God cares for His people.
AIM: To help all understand that God cares for His people and provides for them in His own way.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Esther 2:5-9
SUBJECT: Unity in the Church
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at Ephesians 4:1-4 as this passage teaches the following: 1) The Prerequisites of unity. 2) The Principles of Unity 3) The Plan of Unity 4) The Purpose of Unity.
OBJECTIVES: Each hearer should be able to state what the basics of unity are from these verses.
AIM: To help each individual understand the importance of maintaining unity in the church.
INTRODUCTION: Read John 4:24
A. The worship of God in Spirit and in truth is a matter of great importance and great significance, as is clearly seen in God’s word.
1. Jesus taught on worship (John 4:19-26)
2. Paul, on Mars Hill, preached on worship (Acts 17:22-31)
3. The second recorded controversy between God and man was over worship (Gen. 4)
4. The word “worship” is found 119 times in the Bible
TITLE: The Christian Soldier
INTRODUCTION: Ephesians 6:10-20
A. A Christian’s efforts to live faithfully in this life is described in various terms throughout the New Testament:
1. As a walk and as running a race
2. But the one use most often is that of “warfare.”
B. One of the greatest texts on Spiritual warfare is found in Ephesians 6:10-20.
DISCUSSION:
TITLE: GOVERNMENT PROPOSITION: To set forth “government” in God’s design. OBJECTIVE:That we have the proper attitude toward and proper behavior regarding “government.” INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Romans 13:1-7. 2. Regarding the text: 1) There are, as far as this earth is concerned, “higher powers.” 2) There are, in fact, three great organizations created by God: a. […]
Sermon on Ascension of Jesus– Sermon outline by Tom Moore on the purpose and meaning of the ascension of Christ.
Date written: October 12th, 2007 Scripture ref: Exodus 20:1-17 SUBJECT: Morality, Ten Commandments TITLE: The Sixth Commandment – Thou Shalt Not Murder PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will study the sixth commandment, namely, 1) The verb in the commandment, 2) The vindication consequent to that verb, 3) the vitality of the command today, and 4) […]
I Am The Way The Truth And The Life – This sermon explores the meaning of Jesus’ statement, “I am the way the truth and the life” (John 14:6).
PROPOSITION: In this sermon we see an 1) unrealized cure, 2) unabashed command, 3) unjustified criticism, 4) unapologetic confirmation.
Objectives: That each would understand the events that occurred at the pool of Bethesda and learn the lessons of appropriate compassion and sinful apathy.
Aim: That each would have a better understanding of this event in the life of Christ.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: John 5:1-17
SUBJECT: Church, Conflicts, Peace, Unity
TITLE: Principles for Resolving Church Conflicts
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at six principles for resolving church conflicts as illustrated by a recent mission trip.
Objectives: That each member be informed regarding the mission trip and understand what was done to resolve conflicts and what lessons were learned.
Aim: To teach six fundamental principles for resolving church conflicts.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Romans 12:8 “If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.”
SUBJECT: Salvation
TITLE: Reconciliation (3)–“Be Ye Reconciled!”
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will study God’s plan for man’s reconciliation– What God has done, what man must do, and what man must continue to do to be reconciled to God.
OBJECTIVE: That all who are not reconciled to God in the hearing of this sermon will become reconciled to him.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: 2 Cor. 5:20 “Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ’s stead, be ye reconciled to God.”