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  • Finishing Strong Series

    Contributed by Alan Tison on May 21, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 22,409 views

    Good starts are good, but the important thing is to finish well, this is what we learn from the life of David

    INTRODUCTION, Have you ever noticed in life that a good start isn’t always enough. Now there is nothing wrong with a good start mind you, but it is often not enough to get us to the finish line, or to the winners circle. And if you don’t believe me, ask the Atlanta Braves who won the first 2 games ...read more

  • Meeting The Challenge: Part One Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 21, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,828 views

    As our congregation faced the new year of 2008, each person was asked to participate in a 10 week spiritual challenge so that we could grow more like Christ. This is an introduction to the first four spiritual disciplines involved in the challenge

    (a copy of the 10 Week Spiritual Challenge can be obtained by emailing Michael Luke) TEXT: SELECTED TITLE: “MEETING THE CHALLENGE: Part One” OPEN: A. Being a Christian is not easy --there are some common misconceptions concerning the Christian life 1. ...read more

  • Antiochus Iv Epiphanes: The Antichrist Of The Old Testament

    Contributed by Larry Cockerham on Oct 11, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,127 views

    Antiochus IV Epiphanes was the eighth in a succession of twenty-six kings who ruled from 175—164 BC over the Syrian section of Alexander’s empire and is undoubtedly one of the greatest prototypes of the Antichrist in all of God’s Word.

    Antiochus IV Epiphanes was the eighth in a succession of twenty-six kings who ruled from 175—164 BC over the Syrian section of Alexander’s empire. He is referred to as the “little horn” in Daniel 8:9. The name Epiphanes means the “Illustrious One,” although his contemporaries nicknamed him ...read more

  • The Spirit Of Korah

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015
     | 9,187 views

    The "spirit of Korah" refers to a negative attitude he held regarding the leadership of the children of Israel. He sought, with others, to overthrow Moses and Aaron. Korah felt he was more qualified than Moses and that he should be leading Israel..

    The Spirit of Korah 1 Chronicles 16:22 Saying, Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm. The "spirit of Korah" refers to a negative attitude he held regarding the leadership of the children of Israel. He sought, with others, to overthrow Moses and Aaron. Korah felt he was more ...read more

  • Is It Worth It To Disciple Everybody?

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,373 views

    The death and resurrection of Christ give Him the authority to command us to disciple beyond superficiality, to reach even the marginal, and to have a global scope to our mission.

    Somebody out there has a plan for your life. Somebody has a plan for the world you live in. Time and again I see evidence that there are those who believe that with enough planning, enough energy, and enough work, they will get you into their orbit. They have a plan for your life and for your ...read more

  • Now That's A Baby!

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Dec 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,033 views

    If we follow the "grown-up" Jesus... we will be servants of the Lord.

    Title: Now That’s a Baby! Text: Luke 1:26-38 The Big Idea: If we follow the “grown-up” Jesus… we will be servants of the Lord! Introduction Babies… parents are seldom objective about the cuteness of their children. While some argue that there is no such thing as an ugly baby, I think if we are ...read more

  • Caesar Or God? Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jul 29, 2015
     | 4,776 views

    Leadership, Connection, Priorities

    FOLLOW THE LEADER – Caesar or God? 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 (pg. 824) August 2, 2015 Introduction: Let me tell you that King Herod was not a very nice man, and about as ungodly and ruthless leader as this world has ever known. He murdered his own family and many Rabbis. He was both ...read more

  • Godly Ambition Series

    Contributed by Bob Myers on Sep 8, 2020
     | 5,452 views

    Ambition is a common human motivation. We see it played out in the lives of countless men and women throughout history. In our text today, we observe two kinds of burning ambition. While the passion to achieve desired ends is similar, the motivation sets them worlds apart.

    Who Is This Man? Godly Ambition Mark 10:32-45 Ambition We often talk about people going through “phases.” That’s especially true for those who are growing through adolescence or some other dynamic season of life. “Oh, don’t worry about it,” we tell ourselves, “it’s just a phase.” Grown adults ...read more

  • Why Jesus Chose To Not React To Cultural Or Personality Traits But focused On Principles

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 25 ratings
     | 19,277 views

    1. Jesus knew that He would have been accused of partiality by giving favorable treatment to the rich young ruler over the woman at Jacob's well.

    1. Jesus knew that He would have been accused of partiality by giving favorable treatment to the rich young ruler over the woman at Jacob's well. Surely, Jesus understood all of the elements of social-cultural norms and the intricacies of personalities, but He chose to objectively address all ...read more

  • Favoritism Forbidden

    Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 19, 2001
    based on 168 ratings
     | 9,768 views

    This sermon deals with how we see and treat others, even in the church.

    James 2:1-13 "Favoritism Forbidden" By Pastor Mark Hiehle In our society today, we like to think of ourselves as open-minded and fair. We pride ourselves in believing that we look past externals and avoid making personal judgments of others. Unfortunately, this is not usually true, even in ...read more

  • Herod The Great"? It Depends On Your Perspective

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,187 views

    Criteria for real greatness

    “Herod the Great”? It Depends on One’s Perspective (Acts 12:1-19) 1. Greatness from the world’s perspective is very different from greatness in eyes of God. Consider how some people might have considered Herod a great man. Here was an individual who was keenly fond of popularity. Through shrewd ...read more

  • The Resume Of A Leader Series

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Aug 26, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,759 views

    We all have been gifted to do something within the Kingdom of God. Paul lays out the qualifications of those who desire to be in a leadership position.

    DISCOVERING YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFT (PASTOR); THE RESUME OF A LEADER I TIMOTHY 3:1-7 POET ROBERT FROST IN HIS POEM ROAD LESS TRAVELED BORROWED FROM THE PSALM WRITER OF PSALMS ONE WHEN HE WROTE TWO ROADS DIVERGED IN A YELLOW WOOD, AND I TOOK THE ONE LESS TRAVELED BY, AND THAT HAS MADE ALL THE ...read more

  • The Connection Between Servanthood And Leadership Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,272 views

    This is th first Sermon in the Series entitled Spiritual Leadership

    THE CONNECTION BETWEEN SERVANTHOOD AND LEADERSHIP 1 Timothy 3:1 (NIV) Here is a trustworthy saying: If anyone sets his heart on being an overseer, he desires a noble task. 1 Timothy 3:1 (AMP) THE SAYING is true and irrefutable: If any man [eagerly] seeks the office of bishop (superintendent, ...read more

  • Love, Like, Live.

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Dec 10, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,595 views

    This is a very simple thought that the Lord has been plowing into my heart the last several days. It seems like every circumstance for the past week or so has pointed back to this principle: Love People, Like Things, Live for God.

    This is a very simple thought that the Lord has been plowing into my heart the last several days. It seems like every circumstance for the past week or so has pointed back to this principle: Love People, Like Things, Live for God. ## Love People, Like Things. As you read through the gospels, it ...read more

  • 12 Ordinary Men - John - Fill In The Blank Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 6, 2012
     | 3,972 views

    This is the fill in the blank for the Bible study from 12 Ordinary Men. See also notes from the Bible Study found in the series of sermons here.

    Note: This is a study from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur an excellent book. This is the fill in the blank outline from Adult Bible Fellowships of First Baptist Church Orion. This is not original but worth posting for study. Twelve Ordinary Men Now there was leaning on Jesus’ bosom ...read more