INTRODUCTION:

A. In our series on “sin” we have so far discussed: The Origin of Sin – What Sin Is – Kinds of Sin – What Sin Will Do To You

B. In the lesson of this hour we will be discussing “Improper Attitudes Toward Sin”

1. This is an important study because attitudes determine our actions

2. Proverbs 4:23

a. The “heart” (the mind) is from where all our actions originate

b. If we obey God, it is because we have a mind of obedience, by way of illustration … “a mind to work” (Neh. 4:6)

c. The attitude that we hold toward sin will greatly influence us in regard to how we react to the sin in our lives and in the lives of others

Sermon on Self-Esteem – Sermon outline by Tom Moore on spiritual growth as it is affected by self-esteem.

INTRODUCTION:Acts 9:31

A. The growth of the first century church was both spectacular and constant

1. Acts 2:41, 47

2. Acts 4:4

3. Acts 5:14

4. Acts 6:1, 7

B. What caused this tremendous growth?

1. I am sure there were many factors, probably some that we have no way of knowing of today.

INTRODUCTION:

1. We have all had the experience of missing something.

1) When we miss something we feel frustrated and/or mad

2) But, usually, we handle it pretty well…

a. If we miss the bus, we catch another one.

b. If we miss an appointment, we make another one.

c. If we miss a visitor, we go see him.

d. If we miss a phone call, they’ll probably call back.

Subject: Family

Title: The Bonds of Christian Family

Proposition: As Christians, we are bonded together as family because: 1) we have the same birth, 2) we have the same worth, 3) we have the same Father.

Objectives: Each hearer should be able to understand the bonds that tie us together as a Christian family.

Aim: To strengthen the bond between us as a Christian family.

SUBJECT: Character

TITLE: The Faithful Christian Man

PROPOSITION: To study the qualities of a faithful Christian man in the church, as a husband and as a father.

OBJECTIVE: To help all recognize the responsibilities that God has given to men, to help each man endeavor to carry out those responsibilities faithfully, and to help each woman realize the tremendous responsibilities men have so that they will be supportive.

INTRODUCTION:

1. In discussing “the fruit of the Spirit” – the nine graces listed in Galatians 5:22-23 are often divided into three groups:

1) The first group contains those graces which turns one’s thought toward God…

a. Love (for love is of God)

b. Joy (for we rejoice in the Lord)

c. Peace (for from God comes the peace that surpasses understanding)

SUBJECT: Salvation TITLE: “What Must I Do To Be Saved?” PROPOSITION: In this lesson we will study the question, “What must I do to be saved?” In the scriptures this question was asked three times and we will study each of these circumstances and the answer to the question in each of these circumstances understanding […]

SERMON ON RAHAB THE HARLOT Introduction: 1. The iniquity of the Amorites was full, Gen. 15:16. The sin of Canaan was akin to Sodom, preflood earth, Gen. 6:5. 2. Rahab lived in the midst of such a situation. 1) She worshipped a false God. 2) She sold her body for her living. 3) She knew […]

INTRODUCTION: 2 Peter 2

A. Many passages speak of the existence of false teachers, but none is any more specific than that of 2 Peter 2.

B. This chapter provides positive proof that there has always been those who would pervert Bible truth

C. Five major ideas emerge from a study of this great chapter

DISCUSSION:

A. THE REALITY OF FALSE TEACHERS

1. 2 Peter 2:1

a. Notice the word “but” – draws a contrast

Sermon on the Wisdom of God — Sermon outline by Kevin Cauley on the wisdom of God or the wisdom of Man.

SUBJECT: Resurrection

TITLE: The Power of the Resurrection

PROPOSITION: To be in the image of Christ’s resurrection is to experience the power of the resurrection: 1) The power of change, 2) The power of victory, 3) The power of hope.

OBJECTIVES: To motivate all to do whatever it takes to attain to the resurrection of the dead.

Sermon on the New Birth THE SIGNIFICANCE OF BEING A CHRISTIAN #1 “A PERSON REBORN” INTRODUCTION: A. When it comes right down to it, what does it really mean to be a Christian? 1. There are many different views in our world today 2. But, of course, the Bible view is the only correct view

INTRODUCTION:

A. The Song – “God’s Family”
We’re part of a family that’s been born again;
Part of a family whose love knows no end;
For Jesus has saved us, and made us His own,
Now we’re part of a family that’s on its way home
When a brother meets sorrow we all feel his grief;
When he’s passed thru the valley we all feel relief;
Together in sunshine, together in rain,

INTRODUCTION:

A. Churches of Christ are experiencing shock and heartache all over America as they are being torn asunder by those who wish to restructure the church

1. The church is under siege from within

2. Many, if not most, of our Christian colleges are promoting this restructuring

3. Many of our liberal brethren insist that change is absolutely necessary if the church is to remain “relevant” to society & “appealing” to human culture

B. Jude 3

SUBJECT: Salvation

TITLE: Raising Our Ebenezer

PROPOSITION: We raise our Ebenezer when 1) we depend upon God in difficult times, 2) acknowledge God’s help in prayer, 3) remember God’s help in our salvation.

Objectives: That each understand God’s role of help in our lives both physically and spiritually.

PROPOSITION: To set forth real liberty. OBJECTIVE: To help us be free. INTRODUCTION: 1. Read: Galatians 4:28-5:1. 2. Regarding the text: 1) Context of slavery: Hagar and Ishmael. 2) Specific application to the Old Testament. 3) Birthright determines freedom or slavery, not race or national origin. 4) Religious application: a. Is religion per se freedom? […]

INTRODUCTION:

A. The trial and crucifixion of Jesus the Christ are the greatest miscarriages of justice in all the annals of history

1. In less than twelve hours, just before His crucifixion, Jesus the Christ was put through a series of proceedings that give the term “railroad” a whole new meaning.

2. First before Jewish officials, then before Roman authorities, Jesus was hauled before illegal assemblies, falsely accused, subjected to verbal and physical abuse, and finally sentenced to death by a spineless politician who had pronounced Him not guilty at least three (probably four) times and repeatedly stated his intentions to release Him.

B. Not only did these trials violate the […]

Scripture ref: 1 John 4:1

SUBJECT: Mormon Doctrine

TITLE: Mormonism

PROPOSITION: To set forth some of the doctrines of Mormonism and show how they are in conflict with the Bible.

OBJECTIVES:Everyone should understand a few things about this false religion.

AIM:To teach a few things with which to be able to study and refute Mormon doctrine.

INTRODUCTION:

1. Read: 1 John 4:1

Scripture ref: Matthew 28:18-20 SUBJECT: Church TITLE: The Mission of the Church PROPOSITION: To set forth the mission of the church: 1) That this mission must reflect the mission of Jesus–to seek and to save the lost; 2) That it is a mission of evangelism; 3) That it is a mission of edification; 4) That […]