MHS CLASS OF 1974 CLASSMATES...
scroll down to view and download a copy of the Memories Book. Hello! I continue to add new lessons each month. Please choose the section of Scripture you want to study and then view the various sermons. Most of what I am currently posting are lessons preached very early in my career. If you are looking for a sermon ideas, I have more for you to choose from. Sermons are now listed by Bible section, and then by Bible book. If there is more than one sermon from a particular chapter then the lessons are in scripture verse order. My prayer is that this will make it easier to find. My newest collection of lessons is entitled Funeral Homilies. Funerals can be very difficult to preach because of the emotional side of things, but also we often find ourselves without words for the occasion. I have listed some 35+ funeral homilies. These are different outlines that are suitable for preaching a funeral. The eulogy portion will always have to taken care of by those who know the deceased. But anyone can preach the funeral sermon (homily). These outlines will help! As always, several of these outlines have been borrowed from other preachers, my thanks to them. If you know the original author let me know! I have a new book in print! It is called, "The Simple Church." This book is great for new Christians to get a better understanding of the Bible basics. Topics covered include the Bible itself, the life of Jesus, the plan of salvation, the organization of the church, the worship of the church, and much more. In our complicated world, it is good to know that Christianity can be quite simple. Jesus Christ has set up His church exactly the way He wants and the good news is that it is not difficult to understand or practice. In The Simple Church, the New Testament is the rule of faith and from it everyone who desires to be faithful to God can know what to be and do. Each chapter of this volume deals with a different facet of church work and worship. This book will help the reader understand that simple, pure, New Testament Christianity is not complicated, and is what God truly desires. You can order the eBook or paperback on Amazon. Look below to find handout/study guide sheets for each chapter in the book. My other volumes include "The 3 Worlds of Eternity," "Victory Assured!," and "The Persuasive Pulpit." How to order, and brief book descriptions are given below. As always, email me if you find the links don't work or bring up the wrong file. Disclaimer I readily admit that many of my lessons I have borrowed from other preachers. If you find something without the proper credit, email me and I will make the correction. Thanks! -gls |
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Books!
A book about Life, Life after Death, and Eternal Life.
So many questions and theories abound about what happens to the soul after physical death. Where does the soul go? Is there such a thing as Purgatory? What is Hades? Is Hell real? Is the book of Revelation about the end of the world? This volume deals with these and other relevant topics.
Presented in a 13-lesson format with ample study and discussion questions, this material is perfect for private or public study. Your questions concerning Hades, the resurrection, the judgment, and eternity will be answered from the Bible. May you be encourage to prepare for the two future worlds of eternity, by living faithfully in this one!
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So many questions and theories abound about what happens to the soul after physical death. Where does the soul go? Is there such a thing as Purgatory? What is Hades? Is Hell real? Is the book of Revelation about the end of the world? This volume deals with these and other relevant topics.
Presented in a 13-lesson format with ample study and discussion questions, this material is perfect for private or public study. Your questions concerning Hades, the resurrection, the judgment, and eternity will be answered from the Bible. May you be encourage to prepare for the two future worlds of eternity, by living faithfully in this one!
Order E-book or Paperback Here
The book of Revelation is often found to be so confusing and difficult to understand that many people ignore it. Yet, as part of God's word, the Revelation, is to be read, understood, and heeded (Rev. 1:3)! In this book, I cut through the often over used and abused details and help the reader understand the main symbols, thoughts, and message of Revelation.
This study is a thematic approach that focuses on the message of John to the seven churches of Asia of the first century. Overcoming hardship, apathy, idolatry, materialism, false religion, persecutions, and Satan is the real message of Revelation. When understood in this light, the book becomes the thrilling study it should be. The church is seen as the victorious people of God because they follow Christ. Revelation says that in Christ, victory is assured!
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This study is a thematic approach that focuses on the message of John to the seven churches of Asia of the first century. Overcoming hardship, apathy, idolatry, materialism, false religion, persecutions, and Satan is the real message of Revelation. When understood in this light, the book becomes the thrilling study it should be. The church is seen as the victorious people of God because they follow Christ. Revelation says that in Christ, victory is assured!
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Gospel preaching, by its very nature, is persuasive. The message needs to be preached in such a way to entice listeners to the story of the gospel and their need to respond to it.
This volume effectively looks at the art of preaching and persuasion to enhance each sermon. The principles found in this book will help preachers effectively use persuasive techniques from the pulpit.
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This volume effectively looks at the art of preaching and persuasion to enhance each sermon. The principles found in this book will help preachers effectively use persuasive techniques from the pulpit.
Order E-book or Paperback here.
In our complicated world, it is good to know that Christianity cam be quite simple. Jesus Christ has set up His church exactly the way He wants and the good news is that it is not difficult to understand or practice.
In The Simple Church, the New Testament is the rule of faith and from it everyone who desires to be faithful to God can know what to be and do. Each chapter of this volume deals with the different facet of church work and worship. This book will help the reader understand that simple, pure, New Testament Christianity is not complicated, and is what God truly desires.
To order the eBook or paperback click here.
In The Simple Church, the New Testament is the rule of faith and from it everyone who desires to be faithful to God can know what to be and do. Each chapter of this volume deals with the different facet of church work and worship. This book will help the reader understand that simple, pure, New Testament Christianity is not complicated, and is what God truly desires.
To order the eBook or paperback click here.
Monticello High School Class of 1974 Golden Anniversary Memories Book.
Compiled by Roger Wisegarver and Greg Swango.
Please click here to view & download your PDF copy!
New Class Outlines
Bumps, Bruises, and Blessings
This series of 12 lessons are to help those who are discouraged. Bumps and bruises do come in life, but it is possible to turn them into blessings. May the reader find encouragement in these sermons. My thanks to the late Warren W. Wiersbe for the material.
Funeral Homilies
A new section of special sermon outlines that can be used at funerals.
The Simple Church
Click on the link above to find handouts, study guides, and quizzes based on each chapter of the book.
The Fruit of the Spirit
On the page with the sermons from Galatians and Ephesians you will find a nine part series on the Fruit of the Spirit. Each attribute is seen in light of scripture with practical advice on how to obtain more of each quality.
This series of 12 lessons are to help those who are discouraged. Bumps and bruises do come in life, but it is possible to turn them into blessings. May the reader find encouragement in these sermons. My thanks to the late Warren W. Wiersbe for the material.
Funeral Homilies
A new section of special sermon outlines that can be used at funerals.
The Simple Church
Click on the link above to find handouts, study guides, and quizzes based on each chapter of the book.
The Fruit of the Spirit
On the page with the sermons from Galatians and Ephesians you will find a nine part series on the Fruit of the Spirit. Each attribute is seen in light of scripture with practical advice on how to obtain more of each quality.
Sermon Series and Bible Class Lessons
A brief look at the various sermons and lessons on this website:
Sermons Listed in Biblical Order
Many of the sermons and lessons on this website are arranged by Bible section, and then by Bible book. If there is more than one sermon from a particular chapter then the lessons are in scripture verse order. Please click on the Sermons link above for the drop down list to hundreds of sermons.
Back to Basics Lessons
A study for new Christians, and a great review for older ones. Topics include scripture memory verses; understanding the difference between the Old and New Testaments; the arrived of the church; how to become a Christian; the work of the church; the worship of the church; organization of the church; some common false doctrines; and the second coming of Christ.
The Greatest Chapters in the Bible
I have chosen 20 chapters from the Bible that I believe are very important to understanding the great themes of the Scriptures. All 66 books are inspired of God and the twenty I selected are of my own doing. I hope you find some good Bible class material in these lessons.
Hermeneutics
A study on how to rightly divide the word of God. Semantic and genre based; this study will improve your interpretation skills.
Jews Under Persia Series
Andrew has expanded the materials in this section.
The Old Testament Minor Prophets
A series of 12 lessons with PowerPoint. Each prophet is briefly discussed with the topical headings of who the prophet was, the essence of his message, practical points for Christian living, and some discussion questions.
The Parables
A review of most of the parables of Jesus. My thanks to Warren W. Weirsbe and James Burton Coffman for the material used in these lessons.
The Plan of Salvation
Six lessons. One sermon each on faith, repentance, confession, and living faithfully. Two lessons on baptism showing the necessity of it, and answering some of the misconceptions about it.
Positive Spiritual Attitude
While preaching in Sentinel, Oklahoma, I wrote a series of articles for The Sentinel Leader. This series is a positive look at practical ways to live the Christian faith. My prayer is that they will serve as a little inspiration to remain faithful midst life's problems.
The Psalms
I have grouped the Psalms into 13 categories (suitable for a 13-week Bible class based on subject). I have also listed the Psalms numerically for instant access to an outline on a particular psalm.
Sagacity and Scripture
This is a series of short articles designed to get people to think (or re-think) their relationship with God. You are welcome to copy this articles for your website, or weekly newsletter.
Spiritual Warfare
Our battle is spiritual, not physical. We need equipment from God to be able to win the fight. This class first looks at the various kinds of temptation and then goes to Ephesians, chapter 6. There the armor of the soldier of God is seen in both offensive and defensive weapons.
The Ten(der) Commandments
My thanks to Ron Mehl and his book, "The Ten(der) Commandments," for the materials used I this series of Lessons. Mehl's outlines take the Decalogue and put them in their proper NT perspective. This makes a great class to study both the Old and New Testaments at the same time.
Victory Assured!
This series of lessons, with handouts (with answers) and PowerPoint that is based on my book, Victory Assured! This is a thematic study of the book of Revelation that focuses on the "big picture" rather than all of the details that can be difficult to interpret. This 13 lesson study is perfect for preachers and Bible class teachers on a quarterly system.
Sermon Outlines from Roy H. Enoch
In honor of a fine friend and Christian brother, I will be posting some sermon outlines from the late Roy H. Enoch. Roy was an excellent student of God's word, solid in interpretation, and logical in approach. I hope you will spiritually profit from my sharing of these outlines.
Sermons Listed in Biblical Order
Many of the sermons and lessons on this website are arranged by Bible section, and then by Bible book. If there is more than one sermon from a particular chapter then the lessons are in scripture verse order. Please click on the Sermons link above for the drop down list to hundreds of sermons.
Back to Basics Lessons
A study for new Christians, and a great review for older ones. Topics include scripture memory verses; understanding the difference between the Old and New Testaments; the arrived of the church; how to become a Christian; the work of the church; the worship of the church; organization of the church; some common false doctrines; and the second coming of Christ.
The Greatest Chapters in the Bible
I have chosen 20 chapters from the Bible that I believe are very important to understanding the great themes of the Scriptures. All 66 books are inspired of God and the twenty I selected are of my own doing. I hope you find some good Bible class material in these lessons.
Hermeneutics
A study on how to rightly divide the word of God. Semantic and genre based; this study will improve your interpretation skills.
Jews Under Persia Series
Andrew has expanded the materials in this section.
The Old Testament Minor Prophets
A series of 12 lessons with PowerPoint. Each prophet is briefly discussed with the topical headings of who the prophet was, the essence of his message, practical points for Christian living, and some discussion questions.
The Parables
A review of most of the parables of Jesus. My thanks to Warren W. Weirsbe and James Burton Coffman for the material used in these lessons.
The Plan of Salvation
Six lessons. One sermon each on faith, repentance, confession, and living faithfully. Two lessons on baptism showing the necessity of it, and answering some of the misconceptions about it.
Positive Spiritual Attitude
While preaching in Sentinel, Oklahoma, I wrote a series of articles for The Sentinel Leader. This series is a positive look at practical ways to live the Christian faith. My prayer is that they will serve as a little inspiration to remain faithful midst life's problems.
The Psalms
I have grouped the Psalms into 13 categories (suitable for a 13-week Bible class based on subject). I have also listed the Psalms numerically for instant access to an outline on a particular psalm.
Sagacity and Scripture
This is a series of short articles designed to get people to think (or re-think) their relationship with God. You are welcome to copy this articles for your website, or weekly newsletter.
Spiritual Warfare
Our battle is spiritual, not physical. We need equipment from God to be able to win the fight. This class first looks at the various kinds of temptation and then goes to Ephesians, chapter 6. There the armor of the soldier of God is seen in both offensive and defensive weapons.
The Ten(der) Commandments
My thanks to Ron Mehl and his book, "The Ten(der) Commandments," for the materials used I this series of Lessons. Mehl's outlines take the Decalogue and put them in their proper NT perspective. This makes a great class to study both the Old and New Testaments at the same time.
Victory Assured!
This series of lessons, with handouts (with answers) and PowerPoint that is based on my book, Victory Assured! This is a thematic study of the book of Revelation that focuses on the "big picture" rather than all of the details that can be difficult to interpret. This 13 lesson study is perfect for preachers and Bible class teachers on a quarterly system.
Sermon Outlines from Roy H. Enoch
In honor of a fine friend and Christian brother, I will be posting some sermon outlines from the late Roy H. Enoch. Roy was an excellent student of God's word, solid in interpretation, and logical in approach. I hope you will spiritually profit from my sharing of these outlines.
Lessons from Andrew and Alexander Swango
Andrew's Resources
Andrew has done extensive work in the anti-Nicean period. Please click on the link above to see some of those works and other sermon outlines.
Alex's Resources
Alexander, has several bulletin articles and sermons outlines for your use. Click on the link above to see them.
Andrew has done extensive work in the anti-Nicean period. Please click on the link above to see some of those works and other sermon outlines.
Alex's Resources
Alexander, has several bulletin articles and sermons outlines for your use. Click on the link above to see them.