Sermons on Apostle Of Grace:

Identity Alive In Christ

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 31, 2009

Paul has just finished his fit of praise for God’s wonderful heavenly blessings. We find that our identity is sealed in Christ. We also find that we are rich and God His power to work in us. In Chapter two we find the solution to mans situation -- sin.

Intro: I logged onto the internet on my wife’s computer Friday to find the threes company star Suzanne Somers was on the Oprah Winfrey show. She was talking to Oprah and her audience about how hormone replacement therapy had helped here defeat the monster of menopause. If I remember correctly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jonah: Behind The Story

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Feb 1, 2009

Some scripture can be perplexing if one is not familiar with times in which it is written.

Jonah: Behind the Story by Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. The Timeline 1. Written around 800-750 BC 2. Jeroboam II was the king of Israel. II Kings 14: 25 a. This validates Jonah as a real person. b. Some believe Jonah was a fictional person. 3. Actually occurred ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Are You? Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 5, 2009

This is not only a question God posed to Adam, but one posed to all of us in our walk with God. Where are we in relation to God and to our journey with him?

Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-14 “Where Are You?” INTRODUCTION Shopping malls across the country have been using a fantastic shopping aid for several years. Of course, I speak of the mall map that shows all of the store locations, and with a big red arrow exclaims, “You are here!” It is very helpful ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

What Sets Christianity Apart

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 26, 2006

A Sermon on God’s grace and our response to it.

WHAT SETS CHRISTIANITY APART Years ago, a large international conference was held of religious leaders from around the world. In the midst of the conference, a debate began about what it was that set Christianity apart from other religions. Some argued that it was God coming in the flesh that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism Service

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Mar 4, 2010

service of Baptism

This morning we have been celebrating the birth of a child that was called Emmanuel through our gathering together as a church family, our prayers for one another, our financial giving and especially in music. In recent weeks we have looked at the story of John the Baptist and his call to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:11-12

Denomination: Congregational

Two Better Than One Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 31, 2010

Consider the two covenants and which is the best of the two. (in reality, we already know) 1- The covenant of law 2- The covenant of faith

INTRO.- Are two better than one? It depends on what you're talking about. ILL.- It's been three years ago that my daughter and her family visited us. You may recall an incident that I told you about and maybe not. I offered to wash their car so my son-in-law, Chris, and I went to the car wash ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remembering God This Year Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jun 7, 2010

God delivers us from the cycle of disobedience, defeat, and distress when we remember him all the year long.

Scripture Introduction We could summarize the book of Judges with one word: “Forgetting.” Here appear some of the Bible’s most colorful characters and interesting stories, but the theme of “forgetting God” unites all. In his departing messages to Israel, Moses warned of this very real ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Goal Is To Live A Holy Life

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 26, 2010

How to live a holy life

Acts 19:1-6 While Apollos was in Corinth, Paul traveled through the interior provinces. Finally, he came to Ephesus, where he found several believers. [2] "Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?" he asked them. "No," they replied, "we don't know what you mean. We haven't even ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

What State Are You In?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 13, 2010

We need to know where we are at all times.

WHAT STATE ARE YOU IN ? We find ourselves in the wrong state of mine sometimes. We must understand that where we are is very important to us . There are four states of man in the Bible lets look at those four. 1. Our creation we were in a state of (Innocence) Gen. 1:26 And God ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:2

Denomination: Baptist

How God’s Working Enables Good Works Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 25, 2010

God graciously works obedience into the lives of his people.

Scripture Introduction Christians have disagreed and debated, since the earliest days of the church, God’s role versus the believer’s role in growth in godliness. Some Bible verses, considered by themselves, seem to support popular phrases like, “Let go and let God,” or “I can’t; God can.” Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Other Side Of The Road

Contributed by James Roberts on Apr 5, 2010

The story of the Good Samaritan told in a different way.

THE OTHER SIDE OF THE ROAD Luke 10:29-35 INTRO: A. Note the going down Road from Jerusalem to Jericho - about 18 miles descending about 3000 ft. 1. Minding his own business Stripped, beaten, robbed of all he had. a. Wounded - probably resisting the theives Our own strength and wits ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:29-35

Denomination: Baptist

Benefits Of Being A Saint

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on May 6, 2010

I. Grace that exceeds II. Gifts that equip III. Guarantee that encourages

BENEFITS OF BEING A SAINT I Corinthians 1:1-8 I. Grace that exceeds II. Gifts that equip III. Guarantee that encourages __________________________ The troubles of the church at Corinth have been well-documented. They were divided over personalities, tolerated immorality, abused Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Mercy In Our Messes Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 17, 2010

God gives wisdom to those who need and seek.

Scripture Introduction We owe much to our mothers, including life itself. But for all they give and give, perhaps their greatest contribution is the things moms teach us: • They teach us about receiving: “You are going to get it when we get home!” • About logic, “Because I said so, that’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:16-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Genesis 6 - Part 5 - Would You Like A Name Like "When He Dies, Judgment!"? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 18, 2009

The name Methuselah means "When he dies, judgment". It’s a prophetic name. Methusaleh was the oldest man who ever lived indicating that God held off judgment till the last minute. This speaks to me of God’s grace.

Genesis 6 - Part 5 - If you’re looking for a good name for your newborn, what about a name like "When he dies, judgment!"? Did you notice in Genesis 6:3 that it says "My Spirit shall not strive with man forever, because he also is flesh; nevertheless his days shall be one hundred and twenty ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Romans 3:21-31 Series

Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Dec 24, 2009

God’s grace, through Jesus Christ, by no means cheapens His righteous holy requirements. Rather, it shows just how demanding He is! There is NO HOPE for anyone fulfilling those requirements apart from Jesus. So, through Jesus and the Law, God has leveled

Outline for CBF August 2, 2009 Intro. I. Through Jesus the Father shows that His righteousness is in a class by itself! 22-23 A. It’s not just a “greater righteousness: it is “the only righteousness!” (take v. 21 together with vv. 19 & 20.) TS. God’s righteousness is greater! Paul, here, tells ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible