The Sunday after Jesus was crucified was a strange and marvelous day. The disciples were still cowering in fear, but some women had reported Jesus’ tomb was empty, and angels told them He was alive. Peter and John had verified that the tomb was indeed empty. As the day drew on, Jesus confirmed His resurrection with various appearances. This lesson considers Jesus’ appearances to some of the women, two disciples traveling to Emmaus, and finally to the ten disciples gathered in an upper room!
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The Resurrection: Part 1 (Life of Christ Sermon 46)
Spirits were crushed; dreams were lost, and hope had disappeared. Jesus was dead and in a tomb. And then the sun rose on the first day of a new week, and revealed an empty tomb! This lesson provides an introduction to the resurrection of Jesus and covers John 20:1-18.
The Crucifixion (Life of Christ Sermon 45)
The gravest miscarriage of justice in all of history is described in the gospels with the simple words, “they crucified him.” Behind this simple phrase is an act of suffering and death. And yet, as terrible as the crucifixion was, it was part of God’s plan. Jesus’ death served as a sin-bearing sacrifice for all humanity, thus giving all mankind hope of redemption and eternal life. This lesson reviews the four gospels and their accounts of that awful day when Jesus gave up His life for our sins.
Trials and Betrayals (Life of Christ Sermon 44)
In the hours before the crucifixion, Jesus’ life was filled with trials and betrayals. Reliving these scenes should make us appreciate the Lord’s sacrifice all the more. But further, these scenes are a warning to us, lest we too find ourselves betraying Jesus!
Not Quarrelsome, Not Quick-Tempered, and Not Violent, but Gentle
As an overseer and a shepherd of God’s people, an elder must possess certain traits that allow him to lead, interact with, and help people, even in difficult and trying circumstances. This ability is described by Paul negatively as “not quarrelsome,” “not quick-tempered,” and “not violent.” Those ideas are summed up positively in the description of “gentle.” This lesson discusses the meaning and importance of these traits and their applicability to all Christians!
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A Lover of Good, Upright, and Holy
Many of the eldership qualities found in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1 tell us who an elder is not (e.g., “not a recent convert,” “not arrogant.”). But just as necessary are the qualifications which tell us who an elder is. This lesson focuses on a few such qualities and explains what it means to be “a lover of good,” “upright,” and “holy.” Further, this lesson demonstrates why eldership qualifications are characteristics that all Christians should pursue!
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Genesis
“In the Beginning…” Genesis is the introduction and foundation to the rest of the Bible. It answers some of life’s most important questions and points to the answer of greater questions. Genesis is certainly worth an in-depth study, but this sermon provides a simple, introductory overview to highlight the main themes, outline, and structure of this great book.
Not a Lover of Money & Not Greedy for Gain
Money is not evil, but the Bible teaches that the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil! Because of this, every Christian should strive to purge out greed and a love of money. This is especially true of Christian leaders. Elders must be men who have proven to be beyond covetousness and dishonest practices for the sake of gain.
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Not Arrogant, Not a Recent Convert, and Able to Teach
A church elder must be an experienced, mature Christian. Such experience enables a man to humbly yet aptly teach and lead others in the Lord’s church. This lesson considers the three eldership “qualifications” that address this truth: that an elder must not be arrogant, cannot be a recent convert, and must be able to teach.
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Not a Drunkard
The Bible says an elder must “not be a drunkard.” That seems fair enough, and everyone agrees an alcoholic should not be appointed as a leader in the church. But is that all 1 Timothy 3:3 and Titus 1:7 teach? Does this passage mean an elder can drink a little? Does it mean an elder can’t drink, but other Christians can? When it concerns alcohol, views and questions abound. This lesson focuses on the “not a drunkard” qualification for elders but also considers the fuller Biblical teaching that applies to all Christians concerning alcohol consumption!
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