Sermons on accepting gods word:

The Spirit Of Murder Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 3, 2021

Jesus said that He did not come to abolish the law or the prophets. What did He mean? What did He mean by the spirit of murder? Let's look at that topic in the Sermon on the Mount.

Jesus said that He did not come to abolish the law or the prophets. What did He mean? These were the two main divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures. So then, the Old Testament will not be abolished, but fulfilled. What does fulfill mean. It can’t mean abolish, because Jesus said that He did not come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20, Matthew 5:21-26, Matthew 5:17-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Baptism Of The Lord.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 9, 2021

The baptism by John, the baptism of Jesus, Spirit baptism, and water baptism.

BAPTISM OF THE LORD. Luke 3:15-17; Luke 3:21-22. The ministry of John the Baptist was causing quite a stir. It was four hundred years since there had been a prophet in Israel, and expectations were high. The question on many people’s hearts was, Could this be the long-awaited Messiah (Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-17, Luke 3:21-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is Andy?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 6, 2023

And he has compassion, And He will not send you away, And He feeds me, And he satisfies me, And He takes care of all.

Where is Andy? Matthew 14:13-21 I was watching a reel on facebook found this and thought that will work for a message. Don't know where the story originated. Little girl come home from church and she runs into kitchen opens drawers hollow, Where is Andy? She run upstairs where is Andy? Comes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

A Story Of Slow, Painful Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 16, 2023

The story of Joseph coming to a place of forgiveness with his brothers is a long story (four whole chapters!) but the story is a great illustration of how difficult forgiveness is.

HOW WE THINK YOU FORGIVE: Say “I forgive you” and move on. - Discuss the fact that “forgive and forget” is not in the Bible. PLOT POINTS: - This is a really long story – basically four chapters! But it’s important that we hit the various plot points because they show the back-and-forth, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Celebration Of Passover Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Apr 7, 2025

Evening arrived and all the disciples were there. A sense of expectation filled the room – something special was about to happen – they just knew it!! Maybe Jesus was FINALLY going to establish his kingdom and announce his cabinet (which, of course, would be them).

April 05, 2025 The disciples had been with Jesus for more than 3 years. They had listened as he taught and watched as he worked. They had witnessed the feeding of the 5,000, the raising of the widow’s son, the healing of the lame, the restoring of sight to the blind. Peter had even walked with ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:11-14, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Passover As Transients (Numbers 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 11, 2024

What about Passover and Israel's wandering in the wilderness is relevant to Christians? Let's look at Numbers 9.

At Easter, still called Passover in most languages, do we celebrate a Lamb? Are we still temporary residents here on earth? Let’s look at Numbers 9. What day and month was the original Passover celebrated? During the first month of Israel's second year in the Sinai Desert, the Lord had told ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Genesis Chapter Forty-Four Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 5, 2024

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Forty-Four. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER FORTY-FOUR OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Joseph now puts his brothers to the test. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 44 Joseph commands his steward to hide his cup in the sack of Benjamin, and then to pursue his brethren. He declares that he will retain ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Perfect Balance Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Apr 6, 2017

Grace is Still Amazing

1. Grace minus truth --- unrighteousness 2. Truth minus grace --- self-righteousness 3. Grace plus truth --- God's righteousness ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Balance Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Apr 7, 2017

Grace is Still Amazing

1. Grace minus truth -----unrighteousness 2. Truth minus grace ------- self-righteousness 3. Grace plus truth ------God's righteousness ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Shadow Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Mar 23, 2012

fresh look at the only shadow of the cross Jesus mentioned

I. SOVEREIGNTY IS DECLARED HERE A. The PLAN OF DELIVERANCE WAS DETERMINED by God B. The PLAN OF DELIVERANCE WAS DISCLOSED by man II. SIMPLICITY IS DEMONSTRATED HERE III. SUFFICIENCY IS DISCOVERED HERE ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

Failure: The Stepping Stone To Success Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Feb 5, 2015

the benefits of failure

I. Failure leads me from confidence to reluctance 2. Failure leads me from what to Who 3. Failure leads me from my resources to God's resources ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Four Life Questions Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Feb 18, 2015

book of James

Four Life Questions James 4:13-17 1. What will be on to tomorrow? 2. What is your life? 3. Will God be included in your plans? 4. Will you do right? ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Is Grace Irresistible Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Apr 7, 2017

Grace is Still Amazing

1. No doubt God is the Author and Provider of grace 2. No doubt it is unexplainable why some respond to grace 3. No doubt there is a permanent impact made by grace 4. No doubt there is a warning to not trifle with grace ...read more

Scripture: John 6:63-69

Denomination: Baptist

Our Lifestyle Reveals Our Family Identity

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

All Men Will Live in One of Two Lifestyles a.

All Men Will Live in One of Two Lifestyles a. A Lifestyle of Righteousness b. A Lifestyle of Lawlessness 2. Our Lifestyle Reveals the Source of our Spiritual Being a. The Source of the Devil b. The Source of God ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:2-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is A Church? Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Aug 24, 2016

Church 101...basic church questions

1. A group of baptized disciples in a certain area.... 2. Who gather together under spiritual leadership... 3. To worship God.... 4. To edify each other.... 5. And carry out the Great Commission (Make Disciples) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:22-26

Denomination: Baptist