What is a Christian?
A Christian is a person who 1) Believes Christ, 2) Obeys Christ, 3) Is Faithful to Christ. Each person should understand that it isn’t enough to claim to be a Christian, one must live that way.
Tag: Discipleship
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The Strait and Narrow Way
The strait and narrow way is 1) the trail that Jesus blazed, 2) the trail that once begun, must be followed, 3) the trail that does not change, 4) the trail that brings reward. Each would understand the commitment necessary to walk the strait and narrow way.
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The Extreme Jesus
In this lesson we will examine the Extreme Jesus. When we look at the Extreme Jesus, we find 1) Extreme measure to deal with sin, 2) Extreme dedication required of his disciples, 3) Extreme righteousness, and 4) Extreme love. The objective is that each individual Christian would get to know the extreme Jesus in their life.
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“Live for Jesus” – A Song Sermon
To live for Jesus means 1) Being an All-In Disciple, 2) Having an Amazing Destiny, 3) Following Jesus All Day. We will learn from the lyrics of this great song and the Bible what it means to live for Jesus.
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“Footprints of Jesus”
The footprints of Jesus lead us to 1) Hearing, 2) Helping, 3) Hills and 4) Heaven. This lesson is designed to encourage one another to follow Jesus in our everyday life and get to heaven.
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Conversion Accounts – Ethiopian Nobleman
In this lesson we will study the conversion of the Ethiopian Nobleman: 1) God Wants People, 2) God Uses Preachers, 3) God’s Proposal is Jesus, 4) God’s Plan Includes Baptism, 5) God’s Plan Produces Joy. In this lesson, we will do an expository study of Acts 8:26-40 and make application.
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“He Must Increase, I Must Decrease”
Why do we do this? Because this is the mind of Christ. He was the only one who practiced perfect humility. Lifting Him up means bringing us low.
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How Does Jesus Talk About Himself?
In this lesson, we will look at four statements Jesus makes about Himself and what they say about Jesus and His ministry. As those who are seeking to imitate Jesus, we should adopt these attitudes in our lives.
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What Jesus Did Not Do – A Lesson on the Divinity of Jesus
In this lesson, we will look at what Jesus did not do that most people would have done given the same circumstances. The listener should understand that Jesus was extraordinary in His behavior. We will conclude that Jesus was divine.
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The Conversion of Saul of Tarsus
In the conversion of Saul we see 1) Confrontation, 2) Contrition, 3) Concern, and 4) Conversion. The objective of this study is to understand the conversion of Saul so that we may explain it to others. Saul's conversion serves as a model for everyone's conversion.
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Did Jesus Come to Bring Peace or a Sword?
The section of scripture with which we are concerned falls within the sundry warnings that Jesus is giving to his disciples regarding the lost sheep of the house of Israel. Jesus words to them are basically this. Don't expect that you will receive a warm welcome out of the unfaithful. When you preach the gospel, people are going to become your enemies. In this sense, Jesus' came to bring a sword. The warning of Micah describing the unfaithful holds true here. Even among families, there will be division. This is the typical response of the unfaithful.
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What Does It Mean to be a Disciple of Jesus?
Being a disciple of Jesus means being committed to Jesus and His values by 1) listening and following Jesus as my spiritual leader, 2) participating in the church, Jesus’ instrument to address concerns in the world, and 3) caring about other people in both physical and spiritual ways. The listener should be able to understand and relate what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. This sermon is designed to develop a deeper sense of commitment to Jesus and His values.
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“Lord, Teach Us To Pray” (Part 1)
“How is your prayer life?” is a question that many would just rather not answer.
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Jesus Desired Baptism
Let’s follow Jesus and not the opinions of men.
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The Great Commission and Evangelism
Evangelism and the great commission (Matthew 28:18-20): 1) The Plan of Salvation, 2) Its Scope, 3) Its People, 4) Its Results. Each person should give a brief synopsis.
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How Long did the Seventy-Two of Luke 10 Keep Their Gifts?
Jesus gave the seventy-two power over demons for their mission (Luke 10), but told them to rejoice that their names are written in heaven. That is our emphasis too.
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The Kingdom of Heaven is at Hand
"The kingdom of heaven is at hand" (Matthew 4:17): 1) Its Meaning to First-Century Jews, 2) Jesus' Meaning, 3) Its Meaning Today. Each person should apply it to life.
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Enlisting Others – Leadership
Leaders must enlist others (Acts 6:1-7). Effective enlisting needs 1) A Need, 2) Purpose, 3) Clear Direction, 4) A Bright Future. Each person should learn from these.
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Why do People Think One Church is Different Than Another?
There is one body, the church (Ephesians 4:4-6). Not all churches follow Christ's teaching. We must be diligent to find the church that follows Jesus as its head.
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God’s Bridge to the Lost
The church is God's bridge to the lost (1 Timothy 3:15): 1) God Speaks Through It, 2) It Is the Pillar of Truth, 3) It Represents Christ. Each person should reach others.
