Sermons on Avoidance:

Being Christlike In Conflict Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

Paul's example of dealing with conflict

Acts 15 - Godly Conflict - 6/11/18 Turn with me this morning to the book of Acts, chapter 15. We are going to look at a passage of scripture today that hits us all where we live. We looked in chapter 14 last week and saw Paul and Barnabas on on their first missionary trip - and some of you might ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persevere Through Problems Series

Contributed by Peter Toy on Mar 8, 2013

Problems are the path to perfection.

Problems are the path to perfection. I don’t know about you, but I don’t like having problems in my life. In fact I’ll do just about anything to avoid them. But avoiding problems doesn’t make them go away. Instead often they only get worse. Neville Chamberlain became the prime minister of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get Along With Christians

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Aug 4, 2024

Jesus said that our love for other believers would be a testimony to the gospel. But sometimes, it's hard to tolerate, much less love, our fellow Christians. In his letter to the Colossians, Paul tells us how to do it.

As I look around the room this morning, I see a lot of white and gray hair. That’s nothing to be ashamed of; in fact, Proverbs 16:31 tells us that “Gray hair is a crown of glory”. A “crown of glory”. I like that. My problem is that my crown gets a little smaller every year. By the way, I tried to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Can You Hear Me Now?” (Sermon On Prayer) (1 Of 3)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 25, 2023

The cell phone industry is one of the most highly competitive businesses in the marketing world. In the U.S., that competition is extreme.

Beginning in 2002, Verizon ran a TV campaign they called "Test Man." Their catchphrase became - "Can you hear me now?" This became the catchphrase for Verizon for the next nine years. It was an interesting marketing strategy. Many cell phone providers fight the competition ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Matthew 5:5-6, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Undecided

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002

The most dangerous place on any road is the middle!

*Illus. Donkey straved while deciding about 2 bails of hay 1. Does not refer to those who are openly skeptical. [“scoffers” “fools” (Ps. 14:1)] 2. Nor those who openly confess Christ and live for Him with a whole heart. There are at least five different kinds of people referred to. [“halt” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21

Denomination: Baptist

The Consequences Of Sin Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 9, 2003

In this sermon the consequences of the original sin in the garden are examined.

Genesis 3:8-24 October 6, 2002 We live in a society where the idea of consequences for one’s actions are downplayed. We have been told for decades now that you can practice free love - there are no consequences. You can get divorced - there are no consequences for the kids. Why, in Canada you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-24

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Of Peace Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 17, 2004

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Fruit Producers".

Series: Fruit Producers [#3] FRUIT OF PEACE Galatians 5:22 Introduction: Galatians 5:22 says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace…” 1. The Hebrew word for peace is shalom. It means freedom from trouble, experiencing the highest good, enjoying the very best, possessing all the inner ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

Great News, The End Is Not Yet

Contributed by Dwaine Evans on Sep 4, 2005

How do we respond to the victums of a natural desaster?

Great news, the end is not yet Mark 13: 5 - 23 I. Labor day was started by the labor department to honor all those who have helped in great advances and achievements of the labor work force. A. Sears Building B. Massive Highways. C. A City below sea level D. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:5-23

Denomination: Holiness

Till Death Do Us Part Series

Contributed by Benjamin Mcphaull on Dec 19, 2004

This describes God’s desire that marriage is for life. Marriage is not something that is entered into lightly.

TILL’ DEATH DO US PART Introduction: The farmer and the divorce case story. I. The Creation of Marriage A. God brings Adam and Eve together B. God places His stamp of approval on marriage- It is good II. The Insitution of The Law of Moses Concerning Divorce Deut 24:1-4 A. What sin has done to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:1-4

Denomination: Adventist

God Fearers Series

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Nov 6, 2002

"The Pathway To Fruitfulness," sermon series reveals several keys that will help you maintain a fruitful walk with the Lord.

Part 3: God Fearers C. Fear God (v. 7) a. Godly fear defined… i. To fear God means we have a reverence and respect for Him. ii. If we recognize God as the all- powerful creator of the universe and we serve Him as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Duty

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on May 25, 2007

Memorial Day sermon paralleling the duty of our soldiers SOme of this was adapted from Melvin Worthington

Our Duty James 1:1-27 Key Verse 22 The real test = DO the Word – Duty -from the word “due” ie taxes are due, bills are due -- Duty is what is due the Lord our Savior! James makes a clear statement here -- just knowing the Word is not enough! Evidently James (the brother of Jesus) writing to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Compassionate Conduct

Contributed by John Harper on Nov 11, 2008

To live in harmony we must watch we say to one another. The Lord is watching

I Peter 3:8-12 September 3, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper “Compassionate Conduct” Introduction: • How can we live in harmony with one another? • How can we avoid saying the wrong things? • How can we be on our best behavior? I. LIVE IN HARMONY (vs. 8-9) A. Be sympathetic 1. Love as brothers 2. Be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Evil Of Envy Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 26, 2007

What envy does to a life

We need to learn three things about handling envy in our lives, whether we are the ones envying or the ones being envied. 1. The REASONS for Envy (37:1-11) A. The brothers knew Joseph was favored (37:3-4) B. Joseph received special treatment (37:3) C. God spoke to Joseph (37:5-11) D. Joseph knew ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:11

Denomination: Baptist

Questions To Be Answered: Knowing The Will Of God Series

Contributed by John Romeo Verastigue Etis on Apr 29, 2015

Knowing God's Will

GOD'S AMAGRACE I. .DEFINITION OF GRACE 1. God's undeserved, unmerited, unearned favor to man (Eph 2:8-9) 2. God's enabling power given to man (1 Cor 15:10) II. THE BASIS OF GOD'S ACCEPTANCE TO MAN 1. By law God to Israel (Deut 28) 2. By grace 3. By mixture of law and grace Galatianism ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Christian Church

The Great Race

Contributed by Dr. Michael Pope on May 11, 2015

Msg on finishing strong to the end.

THE GREAT RACE HEB 12:1-4 4 FEB 2015 DR. M POPE INTRO: There’s an old movie The Great Race with Tony Curtis 1. v 1 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist