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Affections for the End Times

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  Olivet Discourse- 7   TITLE: Affections for the End Times TEXT: Matthew 25:31-46 TONE: Encouragement TARGET: Believers TASK: To encourage my hearers to have compassion toward others in light of Christ imminent return and the final judgement. TEACH: All the acts of compassion witnessed by our church in the past few weeks. TRUTH: Over the past two weeks we have dealt with the need to be vigilant concerning the Parousia of Jesus through our study on the ten virgins. Last week we looked at the parable of talents to which we learned the need for diligence concerning the Parousia of Jesus. This morning our texts does not deal primarily with the Parousia of Jesus, but specifically the final judgment. This final section deals with compassion. We are to be vigilant, diligent, and compassionate in our daily living.   Matthew 25:31-46 describes Jesus’ parable of the final judgment where humanity is separated into two groups: the sheep an...
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Accountability for the End Times

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    Olivet Discourse -6   TITLE: Accountability for the End Times TEXT: Matthew 25:14-30 TONE: Warning TARGET: Believers TASK: To warn believers of God’s righteous judgement against unfaithfulness. TEACH: Accountability is the acknowledgment and assumption of responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes. It involves being answerable to others and oneself, ensuring that one follows through on commitments and obligations. In work or community projects, accountability often includes setting clear goals, tracking progress, and being open about successes and setbacks. Despite its importance, many people resist accountability for several reasons:   Fear of Failure: Being accountable means openly confronting the possibility of falling short of expectations, which can be daunting. Fear of negative judgment or repercussions often makes people hesitant to take full responsibility.   Perfectionism: Those who strive for ...
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Actions For the End Times

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    Olivet Discourse- 5   TITLE: Actions For the End Times TEXT: Matthew 25:1-13 TONE : Encouragement TARGET: Believers TASK: To encourage my hearers to evaluate their preparedness (spiritually) for the Second Coming of Christ. TEACH: The TV reality show “End Time Preppers” is a show that features individuals and families who are preparing for various apocalyptic scenarios. They stockpile food, build shelters, and learn survival skills to ensure that they are their families will be ready for any potential disasters. Just as preppers are acutely aware of potential threats and urgent about preparing for them, Christians are called to be aware of the signs of the times and the imminent return of Christ. This awareness drives a sense of urgency in living out their faith. Preparing requires investment in time, resources and sometimes sacrifices from preppers to prioritize what is truly important. Christians are also called to invest in thei...
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