It is my objective to look into our text and observe the opportunity to begin again. That is, we all transgress against God, and it is necessary to "make things right." We need His forgiveness. So, we must turn to Him and seek His pardon.
My objective is to look into our text and be reminded, not only of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, but also of the fact it was up-front and personal.
It is my objective to speak to you about honoring God. Dr. Gray Allison used to say, "Remember who you are and whose you are." If you would do that, you would be found to honor God.
There are times when average will not do. Instead, all effort and diligence must be applied. Sufficient preparation must be made. Never is this more true than when you stand before your Maker! It is my objective to look into our text and remind you to prepare to meet your God.
If you are like me, after doing something for a length of time, it becomes automatic. In a sense, we become hardened to it. We can do so much without thinking! I fear this is also true regarding salvation. I mean, do you remember what it was like to be lost? I ask you this question, "Have You Forgotten?"
Good foundations are important. If you have the wrong spiritual foundation, your spiritual house will be faulty and will not stand in the judgment. It is then, my objective, to consider the right foundation.
It is my objective to address God's purpose for His people and our responsibility to be active in living a life which is consistent with our profession. Our text speaks of God's involvement; other passages deal with our obligation.
When a flag-bearer falls in battle, another takes his place. It is necessary for reinforcements to continue the battle. There must be a "passing of the baton." Another generation must be raised up to maintain the fight. When the fathers are gone, the children must stand in their place. In our spiritual warfare, who will take our place?
We realize that many tasks may be accomplished in a variety of ways. Some people think the same about religion. That is, God and Heaven are some type of destination and there are many ways to reach them. Biblically, there is only one road to God and Heaven. It is my objective to prove this today.
We need reminders. We need a burden for the lost. We would do well to look about, discern the spiritual blight which surrounds us, and be moved to act. It is my objective to remind you and me of the plight of the lost.