Scripture Reading: Deuteronomy 4:9–10
Introduction
A. Stories have been known to change the course of history.
B. A well-told story can stir up strong emotions and embolden people to take action.
C. Stories have actually helped to shape our character.
Discussion
I. The stories in the Bible teach us priceless lessons (Psalm 78).
A. God has the power to deliver His children from every danger we may face (vv 12–16).
B. God always provides (vv 17–31).
C. God has the power over all our enemies (vv 40–55).
D. God judges His people (vv 56–64).
E. Israel’s greatest shortcoming was forgetfulness (vv 9–11).
II. These old stories are worth telling and retelling.
A. We need to repeat them for the generations to come (Exodus 10:1–2; Deuteronomy 6:6–14).
B. We need to tell them to the world around us (Matthew 28:18–20), whether they want to hear them or not (Ezekiel 3:7, 19; Acts 4:20).
C. We need to tell them to one another (Deuteronomy 31:10–13; Colossians 3:16).
Conclusion
A. The gospel is the most beautiful story ever told (1 Corinthians 15:3–4).
B. The gospel is also the power of God unto salvation for those who will believe and obey it (1 Corinthians 15:1–2; Romans 1:16).