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Faith: The Messiah after the Tutor" Pt2

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

The PRIMACY of FAITH (3:1-5)
The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

B. The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

Promised (3:6-9)
Procured (3:10-25)
Produced (3:26-29)

Produced (3:26-29)
Sons of God (3:26)
Baptized into Christ (3:27)
All One in Christ (3:28)
Heirs according to Promise (3:29)

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Faith: The Messiah after the Tutor" Pt1

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

The PRIMACY of FAITH (3:1-5)
The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

B. The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

Promised (3:6-9)
Procured (3:10-25)
Produced (3:26-29)

Procured (3:10-25)
The Redeemer from the Curse (3:10-14)
The Seed of the Promise (3:15-20)
The Messiah after the Tutor (3:21-25)

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"Faith: The Seed of the Promise"

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

The PRIMACY of FAITH (3:1-5)
The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

B. The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

Promised (3:6-9)
Procured (3:10-25)
Produced (3:26-29)

Procured (3:10-25)
The Redeemer from the Curse (3:10-14)
The Seed of the Promise (3:15-20)
The Messiah after the Tutor (3:21-25)

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"Faith: Redeemed from the Curse"

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

The PRIMACY of FAITH (3:1-5)
The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

B. The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

Promised (3:6-9)
Procured (3:10-25)
Produced (3:26-29)

Procured (3:10-25)
The Redeemer from the Curse (3:10-14)
The Seed of the Promise (3:15-20)
The Messiah after the Tutor (3:21-25)

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"Faith: Blessed with Abraham"

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

The PRIMACY of FAITH (3:1-5)
The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

B. The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

Promised (3:6-9)
Procured (3:10-25)
Produced (3:26-29)

Promised (3:6-9)
The Righteousness to Abraham (3:6)
The Sons of Abraham (3:7)
The Gospel to Abraham (3:8-9)

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"Faith: The Only Instrument"

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

The PRIMACY of FAITH (3:1-5)
The PROGENY of FAITH (3:6-29)

A. The PRIMACY of FAITH (3:1-5)

In Relation to Christ (3:1)
In Relation to The Spirit (3:2-4)
In Relation to The Father (3:5)

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"The Gospel: Only One Message" Part 3

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE 1:6-2:21)

A. ONLY ONE GOSPEL:
Though Others Arise (1:6-10)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

C, ONLY ONE MESSAGE:
To Gentiles and Jews (2:7-21)

Confirmation by the “Pillars” (2:7-10)
Confrontation with Peter (2:11-21)

Confrontation with Peter (2:11-21)

a. The Incident Described(2:11-14)

b. The Speech Delivered(2:15-21)

Justified in Christ (2:15-18)
Crucified with Christ (2:19-21)

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"The Gospel: Only One Message" Part 2

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE 1:6-2:21)

A. ONLY ONE GOSPEL:
Though Others Arise (1:6-10)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

C, ONLY ONE MESSAGE:
To Gentiles and Jews (2:7-21)

Confirmation by the “Pillars” (2:7-10)
Confrontation with Peter (2:11-21)

Confrontation with Peter (2:11-21)

a. The Incident Described(2:11-14)

b. The Speech Delivered(2:15-21)

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"The Gospel: Only One Message" Part 1

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE 1:6-2:21)

A. ONLY ONE GOSPEL:
Though Others Arise (1:6-10)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

C, ONLY ONE MESSAGE:
To Gentiles and Jews (2:7-21)

Confirmation by the “Pillars” (2:7-10)
Confrontation with Peter (2:11-21)

APPENDIX: Summary of Outreach Strategies

in the Book of Acts

BY METHOD

1 — The Upper Room

(Acts 2:1) Jerusalem

6 — In or Around The Temple

(2:46; 3:1; 4:1; 5:12, 42; 6:8) Jerusalem

10 — In Synagogues

(9:20) Damascus

(13:5) Salamis on Cyprus

(13:13,44) Pisidian Antioch

(14:1) Iconium

(17:1) Thessalonica

(17:10) Berea

(17:17a) Athens

(18:4) Corinth

(18:19) Ephesus

(19:8) Ephesus

1 — A Prayer Meeting

(16:13) Philippi

1 — A Philosophers’ Seminar

(17:19) Athens

1 — Disciples of John the Baptist

(19:1) Ephesus

Notice: All of the above represent the most likely audiences to respond to the claims of Jesus, not those least likely, nor a method least acceptable.

1 — Door-to-Door

(5:42) Jerusalem

3 — Open-air/Public

(8:5) Samaria

(17:17b) Athens

(18:28) Achaia

5 — Unclear or Unspecified Method

(8:40) “Cities,” Caesarea

(9:28,29; Hellenists) Jerusalem

(11:19; Jews only) Phoenicia, Cyprus, Antioch

(11:20; Greeks) Antioch

(14:6,7) Lycaonia, Lystra, Derbe, “Region”

7 — Defense under Persecution

(21:40; 22:30; 24:1; 25:1; 26:1; 27:9; 28:23)

10 — Miracles or Healings,

for the purpose of gaining an audience rather than authenticating ministry
(3:6-10; 5:12-16; 8:6-8; 9:32-35; 9:36-42; 14:3-7, 8-12; 16:25-30; 19:11-20; 28:5-6, 8–10)

8 — “Divine Appointments”

(3:2; Lame Man) Jerusalem

(8:27; Ethiopian) Gaza

(9:32; Aeneas) Lydda

(9:36; Dorcas) Joppa

(10:25; Cornelius) Caesarea

(16:16; Slave Girl) Philippi

(16:31; Jailer) Philippi

(18:2; Priscilla & Aquila) Corinth

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13 — By Invitation or the Initiation of Others:

The Ethiopian Eunuch in the Chariot (8:31)
The Household of Cornelius (11:13)
The Proconsul Sergius Paulus (13:7)
The Synagogue in Pisidian Antioch (13:15)
The People of the Synagogue (13:42)
The Business Woman of Philippi (16:15)
The Jailer of Philippi (16:33)
The Philosophers of Athens (17:19)
The Commander at Jerusalem (22:30)
The Governor Felix in Caesarea (24:10)
The Governor Festus on the Tribunal (25:6)
The King Agrippa of Judea (25:22)
The Leading Men of the Jews at Rome (28:22)
BY CITY (a selected sampling)

Jerusalem: The Upper Room

The Temple

Divine Appointment

Door-to-Door

Persecution Defense

Special Population

Philippi: Prayer Meeting

Divine Appointments

Athens: “Market Place” (The Mall!)

Philosophers’ Seminar (The University!)

Antioch: Unspecified

Jews and Gentiles

Natural “Network”

Ephesus: The Synagogue (Two Separate Occasions)

Very Special Population (John’s Disciples)

BY INCREMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (Paul’s Career)

— The Early Days of Personal Witness, Growth and Ministry

Conversion on the Road to Damascus
(Acts 9:1-19a)

Brief Stay in Damascus
(Acts 9:19b-22)

Seclusion in Arabia for Three Years
(Galatians 1:17-18)

Return to Damascus
(Acts 9:23)

Escape to Jerusalem
(Acts 9:23-25; 2Corinthians 11:32-33)

Meeting with the Apostles
(Acts 9:26-28; Galatians 1:18-19)

Departure for Syria and Cilicia
(Acts 9:30; Galatians 1:21)

Returned to Hometown Tarsus for Seven years

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— The Three Mission Journeys; The Progression of Difficulty

Sought out by Barnabas and Local Church Ministry for Three Years
(Acts 11:25–26)

First Trip: Barnabas’ Birthplace Cyprus and Synagogues
(Acts 13:4-5)
Proconsul Sergius Paulus and Magician Elymas Bar-Jesus
(Acts 13:6-12)
Pisidian Antioch and Iconium, Synagogues; Lystra, Pagans; Derbe, Made Disciples; Perga, Spoke the Word (Acts 13:13-25)

Second Trip: Follow-Up Galatian Churches and Macedonia
Philippi, Place of Prayer (Acts 16:12-15)
Jail and Release (Acts 16:19-40)
Thessalonica and Berea, Synagogues (Acts 17:1-14)
Athens, The Areopagus (Acts 17:16-34)
Corinth, Synagogue (Acts 18:1-17)

Third Trip: Follow-Up Galatian and Macedonian Churches
Ephesus, The Disciples of John the Baptizer (Acts 19:1-7)
Synagogue (Acts 19:8-20)
Riot at the Theater (Acts 19:23-41)
Macedonia and Greece Rejoined (Acts 20:1-6)
Troas, Midnight Message (Acts 20:7-12)
Miletus, Ephesian Elders Message (Acts 20:17-38)
Tyre, Seven Days with Disciples (Acts 21:3-6)
Caesarea, Philip the Evangelist (Acts 21:7-14)

Fourth Trip: Under Protective Custody
Jerusalem, Riot in Jerusalem and Arrest (Acts 21:27-23:10)
Caesarea, Testimony to Felix, Festus and Agrippa II (Acts 23:11-26:32)
Malta, Shipwreck and Publius (27:1-28:10)
Rome, Leading Men of the Jews (28:1-28)
Ministry under House Arrest Two Years (28:30-31)

Notice: The above section represents many years’ worth of development and expansion from simple beginnings to major encounters and dramatic events.

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"The Gospel: Only One Source" Part 3

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE 1:6-2:21)

A. ONLY ONE GOSPEL:
Though Others Arise (1:6-10)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

C, ONLY ONE MESSAGE:
To Gentiles and Jews (2:7-21)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

1. Recipient from Jesus Christ (1:11-16a)
2. Independent of Jerusalem (1:16b-24)
3. Consistent with the Apostles (2:1-6)

•••

Consistent with the Apostles (2:1-6)
The Gentile was Not Circumcised (2:1-4)
The Gospel Remains with Liberty (2:5)
The Reputed Ones Added Nothing (2:6)

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The Gospel: Only One Source" Part 2

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE 1:6-2:21)

A. ONLY ONE GOSPEL:
Though Others Arise (1:6-10)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

C, ONLY ONE MESSAGE:
To Gentiles and Jews (2:7-21)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

Recipient from Jesus Christ (1:11-16a)
Independent of Jerusalem (1:16b-24)
Consistent with the Apostles (2:1-6)

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Independent of Jerusalem (1:16b-24)

a. The Retreat to Arabia and Damascus (1:16b-17)

b. The Visit with Cephas and James (1:18-20)

c. The Preaching in Cilicia and Syria (1:21-24)

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"The Gospel: Only One Source" Part 1

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE 1:6-2:21)

A. ONLY ONE GOSPEL:
Though Others Arise (1:6-10)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

C, ONLY ONE MESSAGE:
To Gentiles and Jews (2:7-21)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

Recipient from Jesus Christ (1:11-16a)
Independent of Jerusalem (1:16b-24)
Consistent with the Apostles (2:1-6)

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"Grace: One One Gospel"

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE 1:6-2:21)

A. ONLY ONE GOSPEL:
Though Others Arise (1:6-10)

B. ONLY ONE SOURCE:
Through Direct Revelation (1:11-2:6)

C, ONLY ONE MESSAGE:
To Gentiles and Jews (2:7-21)

A. ONLY ONE GOSPEL:
Though Others Arise (1:6-10)

Deserting Him (1:6)
Disturbing You (1:7)
Being Accursed (1:8-9)
Striving to Please (1:10)

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"Rescued: From this Present Evil Age"

Galatians

OUTLINE

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

I. THE GOSPEL OF GRACE (1:6-2:21)

II. THE LIFE OF FAITH (3:1-29)

III. THE PLACE OF FREEDOM (4:1-6:10)

Appendix: “Live by the Spirit” (5:25-6:10)

Postscript: Circumcision vs A New Creation (6:11-17)

CLOSING (6:18)

SALUTATION (1:1-2)

• The Author(1:1)

• The Associates(1:2a)

• The Recipients(1:2b)

Theme: “To Rescue Us” (1:3-5)

• The Blessing of The Gospel(1:3)

• The Content of The Gospel(1:4a)

• The Purpose of The Gospel(1:4b)

• The Source of The Gospel(1:4c)

• The Doxology(1:5)

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Theme: "To Rescue Us"

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"Where are Our Heroes?"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)

A. CHARGE: “The Glorious Gospel” (1:3-16)

DOXOLOGY (1:17)

B. CHARGE: “The Good Fight” (1:18-20)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

III. CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

A. CHARGE: Wrong Motives (6:3-15a)

DOXOLOGY (6:15b-16)

B. CHARGE: Right Attitudes (6:17-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

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"The Uncertainty of Riches: The Treasure"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

III. CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

A. CHARGE: Wrong Motives (6:3-15a)

DOXOLOGY (6:15b-16)

B. CHARGE: Right Attitudes (6:17-19)

The Hope in the Supplier (6:17)
The Future in the Treasure (6:18-19)

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"The Man of God: The Pursuit"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

III. CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

A. CHARGE: Wrong Motives (6:3-15a)

DOXOLOGY (6:15b-16)

B. CHARGE: Right Attitudes (6:17-19)

A. CHARGE: Wrong Motives (6:3-15a)

The Love of Money (6:3-10)
The Man of God (6:11-15a)

The Man of God (6:11-15a)
Pursuing the Righteousness (6:11)
Fighting the Good Fight (6:12)
Keeping the Commandment (6:13-15a)

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"The Love of Money:
The Grief"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

III. CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

A. CHARGE: Wrong Motives (6:3-15a)

DOXOLOGY (6:15b-16)

B. CHARGE: Right Attitudes (6:17-19)

A. CHARGE: Wrong Motives (6:3-15a)

The Love of Money (6:3-10)
The Man of God (6:11-15a)

The Love of Money (6:3-10)
Making a Profit (6:3-5)
Gaining Contentment (6:6-8)
Longing for More (6:9-10)

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"The Church of the Living God, Pt 10:
The Principles"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

To Sound Teaching (4:1-16)
To Other Age Groups (5:1-2)
To Widows (5:3-16)
To Elders (5:17-25)
To Bosses (6:1-2)

To Elders (5:17-25)

a. Supporting Them (5:17-18)

b. Holding Them Accountable (5:19-21)

c. Recognizing Them (5:22)

d. Personal Responsibility (5:23-25)

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"The Church of the Living God, Pt 9:
The Double Honor"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

To Sound Teaching (4:1-16)
To Other Age Groups (5:1-2)
To Widows (5:3-16)
To Elders (5:17-25)
To Bosses (6:1-2)

To Elders (5:17-25)

a. Supporting Them (5:17-18)

b. Holding Them Accountable (5:19-21)

c. Recognizing Them (5:22)

d. Personal Responsibility (5:23-25)

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"The Church of the Living God, Pt 8:
The Pledge"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

To Sound Teaching (4:1-16)
To Other Age Groups (5:1-2)
To Widows (5:3-16)
To Elders (5:17-25)
To Bosses (6:1-2)

To Widows (5:3-16)
Defining Status: “Widows Indeed” (5:3-8)
Discerning Placement: “On The List” (5:9-16)

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"The Church of the Living God, Pt 7:
The Widows Indeed"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

To Sound Teaching (4:1-16)
To Other Age Groups (5:1-2)
To Widows (5:3-16)
To Elders (5:17-25)
To Bosses (6:1-2)

To Widows (5:3-16)
Defining Status: “Widows Indeed” (5:3-8)
Discerning Placement: “On The List” (5:9-16)

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"The Church of the Living God, Pt 6:
The Attention"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

To Sound Teaching (4:1-16)
To Other Age Groups (5:1-2)
To Widows (5:3-16)
To Elders (5:17-25)
To Bosses (6:1-2)

To Sound Teaching. (4:1-16)
“Some Will Fall Away” (4:1-5)
“You Will Be a Good Servant” (4:6-10)
“Prescribe and Teach” (4:11-16)

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"The Church of the Living God, Pt 5:
The Doctrine"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

To Sound Teaching (4:1-16)
To Other Age Groups (5:1-2)
To Widows (5:3-16)
To Elders (5:17-25)
To Bosses (6:1-2)

To Sound Teaching. (4:1-16)
“Some Will Fall Away” (4:1-5)
“You Will Be a Good Servant” (4:6-10)
“Prescribe and Teach” (4:11-16)

b. “You Will Be a Good Servant” (4:6-10)

The Words of Faith (4:6)
The Worldly Fables (4:7a)
The Present Life (4:7b-9)
The Living God (4:10)

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"The Church of the Living God: Pt4
The Hypocrisy"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

To Sound Teaching (4:1-16)
To Other Age Groups (5:1-2)
To Widows (5:3-16)
To Elders (5:17-25)
To Bosses (6:1-2)

To Sound Teaching. (4:1-16)
“Some Will Fall Away” (4:1-5)
“You Will Be a Good Servant” (4:6-10)
“Prescribe and Teach” (4:11-16)

a. "Some Will Fall Away". (4:1-5)

The Apostasy Predicted (4:1)
The Hypocrisy Branded (4:2)
The Dichotomy Exposed (4:3)
The Creation Sanctified (4:4-5)

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"The Church of the Living God:
The Pillar"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

"The Church of the Living God: Pt2
The Deacons"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

For Prayer (2:1-7)
For Men and Women (2:8-15)
For Leadership Positions (3:1-13)

KEY: “Conduct in the Church of the Living God” (3:14-15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

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"The Church of the Living God: Pt2
The Deacons"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

For Prayer (2:1-7)
For Men and Women (2:8-15)
For Leadership Positions (3:1-13)

KEY: “Conduct in the Church of the Living God” (3:14-15)

For Leadership Positions (3:1-13)
Overseers (3:1-7)
Deacons (3:8-13)

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"The Church of the Living God: Pt1
The Overseers"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

Salutation (1:1-2)

Author: “Paul” (1:1)

Recipient: “Timothy” (1:2a)

Blessing: “Grace, Mercy and Peace” (1:2b)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

For Prayer (2:1-7)
For Men and Women (2:8-15)
For Leadership Positions (3:1-13)

KEY: “Conduct in the Church of the Living God” (3:14-15)

For Leadership Positions (3:1-13)
Overseers (3:1-7)
Deacons (3:8-13)

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"The Prayer Life of the Church:
The Roles of Men and Women"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

Salutation (1:1-2)

Author: “Paul” (1:1)

Recipient: “Timothy” (1:2a)

Blessing: “Grace, Mercy and Peace” (1:2b)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

For Prayer (2:1-7)
For Men and Women (2:8-15)
For Leadership Positions (3:1-13)

KEY: “Conduct in the Church of the Living God” (3:14-15)

For Men and Women (2:8-15)
Men: “Holy Hands” (2:8)
Women: “Godliness” (2:9-10) “Submissiveness” (2:11-14) “Faith and Love and Sanctity” (2:15)

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"The Saving Work of Christ: Pt3,
The Basis for Prayer"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

Salutation (1:1-2)

Author: “Paul” (1:1)

Recipient: “Timothy” (1:2a)

Blessing: “Grace, Mercy and Peace” (1:2b)

II. THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

HYMN OF PRAISE (3:16)

B. EXHORTATIONS: Our Relationships (4:1-6:2)

A. EXHORTATIONS: Our Responsibilities (2:1-3:15)

For Prayer (2:1-7)
For Men and Women (2:8-15)
For Leadership Positions (3:1-13)

KEY: “Conduct in the Church of the Living God” (3:14-15)

For Prayer (2:1-7)
Generally: “All” (2:1)
Specifically: “In Authority” (2:2)
Purposefully: “To be Saved” (2:3-4)
Theologically: “One God, and One Mediator” (2:5-6)
Personally: “I was appointed” (2:7)

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"The Saving Work of Christ: Pt2,
The Basis a Clear Conscience"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

Salutation (1:1-2)

Author: “Paul” (1:1)

Recipient: “Timothy” (1:2a)

Blessing: “Grace, Mercy and Peace” (1:2b)

I. INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)

A. CHARGE: “The Glorious Gospel” (1:3-16)

DOXOLOGY (1:17)

B. CHARGE: “The Good Fight” (1:18-20)

Timothy’s Testimony (1:18-19)
False Teachers (1:20)

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"The Saving Work of Christ: Pt1,
The Basis of Grace"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

Salutation (1:1-2)

Author: “Paul” (1:1)

Recipient: “Timothy” (1:2a)

Blessing: “Grace, Mercy and Peace” (1:2b)

I. INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)

A. CHARGE: “The Glorious Gospel” (1:3-16)

DOXOLOGY (1:17)

B.. CHARGE: “The Good Fight” (1:18-20)

A. CHARGE: “The Glorious Gospel” (1:3-16)

False Teachings (1:3-11)
Paul’s Testimony (1:12-16)

Paul’s Testimony (1:12-16)
The Source of Strength (1:12)
The Need for Mercy (1:13)
The Measure of Grace (1:14)
The Purpose of Salvation (1:15-16)

The Value of a Testimony:
Paul’s Story is recorded Six Times;

Acts 9 – Luke’s Historical Account;
Acts 22 – At the Jewish Temple;
Acts 29 – Governor Festus and King Agrippa;
Galatians 1-2 – Churches of Galatia;
Philippians 3 – Saints in Philippi;
1Timothy 1 – Timothy at Ephesus

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"The Wrong Teachers: The Abuse of the Law"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

Salutation (1:1-2)

Author: “Paul” (1:1)

Recipient: “Timothy” (1:2a)

Blessing: “Grace, Mercy and Peace” (1:2b)

I. INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)

A. CHARGE: “The Glorious Gospel” (1:3-16)

DOXOLOGY (1:17)

B.. CHARGE: “The Good Fight” (1:18-20)

A. CHARGE: “The Glorious Gospel” (1:3-16)

False Teachings (1:3-11)
Paul’s Testimony (1:12-16)

False Teachings (1:3-11)
The Mystics: “Strange Doctrines” (1:3-4)
Paul’s Goal: “Love” (1:5)
The Legalists: “Fruitless Discussion” (1:6-7)
The Law’s Purpose: “Rebellious” (1:8-11)

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"The Assignment: The Administration of God"

1Timothy

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1-2)

INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)
THE MAIN IDEA: Order in the Assembly (2:1-6:2)
CONCLUSION: The Problem of Money (6:3-19)

Final Word (6:20-21)

Salutation (1:1-2)

Author: “Paul” (1:1)

Recipient: “Timothy” (1:2a)

Blessing: “Grace, Mercy and Peace” (1:2b)

I. INTRODUCTION: The Problem of Doctrine (1:3-20)

A. CHARGE: “The Glorious Gospel” (1:3-16)

DOXOLOGY (1:17)

B.. CHARGE: “The Good Fight” (1:18-20)

A. CHARGE: “The Glorious Gospel” (1:3-16)

False Teachings (1:3-11)
Paul’s Testimony (1:12-16)

False Teachings (1:3-11)
The Mystics: “Strange Doctrines” (1:3-4)
Paul’s Goal: “Love” (1:5)
The Legalists: “Fruitless Discussion” (1:6-7)
The Law’s Purpose: “Rebellious” (1:8-11)

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"Where Are Our Heroes?"

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"Behold, He is Coming" (Revelation 1:7; Daniel 7:13)

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

The Timetable: The Last Half of the Seven-Year Tribulation with its various connections;
- “The middle of the week”;
  The Abomination of Desolation (Daniel 9:27)
- “Time, times, and half a time”;
  The Career of the Last Beast (Daniel 7:25)
- “Time, times, and half a time”;
  The End of the Distress (Daniel 12:7)
- “Time, times, and half a time”;
  The Protection of the Remnant (Revelation 12:14)
- “Forty two months”;
  The Occupation of the Temple (Revelation 11:2)
- “Forty two months”;
  The Antichrist (Revelation 13:5)
- “Twelve hundred and sixty days”;
  The Two Witnesses (Revelation 11:3)
- “One thousand two hundred and sixty days”;
  The Protection of the Remnant (Revelation 12:6)
The Calculated Extensions: Daniel 12:11–13 “From the time that the regular sacrifice is abolished and the abomination of desolation is set up, there will be 1,290 days. 12“How blessed is he who keeps waiting and attains to the 1,335 days! 13But as for you, go your way to the end; then you will enter into rest and rise again for your allotted portion at the end of the age.”

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"The Words & the Grace"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

1st Assurance: “Behold, I am Coming Quickly” (22:6-11)

2nd Assurance: “Behold, I am Coming Quickly” (22:12-17)

Warning: “If Anyone Adds or Takes Away” (22:18-19)

Benediction: “Amen. Come Lord Jesus.” (22:20-21)

The Inspiration of the Bible

Definition: "The work of God whereby He superintended the human authors of the Bible so that they composed and recorded without error His message to mankind in the words of their original writings."[i]

[i] From Basic Theology, by Charles C. Ryrie, Victor Books, Wheaton, 1987, Page 71.

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"The Bright Morning Star & the Water of Life"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

1st Assurance: “Behold, I am Coming Quickly” (22:6-11)

2nd Assurance: “Behold, I am Coming Quickly” (22:12-17)

Warning: “If Anyone Adds or Takes Away” (22:18-19)

Benediction: “Amen. Come Lord Jesus.” (22:20-21)

2nd Assurance: “Behold, I am Coming Quickly” (22:12-17)

The Right to the Tree of Life (22:12-15)

The Right to the Water of Live (22:16-17)

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"The River & the Tree of Life"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

1st Assurance: “Behold, I am Coming Quickly” (22:6-11)

2nd Assurance: “Behold, I am Coming Quickly” (22:12-17)

Warning: “If Anyone Adds or Takes Away” (22:18-19)

Benediction: “Amen. Come Lord Jesus.” (22:20-21)

1st Assurance: “Behold, I am Coming Quickly” (22:6-11)

Heed the Words (22:6-9)

Unseal the Words (22:10-11)

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"The River & the Tree of Life"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

E. The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

THE NEW HEAVEN AND NEW EARTH (21:1)
THE NEW JERUSALEM (21:2-22:5)

THE NEW JERUSALEM (21:2-22:5))
The Holy City Coming Down (21:2-9)
The Materials Described 21:10-27)
The River and The Tree of Life (22:1-5)

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"The New Jerusalem, & the Glory"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

E. The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

THE NEW HEAVEN AND NEW EARTH (21:1)
THE NEW JERUSALEM (21:2-22:5)

THE NEW JERUSALEM (21:2-22:5))
The Holy City Coming Down (21:2-9)
The Materials Described 21:10-27)
The River and The Tree of Life (22:1-5)

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"The New Heaven & the New Earth"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

E. The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

THE NEW HEAVEN AND NEW EARTH (21:1)
THE NEW JERUSALEM (21:2-22:5)

THE NEW JERUSALEM (21:2-22:5))
The Holy City Coming Down (21:2-9)
The Materials Described 21:10-27)
The River and The Tree of Life (22:1-5)

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"The War & the Great White Throne"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

The Kingdom (20:1-15)
THE THOUSAND YEARS(20:1-6)
THE FINAL REBELLION(20:7-9)
THE LAKE OF FIRE(20:10-15)

THE LAKE OF FIRE(20:10-15)
The Devil (20:10)
The Great White Throne (20:11)
The Dead (20:12-13)
The Second Death (20:14)
The Book of Life (20:15)

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"The Supper of God & the Lake of Fire"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

The Kingdom (20:1-15)
THE THOUSAND YEARS(20:1-6)
THE FINAL REBELLION(20:7-9)
THE LAKE OF FIRE(20:10-15)

THE THOUSAND YEARS(20:1-6)
Satan Bound (20:1-3)
Saints Reign (20:4-6)

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"The Supper of God & the Lake of Fire"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

C. The Second Coming (19:1-21)

PRAISE FOR THE JUDGMENT OF THE HARLOT (19:1-5)
PRAISE FOR THE REWARD OF THE BRIDE(19:6-8)
THE MARRIAGE SUPPER OF THE LAMB(19:9-10)
“THE KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS” (19:11-16)
THE GREAT SUPPER OF GOD(19:17-21)

THE GREAT SUPPER OF GOD(19:17-21)
The Invitation by the Angel (19:17-18)
The Gathering of the Armies (19:19)
The Beast and the False Prophet (19:20)
The Sword and the Vultures (19:21)

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"The Word of God & the Wine Press"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

C. The Second Coming (19:1-21)

PRAISE FOR THE JUDGMENT OF THE HARLOT (19:1-5)
PRAISE FOR THE REWARD OF THE BRIDE(19:6-8)
THE MARRIAGE SUPPER OF THE LAMB(19:9-10)
“THE KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS” (19:11-16)
THE GREAT SUPPER OF GOD(19:17-21)

“THE KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS” (19:11-16)

The One Called ‘Faithful and True’ (19:11)
A Secret Name (19:12)
‘The Word of God’ (19:13)
The Heavenly Army (19:14)
A Sharp Sword and a Rod of Iron (19:15)
A Public Title (19:16)

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"The Worship Praise & the Wedding Feast"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

C. The Second Coming (19:1-21)

PRAISE FOR THE JUDGMENT OF THE HARLOT (19:1-5)
PRAISE FOR THE REWARD OF THE BRIDE(19:6-8)
THE MARRIAGE SUPPER OF THE LAMB(19:9-10)
“THE KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS” (19:11-16)
THE GREAT SUPPER OF GOD(19:17-21)

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"The Grieving & the Rejoicing"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

The Condemnation (18:1-3)
The Invitation (18:4-8)
The Lamentation (18:9-19)
The Celebration (18:20-24)

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"The Condemnation & the Invitation"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

The Condemnation (18:1-3)
The Invitation (18:4-8)
The Lamentation (18:9-19)
The Celebration (18:20-24)

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"The Beast & the Lamb"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

The Description (17:1-7)
The Interpretation (17:8-18)
- The Beast of Wonder (17:8)
- The Seven Heads (17:9)
- The Eighth Beast (17:10-11)
- The Ten Horns (17:12-13)
- The War Against the Lamb (17:14)
- The Execution of Judgment (17:15-18)

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"The Harlot & the Beast"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

The Description (17:1-7)
- The Great Harlot (17:1-2)
- The Scarlet Beast (17:3-4)
- The Name (17:5)
- The Intoxication (17:6-7)
The Interpretation (17:8-18)

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"The Three Demons & the Seventh Bowl"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

1. THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)
- First Bowl (16:1-2)
- Second Bowl (16:3)
- Third Bowl (16:4-7)
- Fourth Bowl (16:8-9)
- Fifth Bowl (16:10-11)
- Sixth Bowl (16:12-16)

The Euphrates River: Dried Up (12:12)

The Three Demons: Summons to War (12:13-15)

The Field of Battle: Har-Megedon (12:16)

- Seventh Bowl (16:17-21)

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"The Seven Angels and The Bowls"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

1. THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

The Euphrates River: Dried Up (12:12)

The Three Demons: Summons to War (12:13-15)

The Field of Battle: Har-Megedon (12:16)

- Seventh Bowl (16:17-21)

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"The Seven Angels and The Song"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

THE PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

The Seven Angels (15:1)
The Sea of Glass (15:2)
The Song of Moses and of the Lamb (15:3-4)
The Seven Golden Bowls (15:5-8)

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"The Son of Man & the Wine Press"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

THE PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

Picture of the Lamb & the 144,000 (14:1-5)
Proclamation of the Eternal Gospel (14:6-7)
Pronouncement of Judgment (14:8-12)
Praise for Those Who Die in The Lord (14:13)
Preview of Armageddon (14:14-20)

• Preview of Armageddon (14:14-20)

The Son of Man: The Earth (14:14-16)
The Angel of the Temple: The Vine (14:17-19)
The Great Winepress:
The Flood of Blood (14:20)

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"The Pronouncement & the Beatitude"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

THE PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

Picture of the Lamb & the 144,000 (14:1-5)
Proclamation of the Eternal Gospel (14:6-7)
Pronouncement of Judgment (14:8-12)
Praise for Those Who Die in The Lord (14:13)
Preview of Armageddon (14:14-20)

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"The Lamb and the 144,000"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

THE PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

Picture of the Lamb & the 144,000 (14:1-5)
Proclamation of the Eternal Gospel (14:6-7)
Pronouncement of Judgment (14:8-12)
Praise for Those Who Die in The Lord (14:13)
Preview of Armageddon (14:14-20)

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"The Image and the Number"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

THE PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

The Woman (12:1-2)
The Dragon (12:3-4)
The Child (12:5-6)
The Angel (12:7-12)
The Remnant (12:13-17)
The Beast out of the Sea (13:1-10)
The Beast out of the Earth (13:11-18)

• The Beast out of the Earth (13:11-18)

His Origin & Description (13:11)
His Power & Authority (13:12-15)
His Mark & Number (13:16-18)

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"The Dragon and the Beast"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

THE PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

The Woman (12:1-2)
The Dragon (12:3-4)
The Child (12:5-6)
The Angel (12:7-12)
The Remnant (12:13-17)
The Beast out of the Sea (13:1-10)
The Beast out of the Earth (13:11-18)

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"The Angel and the Remnant"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

THE PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

The Woman (12:1-2)
The Dragon (12:3-4)
The Child (12:5-6)
The Angel (12:7-12)
The Remnant (12:13-17)
The Beast out of the Sea (13:1-10)
The Beast out of the Earth (13:11-18)

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"The Woman and the Dragon"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

THE PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

The Woman (12:1-2)
The Dragon (12:3-4)
The Child (12:5-6)
The Angel (12:7-12)
The Remnant (12:13-17)
The Beast out of the Sea (13:1-10)
The Beast out of the Earth (13:11-18)

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"The Seventh Trumpet & the Ark of the Covenant"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14) * Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

• Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

The Loud Voices in Heaven (11:15)
The Twenty-Four Elders (11:16-18)
The Ark of the Covenant (11:19)

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"The Strong Angel & the Little Book"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14) * Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

The Measuring Rod and the Temple (11:1-2)
The Prophets and the Power (11:3-6)
The Beast and the Killing (11:7-10)
The Breath of Life (11:11-12)
The Earthquake and the City (11:13)
The Announcement (11:14)

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"The Strong Angel & the Little Book"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14) * Seventh Trumpet (11:15-19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

The Strong Angel and Little Book (10:1-2)
The Seven Peals of Thunder (10:3-4)
The Angel and the Oath (10:5-7)
The Voice and the Command (10:8-11)

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"The Euphrates & the 200 Million-Man Army"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet: “Woe” (9:1-12)
Sixth Trumpet (9:13-21)
- The Great River Euphrates (9:13)
- The 200 Million-Man Army (9:14-19)
- The Unrepentant Mankind (9:20-21)

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"The Locusts & the Sting"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)
Fifth Trumpet: “Woe” (9:1-12)

The Key to the Bottomless Pit (9:1-2)

The Locusts with a Painful Sting (9:3-6)

The Description (9:7-10)

The King (9:11)

The Announcement (9:12)

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"The Four Trumpets & the Eagle"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)
First Trumpet (8:7)
Second Trumpet (8:8-9)
Third Trumpet (8:10-11)
Fourth Trumpet (8:12-13)

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"The Silence & the Golden Censer"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)
First Seal (6:1-2)
Second Seal (6:3-4)
Third Seal (6:5-6)
Fourth Seal (6:7-8)
Fifth Seal (6:9-11)
Sixth Seal (6:12-17)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

Seventh Seal (8:1-6)

Seventh Seal (8:1-6)

A Half-Hour of Silence in Heaven (8:1)

Seven Angels with Seven Trumpets (8:2)

An Angel with the Golden Censer (8:3-5)

First Assignment: Smoke

Second Assignment: Fire

Preparation to Sound the Trumpets (8:6)

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"The Multitude and the Lamb-Shepherd"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)
First Seal (6:1-2)
Second Seal (6:3-4)
Third Seal (6:5-6)
Fourth Seal (6:7-8)
Fifth Seal (6:9-11)
Sixth Seal (6:12-17)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

Seventh Seal (8:1-6)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

The People’s Declaration (7:9-10)
The Throne Company’s Worship (7:11-12)
The Elder’s Explanation (7:13-17)

APPENDIX: A Summary of “The Olivet Discourse”

Matthew 24-25

The Signs (24:1-28)
The Birth Pangs (24:4-14)

The First 3 ½ Years

The Great Tribulation (24:15-28)

The Abomination of Desolation

The Escape

The Coming (24:29-31)
The Illustrations (24:3-15:30)
The Fig Tree(24:32-35)
The Days of Noah(24:36-39)
The Twos(24:40-41)
The Faithful Householder /
The Wise Servant /
The Ten Virgins /
The Talents (24:42-25:30)
The Judgment of the Gentiles (25:31-46);
Based upon the evidence of how these Gentiles treat “the least of these My brethren” (The Jewish Remnant)
The reception and care of the messengers will be equated with the reception of the Message;
Isaiah 66:18-20

Note: For the ‘Catching Away’ before the start of the ‘70th Week’ of Daniel (Daniel 9:27; The 7-Year Tribulation), remember that the Church was “a mystery hidden” (Ephesians 3:1-12). Even Jesus in this message in Matthew does not mention it, but goes directly to the subject of the Tribulation and the Great Tribulation ending with the judgment of the Gentile nations, the earthly compliment to the heavenly scene in Revelation 7:9-17;
See also and compare: 1Thessalonians 4:13-18; 5:1-5; 2Thessalonians 2:3-10.

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"The Seal and the Tribes of Israel"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

The Angels and the Winds (7:1)
The Seal of the Living God (7:2-3)
The Sons of Israel (7:4)
The Twelve Tribes (7:5-8)

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"The Martyrs and the Persecutors"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)
First Seal (6:1-2)
Second Seal (6:3-4)
Third Seal (6:5-6)
Fourth Seal (6:7-8)
Fifth Seal (6:9-11)
Sixth Seal (6:12-17)

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"The Lamb and the Four Horsemen"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

B. The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)

THE 144,000 JEWS (7:1-8)

THE MULTITUDE OF GENTILES (7:9-17)

THE TRUMPET JUDGMENTS (8:7-11:19)

THE LITTLE BOOK (10:1-11)

THE TWO WITNESSES (11:1-14)

THE SEVEN CHARACTERS (12:1-13:18)

THE PREVIEW OF THE END (14:1-20)

PRELUDE TO THE BOWLS (15:1-8)

THE BOWL JUDGMENTS (16:1-21)

RELIGIOUS BABYLON (17:1-18)

COMMERCIAL BABYLON (18:1-24)

THE SEAL JUDGMENTS (6:1-8:6)
First Seal (6:1-2)
Second Seal (6:3-4)
Third Seal (6:5-6)
Fourth Seal (6:7-8)
Fifth Seal (6:9-11)
Sixth Seal (6:12-17)

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"The Song and the Worship"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

A. The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)

THE THRONE (4:1-11)
THE SCROLL (5:1-14)

THE SCROLL (5:1-14)
Seven Seals (5:1-5)
One Lamb Standing (5:6-7)
Multitudes Worship (5:8-14)

Appendix: Biblical Music

SIGNIFICANCE IN SCRIPTURE

302 REFERENCES

“Song(s)” - 75; “Sang” - 16; “Sing(s)(ing)(ers)” - 175

“Music(al)(ians)” - 19

“Psalm(s)(ist)” - 10

“Hymn(s)” – 7

ONE WHOLE BOOK OF THE BIBLE

150 Psalms with Total of 2,461 Verses

INDIVIDUAL SONGS

Song of Solomon, (A book of its’ own.)

“Song of Solomon”

Note: An Opera or Musical Drama

Exodus 15:1-21

“Song of Moses and Miriam”

Deuteronomy 31:19,22,30; 32:1-44

“Song of Moses and Joshua”

Revelation 15:3-4

“Song of Moses and of The Lamb”

Isaiah 26:1-6

“Song of Isaiah”

SINGERS/MUSICIANS SPECIAL STATUS IN THE LAW OF MOSES

Military Service (Joshua 6:4, 15, 20; Judges 7:18-22)
Service in the Temple

(1Chronicles 6:1-47; 9:33; 15:16, 19, 27; 2Chronicles 5:12-13; 7:6)

Rebuilding and Rededicating the Walls of Jerusalem

(Nehemiah 7:1,44,67,73; 12:27-47)

From the Priestly Tribe of Levi

(Ezra 7:7,24)

SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN

Singled-out “Musician”: David

(1Samuel 16:18)

Singled-out “Psalmist”: David

(2Samuel 23:1)

Singled-out “Singer”: Heman

(1Chronicles 6:33)

Famous Duet: Paul and Silas

(Acts 16:25)

Note: From the “Breaking into Europe” Tour

TYPES, STYLES AND OCCASIONS OF SONGS

“Night” (Job 35:10; Isaiah 30:28

“Awake” (Judges 5:12)

“Troubled” (Proverbs 25:20)

“Deliverance” (Psalm 32:7)

“Wedding” (Psalm 78:63)

“A Vineyard” (Isaiah 27:2)

“Cheerful” (James 5:13)

“The Lord’s Song” (Psalm 137:4)

“Song of Zion” (Psalm 137:3)

“Song of Judah” (Isaiah 26:1)

“The Trees” (Psalm 96:12)

“The Mountains” (Psalm 9:8)

“Birds” (Zephaniah 2:14)

“The Morning Stars” (Job 38:7)

“The Lord is my strength and MY SONG” (Exodus 15:2)

THE MESSIAH HIMSELF SINGS

Psalm 22:22; Isaiah 62:5; Zephaniah 3:17[NIV];
Hebrews 2:12.

INSTRUMENTS USED

Lyres, Harps, Stringed Instruments, Cymbals,
Timbrels (Tambourines), Pipe, “Instruments”
113 “Trumpet(s)(ers)”
16 “Horns” (for music not animals)
Psalm 150, (About half of this list is rhythm or percussion.)

“CONTEMPORARY MUSIC”

9 Times “A New Song”

(Psalm 33:3; 40:3; 96:1: 98:1; 144:9; 149:1; Isaiah 42:10; Revelation 5:9; 14:3)

TYPES OF “WRONG” MUSIC

“… of fools” (Ecclesiastes 7:5)
“… of the harlot” (Isaiah 23:15)
“… of the ruthless” (Isaiah 25:5)
Mocking and Mockers (Lament. 3:14,63)
Idolatry (Daniel 3:1-18)
Sensual (Ezekiel 33:32)
“NOISE” (Amos 5:32; 6:5; 8:3,10)

MUSIC PERFORMED “SKILLFUL(LY)”

7 Times

(1Chronicles 15:22; 2 Chronicles 34:12; 1Samuel 16:16,18; Psalm 33:3; 47:7; Isaiah 23:16)

1 Time “Softly” (Ecclesiastes 12:4)

8 Times “Loud(er)” (Exodus 19:16,19 twice; 1Chronicles 15:16,28; 16:5, 2Chronicles 30:21; Psalm 150:5)

MUSIC ASSOCIATED WITH “DANCING”

13 Times

(Exodus 15:20; Judges 11:34; 21:21-23; 1Samuel 18:6; 21:11; 29:5; 2Samuel 6:14,16; Psalm 30:11; 149:3; 150:4; Jeremiah 31:4; Luke 15:25)

But “Improper” Dancing

Idolatry (Exodus 32:19)
Enemy’s Victory (1Samuel 30:16)
Sensual/Erotic (Matthew 14:6; Mark 6:22)

NO MUSIC ASSOCIATED WITH

“LIFTING” or “RAISING HANDS”

In Prayer (1Timothy 2:8)
In Blessing God (Psalm 63:4; 119:48; 134:2)
In Blessing People (Lev 9:22; Luke 24:50)
In “Amen”s (Nehemiah 8:6)
In Oath (Deut 32:40; Daniel 12:7; Rev 10:5)

“CLAPPING HANDS”

Shout of Joy (Psalm 47:1)
“The Rivers” (Psalm 98:8) and “The Trees” (Isaiah 55:2)

EPHESIANS 5:18-19 AND COLOSSIANS 3:16

“BE FILLED WITH THE SPIRIT.”

AND “LET THE WORD OF CHRIST RICHLY DWELL WITHIN YOU.”

“psalms …”

Primarily denotes striking or plucking stringed instruments
NT references to:

The Book of Psalms (Luke 20:42; 24:44; Acts 1:20)

A particular “Psalm” (Acts 13:33)

Psalms in general (Here in both; 1Cor 14:26)

“hymns …”

‘umnos, ‘umnew; primarily praise to God (here in both)
This word used referring to:

“The Hallel” (Matt 26:30; Mark 14:26; [Part of Psalms 113-118])

Praises in the NT (Acts 16:25; Heb 2:12)

“spiritual songs …”

wde; or “ode” (here in both)
A general expression for songs (Rev 5:9; 14:3; 15:3)

“singing …”

To sing, as in praise to God (here in both)
Used in connection with above “spiritual songs”
(Rev 5:9; 14:3; 15:3)

“making melody with your heart …”

Similar to above ysalmos; To play or strike a stringed instrument (here only in Eph 5:19)
Note: “with your heart” [NASB] is here used and not “in …”, implies the idea of composing (Rom 15:9; 1Cor 14:15; James 5:13)

“speaking to one another …” (Eph) and
“teaching and admonishing one another …” (Col)

Music lyrics and singing directed to one another
For the purpose of instruction, encouragement and exhortation
As part of conversation

“to the Lord” (Eph) and “to God” (Col)

For adoration, praise, thanksgiving, rejoicing
Songs addressed directly to Him

Note: Remember this is all evidence of filling work of the Spirit (Eph) and the rich indwelling of the Word of Christ (Col)!

Note: Hymns of Worship and Remembrance. Gospel Perpetuating Fund Publishers; Topeka, Kansas; 1960. (“The Little Black Book”):
To Ourselves (Church and Fellow Christians): 37%
To Others (Personal Testimony to Anyone): 15%
To God/Jesus/Holy Spirit (Addressed Directly): 48%
Praise! Our Songs and Hymns. Singspiration Music, Zondervan, Grand Rapids MI, 1980.
To Ourselves (Church and Fellow Christians): 29%
To Others (Personal Testimony to Anyone): 46%
To God/Jesus/Holy Spirit (Addressed Directly): 25%

DERIVED PRINCIPLES OF MUSIC EVALUATION:

LYRICS: Truth, Revelation, Gospel
PURPOSES: Worship, Evangelism, Edification
AUDIENCE: Cultural Adaptation
VEHICLE: Expressions, Emotions
BALANCE: The Body of Christ

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"The Scroll and the Lamb"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

A. The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)

THE THRONE (4:1-11)
THE SCROLL (5:1-14)

THE SCROLL (5:1-14)
Seven Seals (5:1-5)
One Lamb Standing (5:6-7)
Multitudes Worship (5:8-14)

TRIBUTARIES: Isaiah 11:1; “Then a shoot will spring from the stem of Jesse, And a branchfrom his roots will bear fruit.”;
Isaiah 11:10; “Then in that day The nations will resort to the root of Jesse, Who will stand as a signal for the peoples; And His resting place will be glorious.”;
Jeremiah 23:5; “‘Behold, the days are coming,’ declares the Lord, ‘When I will raise up for David a righteous Branch; And He will reign as king and act wisely And do justice and righteousness in the land.’”;
Notice: The Messiah is described as both “a branch” from Jesse and “the root” of Jesse
With: Romans 15:12 (Quoting: Isaiah11:10); “Again Isaiah says, ‘There shall come the root of Jesse, And He who arises to rule over the Gentiles, In Him shall the Gentiles hope.’”

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"The Creatures and the Elders"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

A. The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)

THE THRONE (4:1-11)
THE SCROLL (5:1-14)

THE THRONE (4:1-11)
Invitation (4:1)
Description (4:2-8)
Worship (4:9-11)

APPENDIX: The Crowns of Reward

“The IMPERISHABLE Wreath” (1Cor 9:25)
for Self-Control
“The Crown of EXULTATION” (1Thess 2:19)
for Leading Others to the Lord
and Nurturing Them
“The Crown of RIGHTEOUSNESS” (2Tim 4:8)
for Loving His Appearing
“The Unfading Crown of GLORY” (1Pet 5:3-4)
For Fruitful Ministry of the Word
“The Crown of LIFE” (James 1:12; Rev 2:10)
for Perseverance and Faithfulness

See: The example of the Twenty-Four Elders before the throne (Revelation 4:4, 9-11)

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"Heaven and the Throne"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)
The Tribulation (6:1-18:24)
The Second Coming (19:1-21)
The Kingdom (20:1-15)
The Eternal State (21:1-22:5)

A. The Heavenly Scene (4:1-5:14)

THE THRONE (4:1-11)
THE SCROLL (5:1-14)

THE THRONE (4:1-11)
Invitation (4:1)
Description (4:2-8)
Worship (4:9-11)

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"Laodicea and the Door"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

A. Ephesus (2:1-7)

B. Smyrna (2:8-11)

C. Pergamum (2:12-17)

D. Thyatira (2:18-29)

E. Sardis (3:1-6)

F. Philadelphia (3:7-13)

G. Laodicea (3:14-22)

Commission[i]
Character
Commendation - None
Confrontation
Correction
Challenge - First
Call - Reverse order

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

Appendix: “Repentance”
in
The Letters to The Seven Churches

“Left your first love” (2:4-5)
@ Ephesus
“Hold the teaching of Balaam/Nicolaitans” (2:14-16)
@ Pergamum
“Tolerate the woman Jezebel” (2:20-22)
@ Thyatira
“Have a name that you are alive” (3:1-3)
@ Sardis
“Are neither cold nor hot” (3:15-19)
@ Laodicea

NOTE: None called for @ Smyrna or Philadelphia

Appendix: The Seven Promises
to the Overcomers

The Tree of Life (2:7 w/ 22:2)
No Second Death (2:11 w/ 20:6)
A New Name (2:17 w/ 22:4)
The Morning Star (2:28 w/ 22:16)
A White Garment (3:5 w/ 19:8)
A Pillar in the Temple (3:12 w/ 21:9-21)
Share in the Throne (3:21 w/ 20:4)

Note: The para-church movements began by individuals who responded to God in the middle of the 20th Century;

- Dwight L. Moody (Moody Bible Institute)
- Lewis Sperry Chafer (Dallas Theological Seminary)
- Billy Graham (Billy Graham Evangelistic Association)
- Bill Bright (Campus Crusade for Christ)
- Dawson Trotman (The Navigators)
- James Dobson (Focus on the Family)
- Francis Schaeffer (L’abri Fellowship)
- David Noebel (Summit Ministries)
- Larry Burkett (Crown Financial Ministries)
- Many other examples

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"Philadelphia and the Name"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

A. Ephesus (2:1-7)

B. Smyrna (2:8-11)

C. Pergamum (2:12-17)

D. Thyatira (2:18-29)

E. Sardis (3:1-6)

F. Philadelphia (3:7-13)

G. Laodicea (3:14-22)

F. Philadelphia (3:7-13)

Commission[i]
Character
Commendation
Confrontation - None
Correction Encouragement
Challenge - First
Call - Reverse order

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

APPENDIX: “In His Name”[i]

1Corinthians 1:10-15

INTRODUCTION

Note: Full Name, “Lord Jesus Christ”

The significance of the “Name” of the Lord or activities associated with His “Name” is not to be found in its mere letters or syllables in a particular language. “His Name” does not have authority or influence because of some superstition attached to its pronunciation. It has its meaning and significance because it represents Him, His identity, His person and His work. In short, you could say it is His “reputation.” Try quoting any of the verses referenced below by substituting the word “reputation” as a synonym for “name.” For instance, the familiar 23rd Psalm becomes clearer: “He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His reputation’s sake.”

THE OLD TESTAMENT

There are approximately 350 references to the “name of the Lord” in the Old Testament in regard to one aspect or another.

HISTORICAL

In Genesis it is used six times in the context of “calling on the Name …”:

Men in general(4:26): During the time of human history connected with the birth of Seth’s son Enosh, it is said they “. . . began to call upon the name of the LORD.”
Abram at Bethel(12:8): As Abram set out in obedience to the promise and the call of God, “…he built an altar to the LORD, and called upon the name of the LORD.”
Abram again at Bethel(13:4): And after spending some time in Egypt because of a famine, he returned to that same altar and “called upon the name of the LORD” a second time.
Hagar(16:13): Upon being reassured personally by the Angel of the LORD concerning her son, Sarai’s maid “called on the name of the LORD.”
Abraham at Beersheba(21:33): After securing clear exclusive rights to the well of water in Paran, Abraham “planted a tamarisk tree at Beersheba, and there he called on the name of the LORD, the Everlasting God.”
Isaac at Beersheba(26:25): Isaac, many years later, having had disputes over several wells in the same area, finally dug one he named Rehoboth. At that time the LORD appeared to him to re-confirm His promise, and “So he built an altar there, and called upon the name of the LORD.”

In Exodus:

“I Am …My name forever”(3:14-15)
“You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain.”(20:7)

In other references God associates His Name:

With a Place(Deuteronomy 12:11; 26:2)
With the Nation of Israel(Deuteronomy 28:10)
With the Temple(1Kings 8:29 with 9:3)
With the city of Jerusalem(2Chronicles 6:6 with 12:13)
With the tribe of Judah(Psalm 78:67-69)
SIGNIFICANCE
It is “Everlasting”(Psalm 135:13)
It is the standard for the authority of His “Word”(Psalm 138:2)
“His name alone is exalted.”(Psalm 148:13)
It is “a strong tower”(Proverbs 18:10)
“I am the Lord, that is my name; and I will not give My Glory to another.”(Isaiah 42:8)

THE NEW TESTAMENT

HISTORICAL
John the Baptist associated the name “Jehovah” with the person of Jesus Christ.(Matthew 3:3 with Isaiah 40:3)
Jesus used the name of “I Am” for His own identity.(John 8:58 with Exodus 3:13,14)
His present full name is “the Lord Jesus Christ”(1Corinthians 1:10)
His future title is “King of kings and Lord of lords”(Revelation 19:16)
PROMISES RELATED TO HIS NAME
Believing:LIFE (John 20:31)
Asking:ANSWERED PRAYER (John 14:13,14)
Teaching & Baptizing:PERMANENT PRESENCE (Matthew 28:18-20)
Ministering:BEING UN-FORGOTTEN (Hebrews 6:10)
Being Reproached:BLESSED (1Peter 4:14)
Gathering:PERSONAL PRESENCE (Matthew 18:20)
Gathering:POWER (1Corinthians 5:4)

Notice: There are two promises associated with gathering “in His Name.” One concerns Christ’s own presence in the gathering, regardless of how small it may be. And the other gives Paul the authority to call for the discipline of a member when they are assembled.

CONDUCT
Living Morally(2Timothy 2:19): Even though it is humanly impossible to know for certain about another’s salvation, yet being identified as one who “names the name of the Lord” is enough to challenge a lifestyle change that refrains from immorality.
Giving Thanks(Ephesians 5:20): Our thanksgiving to God the Father is under the auspices of “…in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Suffering(Acts 5:41): Peter and the other apostles were actually rejoicing because “they had been considered worthy to suffer shame for His name.”
Glorified in us(2Thessalonians 1:12): Paul’s prayer for the dear believers at this church included “…that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you.”
EXCELLENCE
“His name ALONE” (Acts 4:12)
Not sharing competition from other names (Isaiah 42:8 and 1Corinthians 1:10-15): Why risk a division of “glory” by adding a second name of identification, such as ‘this’ or ‘that type’ of Christian?
Other possible names taken by believers:

Other People: prominent church leaders or founders. There is little question that renowned men and women of courage and faith should be recognized, but why make their names an association to distinguish one group of believers from another.

A Doctrine: whether in error or correct is not at issue here. But the fact that even a right doctrine is selected as a point of identity of a particular group, as if no other holds that same truth, gives way to spiritual pride, division and confusion.

An Order or Method: that is a certain way of doing things. It may be unique and real, but it should not be elevated to the status of forming our identity or label to separate us from other gatherings of believers.

A Government or Organizational Structure: as above, may accurately describe the way a group of churches have chosen to associate themselves. It may designate a hierarchy of “bishops” or a committee of “overseers” or a loose confederation, but it should not be the distinguishing mark of a group of churches.

Right Names but with Wrong Attitude: Even those who identified themselves as “of Christ” in the context of exclusive pride were included in Paul’s rebuke! So even the name “Christian” should not be taken as if all the rest were not. Consider: “Churches of Christ” is used only ONE time in the NT (Rom 16:16); “Church(es) of God” is used ELEVEN times (Acts 20:28; 1Cor 1:2; 10:32; 11:16, 22; 15:9; 2Cor 1:1; Gal 1:13; 1Thess 2:14; 2Thess 1:4; 1Tim 3:5); “The church of the living God” is used ONCE (1Tim 3:15)

Only the Idea Of “His Name Alone”: Some non-denominational churches use this; taking no other label as if the absence of such makes them superior.

‘David’s Denomination’ (Psalm 119:63): There is a simplicity and a freedom that comes from sincerely and humbly identifying yourself as “a companion of all those who fear Thee.”
“Do ALL in His name” (Colossians 3:17): Everything we do and are should be in identification with His name (His reputation) and that certainly includes our association with His church.
“Which is ABOVE every name” (Philippians 2:9-11): There is no other name equal to His. He has the title of Lord, and that definitely includes His Lordship over His own Body.

Note: The name “Christian” was started by outsiders (Acts 11:26; 26:28) and Peter used it in the context of persecution (1Peter 4:16);
Label of “the Way” was used six times (Acts 9:2; 19:9, 23; 22:4; 24:14, 22);
One time is reference made to “the sect of the Nazarenes” by the prosecution lawyer Tertullus before Felix (Acts 24:5)

[i] Excerpt from the book From the Fold to the Flock by Glendall Toney, July 2012; Xulon Press.

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"Sardis and the False Reputation"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

A. Ephesus (2:1-7)

B. Smyrna (2:8-11)

C. Pergamum (2:12-17)

D. Thyatira (2:18-29)

E. Sardis (3:1-6)

F. Philadelphia (3:7-13)

G. Laodicea (3:14-22)

E. Sardis (3:1-6)

Commission[i]
Character
Commendation
Confrontation
Correction
Challenge - First
Call - Reverse order

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

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"Thyatira and the Woman Jezebel"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

A. Ephesus (2:1-7)

B. Smyrna (2:8-11)

C. Pergamum (2:12-17)

D. Thyatira (2:18-29)

E. Sardis (3:1-6)

F. Philadelphia (3:7-13)

G. Laodicea (3:14-22)

D. Thyatira (2:18-29)

Commission[i]
Character
Commendation
Confrontation
Correction
Challenge - First
Call - Reverse Order

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

Tributary: Jeremiah 3:6–10 (NASB95, emphasis mine)

“Then the Lord said to me in the days of Josiah the king, ‘Have you seen what faithless Israel did? She went up on every high hill and under every green tree, and she was a harlot there. 7 I thought, “After she has done all these things she will return to Me”; but she did not return, and her treacherous sister Judah saw it. 8 And I saw that for all the adulteries of faithless Israel, I had sent her away and given her a writ of divorce, yet her treacherous sister Judah did not fear; but she went and was a harlot also. 9 Because of the lightness of her harlotry, she polluted the land and committed adultery with stones and trees. 10 Yet in spite of all this her treacherous sister Judah did not return to Me with all her heart, but rather in deception,’ declares the Lord.”

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"Pergamum and My Name"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

A. Ephesus (2:1-7)

B. Smyrna (2:8-11)

C. Pergamum (2:12-17)

D. Thyatira (2:18-29)

E. Sardis (3:1-6)

F. Philadelphia (3:7-13)

G. Laodicea (3:14-22)

C. Pergamum (2:12-17)

Commission[i]
Character
Commendation
Confrontation
Correction
Call
Challenge

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

Tributary: Malachi 3:16–17; (NASB95) “Then those who feared the LORD spoke to one another, and the LORD gave attention and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before Him for those who fear the LORD and who esteem His name. 17‘They will be Mine,’ says the LORD of hosts, ‘on the day that I prepare My own possession, and I will spare them as a man spares his own son who serves him.’”

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"Smyrna and the Crown of Life"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

A. Ephesus (2:1-7)

B. Smyrna (2:8-11)

C. Pergamum (2:12-17)

D. Thyatira (2:18-29)

E. Sardis (3:1-6)

F. Philadelphia (3:7-13)

G. Laodicea (3:14-22)

B. Smyrna (2:8-11)

Commission[i]
Character
Commendation
Confrontation – None
Correction Encouragement
Call
Challenge

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

Tributaries: "The first and the last"

Isaiah 41:4; “Who has performed and accomplished it, Calling forth the generations from the beginning? ‘I, the Lord, am the first, and with the last. I am He.’

Isaiah 44:6; “Thus says the Lord, the King of Israel and his Redeemer, the Lord of hosts: ‘I am the first and I am the last, And there is no God besides Me.”;
Isaiah 48:12; “Listen to Me, O Jacob, even Israel whom I called; I am He, I am the first, I am also the last.”

Tributary: The Accuser

Zechariah 3:1; “Then he showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the Lord, and Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him.”

APPENDIX: THE CROWNS OF REWARD

“An IMPERISHABLE Wreath”(1Cor 9:25)
for Self-Control
“The Crown of EXULTATION”(1Thess 2:19)
for Leading Others to the Lord and Nurturing Them
“The Crown of RIGHTEOUSNESS” (2Tim 4:8)
for Loving His Appearing
“The Unfading Crown of GLORY”(1Pet 5:3-4)
for Fruitful Ministry of the Word
“The Crown of LIFE”(James 1:12; Rev 2:10)
for Perseverance and Faithfulness

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"Ephesus and the False Apostles"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

A. Ephesus (2:1-7)

B. Smyrna (2:8-11)

C. Pergamum (2:12-17)

D. Thyatira (2:18-29)

E. Sardis (3:1-6)

F. Philadelphia (3:7-13)

G. Laodicea (3:14-22)

A. Ephesus (2:1-7)

Commission[i]
Character
Commendation
Confrontation
Correction
Call
Challenge

[i] This alliteration of characteristics from Daniel/Revelation Class Notes; Dr. Kenneth F. McKinley, LeTourneau College, 1973.

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"The Son of Man and The Lampstands"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN” – The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN” – The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

A. The Setting (1:9)

The Persecution (1:9a)
The Location (1:9b)

B. The Voice (1:10-11)

The Interruption (1:10)
The Direction (1:11)

C. The Encounter (1:12-20)

The Description (1:12-16)
The Introduction (1:17-18)
The Commission (1:19)
The Explanation (1:20)

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"Jesus Christ, The Faithful Witness"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

Prologue (1:1-8)

• Introduction (1:1-3)

Title (1:1a)

Originator (1:1b)

Communicator (1:1c)

Witness (1:1d-2)

Blessing (1:3)

• Salutation (1:4-8)

Author (1:4a)

Recipients (1:4b)

Triune Greeting (1:4c-5a)

Doxology (1:5b-6)

Theme (1:7)

Declaration (1:8)

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"Behold, He is Coming!"

The Outline:

Prologue (1:1-8)

I. “THE THINGS WHICH YOU HAVE SEEN”– The Son of Man and The Lampstands
(1:9-20)

II. “THE THINGS WHICH ARE”
– The Letters to The Seven Churches
(2:1-3:22)

III. “THE THINGS WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE”
– The Judgments and The Characters
(4:1-22:5)

Epilogue (22:6-21)

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"Sit, Walk Stand"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

APPENDIX: The Interval Between the 69th and 70th Week of Daniel 9:24-27

“THEN AFTER THE SIXTY-TWO WEEKS”

– The incident to follow is not the termination of “the 62 weeks” but is to occur sometime “after”

– Definite Article: “The…” refers to that previous timeframe in v26 not a “restart”

– NOTE: Why 69 weeks total so far is even split up into “7 weeks and 62 weeks” is not explained, but MALACHI did complete the O.T. Canon of Scripture in 396BC, which is 49 years from the “decree” to rebuild Jerusalem

“THE MESSIAH WILL BE CUT OFF AND HAVE NOTHING”

– Completely denied access to His rightful earthly reign and inheritance of David’s throne

– His DEATH is strongly implied here; His disinheritance is definitely foretold

“THE PEOPLE OF THE PRINCE WHO IS TO COME”

– Another “prince” who is not the Messiah, (with a lower case “p”)

– There is only one such who would qualify: “the little horn” from the final “Ten-Horned Empire”

– It is the “people” who will do this next action, not “the prince”

– Therefore the “people” must be those of that Empire before this “prince” actually comes into power

“WILL DESTROY THE CITY AND THE SANCTUARY”

– Complete destruction of the very thing that was “decreed” to rebuild at the beginning of the “70 weeks”

– But the last “70th week” is yet to kick off

– Implied GAP between the 69th and 70th week at least long enough for these two events to take place: The Messiah rejected and killed, and the destruction of the city and sanctuary

ALTERNATIVES TO THE 7-YEAR PLACEMENT:

Some associate it around Jesus’ death on the cross after approximately 3 ½ years of ministry because His sacrifice for sin put an end to the sacrifices
And some who place it there also apply the last “week” of Daniel’s 70 Weeks as the last week of days in Jesus life; Making Jesus’ death on Wednesday of that week
But that puts Jesus’ death as identical to the “abomination of desolation” which cannot be so; Jesus was crucified completely outside the city and could never be said to have desecrated it
And Daniel’s 70 Weeks prophecy was never about “weeks” of days centered around the Sabbath day; But based on the 7-year calendar for Sabbath Years in Israel’s calendar cycle
Some place the 7-year period around the destruction of the temple in ad70 by Titus and the Roman army with very convincing descriptions of the event and parallel to that of the Tribulation
But that puts a definition on the “abomination of desolation” that was never applied in Scripture; Demolition of the Temple is not at all the same as the Defilement
The destruction by Nebuchadnezzar (586bc) was not defined in those terms; Whereas Daniel’s own prophecy of the desecration (Daniel 11:31) that was later fulfilled by Antiochus IV Epiphanes (167bc) is clearly identified the same way as this to be done by “the prince who is to come”
The specific short term fulfillment of the “abomination” by Antiochus Epiphanes becomes a confirmation and illustration of the long range prophecy of the “prince who is to come” and his “abomination” in the middle of the 70th Week
So then we are left with a ‘mystery.’ In fact that is what the New Testament itself calls it and is exactly what Paul claims to have been revealed through him as His stewardship to deliver; It is “the church” the “body” of Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23; 2:16; 3:3-5, 9); It is also called by Paul “one new man” (Ephesians 2:15)

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"A New Communication"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

THE POWER(6:10)
THE POSITION(6:11-12)
THE PROTECTION (6:13-17)
THE PETITION(6:18-20)

a. Its Scope(6:18)

b. Its Object(6:19-20)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

The Courier (6:21-22)
The Benediction (6:23-24)

APPENDIX: Prayer Requests made by Paul

Romans 15:30-32

“Strive together with me in you prayers”
“That I may be rescued from those who are disobedient in Judea”
“That my service for Jerusalem may prove acceptable to the saints”
“So that I may come to you in joy by the will of God…”
“…And find refreshing rest in your company”

2Corinthians 1:10-11

“You also join in helping us through your prayers”
“So that thanks may be given by many persons on our behalf…”
“…For the favor bestowed on us”

Ephesians 6:18-20

“Pray at all times in the Spirit”
“Be on the alert with all perseverance and petition…
“…For all the saints”
“And pray on my behalf”
“That utterance may be given to me in the opening of my mouth”
“To make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel”
“That in proclaiming it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak”

Colossians 4:2-4

“Devote yourselves to prayer”
“Keeping alert in it”
“With an attitude of thanksgiving”
“Praying at the same time for us as well”
“That God will open up to us a door for the word”
“So that we may speak forth the mystery of Christ”
“That I may make it clear in the way I ought to speak”

1Thessalonians 5:25 [No content suggested]

“Brethren, pray for us.”

2Thessalonians 3:1-2

“Pray for us”
“That the word of the Lord will spread rapidly…”
“…And be glorified”
“And that we will be rescued from perverse and evil men; for not all have faith”

1Timothy 2:1-4

“I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men,”
“For kings and all who are in authority”
“So that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life…”
“Who desires all men to be saved…”
“…And to come to the knowledge of the truth”

Philemon 22

“Prepare me a lodging, for I hope that through your prayers…”
“…I may be given to you”

[Hebrews 13:18-19]

“Pray for us, for we a sure that we have a good conscience”
“Desiring to conduct ourselves honorably in all things”
“And I urge you all the more to do this”
“So that I may be restored to you the sooner”

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"A New Victory"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

THE POWER(6:10)

a. Connected: The Lord(6:10a)

b. Calibrated: His Might(6:10b)

THE POSITION(6:11-12)

a. The Strategies from The Enemy(6:11)

b. The Opponents from Another Realm(6:12)

THE PROTECTION (6:13-17)

THE FULL ARMOR OF GOD: (6:13)

a. Belt of Truth(6:14a)

b. Breastplate of Righteousness(6:14b)

c. Shoes of The Gospel of Peace(6:15)

d. Shield of Faith(6:16)

e. Helmet of Salvation(6:17a)

f. Sword of The Spirit: The Word of God (6:17b)

THE PETITION(6:18-20)

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"A New Workplace"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)
Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)
Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

a. Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)

The Most of Your Time(5:15-16)
The Will of the Lord(5:17)

b. Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

Speaking and Singing(5:18-19)
Giving Thanks(5:20)
Submitting(5:21-6:9)

Submitting(5:21-6:9)

Wives & Husbands (5:22-33)

Children & Parents (6:1-4)

Slaves & Masters (6:5-9)

The Employees’ Role

The Employers’ Role

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"A New Family"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)
Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)
Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

a. Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)

The Most of Your Time(5:15-16)
The Will of the Lord(5:17)

b. Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

Speaking and Singing(5:18-19)
Giving Thanks(5:20)
Submitting(5:21-6:9)

Submitting(5:21-6:9)

Wives & Husbands (5:22-33)

Children & Parents (6:1-4)

The Children’s Role

The Fathers’ Role

Slaves & Masters (6:5-9)

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"A New Marriage"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)
Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)
Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

a. Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)

The Most of Your Time(5:15-16)
The Will of the Lord(5:17)

b. Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

Speaking and Singing(5:18-19)
Giving Thanks(5:20)
Submitting(5:21-6:9)

Submitting(5:21-6:9)

Wives & Husbands (5:22-33)

The Feminine Role The Masculine Role Summary

Children & Parents (6:1-4)

Slaves & Masters (6:5-9)

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"A New Atitude"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)
Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)
Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

a. Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)

The Most of Your Time(5:15-16)
The Will of the Lord(5:17)

b. Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

Speaking and Singing(5:18-19)
Giving Thanks(5:20)
Submitting(5:21-6:9)

APPENDIX: A Study in Parallel Passages

Ephesians 5:18-6:9 Colossians 3:16-4:1

“Be filled with the Spirit” “Let the Word richly dwell”

(5:18-19) • Speaking and Singing (3:16)

(5:20) • Thanksgiving (3:17)

(5:21-6:9) • Submitting (3:18-4:1)

(5:22-33) Wives & Husbands (3:18-19)

(6:1-4) Children & Parents (3:20-21)

(6:5-9) Slaves & Masters (3:22-4:1)

Note: In Algebra if A = B and C = B; Then A = C;

Or: If two things are equal to the same thing, they are equal to each other

In Hermeneutics if different headings or commands both result in exactly the same things or motivate toward the same outcomes, then those headings or commands are most likely synonymous with each other

So then: “Being filled with the Spirit” is the equivalent to “Letting the Word richly dwell” in us; The one cannot happen properly unless it is also accompanied by the other

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"A New Control"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)
Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)
Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

a. Be Careful how You Walk (5:15-17)

The Most of Your Time(5:15-16)
The Will of the Lord(5:17)

b. Be Filled with The Spirit (5:18-6:9)

Speaking and Singing(5:18-19)
Giving Thanks(5:20)
Submitting(5:21-6:9)

APPENDIX: The Will of God

“So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.”

Ephesians 5:17

Salvation; 2Peter 3:9
Security & Resurrection; John 6:39-40
Transformation; Romans 12:1-2
Sanctification; 1Thessalonians 4:3
Submission; 1Peter 2:13-15
Wisdom & Understanding; Colossians 1:9-10
Obedience; Ephesians 6:6
Thankfulness; 1Thessalonians 5:18

APPENDIX: A Study in Parallel Passages

Ephesians 5:18-6:9 Colossians 3:16-4:1

“Be filled with the Spirit” “Let the Word richly dwell”

(5:18-19) • Speaking and Singing (3:16)

(5:20) • Thanksgiving (3:17)

(5:21-6:9) • Submitting (3:18-4:1)

(5:22-33) Wives & Husbands (3:18-19)

(6:1-4) Children & Parents (3:20-21)

(6:5-9) Slaves & Masters (3:22-4:1)

Note: In Algebra if A = B and C = B; Then A = C;

Or: If two things are equal to the same thing, they are equal to each other

In Hermeneutics if different headings or commands both result in exactly the same things or motivate toward the same outcomes, then those headings or commands are most likely synonymous with each other

So then: “Being filled with the Spirit” is the equivalent to “Letting the Word richly dwell” in us; The one cannot happen properly unless it is also accompanied by the other

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"A New Light"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
As Children of Love … (5:1-2) … Not Disobedience (5:3-6)
As Children of Light …(5:7-10) … Not Darkness (5:11-14)

b. As Children of Light …(5:7-10)

The Lord(5:7-8)
The Fruit(5:9-10)

… Not Darkness (5:11-14)

The Things done in Secret(5:11-12)
The Exposure by the Light(5:13-14)

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"A New Hope"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
As Children of Love … (5:1-2)
… Not Disobedience (5:3-6)
As Children of Light …(5:7-10)
… Not Darkness (5:11-14)

a. As Children of Love … (5:1-2)

The Imitators(5:1)
The Imitated(5:2)

… Not Disobedience (5:3-6)

The Improper and Unfitting(5:3-4)
The Wrath of God(5:5-6)

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"A New Lifestyle"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
In Relation to Your Old Self(4:17-24)
In Relation to Others(4:25-29)
In Relation to The Holy Spirit (4:30-32)

b. In Relation to Others(4:25-29)

The Remedy for Falsehood(4:25)
The Recipe for Anger(4:26-27)
The Prescription for Thievery(4:28)
The Correction for Vulgarity(4:29)

c. In Relation to The Holy Spirit (4:30-32)

The Release of Malice(4:30-31)
The Kindness of Forgiveness(4:32)

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"A New Nature"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
In Relation to Your Old Self(4:17-24)
In Relation to Others(4:25-29)
In Relation to The Holy Spirit (4:30-32)

a. In Relation to Your Old Self(4:17-24)

The Gentiles:
Darkened and Excluded (4:17-19)
The New Self:
Renewed and Created (4:20-24)

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"A Piece of the Whole"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
Unity(4:1-6)
Variety(4:7-12)
Maturity(4:13-16)

c. Maturity(4:13-16)

The Fullness of Christ (4:13)
The Trickery of Men (4:14)
The Truth in Love (4:15)
The Working of Each Part (4:16)

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"A Variety"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
Unity(4:1-6)
Variety(4:7-12)
Maturity(4:13-16)

b. Variety(4:7-12)

The Giver of Gifts (4:7-10)
The Gifts Given (4:11)
The Equipping of the Saints (4:12)

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"A Unity"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
THE DIFFERENT WALK(4:17-32)
THE LOVING WALK(5:1-14)
THE WISE WALK(5:15-6:9)

THE WORTHY WALK(4:1-16)
Unity(4:1-6)
Variety(4:7-12)
Maturity(4:13-16)

a. Unity(4:1-6)

The Bond of Peace (4:1-3)

Seven Things that Solidify

The Oneness of our Calling (4:4-6)

Seven Things that Unify

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"A Prayer"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” (2:6)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)
Revealing The Mystery(3:1-13)
Receiving The Fullness(3:14-21)

b. Receiving The Fullness(3:14-21)

The Posture (3:14-15)
The Petition (3:16-19)
The Praise (3:20-21)

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"A Mystery"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” (2:6)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)
Revealing The Mystery(3:1-13)
Receiving The Fullness(3:14-21)

a. Revealing The Mystery(3:1-13)

The New Administration:

Presented (3:1-7)
Preached (3:8-9)
Purposed (3:10-13)

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"An Administration"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” (2:6)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)
Revealing The Mystery(3:1-13)
Receiving The Fullness(3:14-21)

a. Revealing The Mystery(3:1-13)

The New Administration:

Presented (3:1-7)
Preached (3:8-9)
Purposed (3:10-13)

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"A Temple"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” (2:6)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
Our New Condition in Christ(2:1-10)
Our New Relation in Christ(2:11-22)

b. Our New Relation in Christ(2:11-22)

Brought Near by The Blood (2:11-13)
One Body through The Cross (2:14-18)
Built Together in The Spirit (2:19-22)

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"A Peace"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” (2:6)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)

3 AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)

a. Our New Condition in Christ(2:1-10)

b. Our New Relation in Christ(2:11-22)

Brought Near by The Blood (2:11-13)
One Body through The Cross (2:14-18)
Built Together in The Spirit (2:19-22)

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"A Proximity"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated”[i] (2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” (2:6)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)

a. Our New Condition in Christ(2:1-10)

b. Our New Relation in Christ(2:11-22)

a. Our New Relation in Christ(2:11-22)

Brought Near by The Blood (2:11-13)
One Body through The Cross (2:14-18)
Built Together in The Spirit (2:19-22)

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"A Workmanship"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” [i](2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” (2:6)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
Our New Condition in Christ(2:1-10)
Our New Relation in Christ(2:11-22)

Our New Condition in Christ(2:1-10)
Before: Dead in Sins(2:1-3)
After: Alive with Christ (2:4-10)

The Love of God on Display(2:4-7)

RAISED AND SEATED: “The Heavenly Places” (2:4-7)

The Grace of God through Faith (2:8-10)

SAVED AND CREATED: “His Workmanship” (2:8-10)

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"A Posture"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A, Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” [i](2:6)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

“Walk” (4:1)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

“Stand Firm” (6:11)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

[i] The Three Major Divisions used in these notes are adapted from the book: “Sit, Walk, Stand” by Watchman Nee; Christian Literature Crusade, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, 1973.

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

“Seated” (2:6)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
Our New Condition in Christ(2:1-10)
Our New Relation in Christ(2:11-22)

a. Our New Condition in Christ(2:1-10)

Before: Dead in Sins (2:1-3)

After: Alive with Christ (2:4-10)

The Love of God on Display(2:4-7)

RAISED AND SEATED: “The Heavenly Places” (2:4-7)

The Grace of God through Faith (2:8-10)

SAVED AND CREATED: “His Workmanship” (2:8-10)

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"A Past"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
Our New Condition in Christ(2:1-10)
Our New Relation in Christ(2:11-22)

a. Our New Condition in Christ(2:1-10)

Before: Dead in Sins(2:1-3)

Walked: “The Sons of Disobedience” (2:1-2)

THE WORLD: “The Course” (2:1-2a)THE DEVIL: “The Ruler and the Spirit” (2:2b)Lived: “The Children of Wrath”(2:3)THE FLESH: “The Lusts and the Desires” (2:3)

After: Alive with Christ(2:4-10)

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"A Power"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

B. Our LIFE in The World (4:1-6:9)

C. Our ATTITUDE to The Enemy (6:10-20)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
Praise for Spiritual Possession (1:3-14)
Prayer for Spiritual Perception (1:15-23)

b. Prayer for Spiritual Perception (1:15-23)

The Knowledge (1:15-19a)
The Power (1:19b-21)
The Fullness (1:22-23)

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"A Focus"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)
AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
Praise for Spiritual Possession (1:3-14)
Prayer for Spiritual Perception (1:15-23)

b. Prayer for Spiritual Perception (1:15-23)

The Knowledge (1:15-19a)
The Power (1:19b-21)
The Fullness (1:22-23)

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"A Pledge"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)
AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)

a. Praise for Spiritual Possession (1:3-14)

b. Prayer for Spiritual Perception (1:15-23)

a. Praise for Spiritual Possession (1:3-14)

Chosen by the Father(1:3-6)
Redeemed by the Son(1:7-12)
Sealed by the Spirit(1:13-14)

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"A Purpose"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

A. Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

AS A BODY(1:3-23)
Praise for Spiritual Possession (1:3-14)
Prayer for Spiritual Perception (1:15-23)

a. Praise for Spiritual Possession (1:3-14)

Chosen by the Father (1:3-6)
Redeemed by the Son (1:7-12)
Sealed by the Spirit (1:13-14)

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"An Identity"

The Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

II. PRACTRICAL (4-6)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

OPENING (1:1-2)

1. The Author (1:1a)

2. The Assembly (1:1b)

3. The Greeting (1:2)

I. DOCTRINAL (1-3)

Our POSITION in Christ (1:3-3:21)
AS A BODY[i] (1:3-23)
AS A TEMPLE (2:1-22)
AS A MYSTERY (3:1-21)

[i] Subheadings adapted from: J. Vernon McGee.

AS A BODY (1:3-23)
Praise for Spiritual Possession (1:3-14)
Prayer for Spiritual Perception (1:15-23)

a. Praise for Spiritual Possession (1:3-14)

Chosen by the Father(1:3-6)
Redeemed by the Son(1:7-12)
Sealed by the Spirit(1:13-14)

Chosen by the Father(1:3-6)

In Christ We are Blessed (1:3)

In Christ We are Chosen (1:4)

In Christ We are Predestined (1:5-6)

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Ephesians: "Discovering Who We Are"

Upon studying the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament, the prophetic timetable known as the 'Seventy Weeks (of Years)' leaves the student with a gap of sorts between the appearance of the Messiah and the final 70th Seven-Year period. The only events itemized during this gap are: Messiah being cut off from His earthly inheritance, and the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple. Paul's letter to the Ephesians particularly explains this gap as being the new work of God on earth, the church; something which the apostle was given as direct revelation concerning its nature and its purpose.

Outline:

OPENING (1:1-2)

DOCTRINAL (1-3)
PRACTRICAL (4-6)

CLOSING (6:21-24)

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"Navigating a Hostile Culture: Courage, Composure and Commitment"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

Thanksgiving (1:3-4)
Encouragement (1:5-10)
Prayer(1:11-12)

I. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

Gathered to the Lord Jesus Christ (2:1-2)— The “Day of the Lord”: NOT YET
Unalarmed by the Day of the Lord (2:3-12)— The “Man of Lawlessness”: REVEALED
Saved through the Work of the Spirit (2:13-17)— The “Gospel”: STAND FIRM

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Confidence(3:1-5)
Command(3:6-10)
Confrontation(3:11-13)
Consequences(3:14)
Caution(3:15)

Signature (3:16-18)

Chart: The Rapture and The Revelation

By William MacDonald*

The Rapture The Revelation

Christ comes in the air Christ comes to the earth (1Thess 4:16-17) (Zech 14:4)

Christ comes for His saints Christ comes with His saints (1Thess 4:16-17) (1Thess 3:13; Jude 14)

Unknown in the Predicted in the Old Testament Old Testament (1Cor 15:51) (Psa 72; Isa 11; Zech 14)

Not preceded by any signs Proclaimed by signs (Matt 24:29-30)

The Day of Christ The Day of the Lord(1Cor 1:8; 2Cor 1:14; Phil 1:6, 10) (2Thess 2:1-12)

Blessing Judgment (1Thess 4:18) (2Thess 2:8-12)

In the twinkling of an eye Visible worldwide (1Cor 15:52) (Zech 14:1-5; Matt 16:27; 24:30)

The Church Israel and the Nations(John 14:1-4; 1Cor 15:51-58; (Matt 24:1-25:46) 1Thess 4:13-18)

Christ comes as the bright Christ comes as the sun and morning star of righteousness with healing (Rev 22:16) (Mal 4:2)

Believer's Bible Commentary: Old and New Testaments, William MacDonald; Thomas Nelson Publishers, Nashville, TN, 1995, page #2050.

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"The Busybodies"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Confidence(3:1-5)
Command(3:6-10)
Confrontation(3:11-13)
Consequences(3:14)
Caution(3:15)

C. Confrontation(3:11-13)

The Busybodies Exhorted (3:11-12)
The Breadwinners Encouraged (3:13)

Signature (3:16-18)

A Benediction: “The Lord of Peace”

A Greeting: “A Distinguishing Mark”

A Closing: “Grace”

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"The Disciplined Life"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Confidence(3:1-5)
Command(3:6-10)
Confrontation(3:11-13)
Consequences(3:14)
Caution(3:15)

B. Command(3:6-10)

The Tradition (3:6)
The Example (3:7-9)
The Rule (3:10)

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"The Spread of the Word"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Confidence(3:1-5)
Command(3:6-10)
Confrontation(3:11-13)
Consequences(3:14)
Caution(3:15)

A. Confidence(3:1-5)

The Word of the Lord (3:1-2)
The Faithfulness of the Lord (3:3)
The Confidence in the Lord (3:4)
The Direction of the Lord (3:5)

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"The Truth and the Glory"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

Gathered to the Lord Jesus Christ (2:1-2)— The “Day of the Lord”: NOT YET
Unalarmed by the Day of the Lord (2:3-12)— The “Man of Lawlessness”: REVEALED
Saved through the Work of the Spirit (2:13-17)— The “Gospel”: STAND FIRM

C. Saved through the Work of the Spirit (2:13-17) — The “Gospel”: STAND FIRM

The Truth (2:13-14)
The Teachings (2:15)
The Strength (2:16-17)

The Content of the Gospel:

1Corinthians 15:1-8 (NASB95; Emphasis mine)

“Now I make known to you, brethren, the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received, in which also you stand, 2by which also you are saved, if you hold fast the word which I preached to you, unless you believed in vain. 3For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received, that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, 4and that He was buried, and that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 5and that He appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve. 6After that He appeared to more than five hundred brethren at one time, most of whom remain until now, but some have fallen asleep; 7then He appeared to James, then to all the apostles; 8and last of all, as to one untimely born, He appeared to me also.”

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"The Deception and the Delusion"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

Gathered to the Lord Jesus Christ (2:1-2)— The “Day of the Lord”: NOT YET
Unalarmed by the Day of the Lord (2:3-12)— The “Man of Lawlessness”: REVEALED
Saved through the Work of the Spirit (2:13-17)— The “Gospel”: STAND FIRM

B. Unalarmed by the Day of the Lord (2:3-12)— The “Man of Lawlessness”: REVEALED

The Apostasy (2:3a)
The Audacity (2:3b-4)
The Restrainer (2:5-7)
The End (2:8)
The Deception (2:9-10)
The Delusion (2:11-12)

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"The Restrainer Removed"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

Gathered to the Lord Jesus Christ (2:1-2)— The “Day of the Lord”: NOT YET
Unalarmed by the Day of the Lord (2:3-12)— The “Man of Lawlessness”: REVEALED
Saved through the Work of the Spirit (2:13-17)— The “Gospel”: STAND FIRM

B. Unalarmed by the Day of the Lord (2:3-12)— The “Man of Lawlessness”: REVEALED

The Apostasy (2:3a)
The Audacity (2:3b-4)
The Restrainer (2:5-7)
The End (2:8)
The Deception (2:9-10)
The Delusion (2:11-12)

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"The Man of Lawlessness"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)
PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)
PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

Gathered to the Lord Jesus Christ (2:1-2)— The “Day of the Lord”: NOT YET
Unalarmed by the Day of the Lord (2:3-12)— The “Man of Lawlessness”: REVEALED
Saved through the Work of the Spirit (2:13-17)— The “Gospel”: STAND FIRM

B. Unalarmed by the Day of the Lord (2:3-12) — The “Man of Lawlessness”: REVEALED

The Apostasy (2:3a)
The Audacity (2:3b-4)
The Restrainer (2:5-7)
The End (2:8)
The Deception (2:9-10)
The Delusion (2:11-12)

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"Prayer for Desire and Power"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

Thanksgiving (1:3-4)
Encouragement (1:5-10)
Prayer(1:11-12)

C. Prayer(1:11-12)

Worthy of God’s Calling (1:11a)
Power for Your Purpose (1:11b)
Glorified in Our Lord Jesus (1:12)

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"Marveling at His Revelation"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

II. PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)

III. PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

Thanksgiving (1:3-4)
Encouragement (1:5-10)
Prayer(1:11-12)

B. Encouragement (1:5-10)

God’s Judgment: Right (1:5)
God’s Temperament: Just (1:6-7a)
God’s Punishment: Sure (1:7b-10)

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"Thanksgiving for Growth"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)
PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)
PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

Salutation (1:1)

From: “Paul and Silvanus and Timothy”

To: “The church of the Thessalonians”

Blessing: “Grace and Peace”

I. PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)

Thanksgiving (1:3-4)
Encouragement (1:5-10)
Prayer(1:11-12)

A. Thanksgiving (1:3-4)

Growing in Faith (1:3a)
Increasing in Love (1:3b)
Enduring in Perseverance (1:4)

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"Navigating a Hostile Culture"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

PERSECUTION: WAITING with COURAGE (1:3-12)
PROPHECY: WATCHING with COMPOSURE (2:1-17)
PRACTICE: WORKING with COMMITMENT (3:1-15)

Signature (3:16-18)

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The Impact of Daniel

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

The Book of Daniel: Summary and Review

Text: Daniel 1:8a; “But Daniel made up his mind that he would not defile himself …”

Daniel 12:13; “But as for you, go your way to the end; then you will enter into rest and rise again for your allotted portion at the end of the age.”

I. The Examples of the Remnant – Daniel:

Made up his mind (1:8)
Used discretion and discernment (2:14)
Informed his friends (2:17)
Rescued the ‘wise men’ of Babylon (2:24)
Delivered the interpretations (2:36; 4:19)
Declined the gifts from a king (5:17)
Continued to pray (6:10)
Sought understanding (8:15)
Observed the Word of the Lord (9:2)
Confessed the sins of his people (9:3-19)
Mourned for 21 days (10:2-3)
Went on his way (12:13)

Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah:

They were willing to follow Daniel’s lead (1:11-13)
They were willing to pray for Daniel’s ministry (2:17-18)
They were willing to take a stand in Daniel’s absence (3:17-18)

Text: Daniel 4:34–35; “But at the end of that period, I, Nebuchadnezzar, raised my eyes toward heaven and my reason returned to me, and I blessed the Most High and praised and honored Him who lives forever; For His dominion is an everlasting dominion, And His kingdom endures from generation to generation. 35 “All the inhabitants of the earth are accounted as nothing, But He does according to His will in the host of heaven And among the inhabitants of earth; And no one can ward off His hand Or say to Him, ‘What have You done?’”

II. The Character of God:

He is Powerful (Omnipotent)
He is Knowledgeable (Omniscient)
He is in Control (Sovereign); Sometimes Instrumentally Sometimes Providentially
He is Articulate

III. The “Times of the Gentiles” Foretold

Text: Daniel 9:24–27; “Seventy weeks have been decreed for your people and your holy city, to finish the transgression, to make an end of sin, to make atonement for iniquity, to bring in everlasting righteousness, to seal up vision and prophecy and to anoint the most holy place. 25 “So you are to know and discern that from the issuing of a decree to restore and rebuild Jerusalem until Messiah the Prince there will be seven weeks and sixty-two weeks; it will be built again, with plaza and moat, even in times of distress. 26 “Then after the sixty-two weeks the Messiah will be cut off and have nothing, and the people of the prince who is to come will destroy the city and the sanctuary. And its end will come with a flood; even to the end there will be war; desolations are determined. 27 “And he will make a firm covenant with the many for one week, but in the middle of the week he will put a stop to sacrifice and grain offering; and on the wing of abominations will come one who makes desolate, even until a complete destruction, one that is decreed, is poured out on the one who makes desolate.”

A. Revealing the Unrevealed – The Church as “The Mystery”

The Principle of Prophetic Parenthesis: Messiah’s First and Second Comings

See: Genesis 3:15; “And I will put enmity Between you and the woman, And between your seed and her seed; He shall bruise you on the head, And you shall bruise him on the heel.”; Notice: It is clear now after all that Jesus did not his first coming, these two actions are separated and in a reverse order of history; The Serpent ‘bruised Him on the heel’ at the crucifixion which was a temporary win; But the Seed of the woman will ‘bruise the Serpent on the head’ meaning a complete victory

Compare: Isaiah 61:1–2; “The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, Because the Lord has anointed me To bring good news to the afflicted; He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, To proclaim liberty to captives And freedom to prisoners; 2 To proclaim the favorable year of the Lord And the day of vengeance of our God; To comfort all who mourn”; With: Luke 4:20–21; “And He closed the book, gave it back to the attendant and sat down; and the eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on Him. 21 And He began to say to them, ‘Today this Scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.’”; Notice: Jesus stops in the middle of the sentence right before the phrase “And the day of vengeance of our God”; This indicates His role in His first coming but delays the next role and action until later at His Second Coming

The Principle of Prophetic Parenthesis: The First and the Last Resurrections

See: Daniel 12:2; “Many of those who sleep in the dust of the ground will awake, these to everlasting life, but the others to disgrace and everlasting contempt.”; Notice: The Revealer here predicts the resurrection only in terms of two groups; The saved and the lost; With: Revelation 20:4–6; “Then I saw thrones, and they sat on them, and judgment was given to them. And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded because of their testimony of Jesus and because of the word of God, and those who had not worshiped the beast or his image, and had not received the mark on their forehead and on their hand; and they came to life and reigned with Christ for a thousand years. 5 The rest of the dead did not come to life until the thousand years were completed. This is the first resurrection. 6 Blessed and holy is the one who has a part in the first resurrection; over these the second death has no power, but they will be priests of God and of Christ and will reign with Him for a thousand years.”; And: Revelation 20:12–15; “And I saw the dead, the great and the small, standing before the throne, and books were opened; and another book was opened, which is the book of life; and the dead were judged from the things which were written in the books, according to their deeds. 13 And the sea gave up the dead which were in it, and death and Hades gave up the dead which were in them; and they were judged, every one of them according to their deeds. 14 Then death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. This is the second death, the lake of fire. 15 And if anyone’s name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire.”; Notice: The saved are raised and take on responsibilities in the Messiah’s Kingdom; But the “rest of the dead” which are all the unsaved do not arise from the dead until after the “thousand years” have been completed

The Principle of Prophetic Parenthesis: The Postponement of the 70th Week

See: Daniel 9:26–27; “Then after the sixty-two weeks the Messiah will be cut off and have nothing, and the people of the prince who is to come will destroy the city and the sanctuary. And its end will come with a flood; even to the end there will be war; desolations are determined. 27 “And he will make a firm covenant with the many for one week, but in the middle of the week he will put a stop to sacrifice and grain offering; and on the wing of abominations will come one who makes desolate, even until a complete destruction, one that is decreed, is poured out on the one who makes desolate.”; Notice: Two events are clearly predicted to occur after “the sixty-two weeks” of years are ended and before the “prince who is to come” makes his seven-year treaty as the last of the Seventy Weeks Cycle;

The Messiah is “cut off”

The City and the Sanctuary is “destroyed” by the “people of the prince”

See also: Matthew 23:37–39; “Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to her! How often I wanted to gather your children together, the way a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were unwilling. 38 Behold, your house is being left to you desolate! 39 For I say to you, from now on you will not see Me until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!’”; Notice: With the word “until” Jesus designates an un-specified length of time between the “desolate”house to come at the destruction of Jerusalem and His Personal Return to the City

The Setting Aside of Israel

See: Romans 9-11; (11:1) “I say then, God has not rejected His people, has He? May it never be! For I too am an Israelite, a descendant of Abraham, of the tribe of Benjamin.”; (11:11) “I say then, they did not stumble so as to fall, did they? May it never be! But by their transgression salvation has come to the Gentiles, to make them jealous.”; (11:25) “For I do not want you, brethren, to be uninformed of this mystery—so that you will not be wise in your own estimation—that a partial hardening has happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in”; (11:28–29) “From the standpoint of the gospel they are enemies for your sake, but from the standpoint of God’s choice they are beloved for the sake of the fathers; 29 for the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.”

B. The New Administration of Grace

The Mystery Revealed to Paul; Ephesians 3:1-12;

“For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles— 2 if indeed you have heard of the stewardship of God’s grace which was given to me for you; 3 that by revelation there was made known to me the mystery, as I wrote before in brief. 4 By referring to this, when you read you can understand my insight into the mystery of Christ, 5 which in other generations was not made known to the sons of men, as it has now been revealed to His holy apostles and prophets in the Spirit; 6 to be specific, that the Gentiles are fellow heirs and fellow members of the body, and fellow partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel, 7 of which I was made a minister, according to the gift of God’s grace which was given to me according to the working of His power. 8 To me, the very least of all saints, this grace was given, to preach to the Gentiles the unfathomable riches of Christ, 9 and to bring to light what is the administration of the mystery which for ages has been hidden in God who created all things; 10 so that the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known through the church to the rulers and the authorities in the heavenly places. 11 This was in accordance with the eternal purpose which He carried out in Christ Jesus our Lord, 12in whom we have boldness and confident access through faith in Him.”

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"The Time of Trouble"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

H. The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

The Life and the Disgrace (12:1-3)
The Prophet and the Words(12:4)
The Refining and the Waiting(12:5-13)

Note: That means prophetically speaking “Time, times and half a time” = ½ “Week”of years = 3 ½ Years (Daniel 7:25; 9:27; 12:7; Revelation 12:14) = 42 months (Revelation 11:2; 13:5) = 1260 days (Revelation 11:3; 12:6)
Notice: The various detailed time markers added in these verses in the end of Daniel; “Time, times and half a time” (12:7); The same as: 1260 days; This is the End of the Anti-Christ Then: “1290 days” (v11); Possibly marks the Remnant Reception at Messiah’s Return to the Earth And: “1335 days” (v12); This may mark the actual start date for the Kingdom of the Messiah after He has rendered Judgments and Redesigned the topography of the Earth

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"The Willful King"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

G. The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)

The Preview(11:29-35)
The Main Event(11:36-45)

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"The Abomination of Desolation"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

G. The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)

The Preview(11:29-35)
The Main Event(11:36-45)

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"The Conflicts of Kings"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

F. The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)

The Kings of Persia(11:2)
The Kings of Greece(11:3-4)
The Ptolemies vs Seleucids(11:5-20)
The Rise of Antiochus Epiphanes(11:21-28)

Supplement: Notes for the Exposition of Daniel 11:2-28[i]

The Kings of Persia(11:2)

11:2

“And now”; Notice: The previous verse seems better as a conclusion to the last verse of chapter 10 rather than a heading verse for chapter 11; Connect above: 10:21–11:1 (NASB); “However, I will tell you what is inscribed in the writing of truth. Yet there is no one who stands firmly with me against these forces except Michael your prince. 11:1 In the first year of Darius the Mede, I arose to be an encouragement and a protection for him.”. Note: This seems to be best because the conversation between this angel and Daniel is timestamped already as “In the third year of Cyrus king of Persia” (10:1); Which makes the sentence a reflection by the angel for how long he had been on this assignment; Since “the first year of Darius” (11:1) or for 3 years now.
Note: The entire previous chapter (10:1-11:1) can rightly be considered an ‘Introduction’ to the rest of the book and thereby the three chapters can be treated as one long single Vision (10:1-12:13); If that is the case then the significance of these upcoming predictions can be evaluated by the weight of the ‘Introduction’ by sheer volume.
“Tell you the truth”; Connect above: 10:21; “However, I will tell you what is inscribed in the writing of truth.”; (NKJV) “The Scripture of Truth”
Note: The accuracy of the details foretold in this chapter is enough to convince the School of Higher Criticism that this must have been written closer to the events (11:2-35; The Maccabean Period; 164bc); A much later date than traditionally assigned to Daniel (536bc); Note: They even have invented a ‘pseudo-Daniel’ to be the author so that they can avoid acknowledging ‘predictive prophecy.’
“Three more kings”; These are:
- Cambyses (529-522bc)
- Pseudo-Smerdis (522-521bc)
- Darius I Hystaspis (521-486bc)
“A fourth”; This is:
- Xerxes I (486-465bc); Otherwise known as ‘Ahasuerus’ of the Books of Ezra and Esther (Ezra 4:6; Esther 1:1)
“More riches”; This ruler was famous for his wealth and for possessing one of the largest armies.
“Arouse”; This invasion was a disaster but it established a motivation for a later attack.
“The realm of Greece”; Note: The Greek navy wiped out the Persian fleet in the Battle of Salamis (480bc).
The Kings of Greece(11:3-4)

v3

Connect earlier: For the single “conspicuous horn” of the Goat; 8:5-21; (vs5, 8, 21; NASB) “While I was observing, behold, a male goat was coming from the west over the surface of the whole earth without touching the ground; and the goat had a conspicuous hornbetween his eyes. …8 Then the male goat magnified himself exceedingly. But as soon as he was mighty, the large horn was broken; and in its place there came up four conspicuous horns toward the four winds of heaven. …21 The shaggy goat represents the kingdom of Greece, and the large horn that is between his eyes is the first king.”
“A mighty king”; This is the one whom we know as:
- Alexander the Great (335-323bc)
“Do as he pleases”; See: For that portion of Alexander’s military campaign that overcame the dominance of Persia in the region but bypassed the city of Jerusalem; Zechariah 9:2–5, 8 (NASB); “And Hamath also, which borders on it; Tyre and Sidon, though they are very wise. 3 For Tyre built herself a fortress And piled up silver like dust, And gold like the mire of the streets. 4 Behold, the Lord will dispossess her And cast her wealth into the sea; And she will be consumed with fire. 5 Ashkelon will see it and be afraid. Gaza too will writhe in great pain; Also Ekron, for her expectation has been confounded. Moreover, the king will perish from Gaza, And Ashkelon will not be inhabited. …8 But I will camp around My housebecause of an army, Because of him who passes by and returns; And no oppressor will pass over them anymore, For now I have seen with My eyes.”
Note: Alexander died at the age of 32 from what is believed to be a combination of both alcoholism and malaria.

v4

“Four points”; The Kingdom was divided up after the Battle of Ipsus (301bc)
Note: These events occurred 200 years after Daniel had received this from the revealing angel here!
This has been represented by the Leopard with Four Heads; See earlier: 7:6; “After this I kept looking, and behold, another one, like a leopard, which had on its back four wings of a bird; the beast also had four heads, and dominion was given to it.”;

And the Four Horns of the Goat that came up when the “large horn” was “broken”; 8:8; “Then the male goat magnified himself exceedingly. But as soon as he was mighty, the large horn was broken; and in its place there came up four conspicuous horns toward the four winds of heaven.”; 8:22; “The broken horn and the four horns that arose in its place represent four kingdoms which will arise from his nation, although not with his power.”

“Not to his own descendants”; Alexander’s two sons were both killed; One before Alexander died and one afterward so that there was no one of “his own descendants” to take his place.
“Given to others”; Parallel earlier: 8:22; “The broken horn and the four horns that arose in its place represent four kingdoms which will arise from his nation, although not with his power.”;

Notice: The Four Heads (7:6) and the Four Horns (8:22) are the four generals in Alexander’s army who took charge of various parts of the empire:

Cassander – Macedonia and Greece
Lysimachus – Thrace and Asia Minor
Seleucus Nicator – Syria
Ptolemy – Egypt
Note: The next portion of pre-recorded history (vs4-20) is to prepare Daniel and his readership for the “Little Horn” to come and the details that led up to his atrocities.
The Ptolemies vs Seleucids (11:5-20)

v5

“The king of the South”; This is the ruler of Egypt:
- Ptolemy I Soter of Egypt (323-285bc)
“Great dominion”; This describes an alliance Ptolemy makes with:
- Seleucus Nicator of Syria (311-280bc); and together they defeated Antigonus of Babylon

v6

“Alliance”; This is made through a strategic marriage “arrangement”:
- Ptolemy II Philadelphia of Egypt (285-246bc)
“The daughter”: She was named:
- Berenice
“The king of the North”; This is what is called the Seleucid Empire in Syria and ruled at this time by:
- Antiochus II Theos of Syria (261-246bc); He took Berenice (252bc) as his wife for this “arrangement”
Notice: The focus now does not include all four divisions of the Greek Empire but only the two parts that affect the peace and livelihood of “the Beautiful Land” (v16) of Israel and the city “the Jewel” (v20) of Jerusalem.
“Given up”; In order to make this political “arrangement” Antiochus II Theos divorced his wife Laodice; Later Bernice and her child were murdered and Antiochus took Laodice back and put his first son on the throne as:
- Seleucus II Callinicus of Syria (246-226bc)

v7

“Her line”; This refers to Berenice’s brother:
- Ptolemy III Euergetes of Egypt (246-221bc)
Note: He avenged her death and conquered Syria defeating Seleucus II Callinicus and his mother

v8

“Precious vessels”; This was calculated as 4,000 talents of gold, 40,000 talents of silver and 2,500 idols.

v9

“Return”; In 240bc, Seleucus II Callinicus of Syria invaded Egypt, but lost an entire fleet of ships in a storm; Note: He later himself died from a fall off of his horse.

v10

“His sons”; This involves two:
- Seleucus III Ceraunus of Syria (226-223bc)
- Antiochus III the Great of Syria (223-187bc)
“Pass through”; These will attack Egypt unopposed by:
- Ptolemy IV Philopater of Egypt (221-203bc); Note: His reputation was one of lust and debauchery; Having multiple sexual partners both female and male.
“Fortress”; This was located in Gaza.
Note: The first brother was assassinated; The second brother Antiochus III the Great took the throne at 18 years of age.

vs11-12

“Not prevail”; Note: Ptolemy IV Philopater of Egypt fought Antiochus III the Great of Syria and defeated him (217bc) at the Palestine border at Raphia.

v13

“Interval”; Note: Antiochus III the Great of Syria escaped from that battle at Raphia and returned 14 years later with greater forces; Ptolemy IV Philopater of Egypt and his queen both die (203bc), but they were survived by their son:
- Ptolemy V Epiphanes of Egypt (203-181bc)

v 14

“Violent ones”; Note: The Jewish historian Josephus speaks of these as ‘wicked Jews’ who helped Antiochus III the Great of Syria; Note: Philip V of Macedonia also joined in the fight.

v15

“A well-fortified city”; This is Sidon.

v16

“Beautiful Land”; This is Israel subjected to the rule of Antiochus III the Great of Syria.

v17

“Proposal of peace”; This treaty was between Antiochus III the Great of Syria and Ptolemy V Epiphanes of Egypt (198-195bc)
“The daughter of women”; This is the daughter of Antiochus III the Great of Syria. She was raised by her mother and grandmother and her name was:
- Cleopatra; She was married to Ptolemy V Epiphanes of Egypt (192bc). Note: He was only at the young age of 10 at that time
“Not take a stand for him”; The treaty failed because Cleopatra sides with her husband against her father.
Note: There will be many other women later that will take her name as well, and with numbers, too.

v18

“But a commander”; This happens to be a Roman by the name:
- Lucius Scipio Asiaticus of Rome defeated Antiochus III the Great of Syria at Thermopylae (191bc) and at Magnesia (190bc)
Notice: So Daniel’s messenger angel is already giving hints at the arrival of a new Empire: Rome, but for now it is only the influence of its military upon the region.

v19

“Own land”; As Lucius (otherwise known as Cornelius) was trying to plunder the Temple of Belus in Elymas, he was mobbed by his own people and killed.

v20

“In his place one will arise”; This would be:
- Seleucus IV Philopater of Syria (187-176bc); Note: This ruler’s nickname was ‘Tax-Raiser’
“Jewel of his kingdom”; This may be synonymous with the “Beautiful Land” or Judea and Jerusalem.
“Oppressor”; His tax collector was named Heliodorus who eventually ended up poisoning his ‘boss’ Philopater
Note also: So now the stage is set for the next “Antiochus” to take control of Syria – the ‘Anti-Christ of the Old Testament.’
The Rise of Antiochus Epiphanes(11:21-28)

v21

“In his place”; Note: For a perspective of the revelation of the angel and how it corresponds to the history as it plays out; 11:1-4 covers about 200 years; 11:5-20 covers about 130 years; 11:21-35 covers about 10 years
“A despicable person”; This is the “Small Horn” of chapter 8 arising from one of the Four Horns of the Ram.
See earlier: 8:9-25; (vs9–12; NASB) “Out of one of them came forth a rather small hornwhich grew exceedingly great toward the south, toward the east, and toward the Beautiful Land. 10 It grew up to the host of heaven and caused some of the host and some of the stars to fall to the earth, and it trampled them down. 11 It even magnified itself to be equal with the Commander of the host; and it removed the regular sacrifice from Him, and the place of His sanctuary was thrown down. 12 And on account of transgression the host will be given over to the horn along with the regular sacrifice; and it will fling truth to the ground and perform its will and prosper.”;

With: (vs23–25; NASB) “In the latter period of their rule, When the transgressors have run their course, A king will arise, Insolent and skilled in intrigue. 24 “His power will be mighty, but not by his own power, And he will destroy to an extraordinary degree And prosper and perform his will; He will destroy mighty men and the holy people. 25 “And through his shrewdness He will cause deceit to succeed by his influence; And he will magnify himself in his heart, And he will destroy many while they are at ease. He will even oppose the Prince of princes, But he will be broken without human agency.”

“Not been conferred”; He has no legitimate claim to the throne except through trickery and flattery. That place rightfully belonged to: Demetrius Soter who was being held in custody in Rome at the time. The one who is the main focus of this entire passage is:
- Antiochus IV Epiphanes of Syria (175-163bc); Note: The name “Epiphanes” means: ‘Manifest One’ or ‘Illustrious One’; The Greek historian Polybius (145bc) gave him a nickname ‘Epimanes’ which means: ‘Madman’
Contrast later: v36; “Then the king will do as he pleases”; That is because the character in that later paragraph (12:36-45) is a distinct person from this ruler here.

v 22

“Overflowing forces”; The power of the military was overwhelming belonging to:
- Ptolemy VI Philometor of Egypt (181-146bc)
“The prince of the covenant”; This likely refers to the murder of the High Priest at that time:
- Onias III of Jerusalem (172bc)
Note: Before the vile and blasphemous action to come later (11:29-35) Antiochus IV Epiphanes:
- Strictly enforced a Hellenization of Israel
- Prohibited the reading of Jewish Scriptures and even burned copies of them
- Looted the Temple (169bc)
- Killed 80,000 Jewish people including the male children (169bc)
- Demolished the city walls of Jerusalem (169bc)

v23

“Alliance”; This is a contract with Philometor against
“Small force”; This was a limited campaign against Memphis in Egypt.

v 24

“Distribute plunder”; This may be the ‘redistribution of wealth’ of that day, essentially buying the loyalty of his subjects.
“Schemes”; Using wealth to buy favor during peacetime, he took Pelusium, Naucratis and Alexandria in Egypt.

v 25

“The king of the South”; This is now one of the Ptolemy’s successors:
- Ptolemy VII Neos (But it is unclear if he actually ever officially reigned as king). See next entry…

v26

“Destroy him”; There is treason and civil war in his own camp:
- Ptolemy VIII Physcon of Egypt (170-163, 145-116bc); He is the son of Ptolemy V Epiphanes

v27

“Lies …at the same table”; Note: This is Antiochus IV Epiphanes of Syria with Philometor set in alliance against Physcon II Euergetes, but it all was a mere façade.

v 28

“Set against the holy covenant”; These atrocities are recorded in the history of the Maccabees.
Note: For a perspective of the revelation of the angel and how it corresponds to the history as it plays out; 11:1-4 covers about 200 years; This includes, by the way, the entire career and death of the one historians now call: Alexander the Great!; 11:5-20 covers about 130 years; 11:21-35 covers about 10 years

[i] Scripture Text used throughout these notes (unless otherwise accredited): New American Standard Bible® 1995 Update,

The Lockman Foundation, La Habra, CA

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"The Battle of Angels"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

A. The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)

The Angels with the Prince of Persia (10:10-14)
The Prophet with Anguish and No Strength (10:15-17)
The Prince of Greece with the Prince of Daniel (10:18-11:1)

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"The Vision of a Man"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

D. The Man of Glory 10:1-9)

The Mourning and Fasting(10:1-3)
The Man and His Words(10:4-7)
The Exhaustion and Deep Sleep(10:8-9)

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"The Wing of Abominations"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

C. The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)

The Setting(9:1)
The Reading from Jeremiah(9:2)
The Prophet’s Prayer(9:3-19)
The Angel’s Arrival(9:20-23)
The Decree of Seventy Weeks(9:24-27)

The Decree of Seventy Weeks(9:24-27)
The Six Purposes to be Accomplished (9:24)
The First Sixty-Nine Weeks Predicted (9:25)
The Messiah will be Cut Off (9:26)
The Covenant of One Week (9:27)

Appendix: ALTERNATIVES TO THE 7-YEAR PLACEMENT

Some associate it around Jesus’ death on the cross after approximately 3 ½ years of ministry because His sacrifice for sin put an end to the sacrifices
And some who place it there also apply the last “week” of Daniel’s 70 Weeks as the last week of days in Jesus life, making Jesus’ death on Wednesday of that week
But that puts Jesus’ death as identical to the “abomination of desolation” which cannot be so. Jesus was crucified completely outside the city and could never be said to have desecrated it
And Daniel’s 70 Weeks prophecy was never about “weeks” of days centered around the Sabbath day, but based on the 7-year calendar for Sabbath Years in Israel’s calendar cycle
Some place the 7-year period around the destruction of the temple in ad70 by Titus and the Roman army with very convincing descriptions of the event and parallel to that of the Tribulation
But that puts a definition on the “abomination of desolation” that was never applied in Scripture; Demolition of the Temple is not at all the same as the Defilement
The destruction by Nebuchadnezzar (586bc) was not defined in those terms. Whereas Daniel’s own prophecy of the desecration (Daniel 11:31) that was later fulfilled by Antiochus IV Epiphanes (167bc) is clearly identified the same way as this to be done by “the prince who is to come”
The specific short term fulfillment of the “abomination” by Antiochus Epiphanes becomes a confirmation and illustration of the long range prophecy of the “prince who is to come” and his “abomination” in the middle of the 70th Week
So then we are left with a ‘mystery.’ In fact that is what the New Testament itself calls it and is exactly what Paul claims to have been revealed through him as His stewardship to deliver; It is “the church” the “body” of Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23; 2:16); It is also called by Paul “one new man” (Ephesians 2:15)
See: Ephesians 3:1–12, for a complete passage that explains Paul's perspective in being the recipient for the revelation of this Mystery.

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"The Messiah is Cut Off"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

C. The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)

The Setting(9:1)
The Reading from Jeremiah(9:2)
The Prophet’s Prayer(9:3-19)
The Angel’s Arrival(9:20-23)
The Decree of Seventy Weeks(9:24-27)

The Decree of Seventy Weeks(9:24-27)
The Six Purposes to be Accomplished (9:24)
The First Sixty-Nine Weeks Predicted (9:25)
The Messiah will be Cut Off (9:26)
The Covenant of One Week (9:27)

Appendix: ‘GAPS’

In Israel’s National Timeline

Contrast:

ACCORDING TO: 1KINGS 6:1; TEMPLE BEGAN 480 YEARS AFTER EGYPT
BUT: ACTS 13:18-21; 40years IN THE WILDERNESS 450 years UNDER JUDGES 40 years UNDER SAUL
PLUS WE KNOW: 40 years UNDER DAVID 3 years UNDER SOLOMON GIVES A TOTAL: 573 years

Consider:

JUDGES 3:8; 8 years under OCCUPATION 3:14; 18 years under OCCUPATION 4:2-3; 20 years under OCCUPATION 6:1; 7 years under OCCUPATION 13:1; 40 years under OCCUPATION

TOTAL: 93 years out of the Land or under occupation, and therefore outside the ‘national time-line’ calculation

THIS LEAVES EXACTLY: 480 years COUNTED IN THE NATIONAL TIMELINE OF ISRAEL’S HISTORY.

Conclude:

A CONCLUSION CAN BE DRAWN THAT WHEN ISRAEL IS UNDER OFFICIAL DISCIPLINE AS A NATION, GOD’S TIMETABLE IS POSTPONED OR UNCOUNTED, AND A ‘GAP’ OCCURS.

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"Gabriel's Timetable"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

C. The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)

The Setting(9:1)
The Reading from Jeremiah(9:2)
The Prophet’s Prayer(9:3-19)
The Angel’s Arrival(9:20-23)
The Decree of Seventy Weeks(9:24-27)

The Decree of Seventy Weeks(9:24-27)
The Six Purposes to be Accomplished (9:24)
The First Sixty-Nine Weeks Predicted (9:25)
The Messiah will be Cut Off (9:26)
The Covenant of One Week (9:27)

Appendix: The Calculation of the ‘69 Weeks’[i]

PROPHETIC TIME: (Daniel 7:25; 9:27; 12:7; Revelation 11:2-3; 12:6, 14; 13:5) “Time, times and half a time” = ½ “Week” = 3 ½ Years = 42 months = 1260 days; Therefore: One Month = 30 days; One Year = 360 days

69 “WEEKS” X 7 YEARS/“WEEK” =483 YEARS X 360

DAYS/PROPHETIC YEAR =173,880 DAYS

“Decree to … rebuild Jerusalem”

Nehemiah 2:1-8

445BC

NISAN 1st, or March 14

“Until Messiah the Prince”

Matthew 21:1-11

Mark 11:1-11

Luke 19:28-40

John 12:12-16

AD32

10th NISAN, or APRIL 6

CALENDAR TIME:

445BC - AD32 = 476YEARS

(445+32 = 477; BUT FOR NO “ZERO” YEAR: -1 =476)

476 x 365 DAYS/YEAR (Julian) = 173,740

+116 DAYS (Leap) = 173,856

(476/4 =119; BUT FOR “NATURAL” TURN-OF-THE-CENTURY YEARS: -3 =116)

FROM MARCH 14 to APRIL 6

(31 DAYS IN MARCH - 14=17, + 6 DAYS OF APRIL = 23, BUT COUNT “INCLUSIVELY”: +1 = 24)

+24 DAYS,

FOR A GRAND TOTAL OF = 173,880 DAYS!

NOTE: Galatians 4:4; “But when the fullness of time came, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law, so that He might redeem those who were under the Law that we might receive the adoption as sons.”

[i] The Coming Prince by Sir Robert Anderson, Kregel Publications, Grand Rapids, MI; Nineteenth Edition 1975; pages 119-129.

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"The Decree of 70 Weeks of Years"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

C. The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)

The Setting(9:1)
The Reading from Jeremiah(9:2)
The Reaction from Daniel(9:3)
The Prophet’s Prayer(9:4-19)
The Angel’s Arrival(9:20-23)
The Decree(9:24-27)

The Decree(9:24-27)
The Six Purposes to be Accomplished (9:24)
The First Sixty-Nine Weeks Predicted (9:25)
The Messiah will be Cut Off (9:26)
The Covenant of One Week (9:27)

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"A Prophet's Confession"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

C. The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)

The Setting(9:1)
The Reading from Jeremiah(9:2)
The Reaction from Daniel(9:3)
The Prophet’s Prayer(9:4-19)
The Angel’s Arrival(9:20-23)
The Decree(9:24-27)

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"A Prophet's Reading"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

C. The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)

The Setting(9:1)
The Reading from Jeremiah(9:2)
The Reaction from Daniel(9:3)
The Prophet’s Prayer(9:4-19)
The Angel’s Arrival(9:20-23)
The Decree(9:24-27)

Appendix: The Seventy Years of Discipline

National Discipline of Dispersion Predicted in the Law for Idolatry, Immorality and the Sabbath Years; Exodus 23:10–11; “You shall sow your land for six years and gather in its yield, 11 but on the seventh yearyou shall let it rest and lie fallow, so that the needy of your people may eat; and whatever they leave the beast of the field may eat. You are to do the same with your vineyard and your olive grove.”; Deuteronomy 28:63–64; “It shall come about that as the Lord delighted over you to prosper you, and multiply you, so the Lord will delight over you to make you perish and destroy you; and you will be torn from the land where you are entering to possess it. 64 “Moreover, the Lord will scatter you among all peoples, from one end of the earth to the other end of the earth; and there you shall serve other gods, wood and stone, which you or your fathers have not known.”

If Unrepentant, Multiplied “7 times more”; Leviticus 26:14-35; (v18) “If also after these things you do not obey Me, then I will punish you seven times more for your sins.”; (v21) “If then, you act with hostility against Me and are unwilling to obey Me, I will increase the plague on you seven times according to your sins.”; (vs27-28) “Yet if in spite of this you do not obey Me, but act with hostility against Me, then I will act with wrathful hostility against you, and I, even I, will punish you seven times for your sins.”

Leviticus 26:34-35; “Then the land will enjoy its sabbaths all the days of the desolation, while you are in your enemies’ land; then the land will rest and enjoy its sabbaths. 35 ‘All the days of its desolation it will observe the rest which it did not observe on your sabbaths, while you were living on it.”;

Note: So it was that for almost 500 years Israel had evidently failed to keep these Sabbath Years

2Chronicles 36:19–21; “Then they burned the house of God and broke down the wall of Jerusalem, and burned all its fortified buildings with fire and destroyed all its valuable articles. 20 Those who had escaped from the sword he carried away to Babylon; and they were servants to him and to his sons until the rule of the kingdom of Persia, 21 to fulfill the word of the Lord by the mouth of Jeremiah, until the land had enjoyed its sabbaths. All the days of its desolation it kept sabbath until seventy years were complete.”

Seventy-Year Span Foretold by Jeremiah:

Jeremiah 25:11–12; “This whole land will be a desolation and a horror, and these nations will serve the king of Babylon seventy years. 12 ‘Then it will be when seventy years are completed I will punish the king of Babylon and that nation,’ declares the Lord, ‘for their iniquity, and the land of the Chaldeans; and I will make it an everlasting desolation.”; Jeremiah 29:10–11; “For thus says the Lord, ‘When seventy years have been completed for Babylon, I will visit you and fulfill My good word to you, to bring you back to this place. 11 ‘For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.’”

– Daniel’s Observation in Jeremiah

This stirred him to his prayer; Daniel 9:2; “In the first year of his reign, I, Daniel, observed in the books the number of the years which was revealed as the word of the Lord to Jeremiah the prophet for the completion of the desolations of Jerusalem, namely, seventy years.”

Notice: Daniel sees this "Seventy years" timeframe is about to be completed (Daniel 9:2). Now what?! If this is coming to an end, and there is no national repentance, there is the potential of another 70x7, or 490 years, yet to be played out for his people and his nation.

Consider: Jesus did not just pick a random number in His illustration about forgiveness; Matthew 18:21–22; “Then Peter came and said to Him, “Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times?” 22Jesus said to him, “I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven.”; This carried with it a certain Biblical and historical familiarity to the disciples of Jesus' earthly ministry.

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"The Rather Small Horn"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

B. The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)

The Setting(8:1-2)
The Goat Conquers the Ram(8:3-8)
The Small Horn Causes Horror (8:9-14)
The Ram is Medo-Persia(8:15-20)
The Goat is Greece(8:21-22)
The Insolent King(8:23-26)
The Aftermath(8:27)

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"A Ram and a Goat"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

B. The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)

The Setting(8:1-2)
The Goat Conquers the Ram(8:3-8)
The Small Horn Causes Horror (8:9-14)
The Ram is Medo-Persia(8:15-20)
The Goat is Greece(8:21-22)
The Insolent King(8:23-26)
The Aftermath(8:27)

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"The Ram and the Goat"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

B. The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)

The Setting(8:1-2)
The Goat Conquers the Ram(8:3-8)
The Small Horn Causes Horror (8:9-14)
The Ram is Medo-Persia(8:15-20)
The Goat is Greece(8:21-22)
The Insolent King(8:23-26)
The Aftermath(8:27)

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"The Little Horn"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

A. The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)

The Dream of Monsters(7:1-8)
The Ancient of Days(7:9-12)
The Son of Man(7:13-14)
The Empires of Earth(7:15-18)
The Little Horn of the Last Beast (7:19-22)
The Dominion of the Most High(7:23-27)
The End of this Revelation (7:28)

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"The Four Monsters"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

A. The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)

The Dream of Monsters(7:1-8)
The Ancient of Days(7:9-12)
The Son of Man(7:13-14)
The Empires of Earth(7:15-18)
The Little Horn of the Last Beast (7:19-22)
The Dominion of the Most High(7:23-27)
The End of this Revelation (7:28)

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"Senior Prophet in a Hostile Culture"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

F. The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

The Prologue(6:1-5)
The Conspiracy(6:6-9)
The Entrapment(6:10-13)
The Intervention(6:14-18)
The Rescue(6:19-24)
The Declaration (6:25-27)
The Epilogue(6:28)

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"The Graffiti and the Prediction"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

E. The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)

The Prologue(5:1-4)
The Confusion in the Room(5:5-9)
The Introduction by the Queen(5:10-12)
The Negotiation by the King(5:13-16)
The Confrontation by the Prophet (5:17-24)
The Interpretation of the Words(5:25-29)
The Epilogue(5: 30-31)

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"The Repentance and the Restoration"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

D. The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)

The Prologue(4:1-3)
The Consultation & Belteshazzar(4:4-9)
The Tree & the Lumberjack(4:10-18)
The Interpretation & Invitation(4:19-27)
The Humbling of Nebuchadnezzar (4:28-33)
The Epilogue(4: 34-37)

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"The Tree and the Lumberjack Angel"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

D. The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)

The Prologue(4:1-3)
The Consultation & Belteshazzar(4:4-9)
The Tree & the Lumberjack(4:10-18)
The Interpretation & Invitation(4:19-27)
The Humbling of Nebuchadnezzar (4:28-33)
The Epilogue(4: 34-37)

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"The Four in the Fire"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

C. The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)

The Golden Image (3:1-7)
The Charges (3:8-12)
The Investigation (3:13-18)
The Fire (3:19-23)
The Exit (3:24-27)
The God Who Rescues (3:28-30)

The Fire (3:19-23)
The Heat (3:19)
The Warriors (3:20-21)
The Fatalities (3:22)
The Prisoners (3:23)
The Exit (3:24-27)
The Count: A Fourth Man (3:24-25)
The Order: Come Out (3:26)
The Examination: Unscathed (3:27)
The God Who Rescues (3:28-30)
The Worship: A Reversal (3:28)
The Decree: A Renewal (3:29)
The Prosperity: A Redo (3:30)

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"Twenty-Somethings in a Hostile Culture"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

C. The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)

The Golden Image (3:1-7)
The Charges (3:8-12)
The Investigation (3:13-18)
The Fire (3:19-23)
The Exit (3:24-27)
The God Who Rescues (3:28-30)

The Golden Image (3:1-7)
The Large Idol on the Plain (3:1)
The Assembly of Dignitaries (3:2-3)
The Orchestra as the Cue (3:4-7)
The Charges (3:8-12)
The Decree Reviewed (3:8-11)
The Jews Named (3:12)
The Investigation (3:13-18)
The Interrogation (3:13-15)
The Commitment (3:16-18)

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"The Stone and the Mountain"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

B. The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)

The King had a Dream (2:1-18)
The Secret is Revealed (2:19-30)
The Report is Delivered (2:31-35)
The Interpretation is Provided (2:36-45)
The Promotion is Bestowed (2:46-49)

The Interpretation is Provided (2:36-45)
Daniel Delivers: The Times of the Gentiles (2:36)
The Head of Gold = Babylon - the First Kingdom (2:37-38)
The Breast and Arms of Silver = Medo-Persia (2:39a)
The Abs and Thighs of Bronze = Greece (2:39b)
The Legs of Iron = Rome I (2:40)
The Feet and Toes of Iron/Clay = Rome II & III (2:41-43)
The Stone Cut Without Hands and The Great Mountain = The Messiah - The Last Kingdom (2:44-45)

The Promotion is Bestowed (2:46-49)
The Fragrance of Honor (2:46)
The Revealer of Mysteries (2:47)
The Chief Prefect of Wise Men (2:48)
The Administration of the Province (2:49)

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"One Statue is Worth a Thousand Words"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

B. The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)

The King had a Dream (2:1-18)
The Secret is Revealed (2:19-30)
The Report is Delivered (2:31-35)
The Interpretation is Provided (2:36-45)
The Promotion is Bestowed (2:46-49)

The Report is Delivered (2:31-35)
The Awesome Statue (2:31)
The Parts and Materials (2:32-33)
The Stone Cut Without Hands and The Great Mountain (2:34-35)

The Interpretation is Provided (2:36-45)
Daniel Delivers: The Times of the Gentiles (2:36)
The Head of Gold = Babylon - the First Kingdom (2:37-38)
The Breast and Arms of Silver = Medo-Persia (2:39a)
The Abs and Thighs of Bronze = Greece (2:39b)
The Legs of Iron = Rome I (2:40)
The Feet and Toes of Iron/Clay = Rome II & III (2:41-43)

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"The Revealer of Mysteries"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

B. The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)

The King had a Dream (2:1-18)
The Mystery is Revealed (2:19-30)
The Report is Delivered (2:31-35)
The Interpretation is Provided (2:36-45)
The Promotion is Bestowed (2:46-49)

The Mystery is Revealed (2:19-30)
The Acclamation from the Prophet (2:19-23)
The Intervention from the Prophet (2:24)
The Accreditation from the Prophet (2:25-30)

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"The King Had a Dream"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

A. The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)

The King had a Dream (2:1-18)
The Mystery is Revealed (2:19-30)
The Report is Delivered (2:31-35)
The Interpretation is Provided (2:36-45)
The Promotion is Bestowed (2:46-49)

The King had a Dream (2:1-18)
The Invitation for the Council (2:1-3)
The Limitation of the Chaldeans (2:4-11)
The Indignation of the King (2:12-13)
The Discretion of the Prophet (2:14-16)
The Intercession of the Friends (2:17-18)

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"Teenagers in a Hostile Culture"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

A. The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)

Relocation (1:1-2)
Indoctrination (1:3-7)
Dedication (1:8-13)
Examination (1:14-17)
Promotion (1:18-21)

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"Thriving in a Hostile Culture"

The Outline:

I. THE STORIES (1:1-6:28)

The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)
The Dream: A Statue and a Stone (2:1-49)
The Stand: Four in a Furnace (3:1-30)
The Tract: Testimony of a King (4:1-37)
The Wall: Handwriting to Decipher (5:1-30)
The Den: Appetite of Lions (6:1-28)

II. THE VISIONS (7:1-12:13)

The Four Beasts of Empires (7:1-28)
The Horns of a Ram and a Goat (8:1-27)
The Timetable of Seventy Weeks (9:1-27)
The Man of Glory 10:1-9)
The Battle of Angels (10:10-11:1)
The Wars and Intrigues of Kings (11:2-28)
The Abomination of Desolation (11:29-45)
The Time of Trouble (12:1-13)

A. The Transfer: University of Babylon (1:1-21)

Relocation (1:1-2)
Indoctrination (1:3-7)
Dedication (1:8-13)
Examination (1:14-17)
Promotion (1:18-21)

Their Jewish names meant: “Daniel” = ‘God is my judge’ “Hananiah” = ‘Beloved of the Lord’ “Mishael” = ‘Who is as God’ “Azariah” = ‘The Lord is my help’ Notice: The abbreviation of ‘Elohim’ is “-el” and the abbreviation of ‘Yahweh’ is the syllable ‘-yah’
Their new Babylonian names mean: “Belteshazzar” = ‘Bel’s prince’ “Shadrach” = ‘Illuminated by Aku’ “Meshach” = ‘Who is like Aku’ “Abednego” = ‘The servant of Nego’
Notice: This is the imposition of a new heritage and history and culture and even identity

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"Thriving in a Hostile Culture"

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"Encouragement for a Changing Church"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

Prologue: “For Your Comfort” (1:3-11)

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister[i] (1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE(5:1-6:10)

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)
FROM HIS CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)
ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS(12:1-18)

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Greetings & Benediction (13:11-14)

[i] Major headings are from Explore the Book by J. Sidlow Baxter

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"The God of Love and Peace"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

Prologue: “For Your Comfort” (1:3-11)

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister[i] (1:12-6:10)

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Greetings & Benediction (13:11-14)

[i] Major headings are from Explore the Book by J. Sidlow Baxter

Greetings & Benediction (13:11-14)

• The God of Love and Peace(13:11)

• One Another and All(13:12-13)

• A Triune Blessing(13:14)

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"The Test for Faith"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

Prologue: “For Your Comfort” (1:3-11)

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister[i] (1:12-6:10)

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Greetings & Benediction (13:11-14)

[i] Major headings are from Explore the Book by J. Sidlow Baxter

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Paul’s Humiliation: Finding Unrepented Sins(12:19-21)
Paul’s Return: Christ Mighty in You(13:1-4)
Paul’s Approval: “You be made Complete”(13:5-10)

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"The Power of God"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

Prologue: “For Your Comfort” (1:3-11)

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister[i] (1:12-6:10)

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Greetings & Benediction (13:11-14)

[i] Major headings are from Explore the Book by J. Sidlow Baxter

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Paul’s Humiliation: Finding Unrepented Sins(12:19-21)
Paul’s Return: Christ Mighty in You(13:1-4)
Paul’s Approval: “You be made Complete”(13:5-10)

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"The Sins of the Unrepentant"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

Prologue: “For Your Comfort” (1:3-11)

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister[i] (1:12-6:10)

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Greetings & Benediction (13:11-14)

[i] Major headings are from Explore the Book by J. Sidlow Baxter

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Paul’s Humiliation: Finding Unrepented Sins(12:19-21)
Paul’s Return: Christ Mighty in You(13:1-4)
Paul’s Approval: “You be made Complete”(13:5-10)

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"The Love of a Father"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS(12:1-18)

D. HIS CREDENTIALS(12:1-18)

Revelations (12:1-10)
Signs (12:11-18)

Signs (12:11-18)
Of a True Apostle (12:11-13)
Of Unselfish Love (12:14-18)
Sought: Not Yours but You (12:14)
Spent: Not Deceit but Love (12:15-16)
Sent: Not Conspiracy but Consistency (12:17-18)

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"The Signs of a True Apostle"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS(12:1-18)

D. HIS CREDENTIALS(12:1-18)

Revelations (12:1-10)
Signs (12:11-18)

Signs (12:11-18)
Of a True Apostle (12:11-13)
Of Unselfish Love (12:14-18)

a. Of a True Apostle (12:11-13)

Commended: Not Inferior (12:11)
Performed: Not Easy (12:12)
Treated: Not a Burden (12:13)

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"The Thorn Not Removed"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS(12:1-18)

A. HIS CREDENTIALS(12:1-18)

Revelations (12:1-10)
Signs (12:11-18)

Revelations (12:1-10)
Of Heaven (12:1-6)
Of Humility (12:7-10)

b. Of Humility (12:7-10)

- Messenger: Thorn (12:7)
- Prayer: Triplicate (12:8)
- Answer: Grace (12:9)
- Difficulties: Strength (12:10)

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"The Words Not Repeatable"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

D. HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

Revelations (12:1-10)
Signs (12:11-18)

Revelations (12:1-10)
Of Heaven (12:1-6)
Of Humility (12:7-10)

a. Of Heaven (12:1-6)

- Necessary: Unprofitable (12:1)
- Paradise: Inexpressible (12:2-4)
- Truth: Restraint (12:5-6)

Note: There are six “visions” given to Paul that are recorded in the book of Acts;

- The Vision of Jesus on the Road to Damascus (Acts 9:3-12; 22:6-11; 26:12-18)
- The Macedonian giving the Invitation (Acts 16:9-10)
- The Lord at Corinth giving Assurance to stay in Corinth (Acts 18:9-10)
- The Lord at Jerusalem giving Instructions to leave immediately (Acts 22:17-21)
- The Lord at Caesarea giving Promise to reach Rome (Acts 23:11)
- The Angel on the Ship predicting safety and arrival in Caesar’s Court (Acts 27:23-24)

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"The Boasting about Weakness"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

C. HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)

PRESENT FOOLISHNESS (11:16-21a)
PAST DANGERS (11:21b-27)
DAILY PRESSURE (11:28-33)

PAST DANGERS (11:21b-27)
Personal Status: Ethnicity (11:21b-22)
Experiential Service: Adversity (11:23-27)

DAILY PRESSURE (11:28-33)
The Concern for the Churches: Ministry (11:28-29)
The Basket in Damascus: Missionary (11:30-33)

Appendix: The Voyages of Paul

Caesarea to Tarsus (Acts 9:30; Gal 1:21)
Tarsus to Antioch (Acts11:25-26)
Seleucia to Salamis of Cyprus (Acts 13:4)
Paphos to Perga (Acts13:13)
Attalia to Antioch (Acts 14:25-26)
Troas to Neapolis (Acts 16:11)
Berea to Athens (Acts 17:14-15)
Corinth to Ephesus (Acts 18:18-19)
Ephesus to Caesarea (Acts 18:21-22)
Ephesus to Macedonia (Acts 20:1-2)
Philippi to Troas (Acts 20:6)
Troas to Assos (Acts 20:13)
Assos to Mitylene (Acts 20:14)
Mitylene to Chios (Acts 20:15a)
Samos to Miletus (Acts 20:15c-16)
Miletus to Cos (Acts 21:1a)
Cos to Rhodes (Acts 21:1b)
Rhodes to Patara (Acts 21:1c)
Patara to Tyre (Acts 21:2-3)
Tyre to Ptolemais (Acts 21:6-7)
Ptolemais to Caesarea (Acts 21:8)
Caesarea to Sidon (Acts 27:2-3)
Sidon to Myra in Lycia (Acts 27:4-5)
Myra to Cnidus (Acts 27:6-7a)
Cnidus to Fair Havens (Acts 27:7b-8)
Fair Havens to Malta (Acts 27:12-28:1)
Malta to Syracuse (Acts 28:11-12)
Syracuse to Rhegium (Acts 28:13a)
Rhegium to Puteoli (Acts 28:13b)

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"The Foolishness of Boasting"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

C. HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)

PRESENT FOOLISHNESS (11:16-21a)
PAST DANGERS (11:21b-27)
DAILY PRESSURE (11:28-33)

PRESENT FOOLISHNESS (11:16-21a)
The Rhetorical Device: Sarcasm (11:16-17)
The Boasting Platform: Foolishness (11:18-19)
The Toleration Factor: Abuse (11:20-21a)

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"The Apostles of Counterfeit"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

B. HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)

Clear of Impurity (11:1-6)
Free from Imposition (11:7-11)
Exposing Impostors (11:12-15)

Exposing Impostors (11:12-15)
The Consistency: Opportunity Cut Off (11:12)
The Pseudo-Apostles: Deceitful Workers (11:13)
The Masquerade: Satan’s Servants (11:14-15)

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"The Gospel with No Charge"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

B. HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)

Clear of Impurity (11:1-6)
Free from Imposition (11:7-11)
Exposing Impostors (11:12-15)

Free from Imposition (11:7-11)
The Support from Other Churches (11:7-8)
The Principle of No-Burden (11:9)
The Truth and the Love (11:10-11)

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"The Simplicity of the Devotion"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

B. HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)

Clear of Impurity (11:1-6)
Free from Imposition (11:7-11)
Exposing Impostors (11:12-15)

Clear of Impurity (11:1-6)
The Jealousy for Simple Loyalty (11:1-3)
The Preaching of ‘Another Jesus’ (11:4)
The Equal to the ‘Hyper-Apostles’ (11:5-6)

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"The Measure of the Sphere"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

A. HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)

Waging Warfare (10:1-6)
Using Authority (10:7-11)
Measuring Ministry (10:12-18)

Measuring Ministry (10:12-18)
The Sphere Apportioned (10:12-14)
The Growth Enlarged (10:15-17)
The Lord Commended (10:18)

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"The Authority of the Apostle"

The Outline:

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

A. HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)

Waging Warfare (10:1-6)
Using Authority (10:7-11)
Measuring Ministry (10:12-18)

2..Using Authority (10:7-11)

The Inward Identity (10:7)
The Assigned Role (10:8-10)
The Consistent Demeanor (10:11)

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"The Arena of the Battle"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

Prologue: “For Your Comfort” (1:3-11)

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister[i] (1:12-6:10)

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Greetings & Benediction (13:11-14)

[i] Major headings are from Explore the Book by J. Sidlow Baxter.

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)
HIS CONDUCT (11:1-15)
HIS CONFLICTS (11:16-33)
HIS CREDENTIALS (12:1-18)

A. HIS CHARACTER (10:1-18)

Waging Warfare (10:1-6)
Using Authority (10:7-11)
Measuring Ministry (10:12-18)

Waging Warfare (10:1-6)
The Arena (10:1-3)
The Weapons (10:4)
The Opposition (10:5-6)

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"The Proportion of the Gift"

The Outline:

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)
FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)
ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

C. ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

Examples of Grace Giving (8:1-9)
Principles of Grace Giving (8:10-9:15)

Principles of Grace Giving (8:10-9:15)
The Reliability (8:10-12)
The Equality (8:13-15)
The Honorability (8:16-24)
The Responsibility (9:1-5)
The Generosity (9:6-15)

e. The Generosity (9:6-15)

An Enrichment (9:6-11)
A Thanksgiving (9:12)
A Praise (9:13)
A Prayer (9:14)
A Gift Beyond Words (9:15)

APPENDIX: Giving[i]

PERCENTAGE OF GIVING

In the OLD TESTAMENT:
Numbers 18:21-24; A Tithe (10%) To maintain the temple
Deuteronomy 14:22-24; A Tithe (10%) To the Lord’s feasts and sacrifices
Deuteronomy 14:28-29; A Tithe (10%) Every third year for the poor and for the Levites

TOTAL = 20%; EVERY THIRD YEAR = 30%;

(Or 23.3% EQUALIZED ANNUALLY)

In the NEW TESTAMENT:
Acts 20:35; A general blessing to any giver (NO % Specified)
1Corinthians 6:20; Everything you are and have (100%) belongs to God already — You are now a 'steward' of what is already His
1Corinthians 16:2; The only criterion for New Testament giving — It is proportional (“As God has prospered”)

Note: ‘TITHING’ as such is:

Never exhorted in the New Testament. Paul taught for two whole chapters on the subject of giving (2Corinthians 8 & 9), and did not attempt to “Christianize” the Old Testament tithing procedure.

Mentioned in the Gospels as historical record, but Jesus Himself speaks of it only in derogatory terms (Matthew 23:23; Luke 11:42).

A Law principle, implemented within the nation of Israel as a part of their theocratic ‘tax structure.’

GIVING is a blessing of grace (Acts 20:35), and grace has no fixed standard. Even during the Mosaic Covenant, grace giving was practiced. (Ezra 1:6, “a free-will offering,” and Ezra 2:69, “According to their ability they gave …”)

PLACE OF GIVING

OT:Malachi 3:10; “The storehouse” (At the Temple)
NT: Matthew 6:1-4; “In secret”

Galatians 6:10; “To all people, and especially to those who are of the household of faith”

1Corinthians 16:2-3; “On the first day of every week put aside and save.”; Note: It is not clear whether this was carried out individually or brought to a corporate fund at their gathering.

1Timothy 5:17-18; To those who work in the Word

PRINCIPLES OF GIVING: 2CORINTHIANS 8 & 9

8:1-6; MOTIVATED GIVING:
“According to their own ability, and beyond …”
“Of their own accord”
“The favor of participation”; Notice: In direct contrast to much of today’s solicitations for support, who it was doing the “begging” — it was the GIVERS who were “BEGGING us with much entreaty for the favor …”!
“First gave themselves to the Lord and to us …”
8:7-15; GRACE GIVING
“This gracious work”
“The sincerity of your love”
“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ”
“For if the readiness is present, it is acceptable …”
“That there may be equality”; Note: This does not support the economic principles of Marxism, but rather a balance of responsiveness to needs.
8:16-22; QUALITIES OF A COURIER/TREASURER and PRINCIPLE OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
“Very earnest"
A reputation “in the things of the gospel” (But Paul keeps him anonymous here)
“Appointed by the churches”
“Taking precaution so that no one discredits us”
“Regard for what is honorable, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.”

Note: The extent to which it is necessary to stay HONORABLE: “taking precaution that no one should discredit us in our administration of this generous gift.” Sadly, the name of Christ has been dishonored by the way some ministries have handled the Lord’s funds. They have fallen short of their responsibility of taking proper measures so as to not be “discredited.” Paul seemed intent upon this principle when he included in 1Corinthians 16:2-3: “…that no collections be made when I come.”

“Tested and found diligent”
9:1-5; PLANNED AND COMMITTED GIVING:
“That …you may be prepared” (Diminish Embarrassment)
“Arrange beforehand your …promised bountiful gift” (Avoid Covetousness)
9:6-11; QUALITIES OF THE GIVER:
“Just as he has purposed in his heart” (Planned)
“God loves a cheerful giver”; (Happy)
1Corinthians 16:2-3;“put aside and save" (Regular)

PROMISES TO THE GIVER:

“And God is able to make all grace abound to you”
“Having all sufficiency in everything”
“Now He … will supply and multiply”
“You will be enriched in everything for all liberality”
9:12-15; RESPONSE BY THE RECIPIENTS:
“Producing thanksgiving”
“Glorify God for your obedience”
“Prayer on your behalf”

Note: The Support of Workers

It is clear from Scriptural commands and examples that certain workers or elders are to be supported financially by God’s people.(1Timothy 5:17-18; Philippians 4:15-19) But this support seems to come as a willful response of believers to the needs of those serving Christ and from their obedience to God’s Word.
Paul was even committed by principle to work part or full time in his own business to avoid the extra complications that can arise because of money.(1Thessalonians 2:9; 2Thessalonians 3:8; 2Corinthians 11:9) In fact the King James uses the word “chargeable.” This seems to indicate that Paul did not want to enter into an artificial accountability to someone simply because they were forced to “pay his salary,” or to ever feel like his “patron(s)” owned him and his ministry.[ii]
It seems that the key principle is one of freedom.A worker for the Lord should be free to preach and teach and lead without becoming unduly “bound” to the person(s) providing the resources. Those who give to the Lord should be free to obey God by giving willingly without being pressured by a contract—written or “understood.”[iii]
The Lord’s worker should be accountable to proper spiritual authority in the local church regardless of the amount or direct source of financial support, but should steer clear of the trap of “professional” ministry that determines a person’s “job” by the amount of his “pay.”[iv]

[i] Excerpted from the book From the Fold to the Flock by Glendall Toney, Xulon Press, 2012.

[ii] Someone once told me, "Where the money comes from, there is also accountability.” I have concluded that that person was right. And it is a perfectly acceptable principle for all work, except (I have come to see) in the area of the Lord’s work. If you dig a ditch or build a bridge or are a CEO in a major corporation, those who pay your wage have every right to tell you how to do your job. But what price can you put upon the Lord’s ministry? Also, if this were true, every pastor, teacher, evangelist, etc., would become the “employee” of whoever is paying for his services. Whether it’s the board of the church, or the congregation, or the prominent successful business person, or the lone rich widow, the Lord’s worker enters into a sort of “bondage” that in the end will dictate the content and spirit of his ministry and message. I know about one church which, after having one pastor for 10 or 12 years, went through five ministers in six years, until the last fellow figured out that none of his predecessors (nor he) did what the first pastor did—drop by the auto dealership of a prominent member (and supporter!) once a week for coffee and a chat.

[iii] Can you imagine the dilemma that could arise in the Lord’s work if an evangelist or Bible teacher began to ‘charge’ what the ‘market value’ of his services are worth, using as a gauge other similar important professions such as a doctor or lawyer or ‘motivational speaker’. What would be the equitable ‘wage’ for the salvation of a soul or a transformed life or just one great sermon?

[iv] I personally believe the principle of “not letting your left hand know what your right hand is doing” (Matthew 6:3) on both sides. The worker does God’s work and receives support as it comes from Him, without being bound to whoever is paying the highest bid. The giver should give with “no strings attached” as “to the Lord,” so that there is no threat of “control” over what should be God’s work.

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"The Preparation of the Gift"

The Outline:

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)
FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)
ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

C. ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

Examples of Grace Giving (8:1-9)
Principles of Grace Giving (8:10-9:15)

Principles of Grace Giving (8:10-9:15)
The Reliability (8:10-12)
The Equality (8:13-15)
The Honorability (8:16-24)
The Responsibility (9:1-5)
The Generosity (9:6-15)

d. The Responsibility (9:1-5)

A Motivation (9:1-2)
A Preparation (9:3-4)
A Protection (9:5)

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"The Administration of the Gift"

The Outline:

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)
FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)
ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

C. ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

Examples of Grace Giving (8:1-9)
Principles of Grace Giving (8:10-9:15)

Principles of Grace Giving (8:10-9:15)
The Reliability (8:10-12)
The Equality (8:13-15)
The Honorability (8:16-24)
The Responsibility (9:1-5)
The Generosity (9:6-15)

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"The First to Begin"

The Outline:

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)
FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)
ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

A. ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

Examples of Grace Giving (8:1-9)
Principles of Grace Giving (8:10-9:15)

Principles of Grace Giving (8:10-9:15)
The Reliability (8:10-12)
The Equality (8:13-15)
The Honorability (8:16-24)
The Responsibility (9:1-5)
The Generosity (9:6-15)

The NT Church and Socialism:

“And all those who had believed were together and had all things in common…” (Acts 2:44-45); “And not one of them claimed that anything belonging to him was his own, but all things were common property to them.”(Acts 4:33-37)
But see on in the context Peter’s speech to Ananias and Sapphira: Acts 5:1-4; “While it remained unsold, did it not remain your own?” “And after it was sold, was it not under your control?”
Private property and personal responsibility underlies this scene
The actions of selling property and donating the proceeds from the sales was voluntary
This procedure was implemented only in one church at Jerusalem
Note: A case can be made that this drastic measure taken in this church led to the consequence of other distant churches having to underwrite their welfare later (Rom 15:26; Gal 2:10; 2Cor 9:9)
There is a principle of “equality” in reciprocal giving (2Cor 8:15); But that is still a voluntary endeavor to meet the need
The Example of the Apostle Paul: Enterprise, hard work and independence (Acts 18:3; 20:34-35; 1Cor 4:12; 1Thess 2:9; 2Thess 3:6-9)
At no time was it ever a forced communal lifestyle upon the congregations of believers; At no time did the believers expect the Roman government to equalize the economy

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"The Favor of Participation"

The Outline:

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)
FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)
ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

C. ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

Examples of Grace Giving (8:1-9)
Principles of Grace Giving (8:10-9:15)

Examples of Grace Giving (8:1-9)

a. The Churches of Macedonia (8:1-8)

The Gift out of Poverty (8:1-5)
The Gracious Work at Corinth (8:6-8)

b. The Lord Jesus Christ (8:9)

The Gift of Grace (8:9)

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"The Obedience that Leads to Joy"

The Outline:

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)
FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)
ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

B. FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)

Comfort from Your Repentance (7:2-13a)
Joy from Your Obedience (7:13b-16)

Comfort from Your Repentance (7:2-13a)
The Commitment from Paul (7:2-4)
The Report from Titus (7:5-7)
The Sorrow from God (7:8-10)
The Earnestness from You (7:11-13a)

Joy from Your Obedience (7:13b-16)
The Refreshment of Titus (7:13b)
The Truth in Boasting (7:14)
The Obedience with Respect (7:15)
The Confidence in Rejoicing (7:16)

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"The Sorrow that Leads to Repentance"

The Outline:

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)
FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)
ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

A. FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)

Comfort from Your Repentance (7:2-13a)
Joy from Your Obedience (7:13b-16)

Comfort from Your Repentance (7:2-13a)
The Commitment from Paul (7:2-4)
The Report from Titus (7:5-7)
The Sorrow from God (7:8-10)
The Earnestness from You (7:11-13a)

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"The Temple of the Living God"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

Prologue: “For Your Comfort” (1:3-11)

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister[i] (1:12-6:10)

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Greetings & Benediction (13:11-14)

[i] Major headings are from Explore the Book by J. Sidlow Baxter

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)
FROM MY CONFIDENCE (7:2-16)
ABOUT THE COLLECTION (8:1-9:15)

A. FOR YOUR CLEANSING (6:11-7:1)

Change Your Attitude (6:11-13)
Change Your Relationships (6:14-7:1)

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"The Servants of God"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

D. HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

Motivated (5:1-21)
Manifested (6:1-10)

Manifested (6:1-10)
By Urgency (6:1-2)
By Consistency (6:3-10)

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"The Word of Reconciliation"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

D. HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

Motivated (5:1-21)
Manifested (6:1-10)

Motivated (5:1-21)
By the Spirit as a Pledge: A Body for Eternity (5:1-5)
By the Judgment Seat of Christ: A Recompense for Deeds (5:6-10)
By the Fear of the Lord: An Occasion for Pride (5:11-13)
By the Love of Christ: A Purpose for Living (5:14-15)
By the Word of Reconciliation: An Invitation for Ambassadors (5:16-21)

e. By the Word of Reconciliation: An Invitation for Ambassadors (5:16-21)

A New Creation in Christ (5:16-19)
A Righteousness in Christ (5:20-21)

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"The Fear of the Lord and The Love of Christ"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

D. HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

Motivated (5:1-21)
Manifested (6:1-10)

Motivated (5:1-21)
By the Spirit as a Pledge: A Body for Eternity (5:1-5)
By the Judgment Seat of Christ: A Recompense for Deeds (5:6-10)
By the Fear of the Lord: An Occasion for Pride (5:11-13)
By the Love of Christ: A Purpose for Living (5:14-15)
By the Word of Reconciliation: An Invitation for Ambassadors (5:16-21)

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"The Judgment Seat of Christ"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

D. HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

Motivated (5:1-21)
Manifested (6:1-10)

Motivated (5:1-21)
By the Spirit as a Pledge: A Body for Eternity (5:1-5)
By the Judgment Seat of Christ: A Recompense for Deeds (5:6-10)
By the Fear of the Lord: An Occasion for Pride (5:11-13)
By the Love of Christ: A Purpose for Living (5:14-15)
By the Word of Reconciliation: An Invitation for Ambassadors (5:16-21)

APPENDIX: The Judgments

The Cross of Christ (Isa 53:4-12; Gal 4:5; 2Cor 5:21)

The [Βήμα] Judgment Seat of Christ (1Cor 3:12-15; 2Cor 5:10)

The Great White Throne (Jude 6; Rev 20:10-15)

The Return of Christ

The Judgment of the Living Gentiles (Matt 25:31-46)

The Judgment of the Living Jews (Ezek 20:33-38; Zech 13:8-9; Luke 13:24-30)

The Judgment of the Martyrs (Rev 20:4)

The Judgment of the OT Saints (Dan 12:1-2, 11-15)

Notice: None of these judgments actually determine a person’s destiny; That is already set by their identity as whether or not they are in Christ by trusting Him for salvation; The works are judged to evaluate the level of either rewards or punishment; Even the sheep and the goat judgment of the Gentile nations where they are separated for their distinct destinies, it is clear that they are already sheep and already goats before they are judged. And that judgment is according to certain actions taken, which are used as the evidence of their true identity.

See: For the degrees of judgment for the lost; Matthew 11:20-24; (Luke 10:12-16); (vs22, 24) “Nevertheless I say to you, it will be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the day of judgment than for you. … Nevertheless I say to you, it will be more tolerable for Sodom in the day of judgment, than for you.”; Hebrews 10:28-29; (v29a) “How much severer punishment do you think he will deserve who has trampled under foot the Son of God…”
See: For the degrees of judgment for the saved; 1Corinthians 3:10-15; (vs14-15) “If any man’s work which he has built on it remains, he will receive a reward. If any man’s work is burned up, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire.”; 2Corinthians 5:10; “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may be recompensed for his deeds in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad.”
See: For the inevitability of judgment; Hebrews 9:27; “And inasmuch as it is appointed for men to die once and after this comes judgment”

APPENDIX: The Crowns of Reward

“The IMPERISHABLE Wreath” (1Cor 9:25) for Self-Control
“The Crown of EXULTATION” (1Thess 2:19) for Leading Others to the Lord and Nurturing Them
“The Crown of RIGHTEOUSNESS” (2Tim 4:8) for Loving His Appearing
“The Unfading Crown of GLORY” (1Pet 5:3-4) For Fruitful Ministry of the Word
“The Crown of LIFE” (James 1:12; Rev 2:10) for Perseverance and Faithfulness

See: There is a risk of losing crowns (Rev 3:11);

The example of the Twenty-Four Elders before the throne (Rev 4:4, 9-11)

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"The Spirit as a Pledge"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

D. HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

Motivated (5:1-21)
Manifested (6:1-10)

Motivated (5:1-21)
By the Spirit as a Pledge: A Body for Eternity (5:1-5)
By the Judgment Seat of Christ: A Recompense for Deeds (5:6-10)
By the Fear of the Lord: An Occasion for Pride (5:11-13)
By the Love of Christ: A Purpose for Living (5:14-15)
By the Word of Reconciliation: An Invitation for Ambassadors (5:16-21)

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"The Things Unseen"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

C. HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)

Of Quality (4:1-6)
Of Quantity (4:7-18)

Of Quantity (4:7-18)

a. The Pottery of Clay vs The Power of God (4:7-15)

…In the Manifested Life (4:7-12)

…In the Multiplied Lives (4:13-15)

b. The Temporal vs The Eternal (4:16-18)

…In the Nature of Growth (4:16)j

…In the Value of Returns (4:17)

…In the Focus of Vision (4:18)

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"The Light of the Gospel"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

C. HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)

Of Quality (4:1-6)
Of Quantity (4:7-18)

Of Quality (4:1-6)
Hidden vs Manifested[i] (4:1-2)
Blinded vs Enlightened (4:3-4)
Servants vs the Lord (4:5)
Darkness vs the Light (4:6)

[i] This series of subheadings adapted from The Wycliffe Bible Commentary

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"Transformed to Glory"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

B. HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)

By the Sincerity of the Messenger (2:14-3:3)
By the Superiority of the Message (3:4-18)

By the Superiority of the Message (3:4-18)

a. In Dynamic[i] (3:4-6)

b. In Degree (3:7-9)

c. In Duration (3:10-11)

d. In Diagnosis (3:12-17)

e. In Denouement (3:18)

[i] This series of subheadings adapted from The Wycliffe Bible Commentary.

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"Engraved on the Hearts"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

B. HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)

By the Sincerity of the Messenger (2:14-3:3)
By the Superiority of the Message (3:4-18)

By the Sincerity of the Messenger (2:14-3:3)
In Reputation (2:14-17)
In Documentation (3:1-3)

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"Loved by an Apostle"

The Outline:

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

A. HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)

1. In Plans (1:12-2:4)

Conscientiously (1:12-22)
Compassionately (1:23-2:4)
As a Worker: Joy (1:23-24)
As a Writer: Love (2:1-4)

2. In Punishment (2:5-11)

3. In Perspective (2:12-13)

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"Sealed by a Pledge"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

Prologue: “For Your Comfort” (1:3-11)

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister[i] (1:1:12-6:10)

II. EXHORTATION: The Appeal of Paul the Father (6:11-9:15)

III. VINDICATION: The Answer of Paul the Apostle (10:1-12:18)

Epilogue: “For Your Upbuilding” (12:19-13:10)

Greetings & Benediction (13:11-14)

[i] Major headings are from Explore the Book by J. Sidlow Baxter

I. EXPLANATION: The Account of Paul the Minister (1:1:12-6:10)

HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)
HIS COMMENDATION (2:14-3:18)
HIS CONTRASTS (4:1-18)
HIS COURAGE (5:1-6:10)

A. HIS CHANGES (1:12-2:13)

In Plans (1:12-2:4)
In Punishment (2:5-11)
In Perspective (2:12-13)

In Plans (1:12-2:4)
Conscientiously (1:12-22)
Compassionately (1:23-2:4)

a. Conscientiously (1:12-22)

In the Grace of God (1:12-14)
In the Faithfulness of God (1:15-22)

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"Encouragement for a Changing Church"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

The Author: An Apostle(1:1a)
The Secretary: A Brother(1:1b)
The Recipients: The Assembly and The Saints(1:1c)
The Blessing: Grace and Peace(1:2)

Prologue: “For Your Comfort” (1:3-11)

Our Comfort is Abundant through Christ(1:3-7)
Our Hope is Set on God(1:8-11)

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Welcome to Seasons 7, 8 & 9 which are the expositions through the Second letter of Paul to the Corinthians!

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"Wisdom for a Fractured Church"

The Outline:

1Corinthians

OUTLINE

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

II. REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

MARRIAGE(7:1-40)
LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)
WOMEN(11:2-16)
GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)
THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)
COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

Closing Remarks & Greetings (16:10-24)

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"The Greetings"

The Outline:

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

II. REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

MARRIAGE(7:1-40)
LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)
WOMEN(11:2-16)
GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)
THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)
COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

Closing Remarks & Greetings (16:10-24)

More Visitors(16:10-12)
Final Exhortations(16:13-18)
Greetings from Others(16:19-21)
Paul’s Signature(16:21-24)

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"The Remarks"

The Outline:

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

II. REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

MARRIAGE(7:1-40)
LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)
WOMEN(11:2-16)
GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)
THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)
COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

Closing Remarks & Greetings (16:10-24)

More Visitors (16:10-12)
Final Exhortations(16:13-18)
Greetings from Others(16:19-20)
Paul’s Signature(16:21-24)

APPENDIX: “Stand Firm” in the Epistles of the NT

1Corinthians 16:13; “Stand firm in the FAITH”
Galatians 5:1; “Keep standing firm in the FREEDOM”
Ephesians 6:10-19; “Stand firm AGAINST the schemes of the DEVIL”
Philippians 1:27-28; “Standing firm in ONE SPIRIT”
Philippians 4:1; 1Thessalonians 3:8; “Stand firm in the LORD”
2Thessalonians 2:14-15; “Stand firm in the TRADITIONS”
1Peter 5:12; “The TRUE GRACE OF GOD. Stand firm in it.”

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"The Collection"

The Outline:

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

II. REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

MARRIAGE(7:1-40)
LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)
WOMEN(11:2-16)
GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)
THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)
COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

Closing Remarks & Greetings (16:10-24)

F. COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

The Principles of Giving (16:1-2)
The Persons of Approval (16:3-4)
The Plans of Paul (16:5-9)

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"The Power of the Resurrection"

The Outline:

E. THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)

The Good News is the Central Message (15:1-11)
The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)
The Resurrected Body is the Victorious Hope (15:35-58)

The Resurrected Body is the Victorious Hope (15:35-58)

a. Its Pattern (15:35-49)

b. Its Power (15:50-58)

A Mystery (15:50-53)
The Victory (15:54-58)

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"The Pattern of the Resurrection"

The Outline:

E. THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)

The Good News is the Central Message (15:1-11)
The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)
The Resurrected Body is the Victorious Hope (15:35-58)

The Resurrected Body is the Victorious Hope (15:35-58)

a. Its Pattern (15:35-49)

b. Its Power (15:51-58

a.. Its Pattern (15:35-49)

Questioned (15:35)
Illustrated (15:36-41)
Described (15:42-44)
Prototyped (15:45-49)

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"The Motivation of the Resurrection"

The Outline:

E. THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)

The Good News is the Central Message (15:1-11)
The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)
The Resurrected Body is the Victorious Hope (15:35-58)

The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)

a. Its Necessity (15:12-19)

b. Its First Fruits (15:20-34)

A New Humanity (15:20-28)
A New Motivation (15:29-34)

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"The First Fruits of the Resurrection"

The Outline:

E. THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)

The Good News is the Central Message (15:1-11)
The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)
The Resurrected Body is the Victorious Hope (15:35-58)

2. The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)

a. Its Necessity (15:12-19)

b. Its First Fruits (15:20-34)

c. Its First Fruits (15:20-34)

A New Humanity (15:20-28)
A New Motivation (15:29-34)

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"The Importance of the Resurrection"

The Outline:

E. THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)

The Good News is the Central Message (15:1-11)
The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)
The Resurrected Body is the Victorious Hope (15:35-58)

The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)

a. Its Necessity (15:12-19)

b. Its First Fruits (15:20-34)

Its Necessity (15:12-19)

Without the Resurrection:

Our Preaching is Vain (15:12-14)
Our Testimony is False (15:15)
Your Faith is Worthless (15:16-17)
The Dead have Perished (15:18)
We are To Be Pitied (15:19)

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"The Evidence for the Resurrection"

The Outline:

E. THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)

The Good News is the Central Message (15:1-11)
The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)
The Resurrected Body is the Victorious Hope (15:35-58)

The Good News is the Central Message (15:1-11)
The Content of the Gospel (15:1-5)
The Evidence of the Resurrection (15:6-11)

a. The Evidence of the Resurrection (15:6-11)

Eyewitnesses (15:6-8)
Changed Lives (15:9-11)

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"The Gospel Preached"

The Outline:

E. THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)

The Good News is the Central Message (15:1-11)
The Resurrection is the Essential Truth (15:12-34)
The Resurrected Body is the Victorious Hope (15:35-58)

The Good News is the Central Message (15:1-11)
The Content of the Gospel (15:1-5)
The Evidence of the Resurrection (15:6-11)

The Content of the Gospel (15:1-5)
ITS RECIPIENTS (15:1-2)

The Preaching and Receiving (15:1)

The Saving Kind of Believing (15:2)

ITS COMPONENTS (15:3-5)

“Christ Died For Our Sins” (15:3)

“He Was Buried” (15:4a)

“He Was Raised” (15:4b)

“He Appeared…” (15:5)

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"The Procedure of the Gifts"

The Outline:

D. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

b. Their Practice (14:1-40)

EDIFICATION (14:1-5)
UNDERSTANDING (14:6-19)
PURPOSE (14:20-25)
ORDER (14:26-40)

ORDER (14:26-40)
- The Control and Limitation (14:26-33)
- The Propriety and Recognition (14:34-40)

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"The Purpose of the Gifts"

The Outline:

The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

b. Their Practice (14:1-40)

EDIFICATION (14:1-5)
UNDERSTANDING (14:6-19)
PURPOSE (14:20-25)
ORDER (14:26-40)

PURPOSE (14:20-25)

To “This People”: The Sign Predicted (14:20-22)

To “The Whole Church”: The Visitors Convicted (14:23-25)

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"The Profit of the Gifts"

The Outline:

D. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

b. Their Practice (14:1-40)

a. Their Practice (14:1-40)

EDIFICATION (14:1-5)
UNDERSTANDING (14:6-19)
PURPOSE (14:20-25)
ORDER (14:26-40)

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"The Priority of the Gifts"

The Outline:

D. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

b. Their Practice (14:1-40)

EDIFICATION (14:1-5)
UNDERSTANDING (14:6-19)
PURPOSE (14:20-25)
ORDER (14:26-40)

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"The Quality of Love"

The Outline:

D. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)
Their Placement (12:1-13:13)
Their Practice (14:1-40)

Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

UNITY (12:1-13)

VARIETY (12:14-31)

MATURITY (13:1-13)

The Importance of Love (13:1-3)
The Character of Love (13:4-7)
The Permanence of Love (13:8-13)

The Permanence of Love (13:8-13)

Temporary / Persistent (13:8)

Partial / Complete (13:9-10)

Child / Adult (13:11)

Dim / Clear (13:12)

The Valuable / The Best (13:13)

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"The Character of Love"

The Outline:

The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

b. Their Practice (14:1-40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

UNITY (12:1-13)

VARIETY (12:14-31)

MATURITY (13:1-13)

The Importance of Love (13:1-3)
The Character of Love (13:4-7)
The Permanence of Love (13:8-13)

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"The Members of the Body"

The Outline:

D. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)
Their Placement (12:1-13:13)
Their Practice (14:1-40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

UNITY (12:1-13)
VARIETY (12:14-31)
MATURITY (13:1-13)

VARIETY (12:14-31)

In Purpose (12:14-19)

In Prominence (12:20-26)

In Priority (12:27-31)

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"The Baptizing Work of the Holy Spirit"

The Outline:

A. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

b. Their Practice (14:1-40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

UNITY (12:1-13)

VARIETY (12:14-31)

MATURITY (13:1-13)

The Same Lord (12:1-3)
The Same God (12:4-6)
The Same Spirit (12:7-13)

The Same Spirit (12:7-13)

A Common Benefit (12:7)

A Strategic Distribution (12:8-11)

An Embedded Membership (12:12-13)

The Baptizing Work of the Holy Spirit

APPENDIX: A Summary of the WORK of The HOLY SPIRIT

IN THE OLD TESTAMENT

He “STROVE with MAN (against sin)” (Genesis 6:3; Nehemiah 9:30)
He EMPOWERED INDIVIDUALS for Special Work (Judges 6:34; 14:5-6; Numbers 27:15-16)

IN THE WORLD TODAY

He ENLIGHTENS (Hebrews 6:4)
He CONVICTS (John 16:8-11)
He RESTRAINS (2Thessalonians 2:6-7)

IN RELATION TO THE CHURCH

He CREATES It (Acts 2:1-4; 1Corinthians 12:13)
He INDWELLS It (1Corinthians 3:16-17; Ephesians 2:22)
He PRESIDES Over It (Acts 20:28; 4:8-12; Ephesians 6:18; 5:18-19)
He UNIFIES It (Ephesians 4:3; John 17:13-23)
He COMPLETES It (Acts 13:2,4,50-52; 15:28; 16:6-7)
He MAKES “OVERSEERS” (Acts 20:28)

IN RELATION TO INDIVIDUAL BELIEVERS

He REGENERATES (John 1:13, 3:5, Titus 3:5)
He INDWELLS (1Corinthians 6:19; 1:1-2; Romans 8:9)
He BAPTIZES (1Corinthians 12:13)
He SEALS (Ephesians 1:13; 4:30)
He ANOINTS (1John 2:20,27)
He DISTRIBUTES GIFTS (1Corinthians 12:11)
He FILLS (Ephesians 5:18)

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"The Gifts of the Spirit"

The Outline:

D. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)
Their Placement (12:1-13:13)
Their Practice (14:1-40)

a. Their Placement (12:1-13:13)

UNITY (12:1-13)

VARIETY (12:14-31)

MATURITY (13:1-13)

UNITY (12:1-13)

The Same Lord (12:1-3)
The Same God (12:4-6)
The Same Spirit (12:7-13)

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"The Breaking of Bread"

The Outline:

D. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Divided Assembly (11:17-22)
The Delivered Ingredients (11:23-26)
The Disciplined Results (11:27-34)

b. The Delivered Ingredients (11:23-26)

“Received from the Lord” (11:23)

“In Remembrance of Me” (11:24-25)

“The Lord’s Death” (11:26)

c. The Disciplined Results (11:27-34)

A Manner: Unworthy (11:27)

A Purpose: Examination (11:28)

A Judgment: Symptoms (11:29-32)

A Behavior: Prescribed (11:33-34)

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"The Church of God"

The Outline:

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

II. REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

MARRIAGE(7:1-40)
LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)
WOMEN(11:2-16)
GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)
THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)
COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

Closing Remarks & Greetings (16:10-24)

D. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Spiritual Gifts (12:1-14:40)

The Lord’s Supper (11:17-34)
The Divided Assembly (11:17-22)
The Delivered Ingredients (11:23-26)
The Disciplined Results (11:27-34)

The Divided Assembly (11:17-22)
Coming Together (11:17-18)
Eating Separately (11:19-21)
Despising the Church (11:22)

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"The Image of God"

The Outline:

II. REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

MARRIAGE(7:1-40)
LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)
WOMEN(11:2-16)
GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)
THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)
COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

C. WOMEN(11:2-16)

A Theological Issue (11:2-12)
The Tradition of Coverings (11:2-7)
The Origination of Genders (11:8-12)
A Cultural Issue (11:13-16)
The Nature of Hairstyles (11:13-15)
The Practice of Churches (10:16)

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"Liberty with the Glory of God"

The Outline:

B. LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)

The Principle: Knowledge Balanced by Love[i] (8:1-13)
The Example: Apostolic Right Balanced by A Heart for Souls (9:1-27)
The Application: Experience Balanced by Caution (10:1-22)
The Conclusion: Freedom Balanced by Responsibility (10:23-11:1)

[i] These Subheadings from Be Wise by Warren Wiersbe, Page 86.

The Conclusion: Freedom Balanced by Responsibility (10:23-11:1)

a. The Marketplace (10:23-26)

b. The Private Meal (10:27-30)

c. The Glory of God (10:31-11:1)

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"One Body with One Table"

Outline:

A. LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)

The Principle: Knowledge Balanced by Love[i] (8:1-13)
The Example: Apostolic Right Balanced by A Heart for Souls (9:1-27)
The Application: Experience Balanced by Caution (10:1-22)
The Conclusion: Freedom Balanced by Responsibility (10:23-11:1)

[i] These Subheadings from Be Wise by Warren Wiersbe, Page 86.

The Application: Experience Balanced by Caution (10:1-22)

a. The History of Israel (10:1-13)

b. The Nature of Idolatry (10:14-22)

The Instruction to Flee (10:14)
The Issue of Association (10:15-18)
The Issue of Demons (10:19-21)
The Jealousy of the Lord (10:22)

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"Example with Instruction"

Outline:

B. LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)

The Principle: Knowledge Balanced by Love[i] (8:1-13)
The Example: Apostolic Right Balanced by A Heart for Souls (9:1-27)
The Application: Experience Balanced by Caution (10:1-22)
The Conclusion: Freedom Balanced by Responsibility (10:23-11:1)

[i] These Subheadings from Be Wise by Warren Wiersbe, Page 86.

The Application: Experience Balanced by Caution (10:1-22)

a. The History of Israel (10:1-13)

b. The Nature of Idolatry (10:14-22)

a. The History of Israel (10:1-13)

• All Privileged Shareholders (10:1-4)

• Majority Disqualified by Sins (10:5-10)

• For The Strong or For The Weak (10:11-13)

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"Purpose with Strategy"

Outline:

B. LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)

The Principle: Knowledge Balanced by Love[i] (8:1-13)
The Example: Apostolic Right Balanced by A Heart for Souls (9:1-27)
The Application: Experience Balanced by Caution (10:1-22)
The Conclusion: Freedom Balanced by Responsibility (10:23-11:1)

[i] These Subheadings from Be Wise by Warren Wiersbe, Page 86.

The Example: Apostolic Right Balanced by A Heart for Souls (9:1-27)
The Privileges of the Office (9:1-6)
The Principles of Provision (9:7-14)
The Reasons for Waiving Rights (9:15-27)

c. The Reasons for Waiving Rights (9:15-27)

• For the Gospel’s Sake (9:15-18)

• For the Lost’s Sake (9:19-23)

• For the Preacher’s Sake (9:24-27)

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"Freedom with Purpose"

Outline:

B. LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)

The Principle: Knowledge Balanced by Love[i] (8:1-13)
The Example: Apostolic Right Balanced by A Heart for Souls (9:1-27)
The Application: Experience Balanced by Caution (10:1-22)
The Conclusion: Freedom Balanced by Responsibility (10:23-11:1)

[i] These Subheadings from Be Wise by Warren Wiersbe, Page 86.

The Example: Apostolic Right Balanced by A Heart for Souls (9:1-27)

a. The Privileges of the Office (9:1-6)

The Certification (9:1-2)

The Expectation (9:3-6)

b. The Principles of Provision (9:7-14)

The Natural Experience (9:7)

The Civil Law (9:8-12)

The Priestly Practice (9:13)

The Teaching of Jesus (9:14)

c. The Reasons for Waiving Rights (9:15-27)

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"Liberty with Love"

The Outline:

B. LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)

The Principle: Knowledge Balanced by Love[i] (8:1-13)
The Example: Apostolic Right Balanced by A Heart for Souls (9:1-27)
The Application: Experience Balanced by Caution (10:1-22)
The Conclusion: Freedom Balanced by Responsibility (10:23-11:1)

[i] These Subheadings from Be Wise by Warren Wiersbe, Page 86.

The Principle: Knowledge Balanced by Love (8:1-13)
Knowing an Idol as Nothing (8:1-6)
Loving a Brother Who is Weak (8:7-13)

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"The Advantages of Remaining"

The Outline:

A. MARRIAGE(7:1-40)

Among Believers (7:1-11)
With an Unbeliever (7:12-16)

The Principle of Remaining (7:17-24)

Singleness (7:25-38)
Remarriage (7:39-40)

The Principle of Remaining (7:17-24)

As God has Called Each:

In Religious Ritual (7:17-20)
In Social Status (7:21-24)

Singleness (7:25-38)
Trouble and Time: Remain (7:25-31)
Concern: Undistracted (7:32-35)

Appendix: Giving in Marriage (7:36-38)

Remarriage (7:39-40)
Only in the Lord: After Spouse’s Death (7:39)
Happier: Remain (7:40)

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"The Commitment of Marriage"

The Outline:

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

II. REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

MARRIAGE(7:1-40)
LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)
WOMEN(11:2-16)
GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)
THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)
COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

Closing Remarks & Greetings (16:10-24)

A. MARRIAGE(7:1-40)

Among Believers (7:1-11)
With an Unbeliever (7:12-16)

The Principle of Remaining (7:17-24)

Singleness (7:25-38)
Remarriage (7:39-40)

1. Among Believers (7:1-11)

Sexual Fulfillment (7:1-9)
Marital Commitment (7:10-11)

2. With an Unbeliever (7:12-16)

No Divorce (7:12-13)
No Contamination (7:14)
No Bondage (7:15-16)

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"The Identity That is Yours"

OUTLINE:

A. SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

Moral (5:1-13)
Legal (6:1-8)

The Guiding Principle of our Position (6:9-20)

Our Behavior: An Issue of Identity (6:9-11)
Our Liberty: An Issue of Control (6:12-13)
Our Bodies: An Issue of Ownership (6:14-20)

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"The Impropriety among You"

The Outline:

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

A. SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

Moral (5:1-13)
Legal (6:1-8)

The Guiding Principle of our Position (6:9-20)

Legal (6:1-8)
Taking a Brother to an Outside Court: Shortsighted and Ignorant (6:1-4)
Going before an Unbeliever as Judge: Shame and Defeat (6:5-8)

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"The Immorality Among You"

OUTLINE:

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

II. REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

MARRIAGE(7:1-40)
LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)
WOMEN(11:2-16)
GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)
THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)
COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

Closing Remarks & Greetings (16:10-24)

B. SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

Moral (5:1-13)
Legal (6:1-8)

The Guiding Principle of our Position (6:9-20)

Moral (5:1-13)
Stated: The Facts (5:1-2)
Delivered: The Discipline (5:3-5)
Unleavened: The Bread of Truth (5:6-8)
Corrected: The Application (5:9-13)

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"The Fools for Christ"

Outline:

A. SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)

The Word of the Cross (1:10-2:5)
The Wisdom of the Spirit (2:6-16)
The Work of the Servants (3:1-4:21)

3. The Work of the Servants (3:1-4:21)

As Stewards (3:1-4:5)
As Examples (4:6-21)

b. As Examples (4:6-21)

You are “Superior” (4:6-8)
We are “Fools” (4:9-13)
“My Beloved Children” (4:14-21)

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"The Stewards of the Mystery"

Outline:

The Work of the Servants (3:1-4:21

a. As Stewards (3:1-4:5)

b. As Examples (4:6-21)

a. As Stewards (3:1-4:5)

The Workers: Distinguished by Roles (3:1-9)
The Work: Judged by Quality (3:10-4:5)

- THE PROPER WORK (3:10-17)

“The Judgment Seat of Christ”

- THE PROPER ATTITUDE (3:18-23)

- THE PROPER REGARD (4:1-5)

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"The Quality of the Work"

The Outline:

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
The Word of the Cross (1:10-2:5)
The Wisdom of the Spirit (2:6-16)
The Work of the Servants (3:1-4:21)

The Work of the Servants (3:1-4:21)

a. As Stewards (3:1-4:5)

b. As Examples (4:6-21)

a. As Stewards (3:1-4:5)

The Workers: Distinguished by Roles (3:1-9)

- THE PROBLEM IN THE AUDIENCE: FLESHLY (3:1-3)

- THE PATTERN IN THE MINISTRY: VARIETY (3:4-7)

- THE PURPOSE OF GOD: GROWTH (3:8-9)

The Work: Judged by Quality (3:10-4:5)

- THE PROPER WORK (3:10-17)

“The Judgment Seat of Christ”

- THE PROPER ATTITUDE (3:18-23)

- THE PROPER REGARD (4:1-5)

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"The Mind of Christ"

OUTLINE

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

II. REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
The Word of the Cross (1:10-2:5)
The Wisdom of the Spirit (2:6-16)
The Work of the Servants (3:1-4:21)

The Wisdom of the Spirit (2:6-16)
Revealed: The Depths of God (2:6-11)
Received: The Mind of Christ (2:12-16)

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"The Purpose and the Testimony"

Outline for this passage:

I. SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)

The Word of the Cross (1:10-2:5)
The Wisdom of the Spirit (2:6-16)
The Work of the Servants (3:1-4:21)

A. The Word of the Cross (1:10-2:5)

In Solidarity (1:10-17)
In Simplicity (1:18-2:5)

In Simplicity (1:18-2:5)
The Power of God (1:18-20)
The Wisdom of God (1:21-25)
The Purpose of God (1:26-31)
The Testimony of God (2:1-5)

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"The Power and the Wisdom"

OUTLINE

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)
REPLIES (7:1-16:9)

Closing Remarks & Greetings (16:10-24)

I. REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)

A. SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)

The Word of the Cross (1:10-2:5)
The Wisdom of the Spirit (2:6-16)
The Work of the Servants (3:1-4:21)

1. The Word of the Cross (1:10-2:5)

In Solidarity (1:10-17)
In Simplicity (1:18-2:5)

b. In Simplicity (1:18-2:5)

The Power of God (1:18-20)
The Wisdom of God (1:21-25)
The Purpose of God (1:26-31)
The Testimony of God (2:1-5)

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"What is Your Name?"

OUTLINE

Salutation & Thanksgiving (1:1-9)

REPROOFS (1:10-6:20)
1. SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
2. SCANDALS(5:1-6:20)
REPLIES (7:1-16:9)
1. MARRIAGE(7:1-40)
2. LIBERTY(8:1-11:1)
3. WOMEN(11:2-16)
4. GATHERING TOGETHER(11:17-14:40)
5. THE GOSPEL(15:1-58)
6. COLLECTIONS (16:1-9)

Closing Remarks & Greetings (16:10-24)

SCHISMS(1:10-4:21)
1. The Word of the Cross (1:10-2:5)
2. The Wisdom of the Spirit (2:6-16)
3. The Work of the Servants (3:1-4:21)

The Word of the Cross (1:10-2:5)
1. In Solidarity (1:10-17)
  - Divisions & Quarrels (1:10-11)
  - Labels & Baptizers (1:12-16)
  - The Gospel Not Voided (1:17)
2. In Simplicity (1:18-2:5)
  - The Power of God (1:18-20)
  - The Wisdom of God (1:21-25)
  - The Purpose of God (1:26-31)
  - The Testimony of God (2:1-5)

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"What is Your Location?"

Outline:

Salutation (1:1-3)

The Author: A Called Apostle(1:1a)
The Secretary: A Brother(1:1b)
The Recipients: God’s Assembly(1:2)
The Blessing: Grace and Peace(1:3)

Thanksgiving (1:4-9)

The Testimony: Confirmed(1:4-7a)
The Day of Our Lord: Anticipated(1:7b-8)
The Faithful God: Assured(1:9)

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"Wisdom for a Fractured Church"

Outline:

Salutation (1:1-3)

The Author: A Called Apostle(1:1a)
The Secretary: A Brother(1:1b)
The Recipients: God’s Assembly(1:2)
The Blessing: Grace and Peace(1:3)

Thanksgiving (1:4-9)

The Testimony: Confirmed(1:4-7a)
The Day of Our Lord: Anticipated(1:7b-8)
The Faithful God: Assured(1:9)

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"Faithful is He"

1Thessalonians

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1)

Personal Thanksgiving (1:2-3)

WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)
LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)
ENDURANCE of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

Personal Exhortations (5:12-22)

Benediction (5:23-24)

Greeting (5:25-28)

Benediction (5:23-24)

SANCTIFIED: SPIRIT, SOUL AND BODY

CHART: Sanctification

Time

PAST

PRESENT

FUTURE

Means

By the Blood

(Heb 3:1; 10:10; 13:12)

By the Word

(Jn 17:17; 2Cor 3:18; Eph 5:25-26; 1Thess 5:23)

By the Presence of Christ

(Eph 5:27; 1Jn 3:2;)

Attitude

BELIEVE

OBEY

SEE

Result

Separation

from a sinful

WORLD

Separation

from a sinful

WALK

Separation

from a sinful

FLESH

Nature

Position

Progression

Perfection

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"The Will of God"

1Thessalonians

OUTLINE

Salutation (1:1)

Personal Thanksgiving (1:2-3)

WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)
LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)
ENDURANCE of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

Personal Exhortations (5:12-22)

Benediction (5:23-24)

Greeting (5:25-28)

Personal Exhortations (5:12-22)

RESPECT & PEACE (5:12-13)

REPROOF & PATIENCE (5:14-15)

REJOICING & PRAYER (5:16-18)

REVERENCE & PROPHECY (5:19-22)

APPENDIX: The Will of God

In the New Testament

Salvation; 2Peter 3:9
Security & Resurrection; John 6:39-40
Transformation; Romans 12:1-2
Sanctification; 1Thessalonians 4:3
Submission; 1Peter 2:13-15
Wisdom & Understanding; Colossians 1:9-10
Thankfulness; 1Thessalonians 5:18

APPENDIX: Prophets and Prophecy in the NT

Named in Luke 2:36-38:

ANNA

Named in Acts 11:27-28:

AGABUS (Acts 21:10-11)

Named in Acts 15:32:

JUDAS (BARSABAS)
SILAS

Named in Acts 13:1:

BARNABAS
SYMEON (called Niger)
LUCIUS (of Cyrene)
MANEAN

Unnamed:

“Some” from Jerusalem (Acts 11:27)

“Four virgin daughters” of Philip (Acts 21:9)

The Predictive Function

Anna (Luke 2:38)
Agabus (Acts 11:27-28; 21:10-11)
By the Spirit (Acts 11:28; 21:11)

The Proclamation Function

Exhortation (Acts 15:32; 1Corinthians 14:3, 31)
Edification and Consolation (1Corinthians 14:3)
Conviction (1Corinthians 14:24-25)
Revelation (1Corinthians 14:26, 30)

The Checks and Balances

Evaluation by Others (1Corinthians 14:29)
Consistent with the Gospel (1Corinthains 14:37-38)
Limitation of Two or Three (1Corinthians 14:29)
One-by-One in turn (1Corinthians 14:31)
Self-Controlled (1Corinthians 14:32)
Peacefully and Orderly (1Corinthians 14:30, 40)

The Examination

The same place that says: “Do not quench the Spirit; do not despise prophetic utterances.” (1Thessalonians 5:19–20)
Is followed by: “But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good” (1Thessalonians 5:21)

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"The High Esteem"

The Online:

Salutation (1:1)

Personal Thanksgiving (1:2-3)

WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)
LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)
ENDURANCE of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

Personal Exhortations (5:12-22)

Benediction (5:23-24)

Greeting (5:25-28)

Personal Exhortations (5:12-22)

RESPECT & PEACE (5:12-13)
REPROOF & PATIENCE (5:14-15)
REJOICING & PRAYER (5:16-18)
REVERENCE & PROPHECY (5:19-22)

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"The Day of the Lord"

The Outline:

I. WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)

II. LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)

III. STEADFASTNESS of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

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III. ENDURANCE of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

The Coming of the Lord (4:13-18)
The Day of the Lord (5:1-11)

The Day of the Lord (5:1-11)
Its’ COMING: "As a thief in the night" (5:1-3)
Our CONTROL: "As sons of the light" (5:4-8)
Our COMFORT: "As appointed to salvation" (5:9-11)

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"The Day of the Lord"

The Outline:

I. WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)

II. LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)

III. STEADFASTNESS of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

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III. ENDURANCE of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

The Coming of the Lord (4:13-18)
The Day of the Lord (5:1-11)

The Day of the Lord (5:1-11)
Its’ COMING: "As a thief in the night" (5:1-3)
Our CONTROL: "As sons of the light" (5:4-8)
Our COMFORT: "As appointed to salvation" (5:9-11)

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"The Meeting in the Air"

The Outline:

I. WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)

Receiving the Word (1:4-2:16)
Standing in the Lord (2:17-3:10)

II. LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)

Prayer (3:11-13)
Exhortation (4:1-12)

III. ENDURANCE of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

The Coming of the Lord (4:13-18)
The Day of the Lord (5:1-11)

The Coming of the Lord (4:13-18)
REASSURANCE (4:13-14)
REVELATION (4:15-17)
COMFORT (4:18)

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"The Practice of Love"

The Online:

Salutation (1:1)

Personal Thanksgiving (1:2-3)

WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)
LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)
ENDURANCE of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

Personal Exhortations (5:12-22)

Benediction (5:23-24)

Greeting (5:25-28)

II. LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)

Prayer (3:11-13)
Exhortation (4:1-12)

Exhortation (4:1-12)

1. Walk of HOLINESS (4:1-8) 2. Practice of LOVE (4:9-12)

2. Practice of LOVE (4:9-12)

Instructed by God (4:9-10a)
Urged by Paul (4:10b-12)

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"The Will of God"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1)

Personal Thanksgiving (1:2-3)

WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)
LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)
ENDURANCE of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

Personal Exhortations (5:12-22)

Benediction (5:23-24)

Greeting (5:25-28)

I. LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)

Prayer (3:11-13)
Increased in LOVE (3:11-12)
Established in HOLINESS (3:13)

B. Exhortation (4:1-12)

Walk of HOLINESS (4:1-8)
Practice of LOVE (4:9-12)

CHART: Sanctification

Time

PAST

PRESENT

FUTURE

Means

By the Blood

(Heb 3:1; 10:10; 13:12)

By the Word

(Jn 17:17; 2Cor 3:18; Eph 5:25-26; 1Thess 5:23)

By the Presence of Christ

(Eph 5:27; 1Jn 3:2;)

Attitude

BELIEVE

OBEY

SEE

Result

Separation

from a sinful

WORLD

Separation

from a sinful

WALK

Separation

from a sinful

FLESH

Nature

Position

Progression

Perfection

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"The Apostle's Comfort"

The Outline:

I. WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)

A. Receiving the Word (1:4-2:16)

B. Standing in the Lord (2:17-3:10)

1. The Apostle's CROWN (2:17-20)

2. The Apostle's CARE (3:1-5)

3. The Apostle's COMFORT (3:6-8)

4. The Apostle's CONCERN (3:9-10)

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"Our Glory and Joy"

The Outline:

WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)
Receiving the Word (1:4-2:16)
Standing in the Lord (2:17-3:10)

A. Standing in the Lord (2:17-3:10)

1. The Apostle's CROWN (2:17-20)

2. The Apostle's CARE (3:1-5)

3. The Apostle's COMFORT (3:6-8)

4. The Apostle's CONCERN (3:9-10)

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"The Gospel as the Word of God"

The Outline:

Receiving the Word (1:4-2:16)

1. The Gospel in POWER (1:4-10)

2. The Gospel in BOLDNESS (2:1-4)

3. The Gospel in GENTLENESS (2:5-9)

4. The Gospel in BLAMELESSNESS (2:10-12)

5. The Gospel as THE WORD OF GOD (2:13-16)

The Believers:

a. ACCEPTED (2:13)

b. ENDURED (2:14)

The Opponents:

a. HOSTILE (2:15)

b. HINDER (2:16a)

c. HEAP UP (2:16b)

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"The Gospel in Gentleness and Blamelessness"

The Outline:

A. Receiving the Word (1:4-2:16)

1. The Gospel in POWER (1:4-10)

2. The Gospel in BOLDNESS (2:1-4)

3. The Gospel in GENTLENESS (2:5-9)

4. The Gospel in BLAMELESSNESS (2:10-12)

5. The Gospel as THE WORD OF GOD (2:13-16)

3. The Gospel in GENTLENESS (2:5-9)

a. NO “FLATTERY” (5:a)

b. NO “GREED” (2:5b)

c. NO “GLORY” (2:6-7)

d. NO “BURDEN” (2:8-9)

The Gospel in BLAMELESSNESS (2:10-12)

The Apostle’s:

a. BEHAVIOR (2:10)

b. RELATIONSHIP (2:11)

c. GOAL (2:12)

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"The Gospel in Boldness"

The Outline:

WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)

A. Receiving the Word (1:4-2:16)

B. Standing in the Lord (2:17-3:10)

A. Receiving the Word (1:4-2:16)

The Gospel in POWER (1:4-10)
The Gospel in BOLDNESS (2:1-4)
The Gospel in GENTLENESS (2:5-9)
The Gospel in BLAMELESSNESS (2:10-12)
The Gospel as THE WORD OF GOD (2:13-16)

The Gospel in BOLDNESS (2:1-4)

a. UNDAUNTED (2:1-2)

b. UNCORRUPTED (2:3)

c. UNIMPEACHABLE (2:4)

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"The Word of the Lord"

The Outline:

The Gospel in POWER (1:4-10)

a. THE HOLY SPIRIT (1:4-7)

b. THE WORD OF THE LORD (1:8-10)

a. THE HOLY SPIRIT (1:4-7)

Renowned Reputation(1:8)
Reported Reception(1:9-10)

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"The Gospel in Power"

The Outline:

I. WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)

A. Receiving the Word (1:4-2:16)

B. Standing in the Lord (2:17-3:10)

A. Receiving the Word (1:4-2:16)

The Gospel in POWER (1:4-10)
The Gospel in BOLDNESS (2:1-4)
The Gospel in GENTLENESS (2:5-9)
The Gospel in BLAMELESSNESS (2:10-12)
The Gospel as THE WORD OF GOD (2:13-16)

1. The Gospel in Power (1:4-10)

a. THE HOLY SPIRIT (1:4-7)

b. THE WORD OF THE LORD (1:8-10)

a. THE HOLY SPIRIT (1:4-7)

Conviction (1:4-5)
Joy (1:6)
Example (1:7)

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"The Personnel and Prayers"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1)

From: “Paul and Silvanus and Timothy”

To: “The church of the Thessalonians”

Blessing: “Grace and Peace”

Personal Thanksgiving (1:2-3)

REMEMBERED: “FAITH, LOVE AND HOPE”

WORK
LABOR
STEADFASTNESS

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The main Theme of the Book: "A Hopeful Church in a Hostile Culture"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1)

Personal Thanksgiving (1:2-3)

WORK of FAITH (1:4-3:10)
LABOR of LOVE (3:11-4:12)
ENDURANCE of HOPE (4:13-5:11)

Personal Exhortations (5:12-22)

Benediction (5:23-24)

Greeting (5:25-28)

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"Pay You Back with Interest, Pt 2: The Perks"

The Outline:

Salutation (1:1-2)

A Challenge (1:3-3:17)
A Charge (4:1-8)

Personal Comments (4:9-22)

PARTICIPATION (4:9-15)

PROCLAMATION (4:16-18)

AFFECTION (4:19-22)

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"Pay You Back with Interest, Pt 1: The Award"

The Outline:

A Charge(4:1-8)
The COMMAND (4:1-5)
The COURSE (4:6-7)
The CROWN (4:8)

B. The COURSE (4:6-7)

A DRINK OFFERING (4:6)
A WINNER (4:7)

C. The CROWN (4:8)

RESERVATION: “Laid Up” (4:8a)
PRESENTATION: “The Righteous Judge” (4:8b)
DESTINATION: “On That Day” (4:8c)
QUALIFICATION: “Loved His Appearing” (4:8d)

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"Counterfeits, Pt 3: The Preaching"

The Outline:

II. A Charge (4:1-8)

A. The COMMAND (4:1-5)

B. The COURSE (4:6-7)

C. The CROWN (4:8)

A. The COMMAND (4:1-5)

1. PREACH THE WORD (4:1-4)

a. Having Authority (4:1)

b. Being Ready (4:2)

c. Keeping Steady (4:3-4)

2. FULFILL YOUR MINISTRY (4:5)

a. Being Sober (4:5a)

b. Enduring Hardship (4:5b)

c. Doing Evangelism (4:5c)

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