September 2012
Glorifying God Through My Interaction With Others
Glorifying God Through
My Interaction With Others
Introduction:
- Because of God’s glory, you have an obligation. (1-2)
- You must carry the burden of your weaker brother.
- You must stop pleasing yourself.
- You must please your neighbor for his good and …
Trusting God in Moments of Crisis
Trusting God in Moments of Crisis
Exodus 14
Introduction
I. Recognize God is working for His own glory
A. God’s plans do not always make sense to us.
B. God’s plans require faith!
II. The right response to God’s work in your life.
A. Do not fear
B. Remain steadfast
C. Watch the LORD work
D. Be silent
E. Fulfill what God has called you to do
F. Give glory to God
Finishing Touches
Finishing Touches
I Timothy 6:17-21
I. Instructions for the wealthy. (17-19)
A. You must have the right mindset. (17)
- Do not be proud.
- Do not have your hope in wealth- it is uncertain.
- Have your hope in God.
a) Everything comes from God.
b) God provides everything for your enjoyment.
B. You must …
August 2012
A Final Charge
A Final Charge
I Timothy 6:13-16
Introduction
I. You must be faithful to God’s commands. (13-14)
A. Be encouraged by your Observers. (13)
B. Be faithful in every aspect. (14a)
C. Be steadfast until the end. (14b)
II. The Motivation for Faithfulness. (15-16)
A. You serve an amazing God. (15-16a)
B. Your amazing God deserves all the glory. (16b)
Instructions for the Man of God
Introduction:
Instructions for the Man of God I Timothy 6:11-12
Introduction
I. The Man of God Has the Right Values. (11)
A. The Man of God Continually Flees Certain Things. (11a)
B. The Man of God Continually Pursues Holiness.…
July 2012
Pleasing God in the Workplace
Pleasing God in the Workplace
I Timothy 6:1-2
Introduction
I. Honoring your unbelieving employers pleases God. (1)
A. God’s name will not be blasphemed.
B. God’s Word will not be blasphemed.
Practical guidelines for dealin…
Instructions Concerning Pastors
Instructions Concerning Pastors
I Timothy 5:17-25
I. Treat Pastors Honorably. (17-18)
A. All Pastors deserve honor.
B. Some Pastors deserve special honor.
1. Those who rule (lead, provide oversight) well.
2. Those who labor in the Word.
C. Scriptural principles for compensating a pastor.
II. Discipline Pastors Appropriately. (19-21)
A. Protect your pastor from false accusations.
B. Do not cover the pastor’s sin.
1. Rebuke the pastor …
Focusing on Others
Focusing on Others
I Timothy 5:1-16
Introduction
I. You must show proper respect to others. (1-2)
A. Older Men
B. Younger Men
C. Older Women
D. Younger Women.
II. You must meet the needs of widow…
Preaching and Practice
Preaching and Practice
I Timothy 4:13-16
Introduction:
I. You Need Preaching. (13-14)
A. Preaching focuses on the Word. (13)
1. Read the Word
2. Apply the Word
3. Explain the Word
B. Preaching is a gift. (14)
1. The gift must be used.
2. The gift is given by God.
3. The gift is recognized by the church.
II. You Need Godly Examples. (15-16)
A. Godliness takes work. (15)
1. Godliness requires practice.
2. Godliness requires complete devotion.
3. Godliness is recognizable.
B. Godliness requires diligence. (16a)
1. Watch yourself.
2. Watch the teaching.
C. Godliness produces blessings. (16b)
1. Godliness produces perseverance.
2. Godliness produces opportunity.
June 2012
Practice What You Preach
I Timothy 4:11-12
Practice What You Preach
Introduction (11)
Command and Teach These Things…
I. You must not be discouraged in your faithfulness. (12a)
II. You must set the example for others. (12b)
A. In Speech
-Ephesians 4:25, 29
B. In Conduct
-I Corinthians 10:31
C. In Love
-I Corinthians 13
D. In Faith
-Hebrews 11:1,6
E. In Purity
-I Timothy 5:2