The Story of the Bible (Page 2)
In 31 weeks we will cover the grand narrative of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation as we read through the NIV, the Story
Hosea and the Marriage Covenant
Sermon Outline God’s First Messengers to a Wayward People Elijah and Elisha Hosea & Amos Prophets are Men sent by God to speak His heart to His people Remind the People of Covenant Decry the ways the covenant is violated Spell out the Punishment for violation Hold out Hope after the punishment B/C God’s purpose is to relate to people and build up an obedient, live giving communion of persons on this earth. Hosea Reminds the People of the Covenant…
21 New Walls but Not New Hearts
Sermon Outline 21 New Walls but Not new Hearts Ezra 7, Hen 1-2, 4, 6-8, Mal 1-4 I. The Closing of the OT II. 3 Building Projects a. Rebuilding Temple Worship i. Jewish OT Final Verse (2Chr 36:23) ii. Who was Ezra? 1. Ezra is a descendant of Aaron the High Priest, Moses’ bro-in-law (Ezra 7:1-5) 2. A Scribe (Ezra 7:6) 3. Skilled in the Law of Moses (Ezra 7:6, 10, Dt 6:5, 1Jn 5:2-3) a. Are our…
20 Esther – God will Deliver His People
Sermon outline Family Feuds The Jews and their Enemies The Setting – Ahasuerus’ Reign, aka Xerxes I Persian King has wealth beyond comprehension. (Esther 1:6-7) Vashti’s refusal (Esther 1:19) Mordecai, a descendant of Benjamin (Esther 2:5, 1Sam 9:3) Haman the Agagite (Esther 3:1, 1Sam 15:2-8, 17:14-16, Judg 6:3) Esther, the chosen vessel A Beautiful Woman (Esther 2:9, 14-18, Prov 12:4, 31:10) The Impending Disaster Her Wisdom Fasting and prayer (Esther 4:16-17, Institutes 3.4.11) The call to prayer and fasting…
19 Providence, Pagans and the Worship of God (Ezra 1)
Sermon Outline Providence Introductory Questions Providence defined (WCF 5.1, Belgic 13) Cyrus’ Decree Background (2Chr 36:17-21, 2Kin 24:14, 25:1-21, Ezra 1:1) Who was Cyrus? Historical Information Cyrus was prophesied about in the Scriptures (Isa 44:24, 28, 45:1-13) Jeremiah’s prophecies (Jer 16:14-15, 25:11, 30:3, 32:42-44) The Prophesy fulfilled People return to Jerusalem (Ezra 2:64-67, 1:7) People rebuild the Altar and restart the worship of God (Ezra 3:1-5) Worship is at the forefront of these returning exiles. Worship doesn’t require a…
18 Daniel – Being Faithful in times of exile & persecution
Sermon outline Introduction What does it look like to be faithful to God in a world which is hostile to Him? What does it look like to be faithful to God when the ruling powers want you to extend their government and that government is pagan? Secular? Antagonistic to God? What does it look like to be faithful when you are a minority in the midst of a majority culture and some in that majority want to see you dead?…
17 Only God can bring Life to the dead (Ezekiel 37:1-14)
17 Ezekiel 37:1-14 Only God can bring LIFE to the dead Testimony – David Richards Sermon Outline Judah no different than Israel (Jer 5:1, 2Ki 21:9, 2Chr 36:15-16) But there is hope in The Valley of Dry Bones Israel Dead and Shriveled (Eze 37:1-2) Can Israel be brought back to life? (Eze 37:3a) Can our dry bones, dead churches, lost children be brought back to God? God knows if Life can be given to the dead (Eze 37:3b) God restores…
15 Amos and Justice
Sermon Outline God’s First Messengers to a Wayward People Elijah and Elisha Hosea & Amos Prophets are Men sent by God to speak His heart to His people Remind the People of Covenant Announce the ways the covenant is violated Spell out the Punishment for violation Hold out Hope after the punishment B/C God’s purpose is to relate to people and build up an obedient, live giving communion of persons on this earth. Reminds the people that the Covenant requires…
14 God is Faithful to His Word 1Kings 11-16
Sermon Outline Read 1 Kings 11:9-40 & 14:1-16 We think it’s all about politics (Lower Story) Introduction Poor rulers abuse people (1Ki 12:4, 14) Good Rulers serve people (1Ki 12:7) Who we take counsel from matters (1Ki 12;7, 10-11) Transition to the Character of God To God it’s all about keeping his Word (Upper Story) Ancient Prophecy of Jericho (1Ki 16:34, Josh 6:26) Jeroboam (Israel) An amazing conditional promise (1Ki 11:37-38) Failure to trust God (1Kings 12:28, 31)…
13 Three Strikes and You’re Out! 1Kings 1-8
Sermon Outline I. Baseball and the Strike out II. Solomon A. Rough start (1Ki 1-2) B. Promising beginning? God meets with him in a dream. (1Ki 3:5) 1. What would you ask for? 2, Solomon asked for wisdom to govern God’s people. ( 1Ki 3:9-13, Prov 1:2-4,7) 3. Wealth and honor are present in the Kingdom. 4. Peacemaking and diplomacy (1Ki 4:21, 24-25) C. Where is this kingship going? 1. Alliance with Egypt (1Ki 3:1) 2. Walked according to David…