Sermon Outline for “They Knew”
The LORD our God has secrets known to no one. We are not accountable for them, but we and our children are for all that he has revealed to us. Deuteronomy 29:29
Dear friends, if we deliberately continue sinning we have received knowledge of the truth, there is no longer any sacrifice that will cover these sins. Hebrews 10:26-27
When someone has been , much will be required in return; and when someone has been entrusted with much, even more will be required. Luke 12:47-48
Suddenly, they saw the fingers of a writing on the plaster wall of the king’s palace, near the lampstand. Daniel 5:1-6
So the king grew , and his face turned pale. His nobles, too, were shaken. Daniel 5:7-9
There is in your kingdom who has within him the spirit of the holy gods. Daniel 5:10-11
But when his heart and mind were puffed up with arrogance, he was from his royal throne and stripped of his glory. Daniel 5:17-21
“You are his successor, O Belshazzar, and , yet you have not humbled yourself. Daniel 5:22-23, Deuteronomy 29:29
You have been weighed on the balances and have . Daniel 5:25-28
That very night Belshazzar, the Babylonian king, . Daniel 5:30-31
Because of Daniel’s great ability, the king made plans to place him over the . Daniel 6:2-3
“Our only chance of finding grounds for accusing Daniel will be in connection with the rules of .” Daniel 6:4-5
But when that the law had been signed, he went home and knelt down as usual in his upstairs room, with its windows open toward Jerusalem. Daniel 6:9-10, 6:24.
They placed their hope in a better life . Hebrews 11:35-38
Dear friends, if we deliberately continue sinning after we have received of the truth, there is no longer any sacrifice that will cover these sins. Hebrews 10:26-27
Just think the punishment will be for those who have trampled on the Son of God. Hebrews 10:28-29
Sermon Outline for “River of Life”
Soon a Samaritan woman came to draw water, and Jesus said to her, “Please ” John 4:4-9
“If you only knew the gift God has for you and who you are speaking to, you would ask me, and I would
John 4:10
And besides, do you think than our ancestor Jacob, who gave us this well? John 4:11-12
It becomes a within them, giving them eternal life.” John 4:13-14
“Please, sir,” the woman said, “give me this water! John 4:15
You’re right! You don’t have a husband— for you have John 4:16-18
You Jews insist that is the only place of worship. John 4: 19-20
You Samaritans know very little about the one you worship, while we Jews know all about him, for salvation
the Jews. John 4:22
Then Jesus told her, the Messiah!” John 4:25-26
There I saw a stream flowing east from of the Temple. Ezekiel 47:1-2
Then he measured another 1,750 feet, and was too deep to walk across. Ezekiel 47:3-5, John 4:13-14
I was surprised by the sight of growing on both sides of the river. Ezekiel 47:6-11
There will be a new crop every month, for they are watered by
from the Temple. Ezekiel 47:12
“Come.” Let anyone who is thirsty come. Let anyone who desires drink freely from the . Revelation 22:16-17
Water will fill the streambeds of Judah, and a fountain will from the LORD’s
Temple, Joel 3:17-18
On that day will flow out from Jerusalem. Zechariah 14:6-9
They have — the fountain of living water. Jeremiah 2:10-13
They will be , for they have abandoned the
LORD, the fountain of living water. Jeremiah 17:13, Revelation 7:13-17
Sermon Outline for “The Danger of Erosion”
Romans 12:1-2 1“Therefore, brothers and sisters, in view of the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God; this is your true worship. 2Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.”
Romans 12:1a Therefore, brothers and sisters, in view of the mercies of God,
- Verse 1a is the of commitment. Why should we do what Paul is instructing here. It is because of the mercy of God that we have received.
- In Romans chapter 11 verse 30 Paul tells us, “Just as you who were at one time disobedient to God have now received mercy as a result of their disobedience”
Romans 12:1b I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God; this is your true worship.
- 1b is the of the commitment. Because of God’s mercy we should present our lives as a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, our spiritual act of worship.
Romans 12:2a Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind,
- 2a is the of the commitment to not conform to this world but be transformed by constantly renewing our minds by the Holy Spirit.
Romans 12:2b so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.
- 2b is the of the commitment. By doing so we can look at things and see in them what will please God in accordance to His perfect will, not our will.
Matthew 15:17-20; Proverbs 4:23; Psalm 119:37
John 4:21-24; Romans 12:2; 1 Peter 1:15-16
Philippians 4:8; 2 Timothy 3:1-5; Ephesians 2:1-5
Sermon Outline for “I Wish We’d All Been Ready”
35Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will pass away. Matthew 24:35
8Jesus Christ is the yesterday and today and forever. Hebrews 13:8
7 “Look, I am coming soon! is the one who keeps the words of the prophecy written in this scroll.” Revelation 22:7
He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end. Ecclesiastes 3:11
Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have for his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:8
14 For this world is not our permanent ; we are looking forward to a home yet to come. 15 Therefore, let us offer through Jesus a continual sacrifice of praise to God, proclaiming our allegiance to his name. Hebrews 13:14-15
13 Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.”14 Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a that appears for a little while and then vanishes. 15 Instead, you ought to say, “If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.” James 4:13-15
1 Thessalonians 5:1-28
3The five who were foolish didn’t take enough olive oil for their lamps, 4 but the other five were wise enough to take along extra oil. 5 When the bridegroom was delayed, they became drowsy and fell asleep. Matthew 25:1-13
Romans 14:10-12, Matthew 7:21-23
They did works for Jesus but never with Jesus
Proximity to God Does Equal Connection to God
13 “So you, too, must keep ! For you do not know the day or hour of my return. Matthew 25:13
37 I say to you what I say to everyone: for him!” Mark 13:28-37
Sermon Outline for “Sinners Welcome Here”
As he walked along, he saw Levi son of Alphaeus sitting at his tax collector’s booth. “and be my disciple,” Mark 2:13-14
Later, and his disciples to his home as dinner guests, along with many tax collectors and other disreputable sinners. Mark 2:15-16
I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those they are sinners.” Mark 2:17
“Two men went to the Temple to pray. One was a Pharisee, and the other was a . Luke 18:9-14
The sacrifice you desire is a broken spirit. You will not reject a broken and , O God. Psalm 51:16-17
I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners and .” Luke 5:31-32
From then on Jesus began to preach, “of your sins and to God, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.” Matthew 4:17
But they all . One said, ‘I have just bought a field and must inspect it. Please excuse me.’ Luke 14:15-24
Jesus answered them, “Healthy people don’t need a doctor—. Luke 5:31-32
“I tell you the truth, corrupt tax collectors and prostitutes will get into the Kingdom of God . Matthew 21:28-31
And even when you saw this happening, you him and repent of your sins. Matthew 21:31-32
As God’s partners, we beg you not to accept this marvelous gift of God’s kindness and then . 2 Corinthians 6:1-2
Your enemies will not leave a single stone in place, because you did not accept for salvation.” Luke 19:41-44
It was also written that would be proclaimed in the authority of his name to all the nations, beginning in Jerusalem: ‘There is forgiveness of sins for all who repent.’ Luke 24:44-47
Sermon Outline for “Forty Days Plus One”
The earth shook, rocks split apart, and . Matthew 27:50-53
“This man the Son of God!” Matthew 27:54
And they will again. Luke 20:35-36, Romans 6:9
And now, go quickly and tell his disciples that he has risen from the dead, and he is going ahead of you to Galilee. You will . Matthew 28:1-7
Then Jesus said to them, “Don’t be afraid! Go tell my brothers to leave for Galilee, and they will .” Matthew 28:8-10
Suddenly, Jesus was among them! John 20:19-21
As they talked and discussed these things, and began walking with them. Luke 24:13-16, John 20:24-29
At dawn Jesus was , but the disciples couldn’t see who he was. John 21:1-6
When they got there, they found —fish cooking over a charcoal fire, and some bread. John 21:9, Matthew 28:16-20
After saying this, he was taken up into a cloud while they were watching, and they could . Acts 1:3-9, Acts 9:3-6
But the Lord said, “Go, for Saul is my chosen instrument to to the Gentiles and to kings, as well as to the people of Israel. Acts 9:15
Last of all, as though I had been born at the wrong time, . 1 Corinthians 15:4-9
For God wanted them to know that the riches and glory of Christ are , . Colossians 1:26-27
The people of Nineveh will also stand up against this generation on judgment day and condemn it, for they repented of their sins at the preaching of Jonah. Now someone greater than Jonah is here—but you . Luke 11:32
It was also written that this message would be proclaimed in the authority of his name to all the nations, beginning in Jerusalem: ‘There is for all who repent.’ Luke 24:47
Sermon Outline for “It is Written” Palm Sunday 2026
Why are you ?” he asked. “Why are your hearts filled with ? Luke 24:38-40
I told you that about me in the law of Moses and the prophets and in the Psalms must be fulfilled.” Luke 24:44
Then he opened their minds the Scriptures. 46 And he said, “Yes, long ago that the Messiah would suffer and die and rise from the dead on the third day. Luke 24:45-49
I, Daniel, learned from reading of the LORD, as revealed to Jeremiah the prophet, that Jerusalem must lie desolate for seventy years. Daniel 9:1-2
You have kept and done to us and our rulers exactly as you warned. Daniel 9:10-14, Daniel 9:17-19
“Daniel, I have come here to give you . Daniel 9:20-23
A period of has been decreed for your people and your holy city to finish their rebellion. Daniel 9:24
Now listen and understand! Seven sets of seven sixty-two sets of seven will pass from the time the command is given to rebuild Jerusalem until a ruler—the Anointed One—comes. Daniel 9:25
Seven sets of seven plus sixty-two sets of seven will pass from the time the command is given to rebuild Jerusalem until a ruler——comes. Daniel 9:25
“How I wish today that you of all people would understand the way to peace. But now it is too late, and peace is from your eyes. Luke 19:41-44
“After this period of sixty-two sets of seven, the Anointed One will be killed, appearing to have . Daniel 9:26-27
For there will be greater anguish in those days than at since God created the world. And it will never be so great again. Mark 13:14-20
And you know what is , for he can be revealed only when his time comes. 2 Thessalonians 2:5-8
Sermon Notes for “Love & Marriage”
9 For in Christ lives all the fullness of God in a human body. 10 So you also are complete through your with Christ, who is the head over every ruler and authority. Colossians 2:9-10
We love each other because he loved us . 1 John 4:19
16 We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his love. God love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in them. 1 John 4:16
22 But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: , joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! Galatians 5:22-23
13 Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Proverbs 18:22
13 You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and me together in my mother’s womb. Psalm 139:13-14
So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to and . Romans 8:6
3 God’s will is for you to be holy, so stay away from all sin. 4 Then each of you will control his own body and live in holiness and honor— 5 not in lustful passion like the pagans who do not know God and his ways. 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
Those who say they live in God should live their lives as did. 1 John 2:6
18 from sexual sin! No other sin so clearly affects the body as this one does. For sexual immorality is a sin against your own body. 19 Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, 20 for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body. 1 Corinthians 6:18-20
Beloved, I urge you as and strangers [in this world] to abstain from the sensual urges [those dishonorable desires] that wage war against the soul. 1Peter 2:11
Give honor to marriage, and remain to one another in marriage. God will surely judge people who are immoral and those who commit adultery. Hebrews 13:4
“For I divorce!” says the LORD, the God of Israel. “To divorce your wife is to overwhelm her with cruelty,” says the LORD of Heaven’s Armies. “So guard your heart; do not be unfaithful to your wife.” Malachi 2:16
1 Unless the Lord a house, the work of the builders is wasted. Psalm 127:1
Do not be together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? 2 Corinthians 6:14
Ephesians 5:21-33 Genesis 2:18-25 Revelation 19:6-9
Outline for “I AM” Part #11 “Sardis, Philadelphia & Laodicea”
This is the message who has the sevenfold Spirit of God and the seven stars: Revelation 3:1
He had seven horns and seven eyes, which represent the of God that is sent out into every part of the earth. Revelation 5:6
“Who is worthy to on this scroll and open it?” Revelation 5:1-5
“I know all the things you do, and that you have a reputation for being alive—. Revelation 3:1
But on the judgment day, what kind of work each builder has done. 1 Corinthians 3:10-15
I find that your actions the requirements of my God. Revelation 3:2-3
This is the message from the one who is , the one who has the key of David. Revelation 3:7, Revelation 1:17-19
As the Scriptures say, “No one is righteous— . Romans 3:10
I will from the great time of testing that will come upon the whole world to test those who belong to this world. Revelation 3:10-11
This is the message from the one who is —the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God’s new creation: Revelation 3:14, Habakkuk 2:14
(Not that anyone has ever seen the Father; , who was sent from God, have seen him.) John 6:46, John 14:8-11
Yes, Father, to do it this way. Luke 10:21-22
They all came to life again, and they reigned for a thousand years. Revelation 20:1-4, Isaiah 11:6-9, 1 Corinthians 15:24-28
Then I saw a new heaven and a , for the old heaven and the old earth had disappeared. Revelation 21:1-4
So he sent for a bowl of water and washed his hands before the crowd, saying, “I am innocent of this man’s blood. !” Matthew 27:22-24
Sermon Outline for “I AM” Part #10 “Pergamum & Thyatira”
“Write this letter to the angel of the church in Pergamum. This is the message from the one with the –: Revelation 2:12
I know that you live in the city where , yet you have remained loyal to me. Revelation 2:13
He held seven stars in his right hand, and a sharp two-edged sword came . Revelation 1:16
But all who reject me and my message will be judged on the day of judgment by I have spoken. John 12:48
Repent of your sin, or I will come to you suddenly and with the sword of my mouth. Revelation 2:14-16, 2:12
Put on all of so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. Ephesians 6:10-12
Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is . Ephesians 6:17
Everything is naked and exposed before his eyes, and he is the one to whom . Hebrews 4:12-13
Anyone with must listen to the Spirit and understand what he is saying to the churches. Revelation 2:12-17, 2:18
But anyone who does not believe in him has already been judged for in God’s one and only Son. John 3:16-18
Jesus’ appearance was transformed so that his face shone , and his clothes became as white as light. Matthew 17:1-6
He called God his Father, thereby making himself . John 5:16-18
At that point they to throw at him. John 8:56-59
For that I AM who I claim to be, you will die in your sins.” John 8:23-34
So I will prove to you that the Son of Man has the to forgive sins. Luke 5:17-26, Galatians 1:4-5, 2 Corinthians 5:21 (NIV)