Examples of Outlines Used in Oxford-Preacher/Teacher Patterns
Using the topic of faith, these (patterns) outlines are used as approaches to the topic. The Passage cited, Example of the passage, Explanation of the passage and Passage cited as you close the point is PEEP; Choosing one of the E s, either the Example or the Explanation will allow you to shorten the point, thus PEP. -D- stands for Definitions within the context of the passage and -I- stands for the Illustration; you remember -E- stands for example or explanation within the context of the passage chosen. Now to the Question /Answer Pattern (Outline) approach:
THE NEED OF FAITH
Intro
a. A great need of our time and anytime
b. great subject, great need
I. Why is faith so important? (Heb. 11:1)
A. Without faith we can not please God -D- faith is substance and evidence based
B. W/O faith we will not be rewarded
II. How can faith be obtained? (Rom. 10:17)
A. Saving faith comes from hearing God’s Word
B. Someone must speak the Word (v. 15) -I- unless someone is willing to speak
III. What are some examples of faith? (Heb. 11:4ff)
A. Abel offered a more excellent offering by faith
B. Noah moved with fear to build the ark by faith
C. Moses suffered afflilction by faith
Conclusion
a. their faith/obedience was imitated (Acts 2, 8, 9, 10, 16, 18, 22)
b. our faith/obedience can lead to same hope
….Robert Rawson 4/7/10
Pattern # 13 Q & Answer
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THE NEED OF FAITH
Intro.
a. We live in trying times
b. The Bible assures faith can do much
I. THE CAUSE OF FAITH
A. So then faith comes by hearing (Rom. 10:17)-P-assage Explained -P-assage cited again
1. Hearing the word of God -I-llustrate: how do you believe something?
2. Hearing because someone was sent and spoke (context)
B. Within the miraculous time of the New Testament (I Cor. 14)
1. Faith was a gift in the early church
2. This was not the saving faith of Romans 10:17
3. This faith was a part of the early Christians service
II. THE EFFECTS OF FAITH
A. Faith brings blessings (Mark 9:23)
B. We walk by faith and not by sight (2 Cor. 5:7)
C. We please God (Heb. 11:6)
D. We are rewarded of God
E. We are qualified with faith to enter Christ (Gal. 3:24-27)
Conclusion:
a. Have you allowed God’s word to bring faith into your heart?
b. Have you allowed faith to move you to baptism into Christ?
# 14 Logical Pattern w/ PEP and Illustration
Robert Rawson
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THE NEED OF FAITH
Introduction:
a. Hope is an outgrowth of faith when tried (Romans 5:2-5)
b. Examples are aplenty in the Bible of faith’s blessings
I. Background of Faith
A. Trusting in God and obeying God are wrapped in one word (Gen. 3)- faith
B. Faith is the powerful hold in receiving God’s blessings
C. Faith is promoted by God (Deut. 28)
D. God provided mankind to have no excuse (Romans 1:18ff)
E. John urged all to test for true and false beliefs (1 John 4:1-6)
II. Faith Stated
A. God urged fallen Judah/Israelites to return to him (Isa. 58:1-14)
B. Jesus upheld the blessing of saving faith (John 8:24)
C. Paul explained faith (Romans 5:1-2 cp/ Romans 6:1-18) -P-assage Explained Ex…(next)….. Passage Cited again
D. Examples of explained faith are abundant (Hebrews 11: 4ff-Abel, Noah, Abraham, Moses) -E-ample
1. Faith is a combination of trust and obedience
2. Faith compels us to reexamine the converts (Acts 2, 8, 9, 10, 16 and 22) (Choose only 2)
Robert Rawson
# 25 Jackson’s Technique Pattern
w/ PEEP in the 2nd Main Point which is a topical design in this pattern
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Need of Faith
Introduction:
a, many in doubt and disbelief in our generation
b. what will help faith to be developed?
I. Questions About Faith
A. What is faith?…….Hebrews 11:1…..built upon substance and evidence -D-efinition
B. Who is to believe? ….John 8:24……everyone since Jesus’s teaching -E-xample (Heb. 11:30)
II. Causes and Effects of Faith
A. Faith comes by hearing God’s Word ….Romans 10:17
B. Faith brought Abel’s sacrifice to be more excellent…Heb. 11:4…..pleasing God
C. Faith brought Noah to prepare the ark for salvation…Heb. 11:7….life
D. Faith brought down walls of Jericho AFTER being compassed about for 7 days…Heb. 11:30
(In classes…..Hand work to reinforce truth/ Visuals to reinforce truth/ activities to remember…Bible-Baseball, etc.
III. Background of Faith and Applications
A. Background involves trusting God at His Word….John 3:16
B. However, many leaders among the Jews were believers who would not confess..Jn 12:42
C. However, 12 men of Ephesus were believers baptized wrong…..Acts 19:1-12
D. Correct faith is described …Gal. 3:24-29
Pattern #21…Mixture of Patterns w/ Definitions, Examples
Upon re-evaluation the Divide and Conquer Pattern #19 might cause the teacher/speaker to go
into another drection than facts about saving faith. The unbeliever might need to be informed
by a study of the text and designer (Hebrews 3:4 and John 8;24)
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The Expository Pattern # 16…..is now more easily seen……
I. Background of Subject……Faith in Hebrews 11
II. Specific Context of Heb. 11:7…Noah
III. Exposure of truth…..Gen. 6:22; 7:5 and 8:2-3 God was pleased with Noah’s obedience
IV. Application….Need to obey the Lord fully ….Acts 19:1-9…12 baptized believers, baptized again
A. Our need today is the same
B. Our hope depends upon this correct view of saving faith
…Robert Rawson
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ESPECIALLY FOR USE IN TEACHING SITUATIONS……….
35. LIFE RELATIONSHIP APPLICATION…Subject is applied in study to
the Religious, Social, Educational, Mental, Emotional, Psycho-
logical, Interpersonal, Family,Financial, Ethical, Moral,
Physical, Biological,Environmental,Threatening Situations,
Behavior Responses, Cognitive Reactions, Stress Management,
Friendships, Losses of Life, Theological aspects of life,
Adaptability,Coping skills,Personality,Business Relations,
Self Esteem, Dependency, Co-Dependency, and Independence.
67. VBS-SLCC-CAMPAIGN/ARRANGEMENT….Subject is arranged with Lesson
Title (Topical) followed by I. Bible Teaching Aim,II. Lesson Focus,III.Bible
Thoughts(Related texts),IV. Bible Verse(Text of the lesson),V.
Bible Story(Illustrated lesson title and text),VI. Teacher’s Study(lesson
commentary),VII. Books included, VIII. Kit Items(scissors,glue,etc.)
IX. Pictures Chosen, X. Puzzles, XI. Cassette(Songs),
XII. Activity Materials(Painting, Projects indoor ),
XIII. Second Activity Materials(Projects outdoor),
XIV. Group Time Materials (Bible drills, Boardwork),
XV. Second Group Time Materials (Outside
Projects), XVI.Lesson:Bible Learning Activities (Art, Blocks,
Books, Home Living, Music, Nature, Puzzles), XVII.Lesson,Pt.2: Additional
Responsible Group Time (Outdoor play, Snacks, Restrooms,
Clean-up and Transition)
69. RIGDON’S EXPRESSIONS OF EMOTIONS….ABHOR,Hate,Enmity Hostil,
AFRAID,Fear,Anxiety,AFFECTION,Philia,Dear,Like,AFFLICTED,Distressed,
Anguished,AMAZEMENT,Astonishment,Surprised,APPALLED,Disgusted,Enraged,
Exasperated,ANGER,Wrath,Indignation,ARROGANT,Proud,Haughty,Conceited,
ASHAMED,Guilty,Shamed,Sick Inside,Sinful,Unclean,Defiled,Worthless,
VENGEANCE,Avenge,Revenge,BELIEVE?Faith, BITTER,BURN,Passion,Eros,
Lust,CHEERFUL,Happy,Laughter,COMPASSION,Sympathy,Empathy,COMFORTED,
COWARDLY,Timid,CRYING,Weeping,Sorrowful,Sad,DESIRE,Wish,Want,Crave,
Covet,DESPISE,Reject,Scorn,Spurn,Loathe,DISAPPOINTED,Disheartened,
Discouraged,Distressed,EAGER,Zealous,Fervent,EARNESTLY,Sincerely,
ENCOURAGED,Hopeful,Happy,Blessed,Joy,Satisfied,FEEL,Emote,Reconciled,
THIRSTY,HUNGRY,THWARTED,Hindered,Stoped,WEARY,Faint,ADMIRATION,
Honor, Respect,BOLD,Certain,Sure,RIDICULED,Disrespected,Rejected,
Despise,HESITANT,Unsure,LONELY,Forsaken,POSSESSED,Driven,CONCERNED,
Interested,Caring,CONFLICT,Torn asunder,SILLY,TEMPTED,RELIEF,
PERSUADED,Convicted,PAIN,VENGEANCE,Revenge,Get Even,HOPE,WORRY,
Concern; (Ck.LECTURES: ACU’90,pp.145).
75. BASIC INSTRUCTIONAL TEACHING METHODS…**Role Playing, Flannel Graph,
Film Strips, Picture Roll, Chalk Board Usage, Marker Board Props, Songs,
Chart Tablets, Rhyming Riddles, Pass the Facts, Story Telling,
Puppets, Acetate Board(Overhead Projector)
76. REVIEW METHODS…**Flannel Graph, Film Strips, Picture Roll, Chalk Board
Props, Songs, Chart Tablets, Field Trips, Illustrations
77. BIBLE GAMES…**Riddles, Tic Tac Toe, Jeopardy, Bible Baseball,
Football, Fishing, Peg Boards, In Dog House, David and Goliath,
Spinner, Bible-Bee,-Bingo,-Bowl, Charades, Take Your Medicine, Relays,
Review Bag, Jumbled Memory Verse, What Do You Know About__?,Stepping
Toward The Bible, Silent Game, Who’s My Partner?,Jumble Names, Yarn Map
Review, Window Chart, Balloon Game, Catch the Ball, Story Go Around,
Question Box, Question Mark Game, Crossword Puzzle, Through the Bible,
Bible Shuffle, Indian(Card on Head), Dot to Dot, Fill in the Blanks,
I’m a Bible C or D or E, Who Am I ?, Twenty Questions (Almost any game
may be adapted to become a Bible Game..**from Engraving Heavenly Truths, Series, 1976.
Robert Rawson, these sections written down in the years: 1990 and 1991
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