Reconciliation
Main Idea: The word “reconciliation” in the Biblical context means “bringing God and man together.” Verse: “Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation” (2 Corinthians 5:18 NKJV). Illustration: The preacher invites two people up on the platform. One represents “God the Father” […]
Who Are You Listening To?
Main Idea: The voice you are closest to is the voice that will be loudest in your ears. If you are close to the devil, you will hear devil words. If you are close to God, you will hear God’s word for your life. Characters: Jesus The Devil A normal person Illustration: Invite three people […]
The Weight of Sin
Main Idea: Jesus removes the weight of sin from our lives. Verse: “Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the […]
The Great Exchange
Main Idea: God takes bad things away from us and replaces the bad things with good gifts. Characters: 1. A homeless man 2. Jesus Props: 1. Five pillows that have the following words written in large letters with black ink: Sadness, Fear, Worry, Sickness, and Sin. 3. Five gift-wrapped packages that say: Joy, Faith, Hope, […]
The Monkey Trap
Main Idea: Sin is a trap. Only Jesus can set us free from the trap of sin. Props: A Monkey Trap. You will need an envelope box with a hole cut in the top. The hole is big enough for someone to put their hand in, but once they grab the bait, it is small […]