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I Love The Word

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 8, 2026

A new year. A new goal. To be a church of the Word.

A New Year in the Bible 2 Tim 3:16-17 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 1-06-2026 Learning to Read I became a Christian on December 31, 1990. Soon afterward, my brother, who worked at a Christian bookstore bought me a NIV Study Bible with my name on it. I treasured that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

All I Want For Christmas Is Jesus Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 8, 2026

Wise Men still seek the Savior

All I want for Christmas is Jesus Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-24-2025 Harry It was the biggest night of the year in a little town called Cornwall. It was the night of the annual Christmas pageant. All the children get to try out for the roles in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

All I Want For Christmas Is Peace 2025 Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 8, 2026

Christmas can bring you peace with God, the peace of God, and peace with others.

All I Want for Christmas is PEACE Isaiah 9:6; Luke 2 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 11-30-2025 No Peace I met her as I had met many addicts before - at the doors of the psychiatric hospital I worked at after seminary. Her drug of choice - crack cocaine. Her husband had ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Challenged With The Truth Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 8, 2026

Paul was well aware of the presence of false teachers among them and the real dangers their teaching posed to the churches and those within their communities. This wasn’t an issue that Paul could ignore – the souls of people within Galatia hung in the balance.

Challenged with the Truth Galatians 1:6-12 I think you will agree that Paul offered a very encouraging and gracious greeting to the Galatians. However, having greeted them, he got right to the point regarding his concern for them. Paul was well aware of the presence of false teachers among them ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Life And Times Of Saul Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 8, 2026

Saul chose not to wait for Samuel as instructed. It changed the course of history.

January 10, 2026 1st Samuel 13:1 follows the Biblical formula for a kings age when he began to rule and the length of his reign (see examples in 2 Sam 2:10; 1 Kings 14:21; 22:42). However, in the original, the verse is incomplete because the 1st number was inadvertently left out – so we don’t ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Glory Of The Church

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 8, 2026

Every time we approach a national election we hear a great deal about the electoral college. Why do we have and Electoral College?

The Electoral College was established to balance the power between the states and the federal government. (1)No single state could dominate the election process. Illus: For example, three or four swing states could get together an elect a president because of their large population. (2)The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 8:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Reset Your Heart Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Jan 8, 2026

A reset isn’t about trying harder — it’s about putting Jesus back at the centre

Introduction: Why We Need a Reset As we enter a new year, there’s something in all of us that longs for a fresh start. January carries that feeling of possibility — a sense that things could be different. But for many people, that feeling quickly fades. Not because they don’t care. Not because they ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

There’s A Cross To Bridge The Great Divide - Mark 12:29-31 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 8, 2026

What could you do today that would result in having more grace tomorrow than you would have otherwise? This message reveals five ways Scripture teaches us to access greater grace and what you can expect to happen in your life when you have received it.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Review We are in the midst of a study on how to increase your emotional love for God by having delightful, satisfying ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-31, John 1:16, Hebrews 7:25

The Power Of Words

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Jan 8, 2026

The Bible makes a powerful declaration: life and death are in the power of the tongue. This means our words are never neutral. Every time we speak, we are releasing something—either life or death, hope or discouragement, truth or confusion.

THE POWER OF WORDS Pastor Joel Bernardino - January 8, 2026 Proverbs 18:21, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” The Bible makes a powerful declaration: life and death are in the power of the tongue. This means our words are never neutral. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21

Praise God And Pass The Blessings

Contributed by Don Campbell on Jan 8, 2026

As children of Abraham, we are blessed and are a blessing to others.

PRAISE GOD AND PASS THE BLESSINGS Psalm 67 INTRODUCTION A. When God called Abram to leave his country and kinfolks, He promised to bless him, and he would be a blessing (Gen 12:1-3). B. Paul tells us that believers are blessed with Abraham (Gal 3:9). C. It logically follows that we who are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Justice (Psalm 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 8, 2026

Where can we find justice in this world?

Can we really find true justice for the poor and needy in the governments of men, or only in God? Let’s look at Psalm 9. No matter what genre of music is chosen, what is important about the lyrics we sing? I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Half Gospel Church

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 8, 2026

Discipleship begins where control ends. Trust is revealed not by belief, but by movement

Introduction We live in a time that prizes manageability above almost everything else. We want lives that are controllable, predictable, and efficient. We value systems that reduce friction and minimize risk. We are constantly offered ways to simplify what feels demanding, streamline what feels ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23, John 10:27, Hebrews 3:7-8, Matthew 4:19, 2 Corinthians 5:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God's Majesty (Psalm 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 8, 2026

Do we recognize God's majesty?

Whose name is majestic in all the earth? Why does God love the inhabitants of a tiny planet like ours? Let’s look at Psalm 8. Do even the smallest voices silence the enemy as they praise God’s majesty? O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Integrity Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 7, 2026

This is the 15th Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

Series: Wisdom For Life [#15] LIVING WITH INTEGRITY Proverbs 10:1-11 Introduction: In a World where values are constantly changing and right and wrong are not always clear, living with integrity is more important than ever. Integrity isn’t just about avoiding bad behavior; it’s about making ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God's Delivery (Psalm 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 7, 2026

Does God deliver?

Who will deliver us when everything else fails? Who will give us true justice? When we suffer do we make threats or have faith in God? Let’s look at Psalm 7. In whom do we take refuge, a political party, a military, science, doctors, money, friends or family? What happens when all those things ...read more

Denomination: Baptist