INTRODUCTION:
A. Hebrews 12:18-22, 27-28
1. Inspiration says:
a. You have not come to Mount Sinai (or to any other similar mountain), but you have come to Mount Zion
b. The “Mount Zion” is the Lord’s church
c. The church is a kingdom which cannot be shaken
2. “Cannot be moved” (shaken – ASV) is translated from asaleutos (asaleutos)
a. It means not liable to disorder or overthrow; firm, stable.
b. Luke 6:48
INTRODUCTION:
1. Open your bible please to Colossians 1:24-29.
2. In Colossians 1:24-29 Paul continues to amaze his readers when he speaks of rejoicing in his sufferings.
3. Most people think of many reasons to complain when they experience sufferings.
4. Paul, earlier in life had been beaten and stoned due to his faithfulness to Christ.
5. Paul, as he wrote the letter to those of Colossae was in prison in Rome.
6. Let’s discuss things that Paul says in Colossians 1:24-29 that help us to understand why Paul would rejoice in his sufferings.
SUBJECT: Unity
TITLE: Things That Unite – One Baptism
PROPOSITION: Baptism unites because 1) It is that which Jesus commanded. 2) It is that which the apostles practiced. 3) It is the point where the new man is created and we are placed into Christ’s body.
Objectives: That each would be able to learn and teach others regarding this critical point of unity.
Aim: That each would understand the uniting factors of baptism.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Ephesians 4:1-6
SUBJECT: Jesus
TITLE: “Man of Sorrows”
PROPOSITION: Why was Jesus a man of sorrows? Jesus was a man of sorrows because 1) though He was the Son of God, yet He chose to live as a servant, 2) though He proved his message to be true, many rejected it, 3) though He was innocent, yet He bore the sins of many.
OBJECTIVES: Each listener should be able to state why the prophet described Jesus as a “man of sorrows.”
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.
Date written: September 19th, 2003
Scripture ref: Numbers 20:22-29
SUBJECT: Biography
TITLE: Lessons from the Death of Aaron
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at the Bible account of the death of Aaron. Aaron’s death has a message for us today. We must learn these lessons. 1) God takes sin seriously. 2) We have a better high priest. 3) It is appointed to men once to die. 4) We should weep with those who weep. 5) God shows no partiality to men.
OBJECTIVES:To learn more about God and how he relates to man through the example that he provides for us in the death of Aaron.
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?
Introduction:
1. The work of the church involves 3 things:
1) Evangelism. Matthew 28:18-20; 2 Timothy 2:2
2) Benevolence. Gal. 6:10; James 1:27
3) Edification. Hebrews 10:24.
2. Many have placed the importance of benevolence and edification higher than they ought.
1) The main goal of many churches is to battle poverty and disease. Laudable in its place but was never the main goal of our Lord.
Sermon on Spiritual Growth – Sermon outline by Tom Moore listing goals for continued sustained spiritual growth.
SUBJECT: Bible
TITLE: The Bible Doctrine of Inspiration
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at the Bible doctrine of inspiration: the evidence for inspiration; the nature of inspiration; the function of inspiration; and the scope of inspiration; some misunderstandings of inspiration.
Objectives: The hearer should be able to: state some misunderstandings; state what inspiration is; understand the authority, function, and scope of inspiration.
1. Local bar advertised on a marquee, “Sin Night.” 1) The usual amount of drinking, carousing, and lusting wasn’t enough. 2) They needed an occasion to sin to entice more customers. 2. Our answer to this is… 1) Sadness – “terror of the Lord,” 2 Cor. 5:11. 2) Outrage – led astray, Matt. 18:6. 3) […]
Introduction:
1. In our series, we have noted Jesus’ church: The promise to build (Matt. 16:18), and its reality (Acts 2:47).
2. The church is the Lord’s body (Col. 1:18). He is its Head, and the Head regulates the body. We set forth the idea that the New Testament contains a church pattern.
I. The Scriptures Themselves Set Forth The Idea Of A Pattern.
A. All we know, authoritatively, of the church is found therein.
B. And, the Scriptures are inspired of God, to furnish us completely unto every good work (2 Tim. 3:16-17).
1. Obeying the gospel is a good work — an essential one (2 Thess. 1:7-9).
2. In obeying, the Lord adds one to the church (Acts 2:47).
Joshua 22 Sermon — Sermon Outline by Kevin Cauley from Joshua 22 on the building of the great altar.
INTRODUCTION:
A. It has been said, “Happiness is neither within us only, or without us; it is the union of ourselves with God.”
B. “It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness.”
C. These are some of the things that Solomon will be addressing in Ecclesiastes 6.
INTRODUCTION:
A. In our last lesson we noticed how we as God people are to be active in Christian service
1. We are obligated – it is our duty – Luke 17:10
2. We will be lost if we are not involved in good works – Matthew 7:21
B. Among the activities we are to be involved in is “together work” with other Christians
1. Our working together as a collective body is essential to the well-being of the church as a whole – and individually
2. We all need to understand the importance of this collective work
SERMON ON HEAVEN INTRODUCTION: Read Philippians 3:20, 21 1. Paul proclaims to the Philippians that they are not citizens of earth but of heaven. 2. They will be equipped to be citizens of that city. 3. The Savior is coming with the power to transform. 4. Words such as these have excited us for 2000 […]
SUBJECT: Youth
TITLE: In The Days of Thy Youth
PROPOSITION: In the days of thy youth, 1) learn what it means to be principled, 2) listen to your parents, 3) treasure every moment you have.
Objectives: To teach and encourage our youth to live lives of wisdom.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Ecclesiastes 12:1
2. About the Text:
1) It is good to remember God in our youth.
2) This sets the whole “tone” for our entire life.
3) Psalm 71:17 states, “O God, thou hast taught me from my youth; And hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works.”
Introduction: Read Luke 2:46-47 1. At age twelve Jesus had the opportunity to visit Jerusalem and the Temple at Passover. 2. He took this opportunity to spend three days at the Temple hearing the teachers and asking questions. 3. The text reveals that his hearers were astonished, which may reveal the reason why Jesus was […]
SUBJECT: Jesus
TITLE: “Jesus, The Loving Shepherd”
PROPOSITION: Jesus is the loving Shepherd because 1) He supplies all of our needs (providence), 2) He defends us from harm (protection), 3) He lays down his life for us (preservation).
OBJECTIVES: Each hearer should be able to state why Jesus is the loving Shepherd and give one scripture that supports their answer.
AIM: To encourage each to understand Jesus as the loving Shepherd.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Psalm 23
Date written: September 11th, 2004 Scripture ref: Ephesians 4:1-6 SUBJECT: Unity TITLE: Things That Unite – One Hope PROPOSITION: The Christian has one hope for 1) justification, 2) motivation, and 3) salvation. OBJECTIVES: Each should be able to state how hope unites. AIM: To teach about hope and encourage toward unity. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Ephesians […]