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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. In 2 Kings 18:1, a man by the name of Hezekiah became the 13th king of Judah.
1. Of his reign we are told – 2 Kings 18:3
2. Hezekiah was a great king, but he displayed weakness of character when the king of Babylon sent messengers…
a. These messengers came to congratulate Hezekiah upon his recovery from a very serious illness.
b. Hezekiah seems to have the idea that he must convince the king of Babylon, through his messengers, that he was indeed a mighty king.
TITLE: Asian Churches – Sardis SUBJECT: Church PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at the church in Sardis. OBJECTIVE: Each should be familiar with the description of the church at Sardis. AIM: To teach the lessons of the church at Sardis. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Revelation 3:1-6 2. About the Text: 1) Sardis is the […]
Introduction: Matt. 5:8
1. The idea of purity is ridiculed.
1) “self-righteous”
2) “old fashioned”
3) “repressed”
4) “impossible”
2. The world says:
1) Look up to those of the world, “worldly,” “been around,” “street wise.”
2) Pursuing pleasure and convenience is lauded.
3) Filth is IN – music videos, books, movies, magazines. Filth sells.
3. Jesus replies, “Blessed are the pure in heart…”
INTRODUCTION:
A. When Jesus spoke about “Responding To Evil”, He laid down two principles:
1. Do not resist an evil person (Mt. 5:39a)
2. Respond to evil by doing good (Mt. 5:39b-42)
SUBJECT: Passage Study, Miracles, Faith, Correct Standards
TITLE: Lessons from the Feeding of the 5000
PROPOSITION: From the story of the feeding of the 5000 we learn about 1) The Ministry of Jesus, 2) The Methods of Man, 3) The Miracle of Feeding.
Objectives: That each would understand the feeding of the 5000 and the lesson that it teaches.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Mark 6:35-44
INTRODUCTION: Read Matthew 22:1-14
A. Jesus the Master Teacher taught often in parables.
1. The word parable is derived from a Greek word signifying to compare together, and denotes a similitude taken from a natural object to illustrate a spiritual or moral subject.
2. It is a narrative of some fictitious or real event, in order to illustrate more clearly some truth that the speaker wished to communicate.
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. God has always honored those who were willing to go against all odds, or render an extraordinary service. 1. The name Moses is a household word for millions still today, but the name Pharaoh who opposed him is a matter of much speculation, even among scholars (Exodus 5:1-2) 2. We know well Elijah […]
Date written: August 18th, 2007 Scripture ref: Exodus 20:8-11 SUBJECT: Ten Commandments TITLE: “Remember the Sabbath” PROPOSITION: As we study the fourth commandment let us consider 1) The Rule, 2) The Rationale, 3) The Relevance. Objectives: That we will become more familiar with the ten commandments and that we will understand the meaning of the […]
Sermon on John 3:16. A textual study of John 3:16 noticing God’s grace as it reveals itself through his motivation, method, message, and mission. SUBJECT: Theology: Soteriology TITLE: God’s Grace as Shown by John 3:16 PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will do a textual study of John 3:16 noticing God’s grace as it reveals itself […]
Sermon on False Teachers — Sermon outline by Tom Moore from Jude 8-10 on false teachers and false teaching.
Introduction: Psalm 119:11
1. For 176 vss. the psalmist writes powerfully regarding the word of God.
2. He begins with a blessing to all who walk in the Law, v. 1.
3. He ends with expressions of longing for salvation according to the law, the commandments.
4. The word of God is lifted high in prestige and importance for the child of God.
5. Our text highlights the importance of the word applied to the heart.
INTRODUCTION:
A. As mentioned in the previous lessons, there are things in life that we cannot avoid
1. Death
2. Governments/taxation
3. These contribute much to the “vanity” of “life under the sun”
INTRODUCTION:
A. Patriots are people who passionately love their country and are willing to support and defend it with their very live
1. The word “patriot” awakens memories of great heroes from America’s military history
2. “Give me liberty, or give me death” (Patrick Henry)
3. “I only regret that I have only one life to lose for my country” (Nathan Hale)
B. The same kind of devotion can be seen in the lives of the first century Christians
1. Peter and John were beaten for preaching Jesus — but never shied away from their responsibilities
Sermon on Humility Date written: October 27th, 2007 Scripture ref: Matthew 20:17-34 SUBJECT: Humility TITLE: Taking the Road to Jerusalem PROPOSITION: On the road to Jerusalem we find 1) A Prediction of Condemnation, 2) Preparation of Conduct 3) A Providing of Compassion. Objectives: That each would understand and apply the lessons Christ teaches in humility […]
(Matthew 21:28-32)
INTRODUCTION:
A. The Background of the Parable
1. The background to this parable is to be found in Matthew 21:23-27
2. Jesus had previously in this chapter entered triumphantly into Jerusalem – with great joy of the crowd, He had run the moneychangers out of the temple, and He had denounced the fig tree so that it withered.
3. The chief priests and the elders of the people wanted to know by what authority He was doing these things.
Date written: June 30th, 2007
Scripture ref: Exodus 20:1-17
SUBJECT: Ten Commandments
TITLE: The Third Commandment – The Lord’s Name
PROPOSITION: In this lesson on the Ten Commandments, we’ll look at #3, taking the Lord’s name in vain. We will notice the 1) content of the command and 2) the consequence of the command.
Objectives: That each would be familiar with the Ten Commandments so that we can understand them and respect them as they have application under the New Covenant.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Exodus 20:1-17
Judge not, that ye be not judged – Sermon outline by Tom Moore from Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:1-6. Sermon from the sermon on the mount.
Introduction:
1. The world says, “Blessed are the merciless.”
1) Merciless rewarded with power, fame, money.
2) Merciless win elections, power.
3) In the business world being without mercy is “only business.”