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I Am Convinced
Series: Discovering the Church
Sunday, December 3, 2017
Acts 26:9–11 (ESV)
9 “I myself was convinced that I ought to do many things in opposing the name of Jesus of Nazareth. 10 And I did so in Jerusalem. I not only locked up many of the saints in prison after receiving authority from the chief priests, but when they were put to death I cast my vote against them. 11 And I punished them often in all the synagogues and tried to make them blaspheme, and in raging fury against them I persecuted them even to foreign cities.
The sermon “I Am Convinced” focuses on the concept of conviction in the Christian faith, examining it from multiple perspectives:
1. Conviction as Proof of Sin: Highlighting that God declares humanity guilty of sin, emphasizing the role of the law in making individuals aware of their sinful state.
2. God’s Conviction of Sinful Humanity: Discuss how God not only declares humans guilty but also outlines the consequences of this guilt while providing a remedy through Jesus Christ.
3. Conviction as a Strong Belief: Exploring how personal convictions influence actions and identity, using Apostle Paul’s transformation as an example of how strong beliefs can lead to significant life changes.
4. Conviction as Awareness of Guilt: Addressing the conscious recognition of one’s guilt and the importance of repentance, noting that mere acknowledgment without repentance is insufficient.
Keywords: Conviction, sin, guilt, belief, repentance, law, Jesus Christ, Apostle Paul.
Outline Objectives:
• Define conviction in the context of sin and guilt.
• Explain God’s role in convicting humanity and the consequences thereof.
• Illustrate how strong personal convictions shape actions and identity.
• Emphasize the necessity of repentance following the awareness of guilt.
Bible References Used:
1. Acts 26:9–11
2. John 8:46
3. 1 Corinthians 14:24
4. Romans 3:19–20
5. Psalm 14:1–3
6. Colossians 2:2
Study Questions:
True or False:
1. Conviction only pertains to the awareness of one’s guilt.
2. According to the sermon, acknowledging guilt without repentance is sufficient for salvation.
Multiple Choice:
3. Which apostle’s transformation is used as an example of strong conviction leading to life changes?
• A. Peter
• B. John
• C. Paul
• D. James
4. What is one purpose of the law according to the sermon?
• A. To provide salvation
• B. To convict man of sin
• C. To offer blessings
• D. To establish traditions
Fill-in-the-Blank:
5. The sermon states that “________ actually convicts non-believers in Jesus and His Gospel.”
6. According to Romans 3:19–20, “through the law comes knowledge of _______.”
Short Essay:
7. Discuss how personal convictions can influence an individual’s actions and identity, providing examples from the sermon.
Series: Discovering the Church
Sunday, December 3, 2017
Acts 26:9–11 (ESV)
9 “I myself was convinced that I ought to do many things in opposing the name of Jesus of Nazareth. 10 And I did so in Jerusalem. I not only locked up many of the saints in prison after receiving authority from the chief priests, but when they were put to death I cast my vote against them. 11 And I punished them often in all the synagogues and tried to make them blaspheme, and in raging fury against them I persecuted them even to foreign cities.
The sermon “I Am Convinced” focuses on the concept of conviction in the Christian faith, examining it from multiple perspectives:
1. Conviction as Proof of Sin: Highlighting that God declares humanity guilty of sin, emphasizing the role of the law in making individuals aware of their sinful state.
2. God’s Conviction of Sinful Humanity: Discuss how God not only declares humans guilty but also outlines the consequences of this guilt while providing a remedy through Jesus Christ.
3. Conviction as a Strong Belief: Exploring how personal convictions influence actions and identity, using Apostle Paul’s transformation as an example of how strong beliefs can lead to significant life changes.
4. Conviction as Awareness of Guilt: Addressing the conscious recognition of one’s guilt and the importance of repentance, noting that mere acknowledgment without repentance is insufficient.
Keywords: Conviction, sin, guilt, belief, repentance, law, Jesus Christ, Apostle Paul.
Outline Objectives:
• Define conviction in the context of sin and guilt.
• Explain God’s role in convicting humanity and the consequences thereof.
• Illustrate how strong personal convictions shape actions and identity.
• Emphasize the necessity of repentance following the awareness of guilt.
Bible References Used:
1. Acts 26:9–11
2. John 8:46
3. 1 Corinthians 14:24
4. Romans 3:19–20
5. Psalm 14:1–3
6. Colossians 2:2
Study Questions:
True or False:
1. Conviction only pertains to the awareness of one’s guilt.
2. According to the sermon, acknowledging guilt without repentance is sufficient for salvation.
Multiple Choice:
3. Which apostle’s transformation is used as an example of strong conviction leading to life changes?
• A. Peter
• B. John
• C. Paul
• D. James
4. What is one purpose of the law according to the sermon?
• A. To provide salvation
• B. To convict man of sin
• C. To offer blessings
• D. To establish traditions
Fill-in-the-Blank:
5. The sermon states that “________ actually convicts non-believers in Jesus and His Gospel.”
6. According to Romans 3:19–20, “through the law comes knowledge of _______.”
Short Essay:
7. Discuss how personal convictions can influence an individual’s actions and identity, providing examples from the sermon.
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