Sunday, February 18, 2024 - Brookfield Church of Christ - 10:30 a.m.
Beyond the Moment
The Journey After Salvation
Sunday, February 18, 2024
Philippians 2:12–13 (ESV)
12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.
Central Idea:
Salvation is not merely a moment but the beginning of a lifelong journey of faith, requiring believers to work out their salvation with reverence while being empowered by God (Philippians 2:12–13).
Keywords in the Sermon:
• Salvation
• Spiritual Maturity
• Truth
• Disciple’s Responsibility
• Forgiveness
• Great Commission
• Evangelism
• Faith
• Transformation
• Obedience
Outline Objectives:
Bible References in the Sermon:
1. Philippians 2:12–13 – Work out your salvation with fear and trembling.
2. Ephesians 2:10 – We are God’s workmanship, created for good works.
3. Galatians 5:22–23 – The fruit of the Spirit.
4. Colossians 3:13 – Forgive others as the Lord forgave you.
5. Ephesians 4:32 – Be kind and forgiving, as God forgave you.
6. Matthew 28:19–20 – The Great Commission.
Study Questions:
True or False:
1. Salvation is a one-time event that does not require further spiritual growth.
2. Forgiveness in interpersonal relationships is optional for Christians.
Multiple Choice:
3. Which of the following best describes “working out your own salvation” as mentioned in Philippians 2:12-13?
A) Earning salvation through good works
B) Living in obedience and growing spiritually
C) Being afraid of losing salvation
D) Attending church without personal study
4. According to Matthew 28:19-20, what is a key part of the Great Commission?
A) Staying silent about faith to avoid offending others
B) Making disciples of all nations
C) Only preaching to those who ask first
D) Keeping faith a personal and private matter
Fill in the Blank:
5. Galatians 5:22-23 teaches that the Fruit of the Spirit includes love, joy, peace, ______, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
6. Ephesians 2:10 states that believers are created in Christ Jesus for ______, which God prepared beforehand for them to walk in.
Short Essay Question:
7. How does practicing forgiveness in interpersonal relationships contribute to spiritual maturity and embody the truth about salvation?
The Journey After Salvation
Sunday, February 18, 2024
Philippians 2:12–13 (ESV)
12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.
Central Idea:
Salvation is not merely a moment but the beginning of a lifelong journey of faith, requiring believers to work out their salvation with reverence while being empowered by God (Philippians 2:12–13).
Keywords in the Sermon:
• Salvation
• Spiritual Maturity
• Truth
• Disciple’s Responsibility
• Forgiveness
• Great Commission
• Evangelism
• Faith
• Transformation
• Obedience
Outline Objectives:
- Embrace the Disciple’s Responsibility – Develop personal spiritual disciplines, including prayer and Scripture study.
- Reflect God’s Forgiveness in Interpersonal Relationships – Embody Christ-like forgiveness as part of spiritual maturity.
- Actively Participate in the Great Commission – Engage in evangelism and mentorship, spreading God’s Word.
Bible References in the Sermon:
1. Philippians 2:12–13 – Work out your salvation with fear and trembling.
2. Ephesians 2:10 – We are God’s workmanship, created for good works.
3. Galatians 5:22–23 – The fruit of the Spirit.
4. Colossians 3:13 – Forgive others as the Lord forgave you.
5. Ephesians 4:32 – Be kind and forgiving, as God forgave you.
6. Matthew 28:19–20 – The Great Commission.
Study Questions:
True or False:
1. Salvation is a one-time event that does not require further spiritual growth.
2. Forgiveness in interpersonal relationships is optional for Christians.
Multiple Choice:
3. Which of the following best describes “working out your own salvation” as mentioned in Philippians 2:12-13?
A) Earning salvation through good works
B) Living in obedience and growing spiritually
C) Being afraid of losing salvation
D) Attending church without personal study
4. According to Matthew 28:19-20, what is a key part of the Great Commission?
A) Staying silent about faith to avoid offending others
B) Making disciples of all nations
C) Only preaching to those who ask first
D) Keeping faith a personal and private matter
Fill in the Blank:
5. Galatians 5:22-23 teaches that the Fruit of the Spirit includes love, joy, peace, ______, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
6. Ephesians 2:10 states that believers are created in Christ Jesus for ______, which God prepared beforehand for them to walk in.
Short Essay Question:
7. How does practicing forgiveness in interpersonal relationships contribute to spiritual maturity and embody the truth about salvation?
Sunday, February 18, 2024 - Brookfield Church of Christ - 5:00 p.m.
Surrender
10 Steps to the New Spiritual You
Sunday, February 18, 2024
Central Idea
The central idea of this chapter is that surrender is a crucial spiritual discipline in the pursuit of becoming more Christlike. Surrender involves releasing control over one’s rights, plans, and desires, placing them in God’s hands. It is challenging because it opposes the human instinct for self-interest. The chapter outlines practical steps to achieving surrender by studying Christ, comparing oneself to His example, and learning to let go of possessions, positions, plans, and relationships, trusting in God’s greater purpose .
Keywords Used
• Surrender
• Spiritual discipline
• Self-interest
• Letting go
• Trust in God
• Submission
• Christlike
• Humility
• Faith
• Sacrifice
Outline Objectives
1. Define Surrender – Understanding what it means to surrender to God.
2. Acknowledge the Challenge – Recognizing that surrendering is difficult because of human self-interest.
3. Learn from Christ – Studying Jesus as the ultimate model of surrender.
4. Compare Ourselves to Christ – Evaluating how our lives align with His surrender.
5. Practical Steps to Surrender – Identifying ways to surrender possessions, position, plans, and relationships to God.
6. Understand the Rewards – Recognizing that surrender leads to unexpected blessings and spiritual freedom.
Bible References Used
1. Hebrews 12:2 – “Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross.”
2. Philippians 2:3-5 – “Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves.”
3. John 12:24-25 – “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit.”
4. Proverbs 3:5-8 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding.”
5. Hebrews 12:3 – “Consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.”
6. Philippians 2:5-11 – “Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, who, although He existed in the form of God, did not regard equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied Himself.”
Study Questions
True or False
1. True or False: Surrendering to God means completely giving up on making personal plans.
2. True or False: Jesus is the ultimate example of surrender because He gave up His will for God’s plan.
Multiple Choice
3. What is one of the most significant barriers to surrendering to God?
A) A lack of knowledge
B) Self-interest
C) Not attending church regularly
D) Financial stability
4. According to the lesson, what is a reward of surrendering to God?
A) More financial prosperity
B) Surprises and blessings from God
C) A trouble-free life
D) The ability to control everything
Fill in the Blank
5. According to Proverbs 3:5-6, we are told to “Trust in the ______ with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding.”
6. Jesus “emptied Himself, taking the form of a ______ and being made in the likeness of men” (Philippians 2:7).
Short Essay
7. In what ways can you practice surrender in your daily life? How does Jesus’ example challenge or inspire you to let go of control and trust in God?
10 Steps to the New Spiritual You
Sunday, February 18, 2024
Central Idea
The central idea of this chapter is that surrender is a crucial spiritual discipline in the pursuit of becoming more Christlike. Surrender involves releasing control over one’s rights, plans, and desires, placing them in God’s hands. It is challenging because it opposes the human instinct for self-interest. The chapter outlines practical steps to achieving surrender by studying Christ, comparing oneself to His example, and learning to let go of possessions, positions, plans, and relationships, trusting in God’s greater purpose .
Keywords Used
• Surrender
• Spiritual discipline
• Self-interest
• Letting go
• Trust in God
• Submission
• Christlike
• Humility
• Faith
• Sacrifice
Outline Objectives
1. Define Surrender – Understanding what it means to surrender to God.
2. Acknowledge the Challenge – Recognizing that surrendering is difficult because of human self-interest.
3. Learn from Christ – Studying Jesus as the ultimate model of surrender.
4. Compare Ourselves to Christ – Evaluating how our lives align with His surrender.
5. Practical Steps to Surrender – Identifying ways to surrender possessions, position, plans, and relationships to God.
6. Understand the Rewards – Recognizing that surrender leads to unexpected blessings and spiritual freedom.
Bible References Used
1. Hebrews 12:2 – “Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross.”
2. Philippians 2:3-5 – “Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves.”
3. John 12:24-25 – “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit.”
4. Proverbs 3:5-8 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding.”
5. Hebrews 12:3 – “Consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.”
6. Philippians 2:5-11 – “Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, who, although He existed in the form of God, did not regard equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied Himself.”
Study Questions
True or False
1. True or False: Surrendering to God means completely giving up on making personal plans.
2. True or False: Jesus is the ultimate example of surrender because He gave up His will for God’s plan.
Multiple Choice
3. What is one of the most significant barriers to surrendering to God?
A) A lack of knowledge
B) Self-interest
C) Not attending church regularly
D) Financial stability
4. According to the lesson, what is a reward of surrendering to God?
A) More financial prosperity
B) Surprises and blessings from God
C) A trouble-free life
D) The ability to control everything
Fill in the Blank
5. According to Proverbs 3:5-6, we are told to “Trust in the ______ with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding.”
6. Jesus “emptied Himself, taking the form of a ______ and being made in the likeness of men” (Philippians 2:7).
Short Essay
7. In what ways can you practice surrender in your daily life? How does Jesus’ example challenge or inspire you to let go of control and trust in God?