Y2K Power

 

Ephesians 1:19-23

 

Outline for January 2, 2000

 

 

The Holy Bible, King James Version

 

Ephesians 1:19 through Ephesians 1:23 (KJV)
¹⁹And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power, ²⁰Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places, ²¹Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come: ²²And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church, ²³Which is his body, the fulness of him that filleth all in all.

 

 

Over the past few weeks power has been the topic of conversation around the world.  Specifically, would we LOSE power when Y2K rolled around.  Well, the New Year has arrived, and the power is still on.

 

Yet, even if the power had gone off, the Y2K Power would still be going strong.  You see for us to succeed in the new millennium and beyond we have to recognize the true source of our power.  We have a source of power available to us that is more reliable and steadfast than any power system created by earthly hands.  It is a power that  may be unlike anything you have ever experienced before.  It is the very power of God, creator of the universe and all things in it.

 

I.                  The Powerful Demonstration

 

a.      In Christ’s resurrection we see the mighty power of God over death.

                                                               i.      It is a key issue in our faith.

                                                             ii.      It sets God apart from all others.

                                                            iii.      It was the climax of God’s plan for the world.

b.      We see God’s power in the birth of Christ.

                                                               i.      It was miraculous.

                                                             ii.      It was supernatural.

                                                            iii.      It was a power based on benevolence (love)

c.      This power Changes our lives.

d.      We need to experience this power in the New Year.

 

II.               Powerful Positions

 

a.      Christ is seated at the right hand of God

                                                               i.      He is in a unique position, far above any earthly ruler can ever be.

b.      Christ is Lord of the Church

c.      This powerful position changes our life.

 

III.           Powerful Preparations

 

a.      We must be prepared for what comes our way.

                                                               i.      Just as many prepared for calamity during Y2K, we must prepare for the end of time as we know it.

                                                             ii.      We must prepare the world for Christ’s return.

                                                            iii.      Proverbs 27:12  "The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it."

                                                           iv.      If we are prepared then we can share with others.

                                                             v.      Y2K provides for Christians a perfect chance to prudently plan and if the need arises to generously share.

 

IV.              Powerful Truths

a.      Jesus is Alive!

b.      Jesus is in charge!

c.      We can trust Him!

d.      This power is available to all of us.

 

 

Pastor’s Note:  Portions of this outline were derived from a sermon entitled “Exalting His Majesty” by Pastor J. David Hoke.  The full manuscript of this message will not be available online.