Sermon Outline: "Is He Getting What He Paid For?"
Scripture Focus: Revelation 12:11
"And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death."
- Introduction
- John’s Revelation: A glimpse of spiritual victory in heavenly places.
- Main Question: "Is Christ getting what He paid for?"
- He gave His life for our redemption, but are we living in a way that reflects that sacrifice?
- Breaking Down Revelation 12:11
- "They" Overcame
- "They" = More than one. We are not alone in our struggles or victories.
- We often feel isolated in suffering, but the Bible emphasizes the collective overcoming of the saints.
- Key Point: Your struggle isn’t unique; many others share similar burdens.
- The Blood of the Lamb
- Sacrifice of Christ: Jesus' death is the ultimate price for our redemption.
- Significance of the Blood:
- Cleanses us from sin.
- Breaks Satan’s power and accusations.
- Guarantees victory over all principalities.
- Key Question: Jesus shed His blood. He did His part. Are we doing ours?
- The Word of Their Testimony
- Testimony: Our personal witness of what Christ has done in our lives.
- Power of Testimony: Disarms Satan's lies, strengthens our faith.
- Key Reflection: Are we speaking life, victory, and freedom? Or are we testing God with complaints?
- They Loved Not Their Lives Unto Death
- Sacrificial Faith: These believers were willing to lay down their lives.
- Courageous Loyalty: Faith that surpasses the fear of death.
- Key Challenge: Are we willing to crucify our flesh and desires for Christ?
- The Power of the Blood
- Christ Has Paid the Price
- Jesus’ blood was shed once and for all (John 19:30 – “It is finished”).
- Redemption Secured: His blood provides freedom from sin, healing, deliverance, and victory.
- Key Reflection: Are we truly walking in the freedom Christ paid for?
- The Word of Our Testimony
- What Is Our Testimony?
- "It is finished": Our victory was declared on the cross.
- Satan’s accusations are powerless when we stand on Christ’s finished work.
- Key Reflection: Is your testimony one of victory, or are you still bound by past struggles?
- Sharing Our Testimony
- Too Good Not to Share: Your testimony of Christ’s work in your life is too powerful to keep silent.
- Key Question: Are we proclaiming the freedom and joy that Jesus gave us, or are we hiding it?
- The Battle We Face
- Ephesians 6:12: "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities..."
- Spiritual Warfare: We face real enemies—principalities, powers, rulers of darkness.
- Flesh vs. Spirit: We must crucify our flesh and walk by the Spirit (Galatians 5:24).
- Key Reflection: Are you overcoming the enemy, or is the enemy overcoming you because you won’t crucify your flesh?
- Victory Through Christ
- Romans 8:37: "In all these things, we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us."
- Overcoming Isn’t Survival: We are meant to thrive and dominate spiritually.
- Living in Victory: Every day is an opportunity to claim victory in Christ.
- Key Challenge: Are you walking as a conqueror, or just surviving?
- Application: How to Overcome Daily
- By the Blood of the Lamb:
- Recognize that the blood has already won the victory. Live from that place of freedom.
- By the Word of Our Testimony:
- Share what Christ has done—don’t keep it hidden. Let your testimony be a weapon against the enemy.
- By Crucifying the Flesh:
- Decide daily to follow Christ, even when it means denying your own desires.
- Conclusion: Is He Getting What He Paid For?
- Jesus Paid it All: He gave His life to free us from sin and empower us to live victorious lives.
- Challenge: Are you giving Jesus what He paid for? Are you living in victory, testifying of His work, and laying down your life for Him?
- Closing Scripture: "Whom the Son sets free, is free indeed" (John 8:36).
- Final Call: Live in the freedom, victory, and testimony of Christ today!
Prayer
- Pray for strength to live in victory through the blood of the Lamb.
- Pray for boldness to testify of His goodness.
- Pray for courage to crucify the flesh and walk in the Spirit daily.