Sermons on advent:

Honoring God’s Investment-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 2, 2014

2 of 3. Paul reminded Timothy of the significance of God’s investment in us. When do we honor the gravity of God’s investment? We honor the gravity of God’s investment when we are Thankful. We honor God’s investment thru Thankfulness for His...

HONORING GOD’s INVESTMENT-II—1Timothy 1:12-17 Attention: A young man writing at the post office desk was approached by an older gentleman with a post card in his hand. "Sir, I'm sorry to bother you," the gentleman started. "But could you address this post card for me? My arthritis is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Look Back: New Year’s Sermon

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 5, 2020

There is a danger in looking back at the past. The New Year’s sermon reminds us not to look back, but to look ahead to the future that is as bright as the promises of God.

Don’t Look Back A New Year’s Sermon Chuck Sligh January 5, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Luke 9:62 – “And Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62, Psalm 103:1-14, Ecclesiastes 7:10, 1 Peter 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

#29 Be Not Afraid Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 4, 2020

This is a scary world we live in. In the story of Jesus walking on the water, we learn how Jesus wants us to handle our fears.

#29 Be Not Afraid Series: Mark Chuck Sligh October 4, 2020 This is a scary world we live in. In the story of Jesus walking on the water, we learn how Jesus wants us to handle our fears. NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: Baptist

What's Wrong With This Picture? Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 29, 2020

God doesn’t have a call-in radio show but He has given us His Word. This morning we are going to tune into a little book called Habakkuk and listen in on a conversation between God and a very frustrated prophet.

What’s Wrong with This Picture? Habakkuk 1:1-11 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams First Baptist Chenoa 5-5-19 Caller, You’re on the Air What if you could talk to God? I know prayer is talking to God. But what if God had a call-in radio show. What would you ask Him if you had the chance? I put ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

In Seventy Weeks-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 12, 2017

1 of 3. Daniel was granted knowledge of the fulfillment of God’s plan for the ages. Messiah’s(God’s Anointed) presence is pivotal to God’s plan for the ages. But What will He do? In 70 weeks Messiah(God’s Anointed) will complete...

IN SEVENTY WEEKS-I—Daniel 9:24(1-3, 13-27) The Pivotal Messiah OR Messiah’s Niche Attention: What does it mean to be an Evangelical? LifeWay Research conducted a study focusing on evangelical 'belief' versus evangelical 'self-identification' Nov. 10-12, 2017. Evangelical beliefs are defined ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Nahum Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 14, 2022

Nahum was a minor prophet whose Prophecy is recorded in the Tanakh, also called the Hebrew Bible and The Old Testament. He wrote about the end of the Assyrian Empire and its capital city, Nineveh, in a vivid poetic style.

Nahum was a minor prophet whose Prophecy is recorded in the Tanakh, also called the Hebrew Bible and The Old Testament. He wrote about the end of the Assyrian Empire and its capital city, Nineveh, in a vivid poetic style. Life Little is known about Nahum's personal history. His name means ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

We Believe In Creation Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Civil rights come from the Bible’s creation account where God creates people in the image of God. If you don’t believe in the image of God, where do human rights come from?

We continue a series of messages entitled Creed: 9 Essentials to the Christian Faith. We are exploring the beliefs that form the theological center of Christianity. It is a series devoted to the discovery of what you believe and why it matters. Each of these beliefs serves as lynchpins to the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Betrayed Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

The power of the cross is God’s power is focused like a laser here to save us sinners. You really cannot truly understand the cross until you understand how Jesus got there and what took place on the day He was crucified.

We are going to spend three weeks focusing on the cross of Jesus Christ – to prepare our hearts for His resurrection. We are marching with Christ down the Via Dolorosa, or the way of suffering. We are entering the very heart of Christianity. It is Thursday, less than twelve hours from Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:47-53, Luke 22:63-71, John 18:12-14, John 18:25

Denomination: Baptist

Safeguarding Your Christian Life Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jul 5, 2021

Like guardrails and protective barriers around potential dangers, so the writer to the Hebrews attempts to safeguard our Christian walk by noting potential dangers to our Christian life--among them apostate religious institutions

I’m a big fan of Yellowstone National Park, not only because of the great fishing it offers, but also because of the great natural wonders that can be seen. Of course, some of its most famous natural wonders are found in its geyser basins, where Old Faithful can be found among many others, along ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9-25

Denomination: Bible Church

"congratulations! It's A Savior!" Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 25, 2021

God continues to look for women and men like Mary and Joseph. People who will pursue obedience, whatever the cost. People who will trust God – even though the outcome seems unsure. God continues to raise up people for His purposes.

When I first proposed doing this, I know that it struck a lot of you … well, probably all of you … as something odd … out of the ordinary. When it came time, you weren’t sure what to do. Do we put up our traditional Christmas decorations? And, again, I’m sure that you found my answer a bit odd … ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Three Big Mistakes In Life

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

People make mistakes because we can’t see ahead.

Illus: On July 4, 1952, Florence Chadwich, aged 34, waded into the water off Catalina Island and began her 21-mile swim toward California. If she completed her journey, she would be the first woman ever to accomplish this feat. The water was ice cold, and the fog was so heavy, that Florence could ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Magi Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 15, 2022

Matthew 2:1-12 shows us three responses to Christ's birth.

Introduction The account of the Magi, also called wise men, who came from afar to worship the one who was born king of the Jews, is a familiar one. The account is recorded only in the Gospel of Matthew. While it is a familiar story, it is also a fascinating account of men about whom we know very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Babe And The Bell Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

It is no wonder that bells have become a symbol of Christmas, for God chose the bell to be a symbol of joy and victory in His presence. There are numerous types of bells, but all of them have some positive value, and thus, have something in common with the Babe of Bethlehem.

Bells are one of the common symbols of Christmas, because all through history, bells have been used to play the role of the angels on that first Christmas. Bells ring forth the message of joy. The bell and the babe of Bethlehem are linked in many ways. Nowhere is this more evident, than when you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Malachi (My Messenger) Nasb

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Apr 24, 2021

Last book before a 400 year silence (when Jesus was born); Jerusalem during prosperity

Malachi proclaims the sinful condition of the Jews, warns of God’s judgment, and promises relief in the coming of the Savior. The nation had just come through 200 years of economic, spiritual and governmental prosperity. After 12 years Nehemiah straightened out the nation politically (in 433 B.C.) ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Being A Biblical Church (Part One)

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 6, 2019

This is the first in a short, end of the year series on being a Biblical Church. We look at five areas that all churches need to be faithful in, so that they might be in accordance with biblical standards Christ sets for His Church.

Biblical Church 2019 (Biblical Christians) Text:Luke 8:4-15   Well, this morning we’re going to hit the pause button on our lessons from John’s Gospel for a little while.  There’s a few things on my heart that I want to share with you all, plus we’ll be doing a Thanksgiving focused ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible