Joel 2:18-32

Matthew 18:10-22

Argument Outline:

Ephesians 4:1-6

Jesus builds His church through members who follow Him together. Outline: 1. Why should we walk in unity? 2. How do we walk in unity?

1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Jesus builds up His church through elders who pour themselves out. Outline: 3 characteristics of God-approved church elders: 1. Godward Reverence (vv. 1-6) 2. Motherly Sacrifice (vv. 7-9) 3. Fatherly Encouragement (vv. 10-12)

Habakkuk 3

Wait on the Lord in trials, and He will strengthen you to rejoice in Him. Outline: How do we wait on the Lord? 1. Bow in prayer (3:1-2) 2. Listen to prophecy (3:3-15) 3. Sing praises (3:16-19)

Habakkuk 2:2-20

The certainty of God’s justice in the end strengthens faith in the meantime. Outline: 1. The Lord’s promised destruction in the end. 2. The Lord’s prescribed instruction in the meantime.