Sermon Notes: 2-28-2010 By Flynn Ayers
Matthew 7:21-23
Knowing that Jesus Knows Us
I. Introduction
A. γινώσκω I know: to be aware, to recognize, to be familiar with, to understand, to have sexual relations.
B. The great rivalry.
II. Sermon on the Mount
A. The greater Moses
B. Two paths, Two trees, Two houses, Two types of people
C. Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim: Deuteronomy 27
III. Three sayings
A. First Saying: verse 21
1. Lord, Lord: Isaiah 29:13
2. Repent for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand Matthew 4:17
3. Wheat and Tares, Leaven, and the Sower: Matthew 13:19-23; 37-43
B. Second saying: verse 22
1. In that Day: Joel 2:28-32; Acts 2:16-21
2. What is the will of God? John 6:40
3. You must be born again; John 3; Ephesians 5:17
C. Third saying: verse 23
1. I never knew you!
2. 10 virgins; Matthew 25:1-10
IV. Application: How do I know Jesus knows me?
A. The electric fence perspective
B. Life and spirit: John 14:10-17
C. The people whom Jesus knows
1. Obey His commands
2. Cry Abba Father: Romans 8:13-16
3. Work out their salvation with fear and trembling
a. no Quarterback theology |
