Note: I once told my English teacher while I wasn't sure what life had planned for me, I can promise you there will NEVER be a scenario where "Diagramming a sentence" will become beneficial!
Later in life, to my surprise and to everyone who had ever known me, I was called into the Ministry. One of the tools of a Preacher turns out to be one diagrammed verse of Scripture that can produce 12 or more Sermons. Please see the example below:
Title: God's Great Love, taken from John 3:16
Introduction:
Ask the congregation if they've ever heard John 3:16 before.
Explain that it's one of the most well-known verses in the Bible, but it's also one of the most profound.
In this short verse, we can learn about the nature of God and the extent of His love.
Point 1: God's nature
Read the first half of John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son..."
Explain that this tells us something about who God is.
God is a giver. He's generous and selfless. He gave us the most precious thing He had – His Son.
Emphasize that this is an incredible display of God's character.
Point 2: God's love for the world
Read the second half of John 3:16: "...that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
Explain that this shows us the extent of God's love.
God's love isn't just for a select few – it's for the whole world. He wants everyone to experience eternal life.
Emphasize that this is a radical love – it's all-encompassing and doesn't discriminate.
Conclusion:
Summarize the main points of the sermon.
State that John 3:16 is a powerful reminder of God's great love for us.
Encourage the congregation to reflect on this love and to respond in faith and gratitude.
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