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The full statement of this subject with its complements forms the basis for the homiletical outline. It is
presented as timely in the sense that it is a message for people today, living life in the here and now.

Great sermon outlines are derived from great texts of Scripture. Simply put, the three-step process of
moving from the text to the sermon requires that the preacher discover what the author was saying to
the people of his day, what principle is then true for all people of all time, and how that principle applies
to people today.

Mechanics of Expository Preaching - Construction Phase Part 2

EXEGETICAL, THEOLOGICAL, AND HOMILETICAL OUTLINING

During this session we will illustrate with examples how the three-step process of moving from the text
to the sermon works. We will examine two texts, II Timothy 3:14-17 and Hebrews 10:19-25.

Exegetical Outline of II Timothy 3:14-17

Paul is writing to Timothy regarding what he would eventually encounter during his ministry.
He would be ministering in a time where people would disregard the truth in favor of their
own selfish desires (cf.3:1-13). Paul was communicating the need for Timothy to remain loyal
to the truth.

Subject:
Why Timothy should remain loyal to the truth of God’s Word…

I. Paul commanded Timothy to remain loyal because of the faithful people that had taught
him the life-changing truth. (14-15)
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