The Power of One:
What God Can Do Through You
Sunday, May 25, 2025
5:00 p.m.
Schrader Lane Church of Christ
Ezekiel 22:30 (ESV)
30 And I sought for a man among them who should build up the wall and stand in the breach before me for the land, that I should not destroy it, but I found none.
Central Idea:
Live boldly for Christ and don’t wait for someone else to do what God is calling you to do.
Keywords Used in the Sermon
Sermon Outline Objectives
1. Recognize the Value of One Faithful Person
Six Bible References Used
Study Questions
True or False
Multiple Choice
3. According to Ezekiel 22:30, what was God searching for?
4. What was Ananias asked to do for Saul?
Fill in the Blank
5. “Here I am, ________ me.” (Isaiah 6:8)
6. Philippians 2:13 says, “For it is God who works in you, both to ______ and to ______ for His good pleasure.”
Short Essay Question
7. Reflect on a time when God called someone in Scripture or your own life to “stand in the gap.” What lessons does this example teach us about faith, courage, and obedience?
What God Can Do Through You
Sunday, May 25, 2025
5:00 p.m.
Schrader Lane Church of Christ
Ezekiel 22:30 (ESV)
30 And I sought for a man among them who should build up the wall and stand in the breach before me for the land, that I should not destroy it, but I found none.
Central Idea:
Live boldly for Christ and don’t wait for someone else to do what God is calling you to do.
Keywords Used in the Sermon
- Power
- One
- Faith
- Stand in the Gap
- Obedience
- Intercession
- Call to Action
- Willingness
- Transformation
- Prayer
Sermon Outline Objectives
1. Recognize the Value of One Faithful Person
- God often works through just one surrendered individual to bring about powerful change (Ezekiel 22:30, James 5:16–18).
- God’s call requires faith and obedience to meet critical spiritual or moral needs (Isaiah 6:8, Acts 9:10–17).
- God chooses the humble and weak to display His glory (1 Corinthians 1:26–29, Philippians 2:13).
Six Bible References Used
- Ezekiel 22:30 – God’s search for one to stand in the breach
- James 5:16–18 – Elijah’s powerful prayer
- Isaiah 6:8 – Isaiah’s willingness to go
- Acts 9:10–17 – Ananias helps Saul
- 1 Corinthians 1:26–29 – God uses the weak
- Philippians 2:13 – God works in us for His will
(Others: Genesis 6:5–9, Genesis 18:22–33, Exodus 32:9–14, Esther 4:13–16, 1 Samuel 17:32–50, Acts 8:26–39)
Study Questions
True or False
- Elijah prayed that it would not rain and it didn’t rain for seven years.
- God seeks those with high status and worldly wisdom to accomplish His will.
Multiple Choice
3. According to Ezekiel 22:30, what was God searching for?
- A) A king to lead Israel
- B) A prophet to write Scripture
- C) One man to stand in the gap
- D) A priest to offer sacrifices
4. What was Ananias asked to do for Saul?
- A) Preach the gospel to him
- B) Baptize him immediately
- C) Restore his sight and lay hands on him
- D) Take him to Jerusalem
Fill in the Blank
5. “Here I am, ________ me.” (Isaiah 6:8)
6. Philippians 2:13 says, “For it is God who works in you, both to ______ and to ______ for His good pleasure.”
Short Essay Question
7. Reflect on a time when God called someone in Scripture or your own life to “stand in the gap.” What lessons does this example teach us about faith, courage, and obedience?
Standing When Others Run
Faith Over Fear
Sunday, May 18, 2025
10:15 a.m.
Brookfield Church of Christ
2 Timothy 1:7 ESV
for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Central Idea of the Sermon
The central idea of the sermon “Standing When Others Run” is to encourage believers to overcome fear by embracing the God-given tools of power, love, and self-control, especially in times of spiritual challenge and cultural pressure. It emphasizes that the Spirit given by God does not foster fear but instead empowers believers to stand firm, act with love, and maintain self-discipline in the face of fear and adversity .
Keywords Used in the Sermon Link
1. Faith
2. Fear
3. Love
4. Power
5. Self-Control
6. 2 Timothy 1:7
7. Strength
8. Courage
9. Discipline
10. Spiritual Challenge
Outline Objectives
1. Responding to Fear with Power
2. Responding to Fear with Love
3. Responding to Fear with Self-Control
Bible References Used in the Sermon
1. 2 Timothy 1:7 – Core text, emphasizing the spirit of power, love, and self-control.
2. Acts 1:8 – Power through the Holy Spirit.
3. 1 Corinthians 4:20 – The kingdom of God is in power, not just words.
4. 1 John 4:18 – Perfect love casts out fear.
5. Proverbs 25:28 – Lack of self-control leads to vulnerability.
6. Titus 2:11-12 – The grace of God teaches self-control.
Study Questions
True or False:
1. The Greek word dýnamis used in 2 Timothy 1:7 refers to physical strength alone.
2. Agápē is a type of love based primarily on emotions and attraction.
Multiple Choice:
3. Which of the following best describes dýnamis as used in 2 Timothy 1:7?
4.Which scripture states, “Perfect love casts out fear”?
Fill-in-the-Blank:
5. According to 2 Timothy 1:7, God has not given us a spirit of ________, but of ________, ________, and ________.
6. Agápē is the kind of love that ________ beyond fear and ________ with grace.
Short Essay:
7. In your own words, explain why a spirit of self-control (sōphronismós) is essential for a Christian facing cultural pressure and fear. Include at least one supporting scripture from the sermon.
Faith Over Fear
Sunday, May 18, 2025
10:15 a.m.
Brookfield Church of Christ
2 Timothy 1:7 ESV
for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Central Idea of the Sermon
The central idea of the sermon “Standing When Others Run” is to encourage believers to overcome fear by embracing the God-given tools of power, love, and self-control, especially in times of spiritual challenge and cultural pressure. It emphasizes that the Spirit given by God does not foster fear but instead empowers believers to stand firm, act with love, and maintain self-discipline in the face of fear and adversity .
Keywords Used in the Sermon Link
1. Faith
2. Fear
3. Love
4. Power
5. Self-Control
6. 2 Timothy 1:7
7. Strength
8. Courage
9. Discipline
10. Spiritual Challenge
Outline Objectives
1. Responding to Fear with Power
- Emphasizes divine strength and boldness, drawing from the Greek word dýnamis (power).
2. Responding to Fear with Love
- Focuses on agápē (unconditional, self-sacrificing love) as the highest form of love.
3. Responding to Fear with Self-Control
- Highlights the importance of a sound mind and disciplined thinking (sōphronismós) to maintain stability in the face of fear.
Bible References Used in the Sermon
1. 2 Timothy 1:7 – Core text, emphasizing the spirit of power, love, and self-control.
2. Acts 1:8 – Power through the Holy Spirit.
3. 1 Corinthians 4:20 – The kingdom of God is in power, not just words.
4. 1 John 4:18 – Perfect love casts out fear.
5. Proverbs 25:28 – Lack of self-control leads to vulnerability.
6. Titus 2:11-12 – The grace of God teaches self-control.
Study Questions
True or False:
1. The Greek word dýnamis used in 2 Timothy 1:7 refers to physical strength alone.
2. Agápē is a type of love based primarily on emotions and attraction.
Multiple Choice:
3. Which of the following best describes dýnamis as used in 2 Timothy 1:7?
- a) Emotional energy
- b) Physical strength
- c) Divine enablement and miraculous power
- d) Personal charisma
4.Which scripture states, “Perfect love casts out fear”?
- a) Titus 2:11
- b) 1 John 4:18
- c) Acts 1:8
- d) Proverbs 25:28
Fill-in-the-Blank:
5. According to 2 Timothy 1:7, God has not given us a spirit of ________, but of ________, ________, and ________.
6. Agápē is the kind of love that ________ beyond fear and ________ with grace.
Short Essay:
7. In your own words, explain why a spirit of self-control (sōphronismós) is essential for a Christian facing cultural pressure and fear. Include at least one supporting scripture from the sermon.
Did God Condone Rape?
Sunday, January 19, 2025 @ 5:00 p.m.
Genesis 19:8 (ESV)
8 Behold, I have two daughters who have not known any man. Let me bring them out to you, and do to them as you please. Only do nothing to these men, for they have come under the shelter of my roof.”
Atheists and Skeptics use Genesis 19:8 as a reason for why they do not believe in God or the Bible. We will take a look at this challenging verse to see if they are right in their assessment.
Sunday, January 19, 2025 @ 5:00 p.m.
Genesis 19:8 (ESV)
8 Behold, I have two daughters who have not known any man. Let me bring them out to you, and do to them as you please. Only do nothing to these men, for they have come under the shelter of my roof.”
Atheists and Skeptics use Genesis 19:8 as a reason for why they do not believe in God or the Bible. We will take a look at this challenging verse to see if they are right in their assessment.