Sermon 3/2/19 "Potential" - Judges 13:24-25

Sermon 3/2/19 "Potential" - Judges 13:24-25

Outline:

I. The Realization (v.24a)

II. The Relationship (v. 24b)

III. The Reward (v.25)

Quote :

With GOD's blessings come a reminder to draw close to HIM , not pull away from HIM.

Application:

1. In what ways, did your parents bring you up in the nurture and admonition of the LORD? If you have children, or may one day plan on having children, what ways do you plan to raise your children in the nurture and admonition of the LORD?

2. Do you view potential as something positive or negative? Do you believe you know your spiritual potential? Do you believe you have lived up to your spiritual potential?

3. How do you make yourself available to be moved by GOD?

4. What did you learn about the importance of allowing GOD to operate on us, more than operate through us?

sermon 1/20/18 "What Goes Around Comes Around" - Judges 9:50 - 56

sermon 1/20/18 "What Goes Around Comes Around" - Judges 9:50 - 56

Outline:

I. Destruction Begets Destruction

II. Violence Begets Violence

Quote:

The issue of faith is not so much whether we believe in GOD but whether we believe the GOD we believe in. - R.C. Sprout

Application:

1. Where have you run to for safety/ refuge other than GOD?

2. When was the last time your pride got the best of you?

3. Have you ever been guilty of following a leader more than GOD?

4. What did you learn about Abimelech?

sermon 11/4/18"Tried and Tested" - Judges 8:1-9

Sermon 11/4/18 “TRIED AND TESTED” - Judges 8:1-9

Outline:

I. Spiritual Diplomacy (vv. 1-3)

II. Spiritual Rejection (vv. 4-9)

Quote:

A faith that is not tested cant be trusted.

Application:

1. When you are personally attacked/ criticized for doing the LORD’s work how do you keep from taking it personally?

2. Are you a diplomatic saint?

3. What do you think of this statement: WE don’t follow the LORD because its the easy thing to do we do it because its the right thing to do.

4. Have you attempted to live your life as a “neutral” saint?

Ssefc 9/16/18 “Taking A Stand” - Judges 6:25-32

Ssefc 9/16/18 “Taking A Stand” - Judges 6:25-32

Outline:

I. Taking a Stand at Home (vv. 25-27)

II. Consequences of Taking a Stand (vv. 28 -32)

Quote:

When GOD calls, HE commissions and sends the called ones out to do HIS Will!

Application:

1. When was the last time you had to take a stand at home?

2. What role does fear play in your willingness to take a stand?

3. What is your “spiritual playground” ? How do you respond when your “spiritual playground” is attacked / torn down?

4. Have you ever been surprised by someone defending you and your faith?

5. Has the courage of someone else encouraged you to demonstrate courage?

SSEFC 8/26/18 “One excuse after another” - Judges 6:13-17

Sermon 8/26

“One excuse after another” - Judges 6:13-17

I. Doubting GOD(v.13)

II. Questioning GOD (v. 14)

III.  Making Excuses to GOD (vv. 15-16)

Application:

1. Have you ever met a person who will not admit their doubt? Are you willing to admit your doubt? 
2. Do you ever get discouraged and cross with the LORD? 
3. What do you think about the statement: “GOD who sends knows our capabilities? “ 
4. Do you believe you have amazing potential? 

Quote: 

Doubt is not the opposite of faith but rather the opportunity of faith.