Topical Sermons - Executable Outlines

Mark A. Copeland
1. By those who are faithful Christians
a. We have heard lessons to stimulate us to greater service
b. We need to apply what we learned - cf. Ja 1:22-25
2. For those who visited the services
a. The seed has been sown!
1) Non-Christians have heard lessons on Jesus and the judgment
2) Erring Christians have heard lessons on the need for faithfulness
b. Now comes the time to water what was planted! - 1 Co 3:6
1) Follow up with those willing to study further
2) Pray for them, that their hearts will be receptive
3. For those who neglected the services
a. Patience, humility, gentleness and prayer in trying to reach them - cf. 2 Ti 2:24-26
b. Hopefully, like the prodigal son they will eventually “come to themselves” - Lk 15:17
CONCLUSION
1. Now that the meeting is over, on the surface it appears to have been a good one...
a. Attendance was good (though it could have been much better)
b. Those who attended were edified
-- But only time will tell of the real effect of this effort
2. Follow-up is now important...
a. Paul described the need for follow-up in regards to his journeys - Ac 15:36
b. Our follow-up will include the regular edification provided by our life together as a church
c. But it can also include making plans for future meetings
-- The lessons learned in this meeting can help us to prepare to the next meeting!
What lessons have you learned from this meeting...?
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