Southside Church of Christ

Fall 2013

Sermon Notes - October 6“This Is Why We Obey” - Deuteronomy 6:20-24

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Read Deuteronomy 6:20-24

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they point to the truth that “God has redeemed us?”

What are the passages of Scripture or the stories in the Bible, in which, you find and connect with the redemption of God?

Prayer: Lord, like Israel, we have been enslaved; enslaved to sin and selfishness. And like Israel, you have redeemed us through the blood of Jesus. Allow that redemption to take root in my heart and help me to live a more obedient and righteous life.

Sermon Notes - October 13“This Is Why We Worship” - Deuteronomy 26:5-11

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Read Deuteronomy 26:5-11

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they point to the truth that “God has blessed us?”

What are the passages of Scripture or the stories in the Bible, in which, you find and connect with the blessings of God? What are some times in your life when you have especially experienced the blessing of God?

Prayer: God, you are a generous and loving God and you have blessed our lives. Thank you for the many ways in which you have shown us your love. Lord, accept our thanks offered in worship to you.

Sermon Notes - October 20“This Is Why We Are Faithful” - Joshua 24:1-13

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Read Joshua 24:1-13

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they point to the truth that “God has been faithful to us?”

What are the passages of Scripture or the stories in the Bible, in which, you find and connect with the faithfulness of God? How has God been faithful in your life?

Prayer: Lord, You have always made promises to your people. And like with Israel, You are faithful without fail. As we are called to be like you, help us to trust in you and be faithful to our covenant with you.

Sermon Notes - October 27“This Is Why We Seek Renewal” - Nehemiah 9:5-38

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Read Nehemiah 9:5-38

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they point to the truth that “With compassion, God forgives us?”

What are the passages of Scripture or the stories in the Bible, in which, you find and connect with the compassion and forgiveness of God? How have you experienced the forgiveness of God in your life and how has impacted your life?

Prayer: Father, we are sinners and we need your forgiveness. Too often we have been rebellious and had stubborn hearts towards Your will. Throughout Scripture we see your compassion and mercy in the grace you offer to your people and we thank you for being a compassionate God. Help us receive your forgiveness and seek spiritual renewal in our life.

Sermon Notes - November 3“This Is Why We Believe” - I Corinthians 15:1-11

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Read I Corinthians 15:1-11

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they highlight the truth that “God raised Christ from the dead?”

In what aspects of your life has the resurrection of Jesus offered you hope and deepened your belief in God?

Prayer: Lord, we confess to you that death is sad and scary and we sometimes feels as if it is the worst that the world can bring at us. That’s why the resurrection of Jesus brings us great hope that you are Lord over everything, even death. Help the story of resurrection solidify our belief in your love and power.

Sermon Notes - November 10“This Is Why We Serve” - Philippians 2:5-11

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Read Philippians 2:5-11

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they demonstrate the truth of “Christ’s pattern of humility?”

In what stories or interactions of Jesus, do you see his deep humility? What did Jesus’ humility communicate to the people he talked to and interacted with? What are ways in which we can live out his pattern of humility in our life?

Prayer: God, we see in Jesus the embodiment of humility. (The fact that he left Heaven, a perfect place, to come here, a broken world, shows more humility than we can even fathom) We want to be like that. We want to put aside self and live for others. Help the humility of Jesus urge us towards serving and loving our neighbors.

Sermon Notes - November 24“This Is Why We Confess” - Colossians 1:15-20

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Read Colossians 1:15-20

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they point to the truth that “Christ is the center of God’s story?”

How do you see the story of Jesus connecting with Pre-Creation, Creation, Israel, the Church, and the End?

Prayer: Lord, we see in Jesus the best that you have to offer the world. We see that Jesus shows us your heart and we want to have your heart. Help us to wake up each day confessing that Jesus is Lord in our life. And may it change the way we see and treat and love others.

Sermon Notes - December 1“This Is Why We Proclaim” - I Timothy 3:14-16

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Read I Timothy 3:14-16

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they point to the truth that “God desires to redeem the world?”

What is God’s desire for the world? (make a list of what you think God would like to happen in the world) How do you see him working out his desire for the world?

Prayer: God, we believe in Jesus and we believe that he is the answer to the worst problems in the world. And we believe that you desire to save and redeem the world and we want to be a part of it. Help us to have your heart for the world and proclaim the name of Jesus to people in desperate need for a better way.

Sermon Notes - December 8“This Is Why We Listen” - Hebrews 1:1-3

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Read Hebrews 1:1-3

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they emphasize the truth that “God, today, speaks through Christ?”

God has always sought to communicate with the world. What is He trying to say? In what ways, is Jesus the best communicator of God’s thoughts and desires?

Prayer: Lord, we are bombarded with voices and messages. Sometimes it hard to discern your voice. Help us listen to Jesus. Help us trust in his life and message. And help us find clarity through his words and life.

Sermon Notes - December 15“This Is Why We Persevere” - I Peter 3:18-22

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Read I Peter 3:18-22

Review the occasion/context of this proclamation. (Steve’s sermon and the surrounding text)

What are the events that are mentioned in this passage? How do they point to the truth that “Christ has overcome?”

What exactly did Jesus overcome with his life, death and resurrection? What has Jesus helped you overcome in your life? How can this strengthen you to persevere?

Prayer: Father, sin, oppression, suffering, and death fill our world. At times, we overwhelmed by the brokenness we see around us. But help us hope in this, that Christ has overcome it all and has offered us victory in him. May this hope help us persevere through the difficulties that we face while on this earth.