Making Waves | The Ripple Effect

  1. Introduction 
    1. New series starts today.
    2. We are called to be divine_________________________.

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    3. The Great Commission: Matthew 28:19–20
    4. Evangelism: A_________________________ to share the good news.

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  2. Sharing the Good News releases the power of God.
    1. Romans 1:16, Colossians 1:13
    2. 2 Corinthians 5:17
  3. A look at our text.
    1. The context: Understanding where Paul had been.
    2. He was deeply_________________________ to see idols everywhere in the city.

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      1. He knew the people had_________________________ the first two commandments.

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      2. He understood the reality of_________________________.

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        1. Jesus believed that_________________________ is real.

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          is used 65 times in the Old Testament; 31 times it is translated “hell”.
          1. It has many meanings:  the state of _________________________, the grave, and a place of

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            as in Deuteronomy 32:22

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        3. In Matthew 16:18 and in Luke 16:23 Jesus tells the parable of the rich man and

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          the beggar.
        4. Throughout the_________________________ Jesus uses the second word, Gahenna for the word hell.

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        5. In the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5-7 mentions Gahenna.
          1. Matthew 5:22, Matthew 5:29-30, Mark 9:43-48, Matthew 7:19, Matthew 7:21-23
      3. He knew he had to give an ____________________ to God for what he did. 2 Corinthians 5:10

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      4. God’s ______________ compelled him to do something.

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    3. He ______________________ in the synagogue and the marketplace.

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    4. He shared the gospel ______________.

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    5. He raised up _________________________.

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  4. What must we do?
    1. Begin in your own circle. Build a ______________ with people.

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    2. The power of your testimony.
    3. There is great power in ______________ specifically for individuals.

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    4. Be ______________ to share.

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    5. Teach others to share their faith. 2 Timothy 2:2
    6. The advantage of opportunities for people to ______________ the gospel.

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  5. Call to Action: The Ripple Challenge
    1. Invite someone to church.
    2. Share your testimony this week.

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