Sermons by Meredith Griffin (Page 2)
“But Lord”: When the Notorious Come to Christ
Acts 9:1-22 Quote “There was a time I was letting you know what high fashion had done for me, I was letting you know what the Hennessy had done for me, all these things — but now I’m letting you know what Jesus has done for me.” ~ Kanye West Opening Question How should the Church respond when the “notorious” come to Christ? Point 1 Rejoice Luke 15:1–10 Romans 12:15 Point 2 Offer fellowship and help Acts 9:17-18 Acts 8:26-40…
The New Mind
2 Corinthians 10:3–5Romans 12:2 Opening StatementThe call to Christ is a call to a new life. This new life begins with a new mind. Opening QuestionWhat qualities does the new mind possess? Point 1The new mind is a non-conformist mind. It doesn’t buy into a philosophy or line of thought just because it is popular. Romans 12:2Philippians 2:3–8 Point 2The new mind is submitted in order to be changed. Romans 12:1 Point 3The new mind is a discerning mind. You’ve…
The Timid Mind
2 Corinthians 10:3–5 2 Timothy 1:3–12 Opening Statement The call to Christ is a call to a new life. This new life begins with a new mind. Therefore, we must view the fearful/timid mind as contrary to our calling and God’s purpose. What are the thoughts that hinder you? What are the fears that paralyze you from forward movement? Rejection Failure Judgment Being alone Responsibility Accountability Vulnerability Exposing of my past Lack of wealth Lack of knowledge Point 1 Know…
The Hostile Mind
2 Corinthians 10:3–5Romans 8:1–11Romans 1:18–25, 29-32 Opening StatementThe call to Christ is a call to a new life.This new life begins with a new mind. The mind that resists transformation becomes a hostile mind. Point 1The hostile mind is set on the old ways. Romans 8:7 Point 2The hostile mind knows but doesn’t believe. Romans 1:18–25 Point 3The hostile mind cannot please God. If you cannot believe, you cannot trust. If you cannot trust, you cannot submit. If you cannot…
Mind Control
2 Corinthians 10:3–5 Point 1We are subject to all the frailties of the flesh. Point 2We must accept that our ways are to be different. Point 3God’s weapons work first on our minds.
Together: Back to Church Sunday
Opening Statement It is by Jesus Christ that we, who are so far apart, are able to come together. Ephesians 2:10Ephesians 2:11-22 Point 1 Invites us in. Ephesians 2:13 Point 2 Heals us and gives us hope. Ephesians 2:11–12 Point 3 Ends our strife and gives us peace. Ephesians 2:17–19
Fighting Temptations
Temptation: pressure to yield to influences that can lead people away from God and into sin. Opening StatementThe temptations we all face will look different. They will be unique to who we are individually. What tempts you may not tempt me. But we will all be tempted, and temptation can/must be overcome. Matthew 4:1–11Luke 4:1–13 Point 1Clear, overwhelming sense of purpose. Point 2Understanding of truth vs. lies. Point 3Community that pulls the best from you. Point 4Self-awareness
Temptation
1 Corinthians 10:1–13 Point 1Temptation will come. Luke 17:1 Point 2Temptation can be overcome. Temptation must be overcome. 1 Corinthians 10:13
God’s Coworkers
Deuteronomy 8:1-20 Opening StatementGod has ordained that some of his purposes be fulfilled through cooperation with mankind. In other words, God works in cooperation with us. Point 1God often works through us. God creates and people cultivate.God gives and people are generous. Genesis 2:15 Point 2God gives the gifts needed for the work.We should acknowledge our dependence upon God. Exodus 31:1–6Deuteronomy 8:18 Point 3Our work is futile without God. Psalm 127:1–2