INTRODUCTION: Read Matthew 12:43-45
A. In Matthew 12:43-45 we will find Jesus describing the spiritual condition of the generation of His day
1. He had just described them as “evil and adulterous” (Matt. 12:38-39)
2. He also described how they would be condemned by the Ninevites and the Queen of Sheba in the Day of Judgment (Matt. 12:41-42)
SUBJECT: Attitudes
TITLE: Beatitudes – The Meek
PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will look at Matthew 5:5, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” We will answer the questions, 1) Who are the meek? 2) How shall they inherit the earth? And 3) What are some practical applications for this verse?
Objectives: Each should be able to answer these questions in their own study.
Aim: That each would understand more about meekness and the blessedness inherent in being meek.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Matthew 5:1-11
Sermon on The Ten Commandments Introduction: Read Exodus 20:3-17 1. To many, all that God desires is, “Keep the 10 Commandments.” 2. These have no concept of God’s differing dispensations, laws. 3. It is shocking to them to be told, “We’re not under that law.”
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.
(Matthew 6:5-15)
INTRODUCTION:
A. A wonderful privilege enjoyed by the children of God is prayer…
1. Through prayer we can receive mercy and grace to help in time of need – Hebrews 4:14-16
2. Through prayer we can find peace that guards our hearts and mind – Philippians 4:6-7
B. But the privilege of prayer assumes God will heed our prayers…
INTRODUCTION:
A. If a visitor from Mars were to visit an average congregation of Christians, having read the Sermon on the Mount on the way, he would perhaps be shocked by the contrast!
1. Our Lord has just called His first disciples, first showing them the nature of true discipleship (Matt. 5:3-16)
2. Now in Matthew 5:17-48, Jesus is teaching His disciples what true discipleship means
INTRODUCTION: Read 1 Corinthians 4:6
1. In dealing with the Corinthian brethren’s tendency to render judgment upon one another based on the wisdom of men Paul gives a basic principle that needs to be heeded today as much as ever.
2. The need for this principle is seen in the great division in the religious world today.
3. The principle implies this:
1) God’s written word is FINAL on any matter it teaches. John 17:17
2) The wisdom of man is insufficient. Jeremiah 10:23
4. To understand why we must not go beyond what is written we must understand:
1) The nature of what is written.
2) The effects of going beyond what is written.
3) The rewards of not going beyond what is written.
INTRODUCTION:
A. In Solomon’s effort to understand the “true meaning to life,” he sees that good times and bad times come to all, and this repeats itself in each coming generation.
1. This process repeats itself with such certainty that Solomon concludes – Ecclesiastes 3:15
2. The wise man will understand this, and prepare himself for the ups and downs in life
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 […]
Introduction: Hebrews 10:23-27
1. Hebrews 10:23-27 relates to Christian living, faithfulness.
2. In contrast we have holding fast, provoking to love and good works with wavering, forsaking, and sinning willfully.
I. Some General Principles Here, And In The Background.
A. Purpose of Hebrews: To charge those tempted to return to the law of Moses that they have nowhere to go!
SUBJECT: Parables
TITLE: The Talents
PROPOSITION: To set forth the parable of the talents with its lessons.
OBJECTIVE: To help each of us to use our talents.
INTRODUCTION:
1. Read: Matthew 25:14-30.
2. Regarding the text:
1) The New Testament does not designate this as a parable.
2) In verse one we understand that these things spoken refer to the kingdom of heaven.
INTRODUCTION: Matthew 5:6
A. People will do some strange things if they are hungry enough
1. It is not uncommon one to steal in order to eat
2. In a military survival course you are taught to eat bugs, worms, all kinds of plants, things that you would never eat if well fed
3. Stranded, starving survivors have even been known to eat each other in order to live
4. I once read of an elderly woman who choked to death trying to eat a piece of cardboard, since it was the only thing she had
5. 2 Kings 6:24-29
Introduction: 1 Cor. 10:13
1. What do we say to those who cry, “I don’t know if I can live the Christian life.”
1) They’ve seen others fold under temptations.
2) They’ve not been able to conquer certain habits.
2. Here the apostle Paul gives a promise from a faithful God. You can trust Him.
1) No uncommon temptations.
2) No temptation beyond your ability.
3) No temptation without a way of escape.
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.
Date written: November 4th, 2007 Scripture ref: Daniel 5:1-9 SUBJECT: Passage Study TITLE: Daniel Chapter Five – God’s Punishments PROPOSITION: In this lesson we’ll look at Daniel chapter five. We’ll notice from this chapter 1) The Folly of Feasting, 2) The Fault of Fouling Holy Things, 3) The Foolishness of False Idols, 4) The Failure […]
INTRODUCTION:
A. Illustration: WORKING TOGETHER
Two boys were riding a bicycle built for two and they came to a big steep hill. It took a great deal of struggle for the boys to complete what proved to be a very stiff climb. When they got to the top the boy in front turned to the other and said, “Man, that sure was a hard climb.” The boy in back replied, “Yes, and if I hadn’t kept the brakes on all the way we would certainly have rolled down backwards.”
1. I wonder how many of us have the brakes on with God?
2. I wonder how many of us are working against one another?
B. There are many things that keeps us from working together as we should, but what ever they are – they need to be resolved and/or worked through
INTRODUCTION: Matthew 5:5
A. We are studying the Sermon on the Mount
1. We have learned that the Beatitudes are all about faith
a. How faith begins (vs. 3-5)
b. How faith develops (v. 6)
c. How faith matures (vs. 7-9)
d. How faith is tested (vs. 10-12)
Sermon on the Tower of Babel — Sermon outline by Kevin Cauley on the account of the Tower of Babel.
INTRODUCTION: Philippians 4:8-9
A. To live the Christian life, one must think clearly and act correctly.
1. One who thinks without acting is like a hunter who aims his gun but never fires it
2. One who acts without thinking is like a hunter who fires his gun without aiming.
B. Both thinking and acting are addressed in our present text
Bible Text: Matthew 7:7-11
INTRODUCTION:
A. Why do some people…
1. Succeed in having their prayers answered?
2. Have a greater understanding of the Bible?
3. Reach more souls for Christ?
4. Is it skill, genius, or luck?