Sermons on 1 Corinthians 6:12-20:12:

02 - James 1:9-15 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 20, 2021

This is the 2nd of 11 Studies on the Book of James. In this Study we will look at the perspective we need to have of riches, the process of temptation, and the consequence of sin.

James 1:9-11 9”Let the lowly brother glory in his exaltation, 10 but the rich in his humiliation, because as a flower of the field he will pass away. 11 For no sooner has the sun risen with a burning heat than it withers the grass; its flower falls, and its beautiful appearance perishes. So the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-15, Philippians 4:12-13, John 14:15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

03 - James 1:16-25 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 22, 2021

This is the 3rd of 11 Studies on the Book of James and it talks about God being the giver of all good gifts, the importance of being careful with our words in conflict and the importance of being doers of the word, and not hearers only,

James 1:16-18 16 Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren. 17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. 18 Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7-8, Matthew 4:4, Matthew 5:38-48, Matthew 5:20, Proverbs 16:32, Proverbs 15:18, John 14:6, John 1:14, John 1:12-13, Matthew 5:45, Matthew 13:36-43, Matthew 13:24-30, Deuteronomy 8:3, James 1:16-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

06 - James 3:1-12 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 26, 2021

This is the 6th of 11 Studies in the Book of James and it talks about the importance of controlling the way we use our tongues, and the ill-effects of being careless with the use of our tongues. Special caution is suggested to those who are teachers of God's word.

James 3:1-2 My brethren, let not many of you become teachers, knowing that we shall receive a stricter judgment. 2 For we all stumble in many things. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body. After talking about the importance of possessing a ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

08 - James 4:1-10 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 29, 2021

This is the 8th of 11 Studies in the Book of James. In this study we'll be looking at the root of conflict, friendship with the world, pride, humility, submitting to God, resisting the devil, repentance and more.

James 4:1-6 Where do wars and fights come from among you? Do they not come from your desires for pleasure that war in your members? 2 You lust and do not have. You murder and covet and cannot obtain. You fight and war. Yet you do not have because you do not ask. 3 You ask and do not receive, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:5, Proverbs 3:34, Matthew 19:16-30, Exodus 20:5-6, Matthew 24:25-34, Matthew 6:24, James 1:8, James 4:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

10 James 5:1-12 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 31, 2021

This is the 10th of 11 Studies on the Bok of James, which contains a warning to the rich and also words of comfort to those who are facing persecution on account of their faith.

James 5:1-6 Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries that are coming upon you! 2 Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten. 3 Your gold and silver are corroded, and their corrosion will be a witness against you and will eat your flesh like fire. You have heaped up ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18, Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Outline Of Acts 8:1-25

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 4, 2021

The first section of Acts 8 describes briefly the persecution against the Church after Stephen's death and the results of Philip's ministry to a city in Samaria. This outline covers some of what he did there.

Introduction: Acts 8 contains two events in the life of Philip, most likely another one of the original seven men called deacons. This first section relates how believers were “scattered abroad” after the death of Stephen (see Acts 7) and how Philip went to two very different places. Prologue: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 30, 2021

Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning.

1 Peter Chapter 5 Commentary INTRODUCTION to Chapter 5 Peter closes out his letter to the scattered Christians in the churches of Asia Minor with some final instructions. He counsels the elders about how to lead, includes how and why to live in humility with each other, and gives a final warning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Couples Guide -Couples And Marriage (1) Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 11, 2021

A guide for those seeking to serve YAHWEH in marriage

Marriage Relationships in society are being and have been redefined. Marriage too, as we know it is being redefined at an unbelievable speed to cater for diverse interests. So fast, the children of YAHWEH seem to have accepted these changes as inevitable. In fact, some Christians have conformed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Victorious In A Foreign Land (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 30, 2021

Regardless of who we are, or where we live, we all face seasons of comfort and ease countered by seasons of trials and difficulty. There is one constant in life regardless of the season we must face – the presence and help of the Lord.

Victorious in a Foreign Land (Part 1) Esther 9: 1-19 The emotional roller coaster for Esther, Mordecai, and the Jews within the kingdom of Persian continues. They have experienced a series of highs and lows. It seems as if they really didn’t have time to enjoy a victory before being confronted ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Discipline Of Worship (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 9, 2021

Continuing our look at growing closer to God through Spiritual Disciplines. Looking at the discipline of worship.

Spiritual Disciplines: Worship July 11, 2021 In the last year, our world has dramatically changed. We’ve dealt with issues we possibly never expected to deal with in our lifetimes. Whether it was issues regarding social justice, employment, and most especially the corona virus. We’ve had to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1: The Seriousness Of Disobeying God Series

Contributed by Marlou Javier on Jul 14, 2021

The book shows a repeated four step cycle that takes place seven times in the book. That is, 1. REBELLION. Falling into sin, idolatry, and apostasy. 2. RETRIBUTION. God’s punishment. 3. REPENTANCE. Israel cries for help. 4. RESCUE. God delivers via a judge.

The book of Judges starts with “After the death of Joshua…” - There were 15 judges in all. Eli and Samuel were the last. THE WORD “JUDGE.” - “judge," means "bringer of justice." - These "judges" were like a cross-mixture between a mayor, a marshal, a prophet, and a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Coronavirus, What To Do Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 17, 2021

Coronavirus is still in the news and affecting the health issue of today. The Bible has many steps the modern-day church must take before enjoying God's intervention on the United States of America.

Coronavirus, What to Do Pt. 1 Biblical Restoration of the Church for the Last Days As we enter into this teaching, if a child of God is afflicted with an illness or suffers the consequences of sinful choices made by the church or nation, does not mean that person is being punished, it is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Outline Of Acts 13:1-12

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 26, 2022

Acts 13 is a turning point in the history of the Church. Barnabas and Saul were personally selected by the Holy Spirit for a special mission. They left Antioch, preached through Cyprus, and experienced several things.

Introduction: Acts 13 could serve as a turning point in the Church’s story. The first 12 chapters are primarily concerned with the beginning of the Church and the issues facing the Church near Jerusalem. Now Luke is relating how the Church was going “to the uttermost part of the earth.” 1 Antioch: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline Of Acts 16:1-15

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 18, 2022

This first section of Acts 16 focuses on Paul and several others as they ministered in Philippi. Lydia from Thyatira was there and she was the first person in Europe to believe the Gospel!

1 Paul and Silas add Timothy Text: Acts 16:1-5, KJV: 1Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek: 2 Which was well reported of by the brethren that were at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

1 Kings 17:2-16

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Sep 23, 2022

Elijah is perplexed but God provides his daily bread

1 Kings 17:2-16 We left Elijah last Sunday having given a weather report and then promptly disappearing. You could be left thinking is that it? An appearance, a disappearance and we sit back for the next three and half years and wonder if it is going to rain today? Well, the next three and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:2-16

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican