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The Witnesses (Revelation 11:1-19)

4/30/2022

I. Intro
Big Idea: The truth will reign. John 14:6
II. The Temple
A. God makes us worshipers before Him. Ezekiel 40–48; John 2:19-21; 1 Corinthians 3:16; 6:19; 2 Corinthians 6:16; Ephesians 2:21; 2 Thessalonians 2:4; Revelation 6:9, 8:3, 11:1, 21:22
B. God protects His people. Psalm 39:4, 90:12; Daniel 8, 9:20-27; Matthew 10:28; Luke 21:24; John 16:33; Revelation 11:2
III. Prophecy
A. God’s witnesses are clothed in humility. Deuteronomy 17:6; Romans 1:20; Revelation 11:3-4
B. God’s witnesses share in His power. Revelation 11:5-6
IV. Testimony
A. The world seeks to suppress the truth. Romans 1:18-19; Revelation 11:7-10
B. The truth cannot be suppressed. Acts 1:9; Romans 1:18-19, 6:5; Philippians 2:10-11; Revelation 6:15-17, 11:11-13
V. The King
A. Jesus will triumph. Revelation 8:13; 11:14-15
B. Revere the Truth! Revelation 11:16-19

The Next Step

What’s something that you found challenging, encouraging, or confusing about Sunday’s message on Revelation 11:1-19?
Read John 14:6. Why do you think our world struggles so such with the reality that truth is a Person?
How can what happened to the two witnesses in Revelation 11:1-19 be an encouragement to Christ followers?
Why is it important that Christians remember both Christ’s humility and power when they witness?
Read Romans 1:18-20. Why is it good news that the world cannot suppress the truth?
Read John 8:31-32. How has the truth set you free lately?
Who’s someone you’d like to see respond to the truth that Jesus is Lord? Pray for that person.

Sermon Video

*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch live on Sunday morning, visit
FBC Elma on YouTube.

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The Angel (Revelation 10:1-11)

4/21/2022

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I. Intro
Big Idea: God makes plain the saving power of the gospel. Luke 1:1
II. From Heaven
A. God’s messengers reflect His power. Revelation 1:12-16, 10:1
B. God communicates with us. Colossians 1:26-28; Revelation 10:2a
III. Seven Thunders
A. Christ will rule the earth. Luke 4:1-13; Revelation 10:2b-3a
B. God’s word is powerful, mysterious, and complete. Revelation 10:3b-4
IV. No More Delay
A. God has a timetable. Revelation 6:10, 10:5-6
B. The undisclosed will be made plain. Revelation 10:7
V. Prophesy
A. Ask for wisdom. James 1:5; Revelation 10:8-9a
B. The gospel is good and difficult news. Revelation 10:9b-11

The Next Step

What’s something from Sunday’s message on Revelation 10:1-11 you convicting, encouraging, or confusing?
Why is it important to consider the genre of a book in the Bible when reading it?
Read Colossians 1:26-28. How are the mysteries of God revealed to Christians?
When you’re going through struggles, why is it good news that God has a timeline for history?
Read James 1:5. What’s something you need wisdom for?
How is God calling you to respond to Revelation 10:1-11?

Sermon Video

*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit
FBC Elma on YouTube.

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Easter 2022 (Psalm 22:1-31)

4/14/2022

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I. Intro
Big Idea: Because of the resurrection we are not forsaken.
II. Forsaken
A. We can feel deserted. Psalm 22:1-2
B. We can trust in truth. Psalm 22:3-8
III. Trouble
A. Pain can be good. Psalm 22:9-11
B. Jesus knows our suffering. Psalm 22:12-18
IV. Praise
A. Only Jesus saves. Psalm 22:19-23
B. Jesus triumphed! Psalm 22:24-25
V. Live Forever!
A. The gospel offers everlasting hope. Psalm 22:26-28
B. Jesus gives what we can’t get for ourselves. Psalm 22:29-31

The Next Step

What’s one of your favorite things about celebrating Easter?
How does Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection help us to know God has not forsaken us?
Why is Psalm 22 evidence that Christianity and its claims are true?
Read 1 Corinthians 15:35-58. How does Jesus’ resurrection take away the sting of death?
What’s a way that you’ve experienced the nearness of Christ or His grace lately?
Through the resurrection God is promising us new life with Him. With that in mind, what’s something you can turn from to grow closer to Him?
Take time this week to praise God and thank Him for specific ways the resurrection of His Son is good news?

Sermon Video

*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit
FBC Elma on YouTube.

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The Trumpets (Revelation 8:1-9:21)

4/9/2022

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I. Intro
Big Idea: God offers His holiness or woes. Acts 1:7
II. Woe
A. Pause to consider God’s judgment. Revelation 8:1-5
B. In catastrophes God reveals His glory. Revelation 8:6-13
III. Woe
A. The enemy offers hopelessness. Revelation 9:1-6
B. The enemy’s power is limited. Revelation 9:7-11
IV. Woe
A. God’s power is full and measured. Revelation 9:12-16
B. The enemy tempts and intimidates. Revelation 9:17-19
V. Repent
A. Repentance delivers from idolatry. Revelation 9:20
B. Repentance delivers from evil. Revelation 9:21

The Next Step

What’s something you’ve taken away from our study of Revelation so far?
Why do you think there was silence in heaven before the opening of the seventh seal and the sounding of the trumpets (Revelation 8:1)?
How can catastrophes shape us or our faith?
What are some differences between what the enemy offers and what God promises?
What have been some idols (good things you’ve made ultimate things) in your life?
In what ways is repentance a great gift from God?
What’s a specific way you can respond to Revelation 8:1-9:21?

Sermon Video

*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit
FBC Elma on YouTube.

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The Witnesses (Revelation 11:1-19)

The Angel (Revelation 10:1-11)

Easter 2022 (Psalm 22:1-31)

The Trumpets (Revelation 8:1-9:21)

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