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by Dr. Jim Coleman

Bible Talk Outline How Promises Overcome Lies Ps. 56:1-13 Background: 1 Sa. 21:10-15 The Promise of Faith ◊ Wounded by constant lies (vv. 1-2) ◊ Faith chosen over fear (vv. 3-4a) ◊ Faith in the promise of God’s power (v. 4b) The Promise of Comfort ◊ Wounded by plotting lies (vv. 5-6) ◊ Comfort in the promise of justice (v. 7) ◊ Comfort in sorrow (v. 8) The Promise of Confidence ◊ Confidence in escape (v. 9) ◊ Confident praise for promises (v. 10) ◊ Confidence over fear (v. 11) ◊ Confidence for living (vv. 12-13) Dr. Jim R. Coleman

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  1. How Promises Overcome Lies

    Bible Talk Outline Background: 1 Sa. 21:10-15 The Promise of Faith ◊ Wounded by constant lies (vv. 1-2) ◊ Faith chosen over fear (vv. 3-4a) ◊ Faith in the promise of God’s power (v. 4b) The Promise of Comfort ◊ Wounded by plotting lies (vv. 5-6) ◊ Comfort in the promise of justice (v. 7) ◊…

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  2. The Keys to Contentment (Phil. 4:10-20)

    The Keys to Contentment Phil. 4:10-20 Bible Talk Outline ◊ Learning to be Contented with Concern (v. 10) ◊ Learning to be Contented above Circumstances (vv. 11-12) ◊ Learning to be Contented in Christ (v. 13) ◊ Learning to be Contented by Sharing (vv. 14-16) ◊ Learning to be Contented that God...

  3. The Shepherd Who Stays (Jn. 10:11-18)

    The Shepherd Who Stays Jn. 10:11-18 Bible Talk Outline ◊ He stays to sacrifice—Jesus’ commitment is total ◦ because he is “good”—faithful character is essential (v. 11) ◦ because we “belong” to him—bonded relationship is paramount (v. 12a, 13-15) ◦ because “attacks” and “scattering” kill—holy...

  4. Staying on the Pure Heart Path (Ps. 73:1-18)

    Bible Talk Outline Staying on the Pure Heart Path Ps. 73; Mt. 5:8 A pure heart—an unmixed single-minded and single-hearted devotion to God—stays on the path that… ◊ affirms God’s goodness (v. 1) ◊ prevents slipping and falling into worldliness (v. 2) by not envying… ▪ the prideful (v. 3a) ▪ the...

  5. Following the Spirit's Detours and Directions (Acts 16:6-12)

    Sermon Outline Following the Spirit’s Detours and Directions Acts 16:6-12 ○ The Spirit’s Detours—“…had prevented them…” ▪ detoured from traveling due east into Asia (v. 6) ▪ deciding to travel north toward Bithynia (v. 7a) ▪ detoured from traveling into Bithynia (v. 7b) ▪ deciding to travel west...

  6. Thunderglory (Ps. 29:1-11)

    Sermon Outline Thunderglory Ps. 29:1-11 ◊ Before the thunderstorm—heavenly honor for the LORD’S glory ▪ honor for the LORD’S glorious strength (vv. 1, 11a) ▪ honor for the LORD’S glorious name (v. 2a) ▪ worship for the LORD’S beautiful holiness (v. 2b) ◊ During the thunderstorm—the Voice of the...

  7. One and Many (Mt. 8:14-17)

    Bible Talk Outline One and Many Mt. 8: 14-17 ◊ One woman with a fever (v. 14) ◊ One touch of power (v. 15a) ◊ One act of gratitude (v. 15b) ◊ Many brought for healing (v. 16a)) ◊ Many commands of authority (v. 16b) ◊ One Who fulfilled the prophecy (v. 17, Is. 53:4) Dr. Jim R. Coleman

  8. Re-learning to Walk (Col. 3:5-7)

    Re-Learning to Walk Col. 3:5-7 Bible outline Paul insists the Colossians, and we, must decide to re-learn… ◊ the original human nature (v. 5a, Ge. 1:26a, 27) ◊ the beauty of human sex (v. 5b, Ge. 2:21-24, 1 Co. 7: 3-4, 5:6b, 18-19) ◊ the purity of human character (v. 5c; Mt. 1:19, 5:8; 1 Co.…

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  9. An Astonishing Christmas! (Lk. 2:8-20)

    Bible Talk Outline An Astonishing Christmas! Luke 2:8-20 • An astonishing visit (vv. 8-9) • Astonishingly Good News (vv. 10-11) • An astonishing birthplace (v. 12) • An astonishing army (v. 13) • An astonishing scope (v 14) • Astonished eyewitnesses (vv. 15-16) • An astonishing testimony (vv....

  10. On-Schedule with God (Lk. 2:1-7)

    Bible Talk Outline On-Schedule with God Lk. 2:1-7 The circumstances of Jesus’ birth remind us that God graciously (and sometimes sovereignly) guides us to be on-schedule with God’s will for our lives, just as… ◊ Caesar’s decree was on-schedule (vv. 1-2) ◊ The multitudes’ travel was on-schedule…

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  11. Expect a Special Christmas Delivery (Lk. 67-80)

    Bible Talk Outline Expect a Special Christmas Delivery Lk. 1:67-80 God’s gift of Jesus the Messiah both delivers us from sin’s effects and delivers to us abundant life. Christmas brings… ◊ the delivery from uncertainty into INSIGHT, like Zechariah experienced (v. 67) ◊ the delivery from slavery...

  12. Mary the Magnifier (Lk. 1:46-55)

    Mary the Magnifier Lk. 1:46-55 God is… ◊ magnified through Mary’s praise of Him (vv. 46-47) ▪ Mary the humble worshipper (v. 46a) ▪ The Mighty Lord, worthy of worship and praise (v. 46b) ▪ Mary the humble sinner (v. 47a) ▪ God, the Mighty Savior (v. 47b) ◊ magnified through Mary’s blessings from...

  13. Be the Blessed Remnant (Jer. 42:1-43:7)

    Be the Blessed Remnant! Jer. 42:1-43:7 Outline As the true remnant—unlike Judah’s deceptive refugees—we must sincerely… ◊ respect the blessing of spiritual leaders (vv. 1-2a, 4; 43:6b) ◊ seek the blessings of God’s will (vv. 2b-9, 20), which… ▪ humbly asks for prayer (vv. 2b-3) ▪ courageously...

  14. The Joy Connection!

    Bible Talk Outline The Joy Connection! John 15:9-17 ◊ STAY in the Father's and Son’s love (vv. 9-11) ◊ OBEY the Father's and Son’s commands (vv. 12, 17) ◊ LAY down our life (vv. 13-15) ◊ PRAY for the Father's will (v. 16) Dr. Jim R. Coleman

  15. Obey Anyway (Gen. 37:1-17)

    Bible Talk Outline Obey Anyway Gen. 37:1-17 Obedience means that… ◊ with a broken past, you’re willing to grasp the future anyway (v. 1) ◊ when others practice deception, you’re committed to truth-telling anyway (v. 2) ◊ when others are jealous and hateful, you value relationships anyway (vv.…

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  16. What Is A Christian? (Col. 2:6-7)

    Bible Talk Outline What is a Christian? Col. 2:6-7 A Christian has… ◊ received Christ as Lord through the Good News taught by the apostles—an instructed faith requiring spiritual humility (v. 6a, see Heb. 1:2-3 and 3:6) ◊ a relationship with Christ, a disciple daily shaped into Christ’s image (v....

  17. Making Spaces for God (Ez. 3:22-27)

    Bible Talk Outline Making Spaces for God Ez. 3:22-27 ◊ A listening space to hear God’s instruction “…I will speak to you there” (vv. 22-23a) ◊ An expectant space to encounter God’s presence ◦ encountering God’s glory: “…I saw the glory of the Lord…” (v. 23b) ◦ responding in worship: “…I fell face...

  18. The (Real) Health and Wealth Gospel (Rev. 3:17-19)

    The (Real) Health and Wealth Gospel Rev. 3:17-19 Bible Talk Outline A. Jesus harshly exposes spiritual poverty (v. 17) The Christians in Laodicea are, and all believers, can become: 1. spiritually poor (v. 17a) 2. spiritually blind (v. 17b) 3. spiritually naked (v. 17c) B. Jesus graciously…

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  19. Be Different than Indifferent! (Rev. 3:14-16)

    Be Different than Indifferent! Rev. 3:14-16 Bible Talk Outline A. Jesus faithfully proclaims ultimate spiritual truth 1. He is a faithful witness/proclaimer (v. 14a, Rev. 22:6), unlike those unfaithfully indifferent 2. He is a Truth-telling witness/proclaimer (v. 14b), unlike the half-changed...

  20. The Greatest Father (Eph. 1:3-14)

    The Greatest Father Eph. 1:3-14 Bible Talk Outline God is the most… · generous Father—lavishing us with spiritual blessings (v.3) · decisive Father—devising for us the plan of salvation (vv. 4-5a) · pleased Father—delighting in joy and satisfaction (v. 5b) · empowering Father—supplying us with…

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  21. Mighty Math: 3 + 30 = 1 (1 Chron. 11: 10-47)

    Bible Talk Outline ◊ “The Three” (vv. 10-19) ◦ Jashobeam – mighty with 1 choice weapon ◦ Eleazar and David – mighty with 1 determined partnership ◦ The Three – mighty with 1 bold loyalty ◊ “The Thirty” (vv. 20-47) ◦ Abishai – mighty with 1 impeccable reputation (vv. 20-21) ◦ Benaih – mighty with…

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  22. The Downfall of Greed (2 Ki. 5:20-27)

    Bible Talk Outline The Downfall of Greed 2 Kings 5:20-27 Gehazi’s dishonesty reveals the steps greed commonly takes toward getting what it wants, and how it ultimately fails. 1. Greed begins selfishly and secretly, in the heart (v. 20a) 2. Greed lays selfish and secret plans (v. 20b, 24) 3. Greed...

  23. A Must-Have Talk about Must-Have Hope (Lk. 18: 31-34)

    Bible Talk Outline A Must-Have Talk About Must-Have Hope Lk. 18:31-34 • Hope requires crucial conversations (v. 31a) • Hope faces difficult realities—together (v. 31b-33a) ◦ Hope faces difficulty together (v. 31b, “we’re”) ◦ Hope faces God’s will together (v. 31c, “predictions”) ◦ Hope faces...

  24. Dressing Jesus-Style

    Bible Talk Outline Dressing Jesus' Style Col. 3:12c-14 A Christian has “stripped off” (v. 9) the “clothing” of Col. 3:8-9, and “put on” Christ’s divine nature. So, the Church “dresses” Jesus-Style by living out… ▪ “tender-hearted mercy” of compassion toward others (v. 12c) ▪ “kindness” in...

  25. Mother Eve's Wisdom About Life (Gen. 4:1-2, 25-26)

    Bible Talk Outline Mother Eve's Wisdom About Life Gen. 4:1-2, 25-26 • Mother Eve was humbly amazed that LIFE IS A GIFT “Cain” means spear, acquirer/acquired, gotten, produced (v. 1) God gifted Eve by allowing her to co-produce another human. • Mother Eve was deeply saddened that LIFE IS BRIEF...

  26. Easter Leaves You Breathless (Mk. 16:1-8)

    Easter Leaves You Breathless! Mark 16:1-8 Bible Talk Outline ◊ Breathless with duty – Going to the market quickly (v. 1) ◊ Breathless with anxiety – Going to the tomb early (vv. 2-3) ◊ Breathless with grief – Going into the tomb calmly (vv. 4-5a) ◊ Breathless with surprise – Going into the burial...

  27. World Peace Day (Micah 4: 1-8)

    Bible Talk outline World Peace Day (Micah 4: 1-8) ◊ A Time of Waiting (v. 1a) ◊ The Temple of Worship (v. 1b) ◊ The Teaching of the Word (v. 2) ◊ A Peace from the Messiah’s Will (vv. 3-8) 1. The Messiah brings peace among the nations (vv. 3a) 2. God’s promised peace comes true (vv. 3b-4) 3....

  28. Lessons Learned (Is. 42: 18-25)

    Lessons Learned Isaiah 42:18-25 A. Isaiah pleads for ancient Israel to learn the lesson that… 1. closing off your spiritual relationship with the LORD (vv.18-20), and… 2. giving up your special calling from the LORD (v. 21), means… 3. losing the protection of the LORD (v. 22) B. This serves as a...

  29. What a Triumphant Entry! (Lk. 19: 28-40)

    Bible Talk Outline ◊ Jesus’ unswerving mission is triumphant! (v. 28) ◊ Jesus’ careful preparation is triumphant! (vv. 29-31) ◊ The disciples’ attentive obedience is triumphant! (vv. 32-34) ◊ Jesus’ earthly ministry is triumphant! (vv. 35-37) ◊ The Psalms’ Messianic prophecies are triumphant! (v....

  30. A Faith Worth Defending (Jude vv. 1-4)

    A Faith Worth Defending Jude vv. 1-4 Bible Talk outline 1. Jude’s servant-faith (v. 1a) 2. A faith worth defending • a faith we are “called” to (v. 1b) • a faith we are “loved” in (v. 1c) • a faith we are “kept safe” in (v. 1d) 3. An expanding faith, increasingly worth defending • more and more...

  31. A Transformed Witness (Lk 19: 1-10)

    Bible Talk Outline A Transformed Witness Luke 19: 1-10 ◊ Jesus’ itinerant witness (v. 1) ◊ Zacchaeus’ traitor witness (v. 2) ◊ Zacchaeus’ eyewitness (vv. 3-6) ◊ The crowd’s judgmental witness (v. 7) ◊ Zacchaeus’ repentant witness (v. 8) ◊ Zacchaeus’ conversion witness (vv. 9-10) Dr, Jim R. Coleman

  32. What Sank the Titanic? (2 Chron. 26:1-23)

    What Sank the Titanic? 2 Chron. 26:1-23 ◊ The pride of self-credit—We “sink” by not recognizing God’s Providence (vv. 1-15) ◊ The pride of self-rule—We sink by not respecting God’s authority (vv. 16-18) ◊ The pride of self-isolation—We sink by not responding to godly accountability (v. 17-18,...

  33. Jesus' Up-Close Inspection (Mk. 11:11-18)

    Jesus’ Up-Close Inspection Mk. 11: 11-18 Bible Talk outline ◊ Jesus sees the Temple practices up-close (v. 11) ◊ Jesus sees the tree’s potential from a distance (vv. 12-13a) ◊ Jesus sees the tree’s barrenness up-close (vv. 13b) ◊ Jesus sees the Temple’s impressiveness from a distance (vv. 14, 15a...

  34. Look...but Listen! (Mt. 17:1-13)

    Bible Talk outline Look…but Listen! Mt. 17: 1-13 ◊ Look up the mountain, but listen for God (v. 1, and see Ex. 19:1-5) ◊ Look at the glory (v. 2), but listen to the Law and prophets (v.3) ◊ Look at the experience (v. 4), but listen to Jesus (v. 5) ◊ Look with awed fear (v. 6), but listen for...

  35. Fed by Faith (2 Ki. 4:42-44)

    Bible Talk Outline Fed by Faith (2 Ki. 4;452-44) ◊ The blessing of a faithful gift (v. 42a) We can have faith that God will bless us through others. ◊ The blessing of faith-filled expectation (vv. 42b-43) We can have faith that God will act for us with power. ◊ The blessing of God’s faithful...

  36. My God is Greater! (Ps. 86: 8-13)

    Bible Talk Outline My God is Greater! Ps. 86:8-13 • The true God’s greatness in the world is… ◦ a proven past greatness (v.8) ◦ a promised future greatness (v. 9) ◦ a portrait of eternal greatness (v. 10) • The true God’s greatness in my life… ◦ wisely shapes my lifestyle (v.11a) ◦ rightly…

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  37. Getting Dressed for Church (Col. 3: 10-12c)

    Bible Talk Outline Getting Dressed for Church Col. 3: 10-12 A Christian has “stripped off” (v. 9) the “clothing” of Col. 3:8-9, and “put on,” or become like “Christ...who lives in all” believers (vv. 10a, 11e). So every believer can be dressed divinely, in a new… 1. divine “nature” like God’s and...

  38. What Christians Shouldn't Wear (Col. 3: 8-9)

    Bible Talk Outline What Christians Shouldn't Wear Col. 3: 8-9 A Christian must lay aside or “get rid of” (v. 8) the “clothing” of… ▪ “anger” for revenge (v. 8b) ▪ “rage”—a quick temper (v. 8c) ▪ “malicious behavior”—an attitude to do harm (v. 8d) ▪ “slander”—ruining another’s reputation (v. 8e) ▪...

  39. Decisions Become Destinies (Gen. 25:19-34)

    Decisions Become Destinies Gen. 25:19-34 Bible Talk outline A. Two people become one: The decision of marriage (vv. 19-20) B. Two prayers lifted: the decision to ask God 1. Isaac’s pleading prayer (v. 21) 2. Rebekah’s troubled prayer (v. 22) C. Two nation’s predicted: God’s decision to reveal the...

  40. Your Response to God's Revelation (Mt. 2:1-12)

    Your Response to God’s Revelation Matthew 2:1-12 (NLT) Bible Talk outline ◊ The response of seeking (vv. 1-2) and questions (v. 3) ◊ The response of searching scripture (vv. 4-6) ◦ Searching insincerely (v. 4) ◦ Searching sincerely (vv. 5-6) ◊ The response of rejecting (vv. 7-8) ◊ The response of...

  41. Obeying God's Directions (Mt. 2:13-23)

    Obeying God’s Directions Matthew 2:13-23 (NLT) In several ways, Joseph obeys God’s directions and experiences the rewards of that obedience: • Obedience through listening, then acting (vv. 13-14) • Obedience through waiting (v. 15) • Obedience results in reward (vv. 16-18) • Obedience moves to…

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  42. Expecting the Unexpected (Mt. 1:18-25)

    Bible Talk outline Expecting the Unexpected Mt. 1:18-25 • an unexpected act of God can transform your future (v. 18b) • an unexpected choice of mercy may soften your heart (v. 19) • an unexpected word of peace will give you confidence (v. 20) • an unexpected Savior will reveal your sin (v. 21) •…

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  43. God's Incredible Promises Come True (Mt. 1:1-17)

    God’s Incredible Promises Come True Mt. 1:1-17 Bible Talk Outline ◊ Look closely at the people of God’s incredible promises. Through their lives, the timeline of God’s coming Messiah progresses. ● A promised family comes true (vv. 1-5) ● A promised kingdom comes true (vv. 6-10) ● A promised...

  44. The Shepherd Who Knows (Mk. 14:26-31)

    The Shepherd Who Knows Mk. 14: 26-31 Bible Talk outline Jesus is… ◊ the Guiding Shepherd Who knows of our confusion (v. 26-27) ◊ the Resurrected Shepherd Who knows we need hope (v. 28a) ◊ the Restoring Shepherd Who knows our mission (v. 28b) ◊ the Wise Shepherd Who knows our testings (vv. 29-30)…

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  45. The Two Sides of Service (Mk. 10: 35-45)

    Bible Talk Outline The Two Sides of Service Mk. 10:35-45 ◊ Honor Side - Kingdom servants don’t ask to be served with honor (vv. 35-37) ◊ Sacrifice Side - Kingdom servants are honored through suffering (vv. 38-39) ◊ Honor Side - Kingdom servants are honored by the wise Father (v. 40) ◊ Honor Side…

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  46. Becoming Offerers (Ex. 35:4-36:7)

    Becoming Offerers Ex. 35:4-36:7 ◊ A generous God—each one’s offering made possible through a special Providence (35: 4-5a, 31) ▪ God provides resources (implied) ▪ God inspires gifted skills (v. 31) ▪ God instructs and shapes us into generous givers (vv. 4-5a) ◊ Generous hearts—each one’s…

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  47. The Beauty of Holiness (Ps. 96: 1-13)

    ● Praise the LORD’s beautiful actions (vv. 1-3) ▪ relevant actions—“new” (v. 1a) ▪ universal actions—“whole earth” (v. 1b) ▪ rescuing actions—“salvation” (v. 2) ▪ publicized actions—“publish” (v. 3) ● Praise the LORD’s beautiful Person and presence (vv. 4-6) ▪ a beautiful…

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  48. What Should be Heard About a Church (Phil. 1: 27-30)

    Bible Talk Outline What Should Be Heard About a Church Phil. 1:27-30 Paul hopes to hear (v. 27b) that the Philippian believers are… • unified as citizens of God’s Kingdom (v. 27a) • unified by “standing firm in the Spirit” (v. 27c) • unified in “one mind” (v. 27d) • unified in the contest “for…

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  49. Up the Ladder of Faith's Priorities

    Bible Talk outline Up the Ladder of Faith’s Priorities Mk. 12:28-34 The Priority of God’s Word (v. 28, 1 Jn 2:3, 4b) The Priority of God (v. 29, 1 Jn 2:4a) The Priority of loving God (v. 30, 1 Jn. 2:5-6) The Priority of loving people (v. 31, 1 Jn. 2:7-8a), even over religion (v. 32-33, 1 Jn....

  50. Keep Clinging (Jer. 13:1-14)

    Bible Talk outline Keep Clinging Jer. 13:1-14 A. Clinging to God is demonstrated by obedience, unlike ancient Israel (vv. 1-2) B. Clinging to God continues by nurturing, not neglecting (v. 1b) C. Clinging to God is impactful when displayed, not hidden (vv. 3-5) D. Clinging to God is preserved…

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Bible Talk Outline

How Promises Overcome Lies

Ps. 56:1-13

Background: 1 Sa. 21:10-15

The Promise of Faith

◊ Wounded by constant lies (vv. 1-2)

◊ Faith chosen over fear (vv. 3-4a)

◊ Faith in the promise of God’s power (v. 4b)

The Promise of Comfort

◊ Wounded by plotting lies (vv. 5-6)

◊ Comfort in the promise of justice (v. 7)

◊ Comfort in sorrow (v. 8)

The Promise of Confidence

◊ Confidence in escape (v. 9)

◊ Confident praise for promises (v. 10)

◊ Confidence over fear (v. 11)

◊ Confidence for living (vv. 12-13)

Dr. Jim R. Coleman

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Bible Talk Outline How Promises Overcome Lies Ps. 56:1-13 Background: 1 Sa. 21:10-15 The Promise of Faith ◊ Wounded by constant lies (vv. 1-2) ◊ Faith chosen over fear (vv. 3-4a) ◊ Faith in the promise of God’s power (v. 4b) The Promise of Comfort ◊ Wounded by plotting lies (vv. 5-6) ◊ Comfort in...

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