1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 - The Hope of the Rapture

A. Understanding the basics of the rapture
Definition Relationship to the tribulation Major timing views B. Why a pretribulational rapture?
The return to a focus on Israel The promise to keep the church out of the tribulation The differences compared to the second comingThe relationship to the Day of the Lord The promised rescue from coming wrath C. What will happen for believers at the rapture?
ResurrectionElevation Transformation Reunification Consummation Consolation D. How does the rapture change our lives today?
Confident anticipation Holy eagernessComforting encouragement

Ephesians 6:5-9 - Slaves and Masters 

A. God’s instructions for slaves (5-8)
Obey your masters (5)Serve for the Lord (6-7)Serve for heavenly reward (8)B. God’s instructions for masters (9)
Do the same things Give up threatening Remember your own Master

Luke 21:25-38

A. Recognize the signs of Jesus’ return (25-28)
The signs that people will see The way that Jesus will appear The redemption that Jesus will bring B. Understand the timing of Jesus’ return (29-33)
It is near when these things happen It will occur quickly and certainly C. Strengthen your hearts for Jesus’ return (34-36)
Be on guard against spiritual sluggishness Be on the alert for spiritual strengthD. Summary: Jesus’ teaching ministry (37-38)
His daily routine His dedicated audience

A. The sign of Jerusalem’s destruction (20-21)
B. The reasons for Jerusalem’s destruction (22-23)
1. The vengeance of God
2. The fulfillment of Scripture
C. The outcomes of Jerusalem’s destruction (24)
1. Death
2. Dispersion
3. Desecration
4. Domination

Luke 21:5-19

A. Jesus promises the temple’s destruction (5-7)
1. The disciples’ amazement at the temple
2. Jesus’ prophecy against the temple
3. The disciples’ questions about the temple
B. Jesus describes the time before the end (8-11)
1. Don’t be misled by deceitful messengers (8)
2. Don’t be terrified by human conflicts (9)
3. Don’t be surprised by earthly turmoil (10-11)
C. Jesus prepares his disciples to suffer (12-19)
1. Expect persecution (12)
2. Give testimony (13-15)
3. Expect opposition (16-17)
4. Remain steadfast (18-19)

A. The Discipline and Instruction of the Lord
B. Areas of Truth to Teach
1. Obedience and Honor (Ephesians 6:4)
2. The Word of God (Deuteronomy 6:7)
3. The Fear of the LORD and Biblical Wisdom (Proverbs 1:7, 9:10)
4. Key Theological Truths
a. The Doctrine of God
b. The Doctrine of Man
c. The Doctrine of Sin
5. The Gospel of Christ (2 Timothy 3:14-15)
6. The Principle of Sowing and Reaping (Galatians 6:7))
7. The Importance of the Heart (Proverbs 4:23; Mark 7:20-23)
8. The Importance of the Church (1 Timothy 3:14-15)

Luke 20:45-21:4 - Beware of Hollow Religion

A. A Portrait of its Practices (20:45-47)
1. They love honor from others (46)
2. They show off their status
3. They relish positive recognition
4. They take advantage of the weak (47)
5. They fake religious devotion (47)
B. A Victim of its Corruption (21:1-4)

Ephesians 6:4 - Paul’s Instructions to Parents, Part 2: Establish Parental Authority

A. Insist on obedience
B. Exercise authority properly
1. Don’t neglect to establish authority
2. Don’t undermine your authority
3. Don’t misuse your authority