Lamar Avenue Church of Christ

“Seeing Jesus as John the Baptist Saw Him” (John 1:19-34) Outline: I. The ________________ of John the Baptist (1:19-22) II. The _________________ of John the Baptist (1:23-28) III. The __________________ of John the Baptist (1:29-34) Three...

“A Prayer of Recompense” (Psalm 109) Outline: I. David’s Initial __________ (109:1-5) II. The _________ Wishes of David’s __________________ (109:6-19) III. David’s Second __________________ (109:20-29) IV. David _________________ the LORD...

Protection & Praise

Provision & Pardon

“This, then, Is How You Should Pray” The Lord's Prayer Summary: 1. God intends for us to pray for material needs. 2. We are to be channels of forgiveness and not merely recipients. Application: 1. We are dependent upon God for our...

“This, then, Is How You Should Pray” The Lord's Prayer Points to Ponder: 1. When “acts of righteousness” are done, we must have the right motive and the right audience. 2. Our “acts of righteousness” are to come as a response from within our...

“Who Is Like the LORD?”” (Micah 7) Outline: I.  Micah Laments Disobedience to God (7:1-6) II.  Micah Longs for God’s Deliverance (7:7-10) III. Micah Lauds God’s Dedication (7:11-20) Advantage entails accountability.   “Restore All...

“The Micah Mandate” (Micah 6:1-16) Outline: I.  What God has Done for His People (6:1-5) II.  What God Expects in Return (6:6-8) III. What God Cannot Tolerate (6:9-12) IV.  What God is Moved to Do (6:13-16) The Micah Mandate: 1.  Act...

“O Little Town of Bethlehem” (Micah 5:1-15) Outline: I.Reckoning (5:1) II.Reversal (5:2-6) III.Remnant (5:7-9) IV.Refinement (5:10-14) V.Retribution (5:15) Three Things about Jesus: 1. He is the bread of life. 2. He is our peace. 3. He is...

“An Ancient Ethical Word for a Modern Unethical World” “But as for Me…” (Micah 3:1-12) Outline: I.  Judgment against the Courts (3:1-4) II.  Judgment against the Prophets (3:5-8) III. Judgment against the Establishment...

“An Ancient Ethical Word for a Modern Unethical World” “Calamity for Those Who Covet” (Micah 2:1-13) Outline: I. Pronouncement of Death (2:1-5) II. Prophets of Denial (2:6-11) III.  Promise of Deliverance (2:12-13) Overcoming...

“An Ancient Ethical Word for a Modern Unethical World” “Here Comes the Judge! (Micah 1:2-16) *Points to Ponder 1.God does not tolerate any rivals. 2.Human history is moving toward a goal. 3.Advantage entails accountability. 4.We must have the...

#HappyNewYear2020 The beginning of a new year is a time to reflect and to resolve. I.  Rewind II.  Pause 1. Why do I exist?2. How will I make responsible decisions? III. Fast Forward IV.  Play 1. Choose meaningful membership. 2. Concentrate on...

“The Annunciation” (Luke 1:26-38) I.  An Unexpected Recipient of God’s Grace (1:26-28) II.  An Unbelievable Assignment (1:29-37) III.  An Uncompromising Obedience (1:38) Points to Ponder: 1. Mary brings nothing on her resume other than her...

“Wait!” (Luke 1:5-25) I. We Are Introduced to Zechariah and Elizabeth (1:5-7) II. Gabriel Appears to Zechariah (1:8-23) III. Elizabeth Conceives (1:24-25) One tough question: despite disappointment, will we remain committed to God? Lessons to...

“A Theology of the Church” (Acts) I. A Word Study ekklesia II. “Church” in Acts III. 7 Points about the Church 1.It composed of the saved. 2.It belongs to God. 3.It gathers, then scatters. 4.It is universal, and local. 5.It is diverse, but...

“When Christians Part Company” (Acts 15:36-41) Disagreement about John Mark: 1.  Paul and Barnabas plan a second missionary journey. 2.  Barnabas is willing to give John Mark another chance; Paul disagrees. 3.  Unfortunately, no settlement is...

I.  The Reality: “We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God!” The Reasons: 1.  Opposition 2.  Fellow Christians disappoint 3.  Jealous Crowds 4.  Verbal Abuse 5.  Provocation 6.  Plotting 7.  Misunderstanding 8.  Physical...

Acts 10:1-11:18 “Overcoming Prejudice” Peter’s Progression to Overcome Prejudice: 1. Unclean animals are declared clean and that principle is carried over to include people. 2. He realizes his prejudice is tradition. 3. He acknowledges before...

Acts 4:13 “Have You Been with Jesus” I. Peter Heals a Crippled Beggar II. Peter Preaches to the Gathered Crowd III. Peter and John Taken to the SanhedrinIV.  Peter and John Report Back to the Church Evidence of Being with Jesus 1.  There was a...

“A Noble Task” “An Elder Is a Man of Capability” I.  What Elders Did: A Look at the New Testament Evidence II.  Implications for Today III. The Way “Not” to Do These Things (1 Peter 5:3) IV.  When Is A Man Ready to Be an Elder? “To all of you”...

“A Noble Task” “An Elder Is a Man of Character” (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9) The qualities listed have to do with character, habits, and personality. A Man and His Fundamental Relationships: 1.  As to Others 2.  As to His Family 3.  As to God...

"You will be my witnesses..."  Church As It's Meant To Be Acts 2:42-47 I.Priority: One Important Verb II.Priorities: Four Important Nouns III. Priorities Illustrated: Ten Demonstrations   “Church as It’s Meant to Be” (Acts...

“The Church Begins” Acts 2:1-41 I.  Pentecost Arrives (1:1-21) II.  Peter Preaches (1:22-36) III. People Respond (1:37-41)   Jesus is both Lord and Messiah. Have you truly repented? Have you been baptized? We, too, live in a...

You will be my witnesses... Acts 1:8 The Prologue to Luke’s Gospel Luke 1:1-4 Implications: 1.  Luke wrote as a historian. 2.  Luke wrote as a theologian. 3.  Luke wrote as an apologist. 4.  Luke wrote as an evangelist. Insinuations: 1. ...

“Six Attitudes that Make a Difference” 1.  I will be a functioning LACC member. 2.  I will be a unifying LACC member. 3.  LACC will not be about my preferences. 4.  I will pray for LACC. 5.  I will lead my family to be a healthy LACC member. 6. ...

A Summer in the Psalms: 1. Don’t just read the Psalms, sing them, pray them, and meditate upon them.  2. Imitate their frankness.  3. Enjoy their creativity.  4. Remember that the Psalms teach us that the language of worship is neither polished...

A Prayer of Moses Psalm 90 I.  Confession (1-2) II.  Concession (3-12) III. Complaint (13-17) Points to Ponder: 1.  We are not homeless.  2.  God knows us as we are. 3.  Use time wisely! 4.  The goal is a wise heart. 5.  Leave a legacy. 6. ...

I Have Made the Sovereign LORD My Refuge Psalm 73 I. The Premise Declared (73:1) II.The Problem Stated (73:2-14) III. The Pivotal Moment (73:15-17) IV.  The Progression of Faith (73:18-28) Points to Ponder: 1. “Blessed are the pure in heart for...

“Your Love Is Better Than Life” Psalm 63 I. God Is My Desire (63:1-4) II. God Is My Delight (63:5-8) III. God Is My Defense (63:9-11) A Threefold Dynamic for Life: 1.Constant pursuing 2.Continuous perceiving 3.Ceaseless praise Hesed Our...

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” Psalm 46 I.God’s Protection (1-3) II.God’s Presence (4-7) III.God’s Power (8-11) Points to Ponder: 1.  Seek to know God better. 2.  This psalm points to the priority of God’s grace. 3.  Let go! 4.  God remains...

“Blessed Are Those Whose Sins Are Forgiven” Psalm 32 I.The Blessing of Forgiveness (32:1-2) II.The Burden of Silence (32:3-4) III.The Benefit of Confession (32:5-7) IV.The Boldness of Trust (32:8-11) Points to Ponder: 1. Confession is good for...

“David’s Greatest Hit” Psalm 23 I.  God as Shepherd (23:1-4) II.  God as Host (23:5-6) Application: 1.  God desires a relationship with us. 2.  Don’t resist God’s rest. 3.  This psalm points us to Jesus. a. You know Jesus. b. You listen to...

“Living with God” Psalm 15 I.  A Critical Question (15:1) II.  A Challenging Answer (15:2-5a) III.   A Comforting Conclusion (15:5b) Points to Ponder: 1. This psalm should cause us to contemplate our theology. 2. Three basic areas of life are...

“The Righteousness of God” Psalm 7: I.An Affirmation of Faithfulness (1-2) II.An Avowal of Innocence (3-5) III.An Appeal for Action (6-9) IV.An Assertion of Confidence (10-16) V.An Applause of Thanksgiving (17)   The application for us is to...

“The Two Ways”  (Psalm 1) I.The Way of the Righteous (1-3) II.The Way of the Unrighteous (4-5) III.A Parting of the Ways (6) Points to Ponder 1. Life consists of choices. 2. Don’t be absorbed by the world, rather absorb the word of God. 3.A...

“In Limbo” 1. Don’t listen to “nay-sayers.” 2. Don’t complain against leadership. 3. Remember the “good ole days” might not be so good. 4. Do what is right whether anyone else does or not. 5. THE LORD IS WITH US!