SERMONS"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine,
for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works." -- 2 Timothy 3:16-17 |
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Stand
Mark 13:1-13 I. Intro Big Idea: Stand firm in faith. 2 Peter 3:16 II. The Temple A. The temple was the center of the disciples’ universe. 1 Chronicles 17:10-12; Mark 13:1 B. God had something greater than the temple in store. Mark 13:2; Acts 17:24-25 III. The Beginning A. The disciples were concerned with timetables and signs. Mark 13:3-4 B. Don’t be deceived or alarmed. Mark 13:5-8 IV. Witnesses A. Hardships present gospel-opportunities. Mark 13:9-10 B. God is present in our trials. Mark 13:11 V. Saved A. Belong to Christ. Psalm 27:10; Mark 13:12; John 15:18 B. Perseverance builds assurance. Mark 13:13; Hebrews 11:1 The Next Step
Offerings
Mark 12:38-44 I. Intro Big Idea: Jesus honors those who give out of poverty. II. Watch Out A. Jesus spoke harshly to the hardhearted. Matthew 7:26-27; Mark 12:38a B. Our fallen nature is never satisfied. Matthew 23:1-39; Mark 12:38b-40; John 4:24 III. Money A. Jesus sees our true offerings. Mark 12:41 B. Jesus knows our stories. Mark 12:42 IV. Everything A. Jesus values things differently. Mark 12:43 B. The woman was a living sacrifice. Mark 12:44; Romans 12:1 V. The Kingdom A. The gospel has consequences. 2 Corinthians 8:8-9 B. Be blessed. Matthew 5:3 Things to Consider
Hear
Mark 12:28-37 I. Intro Big Idea: Jesus is the question. II. Debating A. The teacher was intrigued by Jesus. Matthew 22:34-35; Mark 12:28a B. Jesus addresses our deepest struggles. Mark 12:28b III. All A. God’s calling is all-encompassing. Deuteronomy 6:4-5; Mark 12:29-30; 2 Corinthians 10:5 B. Without loving our neighbor, love for God is meaningless. Leviticus 19:18; Mark 12:31; 1 John 4:20 IV. Not Far A. Religion is not enough. Mark 12:32-33 B. Close to heaven is not close enough. Mark 12:34 V. How? A. Jesus is Lord. Psalm 110:1; Mark 12:35-37a; Romans 6:23 B. Delight in Jesus. Zephaniah 3:16; Mark 12:37b Things to Consider
Resurrection
Mark 12:18-27 I. Intro Big Idea: The resurrection changes everything. II. The Sadducees A. The Sadducees didn’t believe in the supernatural. Psalm 66:10; Isaiah 48:10; Mark 12:18 B. The Sadducees resisted God’s grace. Deuteronomy 25:5-6; Job 19:25-27; Psalm 16:9-11; Ezekiel 37:1-14; Mark 12:19 III. In Error A. Ridiculous reductions do not disprove the power of God. Mark 12:20-23 B. Trust the power of God revealed in the Bible. Mark 12:24; Hebrews 2:1 IV. In Heaven A. Jesus foresaw our resurrection. Mark 12:25; 1 Corinthians 15:42-43; Revelation 21:1 B. God keeps His commitments. Exodus 3:1-22; Mark 12:26; Genesis 13:15 V. Living A. Receive the life of God. Mark 12:27a; John 1:12; Ephesians 2:1 B. The Truth sets us free. Mark 12:27b; John 8:32 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
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