My Soul Is Troubled | church of Christ

My Soul Is Troubled | church of Christ

My Soul Is Troubled

Psalm 77

Introduction:

All of God’s children go through times of suffering.  They have mental and spiritual trials.  Some of these may seem overwhelming.  Our spirit is depressed and our soul is heavy.  Life may get us down and we become discouraged.

This psalm teaches us that the good man is not exempt from life’s troubles but that the God of all grace provides a way to lead us out of our troubles.

Saul Begins to Preach Christ | Book of Acts | church of Christ

Saul Begins to Preach Christ | Book of Acts | church of Christ

Introduction:

Saul sees Christ on the road to Damascus; Ananias tells him what he needs to do to be saved; and he is baptized to wash away his sins.  What does Saul do next?

A Sweet Smelling Fragrance | church of Christ

A Sweet Smelling Fragrance | church of Christ

Introduction:

“The traveler to the tropics is introduced to many fruits  that are new to his taste – pawpaw, mango, mangosteen,  pumelo, passion fruit, and durian. After the first experience,  some are eagerly welcomed again, others received sparingly,  still others positively rejected.  Christians have been born again  that they “should be a kind of first fruits of His creation.”  (James 1:18) “Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth,  that we might be a kind of firstfruits of His creatures.” NKJV  “Some, like the mangosteen, are universally admired.  Here is a sweetness that does not cloy.  Some, like  pawpaw, are taken on trial.  Perhaps one may grow to like  that sort of thing.  For still others, once is enough; yea,  too much.  In every contact, we are leaving the bitter odor  of ourselves or the fragrance of Christ’s presence within.”  Author Unknown

Theme:

Fragrance as it is seen in the lives of the children of God.

Be Aware of Satan's Devices

Be Aware of Satan's Devices

Be Aware of Satan’s Devices

Introduction:

We are at war with Satan!  (Ephesians 6:12) “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.” NKJV  He has an arsenal of weapons at his disposal.  He uses a variety of tricks and traps to try and defeat us.  (II Corinthians 11:3, 14) “But I fear, lest somehow, as the serpent deceived Eve by his craftiness, so your minds may be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.  14 And no wonder!  For Satan himself transforms himself into an angel of light.” NKJV  We must not be ignorant of his devices.  (II Corinthians 2:11) “lest Satan should take advantage of us; for we are not ignorant of his devices.” NKJV  So what are these devices and how can I defend myself.

Why Should I believe The Bible?

Why Should I believe The Bible?

Why Should I Believe the Bible?

Introduction:

There is no doubt that Christianity is based upon the Bible.  The Bible claims to be the Word of God.  (II Timothy 3:16-17) “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.”  NKJV  These claims are often rejected without an investigation.  This lesson will show that the Bible is truly the Word of God by examining the external evidences for its inspiration, especially the Bible’s scientific foreknowledge.