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Sermon #35 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
sermon outline1. Guilt 2. Grief 3. Grace
sermon in a sentenceThe grief from our guilt reminds us of God's severe judgment, yet His
grace surpasses it, offering forgiveness, hope, and restoration to those who repent and trust
in Jesus Christ.
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Sermon #34 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Guilty Conscience 2. Gutsy Confrontation 3. Grievous Condemnation 4. Grim Consequences 5. Genuine Confession 6. Gracious Compassion
Sermon in a SentenceThe faithful proclamation of God’s Word emphasizes the seriousness of sin, the necessity of confession and repentance, and the abundant mercy and restoration God offers to those who sincerely seek forgiveness.
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Sermon #33 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Bethsheba is pregnant 2. Uriah is principled 3. David is pretentious
Sermon in a SentenceThe futility of trying to cover up our sin from the all-seeing God should compel us to confess and forsake it, so that it can be truly covered by the blood of Jesus.
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Sermon #32 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. He stayed 2. He stared 3. He sought 4. He seized 5. He stole
Sermon in a SentenceOur only hope, like David’s, is found in Jesus Christ, the true and better King, who came not to serve Himself by taking, but to sacrifice Himself to give life and forgiveness to those who turn to Him in faith.
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Sermon #31 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. A Gracious Gesture 2. A Rude Rejection 3. An Ominous Outcome
Sermon in a SentenceRejecting the King’s kindness will ultimately lead to tragic results.
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Sermon #30 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Why? 2. What? 3. So What?
Sermon in a SentenceGod’s kingdom is a kingdom of kindness extended to those who were once His enemies, but have now embraced Jesus Christ as their King.
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Sermon #29 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Rivals Eradicated 2. Riches Dedicated 3. Righteousness Administered
Sermon in a SentenceThrough His death and resurrection, Christ the King has conquered all His enemies and will reign over all nations with righteousness and justice to the ends of the earth; therefore, we must embrace His offer of grace and mercy and submit to Him, making Him Lord of our lives.
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Sermon #28 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Humble Praise 2. Hopeful Prayer
Sermon in a SentenceA joyful heart, amazed by the past blessings and future promises of the one true majestic God, will humbly worship Him, confidently approach Him, and zealously long for His glory to be revealed through the fulfillment of His Word.
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Sermon #27 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. David’s Concern 2. God’s Correction 3. God’s Covenant
Sermon in a SentenceOur Christian hope rests not in our inspiration to do great things for God but in His initiative to do something infinitely greater – securing our salvation through the reign of Jesus Christ, David’s Greater Son.
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Sermon #26 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Exuberant and Extravagant Devotion 2. Embittered and Empty Detachment
Sermon in a SentenceThose who grasp their salvation and blessings as God’s children will worship the Lord passionately and joyfully, while those unmoved by God’s grace will not.
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Sermon #25 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. A Failed First Attempt 2. A Successful Second Attempt
Sermon in a SentenceA casual and irreverent approach to God brings death, but a careful and reverent approach through His only prescribed means—His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ—brings blessing and joy.
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Sermon #24 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. A Kingdom Guaranteed by God’s Commitments 2. A Kingdom Guarded from David’s Compromises 3. A Kingdom Guided by God’s Commands
Sermon in a SentenceTrust in God, obey Him, and follow His direction because He keeps His promises, overcomes our failures, and directs the steps of His children.
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Sermon Outline1. An Argument Against Apathy 2. An Argument Against Accommodation 3. An Argument Against Ambivalence
Sermon in a SentenceGiven your complete dependence on God and all He has done for you through Christ, you must awaken to His authority, give Him your full allegiance, and abandon everything else to follow Him in faith and service.
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Sermon Outline1. By what authority were they listening to and what authority are we listening? 2. Were they being led to a different gospel and are you being led to a different gospel? 3. Are you taking the preaching of the gospel seriously? 4. Are you trying to please people or God?
Sermon in a SentenceA mature Christ Follower will listen to the authority of scripture, avoid being led by a twisting of the gospel, use the gospel as the measuring stick for the preaching of the gospel, and please God with their life as their ultimate goal.
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Sermon Outline1. Requested Response 2. Reasonable Righteousness 3. Resultant Renewal
Sermon in a SentenceIn response to God’s merciful salvation, Christians must engage in true worship, transforming their character and conduct away from worldly standards so that they live out God’s will for their lives.
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Father’s Day 2024
Sermon Outline1. The Problem 2. The Place 3. The Provision 4. The Picture
Sermon in a SentenceBecause God the Father gave His only begotten Son as a sacrifice for your sins, you must willingly surrender anything He asks, walk in daily obedience to His will, trust His promises, and embrace His eternal blessings.
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Sermon #4 from the Letter to the Dispersed Church series
Sermon Outline1. The Proposition 2. The Argument 3. The Conclusion
Sermon in a SentenceWhen the faith in our hearts is shown by the fruit of our lives, then we have a living faith that counts for the glory of God.
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Sermon Outline1. The Man 2. The Method 3. The Message 4. The Motivation
Sermon in a SentenceA healthy pastor shepherds God’s people following the model of the Good Shepherd in truth and love.
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Sermon #23 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Consolation 2. Contrition 3. Celebration
Sermon in a SentenceDo not doubt or resist Jesus as King of your life because He is your caring Brother, powerful Savior, and protecting Shepherd who always delivers on His promises.
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Sermon #22 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Debilitation 2. Assassination 3. Motivation 4. Adjudication
Lessons* If you place your hope and confidence in the wrong source, any success you achieve will be temporary. * In God’s kingdom, any success pursued by unrighteous motives or achieved through unrighteous means will ultimately be judged as a failure. * Having a confident hope in God that waits on Him while acting righteously leads to lasting success. * When you trust in God and live obediently to Him, then what may appear to the world as an utter failure will be deemed a success in God’s kingdom.
Sermon in a SentenceTrue and lasting success comes from trusting Jesus as your Savior and making Him the Lord of your life.
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Mother’s Day 2024
Sermon Outline1. Desperation 2. Persistence 3. Humility
Sermon in a SentenceEven though we are unworthy and undeserving, like this mother, we can receive Jesus Christ’s blessings and benefits by approaching Him with desperate, persistent, and humble faith.
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Sermon #21 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Scandalous Customs 2. Self-Centeredness 3. Subversive Conduct
Sermon in a SentenceGod’s use of imperfect people to fulfill His will doesn’t excuse our sin, but rather invites us to worship and submit to Christ the King, who bore our sin’s penalty on the cross, reconciling us to God through His grace and mercy.
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Sermon #20 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Challenge 2. Competition 3. Combat 4. Chase 5. Ceasefire 6. Conclusion
Sermon in a SentenceWe eagerly await the day when Jesus Christ will deal with those who oppose and misrepresent Him and graciously unite people from all nations, tribes, peoples, and languages under His blessed rule.
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Sermon #19 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Coronation 2. Invitation 3. Rejection
Sermon in a SentenceGiven the severity of God’s wrath against those who stubbornly and foolishly reject Jesus Christ as His anointed King of kings and Lord of lords, it is crucial that you accept Christ’s invitation to be reconciled to Him through His grace.
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Sermon #18 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. A Self-Serving Approach 2. A Selfless Approach
Sermon in a SentenceTo avoid eternal destruction, we must forsake our self-serving ways, humbly trusting in and following Jesus, who selflessly sacrificed Himself for our eternal life.
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2 Samuel 1:1 A Transitional Verse
Sermon #17 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Saul’s Death 2. David’s Defeat of the Amalekites 3. Two Days when Things Changed
Sermon in a SentenceThrough His death and resurrection, Jesus Christ – God’s anointed King – demonstrates His absolute obedience, proves Himself to be the only one able to defeat our enemies, and establishes His exclusive and deserving authority over our lives.
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Easter Sunday 2024
Sermon Outline1. Skepticism: Reluctant to Accept and Trust 2. Sureness: Recognizing Authority and Truth 3. Scriptures: Relying on Apostolic Testimony
Sermon in a SentenceYour hope for this life and the life to come hinges upon you turning from doubt to faith in the crucified and resurrected Christ, devoting yourself to Him as your Savior and Lord.
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Three Scenes of Passion from Passion Week
Palm Sunday 2024
Sermon Outline1. Lamenting Over the Lost 2. Throwing Out the Traders 3. Eagerness to Eat
Sermon in a SentenceThe passion of Jesus revealed by His concern for the lost and His devotion to His Father led Him to suffer on Calvary’s cross and sacrifice Himself for sinners like us so that we can be saved.
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Sermon #16 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. The Philistine Gospel 1. Defeat 2. Death 3. Desertion 4. Disgrace 2. The Preeminent Gospel
Sermon in a SentenceKing Saul’s death and failure to save his people serve as reminders to believers of the hope found in David’s Greater Son, the Lord Jesus, who also faced death, but triumphantly rose to secure our salvation.
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Sermon #15 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Standing in Ruins
2. Strengthened and Renewed
3. Seeking and Recovering
4. Showing and Reflecting
Sermon in a SentenceThe backslider’s path will ultimately lead to misery, but through faith and repentance, they can find their way back to God, becoming a source of blessings to others through His grace.
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Sermon #14 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. A Self-Created Dilemma
2. A Sovereignly Crafted Deliverance
Sermon in a SentenceGod is faithful even when we are not.
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Sermon #13 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Fatigue
2. Falsehood
3. Faith
Sermon in a SentenceWhenever we let our burdens weigh us down, stop speaking truth to ourselves, rely on our own solutions, and fail to trust in the Lord, we create an ugly picture.
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Sermon #12 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Confounding Chase
2. Curious Courage
3. Confident Conviction
4. Clear Conscience
5. Crucial Craving
6. Charitable Conduct
Sermon in a SentenceGod’s restraining grace will be evident in our lives when we trust Him, live righteously, seek His presence, and show others the same grace He shows us.
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Sermon #11 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Reasonable Request
2. Rude Rejection
3. Retaliatory Response
4. Respectful Reminder
5. Requisite Restraint
6. Resultant Retribution
Sermon in a SentenceGod’s restraining grace often works through wise and faithful voices, reminding us of His sovereign salvation and helping us avoid the pain of foolish behavior and a life of regret.
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Sermon #10 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Cutting Corners
2. Ceding Control
Sermon in a SentenceWe should be grateful for God’s restraining grace, which reminds us not to retaliate when attacked or mistreated, but to obey God’s Word and trust Him for vindication.
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Sermon #9 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Revelation
2. Reassurance
3. Rescue
Sermon in a SentenceWhen troubled, tested, and tried, seek God’s direction, persevere in your faith, and trust in God’s deliverance.
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Sermon #8 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. Compelled by Dissatisfaction
2. Costly Decision
3. Complete Deference
Sermon in a SentenceSermon in a Sentence: Christ the true King calls you to renounce the dreadful realm of Satan and pledge your complete loyalty to Him as your Savior and Lord.
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Sermon #7 in the Series: Studies in the Life of David
Sermon Outline1. David lacked conviction.
2. David lacked concern.
3. David lacked courage.
Sermon in a SentenceSermon in a Sentence: In matters of faith, forgetfulness will lead you down a path of fear that will ultimately culminate in failure.
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Sermon Outline1. A Working Faith2. A Laboring Love3. An Enduring HopeSermon in a SentenceA healthy church should model a faith that produces works, a love that leads to labors, and a hope that extends to endurance so that its community and the world can hear the gospel of Jesus Christ until His return.The post 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Character of a Healthy Church first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
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Sermon #5 from the Series: Preparing Our Hearts for Christmas
Sermon Outline1. The Glory of Israel2. The Light of Revelation to the Whole World3. The Divider of All HumanitySermon in a SentenceThe message of Christmas is that Israel’s long-awaited Messiah has come to bring salvation to all who will repent and believe.The post Luke 2:21-35 The Salvation Christmas Brings first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
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Sermon #4 from the Series: Preparing Our Hearts for Christmas
Sermon Outline1. A change is coming.
2. A Child is born
Sermon in a SentenceAt Christmas we celebrate the birth of the Christ Child who came to change everything.
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Sermon #3 from the Series: Preparing Our Hearts for Christmas
Sermon Outline1. A Look Back
2. A Look Around
3. A Look Ahead
Sermon in a SentenceDespite our present struggles, Christmas gives us the hope of peace because of the atoning work of Christ’s first advent and the future eternal reign of His second
advent.
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Sermon #2 from the Series: Preparing Our Hearts for Christmas
Sermon Outline1. A Voice Announcing Pardon in the Place of Punishment
2. A Voice Calling for Repentance in View of Revelation
3. A Voice Contrasting the Fleeting with the Forever
4. A Voice Harmonizing God’s Toughness and His Tenderness
Sermon in a SentenceThe comforting message of Christmas is this: God gives His Word that sinners who repent and trust in Christ will be forgiven and redeemed.
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Sermon #4 from the Series: Ruth: From Ruin to Redemption
Sermon Outline1. Afflicted by the Almighty
2. Appointed by the Almighty
Sermon in a SentenceTo say that God is sovereign but not good – or to say that good exists apart from God’s sovereignty – are both theological fallacies that can lead to bitterness and blindness.
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Sermon #3 from the Series: Ruth: From Ruin to Redemption Sermon Outline 1. In despair, Naomi returned bitter.2. In desertion, Orpah returned backward.3. In devotion, Ruth returned blessed. Sermon in a Sentence Often paved with loss, sacrifice, and uncertainty, the road to return can tempt us to abandon our faith in God, or to become bitter at Him; yet when embraced by faith in full devotion to Him, it will ultimately lead us to eternal blessing, satisfaction, and joy in […]
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Sermon Outline 1. Crisis: Dark Days and Deprivation2. Compromise: A Detour Became a Destination3. Consequences: Death and Desperation4. Choice: A Decisive Step in the Right Direction Sermon in a Sentence When your detour away from the Lord has brought you to a dead end, you must decide to turn back and take a step in the right direction.
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Sermon Outline 1. A Story of Loss and Grief2. A Story of Loyalty and Faithfulness3. A Story of Redemption and Blessing Sermon in a Sentence Through Jesus our Redeemer, God demonstrates faithful kindness to those who are far off from HIm because of their sin.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Mark 2:1-12 Sermon Outline 1. They Have a Desire to be in the Presence of Jesus – v1 – 22. They have a Devotion to the Word of God – Mark 2 v 2b3. They have Dedicated People to the Work of God – v3
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Sermon Outline 1. Repetition2. Unity3. Remembrance4. Proclamation5. Examination SERMON IN A SENTENCE The repeated celebration of the Lord’s Supper unites believers together in remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice, proclamation of the gospel, and obedience to the Lord Jesus.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Romans 12:2-21
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: James 2:1-13 Sermon #3 from the series: Letter to the Dispersed Church Sermon Outline 1. We are captivated by the glory of Christ.2. We are gripped by the grace of Christ.3. We are devoted to the law of Christ.4. We are cognizant of the judgement of Christ.5. We are a reflection of the mercy of Christ SERMON IN A SENTENCE When we recognize that we are the image bearers of God filled with the grace ofGod while focusing […]
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 28:30-31, 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Sermon #44 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel Sermon Outline 1. Epilogue 2. Epitaph SERMON IN A SENTENCE May your epilogue and epitaph be that you were a faithful follower of Jesus to the very end.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 28:11-31 Sermon #43 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel 1. An Undeniable Fulfillment 2. An Unwavering Commitment 3. An Unhindered Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE Knowing that the gospel cannot be stopped and will ultimately triumph over every worldly and spiritual hindrance, the unending mission of the church is to stand on God’s promises and proclaim the life-giving message of forgiveness of sins through faith in Christ until He comes.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: John 6 SERMON IN A SENTENCE God’s tests are designed to show His character and strengthen our faith Sermon Outline 1. God’s tests are revealed in our __________________________ situations. 2. Our ______________________________ response reveals our level of faith. 3. God’s __________________________ overrides our can’t. 4. God’s tests _________________________ His character
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 27:1-44 Sermon #41 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE When navigating life’s storms, we behave most like Christians when we honestly acknowledge the storms and actively, boldly, and confidently trust God in the midst of them.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 25:13 – 26:32Sermon #40 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEWhile the prideful and foolish world views the resurrection of Jesus as crazy and inconsequential, the humble and wise Christian recognizes it as the most important event in history
SERMON OUTLINE1. Tricky Problem 2. Turning Point 3. Tragic Pride
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 24:27 – 25:12Sermon #39 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEGod knows what He’s doing, so trust in His plan, His power, and His promises.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Though God’s plan may be puzzling, it is still perfect. 2. Though God’s sovereignty may be shrouded, it is still supreme. 3. Though God’s decrees may be delayed, they are still dependable.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 24:1-27Sermon #38 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEThe gospel of Christ must be fearlessly proclaimed and never foolishly postponed.
SERMON OUTLINE1. The Flattering and Falsifying Prosecutor 2. The Forthright and Factual Prisoner 3. The Flagrant and Foolish Procrastinator 4. The Faithful and Fearless Preacher
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 23:12-35Sermon #37 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEOur circumstances may be difficult and our burdens heavy, but we can rest the full weight of our every concern on the One who holds the whole world in His hands.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Nefarious Conspiracy 2. Necessary Conjunction 3. Nephew’s Confession 4. Numerous Chaperones
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 22:30 – 23:11Sermon #36 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEWhen the pain of your past, the prospect of your future, or the problems of today discourage you, be encouraged by the Lord’s presence, praise, and promise – He is with you, He is for you, and He is not finished with you.
SERMON OUTLINE1. We should be encouraged by His presence: The Lord is with us. 2. We should be encouraged by His praise: The Lord is for us. 3. We should be encouraged by His promise: The Lord is not finished with us.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 21:37 – 22:29Sermon #35 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEThose who have been converted are called to confess their faith with calmness and courage to a culture that needs to be changed by Christ.
SERMON OUTLINE1. His Credentials 2. His Conversion 3. His Commission
Application Points Calmness * Courage * Calling * Change*
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Matthew 28:1-10Easter 2023
SERMON IN A SENTENCEThe empty tomb signifies hope, forgiveness, victory, eternal life, and the universal authority of Jesus Christ as both Savior and Lord.
SERMON OUTLINE1. The empty tomb means that there is hope for empty lives.
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The empty tomb means that God’s grace is greater than your past.
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The empty tomb means that you no longer have to live in fear.
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The empty tomb means that there is a greater reality than this world alone.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Luke 23:13-25; 44-49Palm Sunday – 2023
SERMON IN A SENTENCEJesus the Innocent suffered inhumane treatment and the injustice of the cross so that iniquitous sinners who rightly deserve to die can be set free and saved.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Inhumanity 2. Innocence 3. Iniquity 4. Injustice
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 21:15-36Sermon #34 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEWe must never compromise the gospel, nor willfully participate in sin, but we must passionately pursue the glory of God, the unity of the church, and the evangelization of all people while standing firmly on the truth of God’s Word…even if it costs us everything.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Affectionate Reception 2. Allegations and Rumors 3. Attempted Resolution 4. Anger and Retaliation
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 21:1-14Sermon #33 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEYou may pay a steep price to pursue Christ’s plan for your life with courage and conviction, but you will never regret the cost.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Differing Perspectives 1. Disobedience vs. Devotion 2. Prohibition vs. Prediction 2. Determined Plan 1. The Spirit’s Direction 2. Christ’s Pattern 3. Discipleship’s Price 1. Painful 2. Deadly 3. Pleasurable
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 20:13-38Sermon #32 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEAs a pastor, I must live a surrendered life of selfless and sacrificial service, shepherding God’s flock and safeguarding it from the attacks of heresy and apostasy.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Pastoral Conduct 2. Pastoral Concerns 3. Pastoral Command
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 20:1-12Sermon #31 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEAs a community of believers, we must encourage one another by gathering together for worship, uniting together in service, declaring the truth of the gospel, and clinging to the hope of the resurrection.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Presence
2. Partnerships
3. Proclamation
4. Power of the Resurrection
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 19:8-41Sermon #30 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEWhen the word of the Lord grows, God’s power will be displayed, Jesus Christ will be exalted, confession and repentance will occur, and society will be impacted.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Revelation
2. Reverence
3. Repentance
4. Reform
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 18:18 – 19:10Sermon #29 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEEffective disciple-making occurs when Christ’s disciples enter into relationships, share the gospel, and provide gospel-centered instruction to help people trust and follow Christ.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Education
2. Engagement
3. Evangelism
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 18:1-17Sermon #28 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEGod encourages our discouraged hearts by giving us everything we need to persevere in the mission to which He has called us and guaranteeing that He will be with us to the end.
SERMON OUTLINE1. God Provided. 1. Partners 2. Pay 3. Progress 2. God Promised. 1. His Presence 2. His Protection 3. Fulfillment of His Purpose The post Encouragement for the Discouraged Heart first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 17:16-34Sermon #27 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEOut of zeal for the Lord and compassion for the lost, we must engage
our culture and point them to their only hope – the Lord Jesus Christ.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Paul’s Motive
2. Paul’s Method
3. Paul’s Message
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 17:1-15Sermon #26 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel
SERMON IN A SENTENCEThe only hope for an upside-down world to be turned right side up is for the truth of God’s Word to be proclaimed, believed, and obeyed.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Fearlessly declare the truth. 1. Ground it in Scripture. 2. Give it strategically. 3. Guide our hearers to the Savior 2. Faithfully devote ourselves to the truth. 1. Receive it passionately. 2. Research it prudently. 3. Respond to it properly. The post How to Turn the Word Upside Down (Right Side Up) first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Joshua 4:20-24SERMON IN A SENTENCEMay we always remember what the Lord has done and reveal His glory to our children and to the nations so that all may revere Him and rejoice in His salvation.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Remembrance 2. Revelation 3. Reverence 4. Rejoicing The post What Do These Stones Mean? first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: 1 John 2:28-3:3SERMON IN A SENTENCEAs children of God who have been born of Him, belong to Him, and will one day be like Him, we must abide in Him and seek to live holy lives free from fear and shame.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Confidence 2. Identity 3. Expectation The post Living as Children of God first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: James 1:13-27SERMON IN A SENTENCETemptation can easily lead us away from God and entangle us in sin but if we know who our fight is against, rely on our ally, have a plan to overcome our temptation and know our strategy for continuing to walk away from our temptation, we will continually walk towards God, grow into the follower He has called us to be, and bring Him the glory He deserves.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Know your Enemy. 2. Know your Ally. 3. Know your Plan to overcome temptation 4. Know and evaluate your Strategy to walk with God. The post The Devil Made Me Do It! first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: John 3:1-9SERMON IN A SENTENCEThe miraculous birth of the believer is a work of God’s grace wherebynsinners gain eternal life by becoming new creatures through the convicting work of the Holy Spirit who leads them to repentance toward God and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
SERMON OUTLINE1. The Meaning 2. The Method 3. The Magnitude The post The Miraculous Birth of the Believer first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Luke 1:26-38; 2:1-7SERMON IN A SENTENCEJesus Christ is the most wonderful, life-changing, and marvelous gift of Christmas because He makes our salvation possible.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Jesus’ miraculous conception makes the inconceivable possible 2. Jesus’ physical birth makes our spiritual birth possible 3. Jesus being divested of His splendor makes our deliverance from sin possible. The post The Miraculous Birth of Jesus first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Luke 1:5-25, 57SERMON IN A SENTENCEThe unexpected blessing of a son born to barren parents calls us to
believe in Jesus and the promise of God’s Word.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Barrenness 2. Blessing 3. Belief 4. Birth
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: 1 Samuel 1:1-20SERMON IN A SENTENCEGod provided the solution to our greatest problem by devoting His own Son to be our sacrificial Savior.
SERMON OUTLINE1. Hannah’s _______ 2. Hannah’s _________ 3. Hannah’s _________
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- Hannah’s Problem
- Hannah’s Payer
- Hannah’s Promise The post The Miraculous Birth of Samuel first appeared on Ivy Creek Baptist Church.
SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Judges 13:1-5, 24-25SERMON IN A SENTENCEGod sends an upright and undefiled Savior through an unlikely and unsuspecting woman to save an unholy and undeserving people.
SERMON OUTLINE1. The _______ 2. The _________ 3. The _________
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- The Setting
- The Surprise
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Colossians 2 :6-7 SERMON IN A SENTENCE Lord, help us to be thankful in all things not forgetting your faithfulness, nor being blinded by our circumstances, nor separated from you by our sin, but instead overflowing with gratitude that we are united with Christ. SERMON OUTLINE We are _______. We are _________. We are _________. _____________________________________________________________________________________ We are forgetful. We are blinded. We are separated.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Psalm 113 SERMON IN A SENTENCE God’s greatness and goodness demand continual praise and thanksgiving. SERMON OUTLINE We should praise and thank the Lord ____ ______ _______. We should praise and thank the Lord because ______ _____ _________. We should praise and thank the Lord because ______ _____ _________. _____________________________________________________________________________________ We should praise and thank the Lord at all times. We should praise and thank the Lord because He is great. We should praise and thank the Lord […]
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 16:11-40 Sermon #25 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON OUTLINE A __________________ ________________ Named Lydia An __________________________ ______________ Girl The ______________________ ________________ SERMON IN A SENTENCE The church is made up of very different people from all walks of life who are united together through faith in Jesus Christ.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 15:36-16:10 Sermon #24 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON OUTLINE 1. The Lord is sovereign over our ________________________ . 2. The Lord is sovereign over our ________________________ . 3. The Lord is sovereign over our ________________________ . SERMON IN A SENTENCE Because the Lord is sovereign over all things that happen in our lives, we must trust and obey Him.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 15:1-35 Sermon #23 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON OUTLINE The ____________________________________ The _____________________________________ The _____________________________________ SERMON IN A SENTENCE Because He is enough, Jesus plus anything else equals nothing, but Jesus plus nothing else equals everything!
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 14:1-28 Sermon #22 from the series: Acts: The Advance of the Gospel SERMON IN A SENTENCE Despite life’s roller coaster ride, God’s grace will sustain you as you maintain a commitment to the gospel. SERMON OUTLINE 1. ________________________ _________________________ 2. ________________________ _________________________ 3. ________________________ _________________________
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 13:13-52 SERMON IN A SENTENCE The apex of human history is the promised, crucified, buried, and resurrected Christ in whom we are called to believe, and through whom we are saved and given everlasting life. SERMON OUTLINE The ________________________ Israel’s __________________________________ __________________________________ __________ Story
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 12:25-13:12
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 12:1-24
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 11:18-30
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 9:23-30 SERMON IN A SENTENCE God prepares us by using every tool at His disposal to make us into humble servants who are increasingly surrendered to the lordship of Jesus. SERMON OUTLINE _____________ _____________ _____________ _____________
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 9:1-22 SERMON IN A SENTENCE The grace of God can transform any transgressor, save any sinner, and redeem any wretch. SERMON OUTLINE He was determined and driven to destroy Christ’s disciples. He was surprised and suddenly stopped by the Savior. He was conquered, converted, and completely changed. He found family in his former foes. He preached and proclaimed the One he had previously persecuted.
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SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Acts 8:26-40 SERMON IN A SENTENCE God sometimes leads us into puzzling situations so we can point others, who may be very different from us, to our one commonality – our absolute need of the gospel of Jesus. SERMON OUTLINE A Puzzling Mission A Planned Meeting A Pointed Message A Powerful Miracle
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Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6. Sermon Titled: "What? Why? How?" Sermon in a Sentence: "As believers, our ministry is to proclaim the gospel Jesus from a heart of compassion and a life of service."
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Sermon #11 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 8:1-8. Sermon Titled: "Putting the Pain of Your Past into Proper Perspective" Sermon in a Sentence: "When viewed from the proper perspective of faith, our past pain (both endured and inflicted upon others) can be used by God to magnify His grace and display His glory."
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Sermon Title: 3 Signs You Are A Doer of the Implanted Word of God Sermon By: Dr. Scott Sullivan
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Sermon Title: 5 Foundation Stones of Growing Disciples Sermon By: Dr. Scott Sullivan
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Scripture: James 1:1-12. Sermon Titled: "Joy in the Journey" Sermon in a Sentence: "We must find pure joy in the journey we are on because we know that God uses trials to build in us a faith that will become mature and complete and we have a promise that our perseverance will be rewarded greatly and eternally."
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Sermon #10 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 6:8-8:3. Sermon Series: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Sermon in a Sentence: "When we trust in Jesus, pattern our lives after Him, and testify of Him, while we can expect to be treated as He was treated and suffer as He suffered, we nevertheless can be confident that when we close our eyes in death, we will open them to see our glorified Savior welcoming us home."
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Scripture: Matthew 24:42-25:30. Sermon Titled: "Are you Prepared?" Sermon in a Sentence: "Be it at the end of the age or the end of our lives, we must prepare ourselves to meet the Lord by living watchful, faithful, ready, and fruitful lives, because we will be judged by Him."
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Sermon #9 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 6:1-7. Sermon Titled: "Growing Pains" Sermon in a Sentence: "Growing pains can become occasions for growth when priorities are safeguarded, and ministry is shared."
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Sermon #8 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 2:42-47. Sermon Titled: "The Characteristics of a Spirit-Filled Church" Sermon in a Sentence: "A Spirit-filled church will be made up of Spirit-filled believers who are passionate about studying the Bible, sharing with one another, telling others about Jesus, and worshiping together by joyfully and reverently remembering what Christ has done for them."
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Sermon #7 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 4:32-5:11. Sermon Titled: "Contrasts Within the Church" Sermon in a Sentence: "A healthy fear of our Holy God will keep us from hypocrisy and greed so that by His grace we remain a united, generous community that is devoted to the Lord and to one another."
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Sermon #6 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 4:1-31. Sermon Titled: "Fearlessness in the Face of Furious Firepower" Sermon in a Sentence: "Rather than responding with timidity and fear, when faced with opposition and persecution the Holy Spirit empowers us to boldly proclaim that Jesus alone saves."
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Sermon #5 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 3:1 – 4:4. Sermon Titled: "A Lame Excuse for a Sermon" Sermon in a Sentence: "Because Jesus brings complete healing to those who repent and turn to Him in faith, broken, hopeless, and spiritually lame sinners like us have every reason to leap for joy and praise God."
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Sermon #4 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 2:42-47. Sermon Titled: "The Characteristics of a Spirit-Filled Church" Sermon in a Sentence: "A Spirit-filled church will be made up of Spirit-filled believers who are passionate about studying the Bible, sharing with one another, telling others about Jesus, and worshiping together by joyfully and reverently remembering what Christ has done for them."
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Sermon #3 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 2:1-41. Sermon Titled: "Pentecostal Power" Sermon in a Sentence: "The day of Pentecost marks the unleashing of the Holy Spirit who empowers believers to testify to the person and work of Jesus Christ and the salvation He offers to all who will repent and believe in Him."
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Sermon #2 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 1:8-26. Sermon Titled: "What to Do While You Wait on God’s Green Light" Sermon in a Sentence: "As we wait for God’s green light, rather than passively wasting our time in idleness, we must engage in purposeful prayer, study His Word, and pursue His will."
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Sermon #1 from the Series Titled: "Acts: The Advance of the Gospel" Scripture: Acts 1:1-8. Sermon Titled: "The Church’s Mission" Sermon in a Sentence: "As we wait for our Lord’s return, the church’s mission is to lean on the power of the Holy Spirit as we engage in the world-wide witness of the gospel of Jesus Christ."
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Easter Sunday Morning – 2022 Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-26. Sermon Titled: "The Good News of Christ’s Death and Resurrection" Sermon in a Sentence: "Sin is destroyed, death is defeated, and our victory is secured by the death and resurrection of Christ."
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Sermon #8 from the Series Titled: "Signs Revealing the Person of Jesus" Scripture: John 11:1-44. Sermon Titled: "Jesus Raises Lazarus from the Dead" Sermon in a Sentence: "Through His substitutionary death and victorious resurrection, Jesus brings glory to His Father and life to the spiritually dead who believe in Him."
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Scripture: 1 Samual 15. Sermon Titled: "The Fall of Saul" Sermon in a Sentence: "The Fall of Saul should be a warning sign to all that the LORD demands obedience and wants our lives to be living sacrifices which emulate the life of the King of Kings, Christ Jesus."
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