Christian Freedom: For the Glory of God

Christian Freedom: For the Glory of God

1Corinthians 10                     April 18, 2003

Scripture Reading:

Introduction:

Big Question:

How can I use my freedom in Christ to bring glory to God?

I am free not to follow the way of the crowd.

I am free to actually learn from prior example.

I am free to pursue victory over sin.

I am free to give thanks for victory through the sacrifice of Christ.

I am free to give undivided allegiance to Christ.

I am free to promote freedom for others.

I am free to follow the example of Christ.

I.       Cycle One

          A.      Narrative (vv. 1-5)

          B.      Implication

I am free not to follow the way of the crowd.

          C.      Illustration

          D.      Application

II.      Cycle Two

          A.      Narrative (vv. 6-10)

          B.      Implication

I am free to actually learn from prior example.

          C.      Illustration

          D.      Application

III.    Cycle Three

          A.      Narrative (vv. 11-13)

          B.      Implication

I am free to pursue victory over sin.

          C.      Illustration

          D.      Application

IV.    Cycle Four

          A.      Narrative (vv. 14-17)

          B.      Implication

I am free to give thanks for victory through the sacrifice of Christ.

          C.      Illustration

          D.      Application

V.      Cycle Five

          A.      Narrative (vv. 18-22)

          B.      Implication

I am free to give undivided allegiance to Christ.

          C.      Illustration

          D.      Application

VI.    Cycle Six

          A.      Narrative (vv. 23-33)

          B.      Implication

I am free to promote freedom for others.

          C.      Illustration

          D.      Application

VII.   Cycle Seven

          A.      Narrative (vv. 11:1)

          B.      Implication

I am free to follow the example of Christ.

          C.      Illustration

          D.      Application

Conclusion:

Big Answer:

How can I use my freedom in Christ to bring glory to God?

I am free not to follow the way of the crowd.

I am free to actually learn from prior example.

I am free to pursue victory over sin.

I am free to give thanks for victory through the sacrifice of Christ.

I am free to give undivided allegiance to Christ.

I am free to promote freedom for others.

I am free to follow the example of Christ.

Timeless Truth:

God’s glory is the exercise of Christian freedom at its finest.