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TopicalSermonsMiscellaneous Sermon OutlinesThis material is from ExecutableOutlines.com, a web site containing sermon outlinesand Bible studies by Mark A. Copeland. Visit the web site to browse or downloadadditional material for church or personal use.The outlines were developed in the course of my ministry as a preacher of the gospel.Feel free to use them as they are, or adapt them to suit your own personal style.To God Be The Glory!Executable Outlines, Copyright Mark A. Copeland, 2012

Mark A. Copeland5Topical SermonsTable Of Contents5BX Spiritual Fitness PlanAfter Baptism, What Then?The Anatomy Of A BacksliderAngry Words! O Let Them NeverThe Apostasy And RestorationApostolic SuccessionAre You A Disciple Of Jesus?Are You An Apatheist?Are You Drifting?Are You ‘High Maintenance’?Are You Ready For Your Journey Into Eternity?Are You The Pastor?Attitudes Needed In Congregational WorkBack To The Basics!Baptism: Salvation By Grace Through FaithThe Benefits Of A Small ChurchBiblical IlliteracyBlest Be The TieCapital PunishmentCease From Anger, And Forsake WrathThe Celebration Of ChristmasThe Celebration Of EasterChallenges For A Growing CongregationChurch MembershipThe Clarion Voices Of GodCohabitation Before MarriageCommanded To LoveCongregational EvangelismCongregational SingingThe Conversion Of SaulCremation Or Burial?Daily Bible Reading (I)Daily Bible Reading (II)Dear ReverendDig Your Well Before You're ThirstyDisappointments New Christians FaceDivine SignpostsEmotion Vs. EmotionalismEvangelism Made EasyEvangelism Made PersonalExamples Worth FollowingFaith In The CommunityFaith In The FamilyFaith In The WorkplaceFollow-up: Definition & ImportanceFollow-up: Factors Affecting Follow-upGetting Ready To GrowTopical 1351381401421462

Mark A. CopelandGod Hates Divorce!God Loves Families!God’s Great BookThe Gospel According To IsaiahGospel Meetings - Keys To A Successful MeetingGospel Meetings - Why Should We Attend Them?Gospel Meetings - Why Some Succeed, Others FailGospel Meetings - Now Our Meeting Is OverThe Gospel Of ChristThe Gospel Of The Grace Of GodGrace And The ChristianThe Great Commission According To MatthewThe Great Commission According To MarkThe Great Commission According To LukeThe Greatest NeedGrowing Old GracefullyHeaven Will Surely Be Worth It AllThe High Cost Of A Free GiftHonk! - Lessons From GeeseHow Much Should I Give?How Well Do You Listen?I Am Coming, Lord!Into All The WorldIs Your Baptism Scriptural?Jesus, My LordJesus Our ShepherdThe Laying On Of HandsLaying Up Treasure In HeavenLet’s Make A Deal!The Lord’s SupperThe Lostness Of The LostLove Your EnemiesMaking Wise ChoicesThe Measure Of A Strong ChristianThe Measure Of A Strong ChurchMusic In New Testament Worship (I)Music In New Testament Worship (II)The Nature Of FaithThe Need For VisionA New CreationThe Old Testament And The ChristianThe Parable Of The Lifesaving StationThe Passion Of The ChristThe Path To SalvationPerspectives For Success In EvangelismThe Perverted Gospel - Its MessageThe Perverted Gospel - Its WitnessThe Power Of An InvitationPrescription For Spiritual HealthPrinciples Of Church GrowthPrivate DevotionsThe Problem Of AnxietyThe Problem Of Religious DivisionTopical 32952983013033063

Mark A. CopelandThe Providence Of GodA Reason For Our HopeReflections On The Loss Of A Loved OneResolutions For A New MillenniumResolutions For The New YearResponding To MaterialismThe Sabbath DaySame-Sex MarriageSecrets Of The Abundant LifeShall We Dance?The Significance Of The Birth Of JesusThe Significance Of The Resurrection Of ChristThe Single ChristianThe Sovereign Rule Of GodSpirituality In YouthSpiritual Well BeingStudying With JWsSupport Your Local Church!Take Time To Be HolyTo Seek Or To Serve?The Three Loves Of A DiscipleThe Uniqueness Of The BibleThe Value Of Secret PrayerThe Virtue Of PunctualityWe Should Remember The PoorWhat Can Kill A ChurchWhat Does Jesus Require Of You?What God Has JoinedWhat Is Evangelism?What Is The Church Of Christ?What It Takes To Be Interested In The Lord’s WorkWhat Mothers DeserveWhat Shall I Wear?What To Look For In A ChurchWhat Visitors Have A Right To ExpectWhen Disasters StrikeWhen The Election Is OverWho Killed Jesus?Why Are You Waiting?Why Attend Every Service?Why Did Jesus Die On The Cross?Why Did Jesus Suffer?A Woman’s Contribution To The Local CongregationWould We Have Believed Them?WWJD - What Would Jesus Desire?Your Personal BibleTopical 4094114144174214244274294334374394434464494524

Mark A. Copeland5BX Spiritual Fitness PlanINTRODUCTION1. In the late 1950s, there was an exercise program called 5BX (Five Basic Exercises).a. Developed for the Royal Canadian Air Forceb. Published as a booklet with 23 million copies sold in Canadac. Consisted of five exercises to be done daily in 11 minutes2. In this lesson, I would like to suggest a similar 5BX plan.a. Designed for Christians, to aid their spiritual growth and developmentb. Consisting of five spiritual exercises to be done daily (though not in 11 minutes!)[I call it the 5BX Spiritual Fitness Plan. In the original 5BX plan, the first exercise involvedstretching. Our spiritual 5BX plan begins with a daily regimen that will stretch our souls.]I. READ THE WORD OF GODA. THE WORD OF GOD.1. The means by which we grow spiritually - 1Pe 2:22. Read the Psalmist’s valuation of the Word - Ps 19:7-103. It was by the Word of God that Jesus resisted the devil - Mt 4:4,7,104. It is by God’s Word in our hearts that we can resist sin - Ps 119:11-- The Word of God is therefore foundational to our spiritual fitnessB. READING THE WORD.1. Develop the habit of reading the Word daily2. Start slow; perhaps with the NT, a chapter a day3. Progress to reading the Bible through each year4. Read devotionally, meditating on what you read-- The Word of God will help you to grow in grace and knowledge[In the original 5BX plan, the second exercise involved sit-ups to strengthen the midsection. Ourspiritual 5BX plan involves a spiritual exercise that will empower our souls.]II. SPEND TIME IN PRAYERA. THE POWER OF PRAYER.1. There is forgiveness from God - Ac 8:22; 1Jn 1:7-102. There is peace from God - Php 4:6-73. There is strength from God - Ep 3:14-16,204. There is opportunity from God - Col 4:35. There is boldness from God - Ep 6:19-206. There is wisdom from God - Jm 1:5-87. There is healing from God - Jm 5:14-168. There is tranquility from God - 1Ti 2:1-4-- Together with the Word, prayer is foundational to spiritual fitnessTopical Sermons5

Mark A. CopelandB. PRAYING FERVENTLY.1. As you read the Word of God, pray for wisdom2. Pray daily for forgiveness, strength, opportunity, boldness3. As needed, pray for peace, healing, tranquility4. Continue earnestly in prayer, vigilant in with thanksgiving - Col 4:2-- Consistent, fervent prayer will strengthen your relationship with God[In the original 5BX plan, the third exercise involved back extension that increased flexibility. Ourspiritual 5BX plan involves a spiritual exercise that will enrich our souls.]III. SING PRAISESA. THE ROLE OF SINGING.1. One purpose of singing is to praise God - Ac 16:252. It is a type of spiritual sacrifice that we offer to God - He 13:153. A way to be filled with grace and melody in our hearts - Col 3:16; Ep 5:194. A way to respond to the goodness of God - Jm 5:13-- Singing praises is foundational to our spiritual well-beingB. SINGING PRAISES.1. Make praising God in song a part of your daily devotional2. Either by listening to hymns or singing them yourself3. Sing while you drive, while you work, either quietly or aloud4. Make melody in your heart, sing with grace in your heart-- Singing enriches our souls and fortifies our relationship with God[The fourth exercise in the original 5BX plan was pushups to strengthen the upper body. Our spiritual5BX plan involves a spiritual activity that strengthens our relationship with God and other Christians.]IV. FELLOWSHIP WITH BRETHRENA. THE IMPORTANCE OF FELLOWSHIP.1. The church is the body of Christ which is built up when each part does its share - Ep 4:15-162. Our assembling is designed to stir one another to love and good works - He 10:24-253. Our fellowship is a source of comfort and edification - 1Th 5:114. A way to avoid becoming hardened by the deceitfulness of sin - He 3:12-14-- Frequent fellowship is crucial to remaining faithful and steadfastB. EXPERIENCING FELLOWSHIP.1. Assemble together with Christians every opportunity you can2. Take advantage of the assemblies offered by the local congregation3. Not just one time on Sunday, but every time the door is open4. Look for ways to be with Christians daily - by phone, Bible studies, social activities-- Fellowship with other Christians strengthens one’s faith in God and Christ[The fifth and final exercise in the original 5BX was running in place or walking to increaseendurance. Our spiritual 5BX plan includes spiritual activity that produces endurance as well.]V. DO GOOD WORKSTopical Sermons6

Mark A. CopelandA. THE ROLE OF GOOD WORKS.1. We are not saved by good works - Ep 2:8-9; Tit 3:4-52. But we are created in Christ for good works, to glorify God - Ep 2:10; Mt 5:163. Thus we are to be fruitful in every good work - Col 1:104. We are not to grow weary in doing good - 1Co 15:58; Ga 6:9-10-- Good works are essential if we are going reap spiritual benefitsB. DOING GOOD WORKS.1. Share the gospel with the lost2. Minister to brethren and to the lost in need, whether physical or spiritual3. Utilize your resources (time, money, talents) to help the poor or sick4. Each day try to do something that blesses another person-- Good works, done systematically, builds spiritual enduranceCONCLUSION1. We have seen that the 5BX Spiritual Fitness Plan contains these five elements.a. Read The Word Of Godb. Spend Time In Prayerc. Sing Praisesd. Fellowship With Brethrene. Do Good Works2. Engaged in daily, I believe they go a long way to developing strong Christians.a. But please note that these are “basic” exercisesb. I am not suggesting they are everything a Christian needs to doc. However, they will establish a good foundation of spiritual fitnessPerhaps you might find this “plan” helpful as you seek to carry out the admonition given by Paul to theyoung man Timothy.“.exercise yourself toward godliness. For bodily exercise profits a little, but godlinessis profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of that which is tocome.” - 1Ti 4:7-8Topical Sermons7