The Zeal of Thine House Hath Eaten Me Up!

Introduction: Read Psa. 69:7-12; John 2:13-25.

1. We understand in action what we cannot in abstract.

2. What was His level of dedication to His cause? Jesus began to answer that question here.

3. What does this say of His zeal for the house of God today?

DISCUSSION:

I. Jesus Willingly Went to the Cross for the House of God.

1. Heb. 12:2

2. Acts 20:38

3. Rom. 5:8

4. 1 John 2:1-2

5. Heb. 7:25

II. Jesus Is Our Example

1. 1 Pet. 2:20-25.

2. John 13:15.

3. Shall we safely hide our faith? John 12:42

4. Shall we bury our talents? Matt. 25:23-30

5. Or answer like David, “Is there not a cause?”

[Short sermon outline for a Wednesday night devotional.]