OUT OF THE SLUMP!

Introduction:

A. At Times We Lose Our Vigor.

1. Athletes talk of "being in a slump."

2. Couples talk of losing the romance.

3. Christians talk of going through the motions.

B. What Can We Do To Overcome The Slump?

1. Athletes will often focus upon the basics.

2. Couples are counseled to do the things they did when they were dating.

3. Christians can return to the fundamentals.

Body: 1 Corinthians 13: 9 - 13

I. Establish Your Faith.

A. The Need for Faith.

1. Must have faith to please God (Hebrews 11: 6).

2. We become sons of God (Galatians 3: 26 - 29).

B. How to Establish Faith.

1. The Scriptures written to develop (John 20: 30, 31).

2. Must hear the Word of God (Romans 10: 13 - 17).

3. Perfection comes from God's Word (2 Timothy 3: 16, 17).

II. Elevate Your Hope.

A. The working of hope.

1. Hope is the foundation of perseverance (Romans 8: 23 - 25).

2. Hope stimulates us to work (Hebrews 6: 10 - 12).

3. Hope leads us to purity (1 John 3: 2, 3).

B. How to Elevate Hope.

1. The Scriptures give hope (Romans 15: 4).

2. Look for the return of Jesus (Titus 2: 11 - 14).

3. Anchor your soul in heaven (Hebrews 6: 19, 20).

III. Express Your Love.

A. The importance of love.

1. It is necessary be like God (Matthew 5: 44 - 48).

2. It reassures us of our path (1 John 3: 18, 19).

B. How to express love.

1. Love edifies (1 Corinthians 8: 1).

2. It leads to service (Galatians 5: 13, 14).

3. Share with others (1 John 3: 16, 17).

Conclusion:

A. Getting Out Of The Slump!?

Establish, Elevate, Express

B. The Is No Greater Work Than Working For The Lord!