Sermons - Benchley church of Christ

DW

July 27, 2014

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  • I Peter 2:9-10
  • Being a Christian means you have a relationship with Christ.
  • Acts 11:26 – The disciples were first called Christians in Antioch.
    • Acts 11:19-26 – These people had heard the good news of Christ and had turned to the Lord.
    • “Christian” might be a name given to them by outsiders, which indicates that outsiders could tell they had turned to the Lord.
    • Have you turned to the Lord?
    • Acts 8:35-38
    • What are you really converted to? Socializing? To pleasing your family? To the habit of attending services?
      • Galatians 2:20
  • Acts 26:28
    • Acts 26:5,9,15,19 – Paul was against Jesus until he turned to serve the Lord.
    • Have you switched to Christ’s side like Paul did?
      • Philippians 3:4-9
      • There is a big difference between switching to Christ’s side and trying to switch Christ to your side.
  • I Peter 4:16
    • I Peter 4:12-13
    • Will you suffer as a Christian?
  • Galatians 3:26

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JJ

July 27, 2014

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  • Matthew 11:7-11 – Jesus compliments John the Baptist. John had courage to stand for what was right despite the risk.
  • John 1:43-51 – Jesus compliments Nathanael on his lack of guile.
    • Matthew 5:8 – Blessed are the pure in heart.
    • I Peter 2:21-22
  • Mark 14:3-9 – Jesus compliments Mary for her service.
  • Matthew 8:5-10 – Jesus compliments the Roman Centurion for his unusual faith.
  • Matthew 15:22-28 – The Canaanite woman is complimented for her faith.
  • Mark 5:25-34 – The woman with a plague is complimented for her great faith.
  • Mark 12:41-44 – Jesus compliments the poor widow for her sacrificial giving.
  • Luke 17:11-19 – Jesus compliments the leper for his gratitude.
  • Luke 10:38-42 – Jesus compliments Mary on her spiritual-mindedness.
    • Romans 8:6 – The mind set on spiritual things brings life and peace.

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DW

July 23, 2014

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  • I Timothy 4:6-5:16
  • I Timothy 5:1 – This is referring to older men in general, not those who hold the office of an elder. Older men should be shown the proper respect.
  • I Timothy 5:3-16 – Care for needy widows. The church may care for those who are truly widows, are old enough, are faithful, and have no one else to care for them.
    • I Timothy 5:3 – See Matthew 15:4. “Honor” can include money.
    • I Timothy 5:4 – Widows with children or grandchildren should be cared for by their family.
    • I Timothy 5:8 – Take care of your relatives, especially your immediate family.
    • I Timothy 5:9-10 – A widow must be faithful and of a certain age in order for the church to care for her.
      • Is this the “widow indeed” from I Timothy 5:3,5,16?
      • What does it mean to be “put on the list”? The context is of material support.

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Sermons - Benchley church of Christ

JL

July 20, 2014

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  • The story of Paul’s arrest
    • Acts 21:11-14
    • The prophecy of Agabus
    • Pleas of the brethren, “Don’t go!”
    • Paul’s resolve
    • Paul encouraged to pacify Jews (Acts 21:18-26)
    • False assumptions by an angry mob (Acts 21:27-30)
    • “Rescued” by the Romans Acts 21:31-36
  • Paul seizes the opportunity
    • Asks permission to address the mob (Acts 21:37-40)
    • His sermon (a testimonial) (Acts 22:1-21)
    • The crowd’s reaction (Acts 22:22-23)
  • Paul “protected” by the Romans
    • Roman captain ordered examination by “scourging”
    • Paul brought before the Sanhedrin (Acts 23:1-5)
    • Uses schism of Pharisees and Sadducees (Acts 23:6-9)
    • Roman captain rescues (Acts 23:10)
    • God was behind this (Acts 23:11)
    • Murder plot (Acts 23:12-15)
    • Paul’s nephew informs (Acts 23:16-22)
    • 470 Roman soldiers escort to Caesarea (Acts 23:23-33)
    • Roman Governor Felix hears accusations and defense
  • Paul teaches the Governor
    • Acts 24:24-25 – Paul teaches:
      • The faith in Christ
      • Righteousness
      • Self-control
      • The judgment
    • Governor Felix was afraid!
  • A new governor comes to power
    • Governor Porcius Festus (Acts 24:27)
    • Approached by Jews in Jerusalem (Acts 25:1-5)
    • Listens to accusations and Paul’s defense (Acts 25:6-8)
  • Paul appeals to Caesar
    • Governor Festus wants to please the Jews (Acts 25:9)
    • Paul appeals to Caesar (Acts 25:10-11)
    • Once accepted, must be done (Acts 25:12). See also Acts 26:31-32
  • Paul teaches a king
    • King Agrippa wants to hear (Acts 25:13-22)
    • Governor Festus’ dilemma (Acts 25:24-27)
    • Paul’s “defense” (Acts 26:1-23)
    • Festus’ reaction (Acts 26:24)
    • King Agrippa’s reaction (Acts 26:28)
    • Paul’s desire (Acts 26:29)
  • Qualities of effective evangelism
    • Resolve
      • Paul was willing to be imprisoned or killed
      • What are you willing to endure?
    • Selflessness
      • Paul didn’t focus on defense of himself, but of the gospel
  • Paul’s use of opportunity
    • What opportunities do you have?
    • Acts 26:18
  • You have an opportunity
    • What will you do with Jesus?

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Sermons - Benchley church of Christ

DW

July 20, 2014

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  • Proverbs 15:16; 22:1,7; 23:4
  • Ecclesiastes 5:10 – He who loves money will not be satisfied with money
    • Ecclesiastes 2:10-11; 4:7; 6:7
    • 78% of pro football players are broke or in deep financial stress within two years of retiring.
  • Philippians 4:11 – I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am.
    • I Timothy 6:6-11 – True contentment does not come from money. Instead, pursue righteousness and godliness!
    • Contentment is an attitude – not an amount of money.
    • Romans 12:1-2 – We must transform ourselves by learning to be content.
  • I Timothy 6:17 – Do not fix your hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God.
    • Matthew 6:19-21 – Store up treasures in heaven, not on earth!
    • Psalms 62:10
    • Philippians 4:6-7
    • Luke 12:13-21 – The rich fool

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