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1 Timothy
Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jul 14, 2014 (message contributor)
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1. Are You A Part Of God’s Church?
Contributed on Dec 1, 2014
Have you ever asked somebody, “What’s all the fuss about?” As you read this chapter, you might be tempted to ask Paul, “What’s all the fuss about? Why are you spending so much time detailing what to look for in spiritual leaders in the local church?”
Are You a Part of God’s Church? 1 Timothy 3:15 Introduction: 1. Have you ever asked somebody, “What’s all the fuss about?” As you read this chapter, you might be tempted to ask Paul, “What’s all the fuss about? Why are you spending so much time detailing ...read more
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2. Christian, Save Thyself! (Part 1)
Contributed on Apr 28, 2015
You have to take responsibility for your own spiritual walk with the Lord. You must care for your own spiritual health. How can you do this?
Christian, Save Thyself! (Part 1) 1 Timothy 4:13-16 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Do you think it is possible to get so busy serving in the Lord’s work that you neglect your own spiritual health? Do you think it is possible to be so busy helping others that you fail to do ...read more
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3. Winning The Spiritual Battle (Part 3)
Contributed on Jul 14, 2014
Here in our text, the Christian life is likened to a battle. Every believer must war a good warfare. How can we do this? The apostle Paul lays out a strategy for us.
Winning The Spiritual Battle (Part 3) 1 Timothy 1:15-26 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Many preachers today make a living off of telling people what they want to hear. They tell people that it is God’s will that they be prosperous, healthy, wealthy, and basically have a ...read more
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4. How To Handle Conflict And Accountability
Contributed on Aug 10, 2015
Two of the most difficult issues in life are accountability and discipline (whether at home, work, or church). Yet they are so needed. But what is the right way to go about implementing them?
How to Handle Conflict and Accountability 1 Timothy 5:19-21 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Two of the most difficult issues in life are accountability and discipline (whether at home, work, or church). Yet they are so needed. But what is the right way to go about implementing ...read more
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5. The Who, Why, And How Of Prayer (Part 4)
Contributed on Sep 8, 2014
Part 4 in a series on Prayer.
The Who, Why, And How Of Prayer (Part 4) 1 Timothy 2:1-8 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Sometimes life can seem like a shipwreck. People can make shipwreck of their own lives. Paul gave an example of some who did this at the end of chapter 1. He even gave their names. 2. Paul ...read more
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6. How To Recognize A Spiritual Leader
Contributed on Nov 10, 2014
Let’s examine two characteristics of spiritual maturity that should be seen by fellow believers.
How to Recognize a Spiritual Leader 1 Timothy 3:1-13 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. This section of 1 Timothy is all about leadership! So much has been written about the subject of leadership, but you won’t find a greater handbook on leadership than God’s ...read more
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7. Jesus Christ: The One And Only (Part 4)
Contributed on Feb 2, 2015
If somebody asked you this question, how would you answer? “If you were to die today, do you know 100% for sure that you would go to heaven?”
Jesus Christ: The One and Only (Part 4) 1 Timothy 3:16 Introduction: 1. If somebody asked you this question, how would you answer? “If you were to die today, do you know 100% for sure that you would go to heaven?” 2. If your answer is “Yes,” what if they asked this ...read more
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8. It Is Still More Blessed
Contributed on Nov 25, 2015
In Acts 20:35, Paul gives a direct quote from the lips of Jesus Christ himself. Jesus said, "It is more blessed to give than to receive." What does the word "blessed" mean? I think we know what it means. We say," I sure was blessed the other day.
It Is Still More Blessed 1 Timothy 6:17-19 Introduction: 1. In Acts 20:35, Paul gives a direct quote from the lips of Jesus Christ himself. Jesus said, "It is more blessed to give than to receive." ï What does the word "blessed" mean? I think we know what it means. We say, "I sure was ...read more
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9. Understanding Spiritual Leadership
Contributed on Aug 4, 2015
It is so easy for a church to lose its bearings and drift off course. There is so much in the world that tempts a church to compromise God’s Word, chase tangents, or get caught up in the latest cultural fads.This is why leadership is so important.
Understanding Spiritual Leadership 1 Timothy 5:17-20 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. It is so easy for a church to lose its bearings and begin to drift off course. There is so much in the world that tempts a church to compromise God’s Word, chase tangents, or get caught up in ...read more
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10. How To Detect Spiritual Imposters
Contributed on Mar 2, 2015
Not every person that carries a Bible and talks about Jesus is a true teacher of God’s Word. Paul warned that false teachers will appear as the apostles of Christ and angels of light. So how do you detect spiritual imposters.
How to Detect Spiritual Imposters 1 Timothy 4:1-5 Introduction: 1. There is a sobering passage in Matthew 7, straight from the lips of Jesus Christ. It has to do with the subject of spiritual imposters. vs. 21-23 2. Things don’t always appear as they seem on the surface. This is very ...read more
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11. The Two Keys To A Life Of Godliness
Contributed on Mar 9, 2015
Did you know that there are two essential keys to a life of godliness? You don’t have to rely on the local church or your preacher for either one of these. If you are a believer, they are both available to you any time.
The Two Keys to a Life of Godliness 1 Timothy 4:5-9 Introduction: 1. I have met several people through the years that have claimed 1 Timothy 4:8 as their life verse (at least the first part of the verse: “For bodily exercise profiteth little…”). • Of course, this ...read more
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12. The Local Church: All In The Family
Contributed on Jun 15, 2015
All of us that know Christ as our Savior are part of the same family and household. We are all in the family of God. But just as physical families can experience conflict and turmoil, spiritual families can too!
The Local Church: All in the Family 1 Timothy 5:1-8 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. All of us that know Christ as our Savior are part of the same family and household (Ephesians 2:19). We have the same Father (Ephesians 4:6) and are members of the same body (Ephesians 4:4). We are ...read more
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13. The Young Teaching The Old (Part 2)
Contributed on Apr 20, 2015
We need godly role models today, both young and old. If you know Christ today, you need to provide a godly role model to others.
The Young Teaching the Old (Part 2) 1 Timothy 4:12 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. How many of you are young today? “Young” is a relative term, isn’t it? It depends on who you are being compared to. 2. Paul is writing this book to his son in the faith, Timothy. ...read more
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14. Fighting A Good Fight
Contributed on Nov 3, 2015
The apostle Paul often spoke of fighting. An example of this is in our text (vs. 12). In his next book to Timothy he uses this same language and says, “I have fought a good fight…” (I think Paul loved sports.) 2 Timothy 4:7
Fighting A Good Fight 1 Timothy 6:12-16 Introduction: 1. The apostle Paul often spoke of fighting. An example of this is in our text (vs. 12). In his next book to Timothy he uses this same language and says, “I have fought a good fight…” (I think Paul loved sports.) 2 ...read more
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15. Biblical Meditation: Thinking Through It
Contributed on May 18, 2015
We live in a very fast-paced society and culture. It seems there is always somewhere to go and something to do. We don’t take time to meditate and ponder on life, the true meaning of life, the direction of our life, God, heaven, and the Bible.
Biblical Meditation: Thinking Through It 1 Timothy 4:15 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. We live in a very fast-paced society and culture. It seems there is always somewhere to go and something to do. When we do have some “down time,” it is usually eaten up with some ...read more
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16. Christian, Save Thyself! (Part 2)
Contributed on May 4, 2015
Christian, you must take personal responsibility for your walk with Christ and for your spiritual health.
Christian, Save Thyself! (Part 2) 1 Timothy 4:13-16 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Sometimes we can get so involved in ministering to others that we forget to take care of ourselves spiritually, and we neglect our own spiritual health and well-being. 2. This can lead to ...read more