Sermons on Balance Truth With Love:

Then... Came Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 28, 2022

Notice, our Bible tells us in verse 19, that the disciples were “assembled” behind closed doors.

Many folks believe it is possible the doors were locked since the reason they were shut up was because they feared for their lives. The Greek word used for “closed” here certainly indicates “secured” or “locked.” Since the Bible points out that they were behind closed doors at that particular ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

God Is A Waymaker

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 17, 2021

GOD WILL MAKE A WAY, WHERE THERE SEEMS TO BE NO WAY! We’re going to look at how ‘God will make a Way’ for Broken-Hearted People, for people facing severe Temptations, and for those with Impossible Needs!

GOD IS A WAYMAKER God Makes a Way Where There Seems To Be No Way Isa. 43:16-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Prison Breaks 1. I heard that two prisoners escaped from Ellis 2 prison. One is seven feet tall and one is four feet six. The police are looking high and low for them. 2. Why did all the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Giving Honor Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 2, 2021

David chose to invite Mephibosheth to the king's table and took care of all his needs. Why would he do this and what can we learn from his example? Check out these thoughts from Scott Jewell, our Family Minister.

We’ve been looking at a number of “children’s stories” from the Bible this summer. I finally get a turn to share what has become one of my favorite stories because of how it’s been connected to the week of church camp at the Ark, where Jeff and I have been faculty. I’ll talk more about that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Messiah In The Context Of Jewish History

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 3, 2021

Normally when we talk about the arrival of the messiah we’re talking about it in the context of Christmas season and we end with a very colored picture, seeing Jesus in the context of Christmas trees, bells, candy canes, and lights.

Normally when we talk about the arrival of the messiah we’re talking about it in the context of Christmas season and we end with a very colored picture, seeing Jesus in the context of Christmas trees, bells, candy canes, and lights. But today, I’d like to shift our perspective, and we shall try to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Test Of The Bread Of Life

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 17, 2021

The words of Jesus about ‘eating His flesh and drinking His blood’ have caused a lot of misunderstandings and divisions. But the all-knowing God is really checking to see if we will trust Him even if we don't understand!

THE TEST OF THE BREAD OF LIFE John 6:56-69 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A new chaplain was hired for a prison unit. He was excited to preach his first Sunday service in the prison, but he was also very nervous. He didn’t want to say the wrong thing. 2. On Sunday morning he arrived at the prison. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:56-69

Denomination: Assembly Of God

For A Little Guy, He Turned Out To Be A Pretty Big Man

Contributed by David Nolte on May 13, 2021

People won't always like us and they shut us out, but Jesus will not reject us.

There are people in this world who just never fit in, who never find a place, who never get invited. Charlie brown for instance. Here’s a typical scene from his life: Charlie Brown is walking along when he approaches two girls. One of them says, “Well, what are you doing here?” Then both girls ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

This Changes Everything!

Contributed by John Bright on May 22, 2021

A sermon for Pentecost Sunday

“This Changes Everything!” Acts 2:1-4 A sermon for 5/23/21 Pentecost Sunday Pastor John Bright Acts 2 “1 When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Luke 9:1-2, Luke 10:2-3, John 20:22, Acts 2:41, Acts 2:46-47, Acts 4:29-31, Luke 19:5-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Stubborn Evangelist Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

This short story is one where Jonah is in flight; it’s also one where God is in pursuit. Jonah’s life is really one of a boomerang for he ends up in the place that ran from in the beginning. For four chapters we’ll witness Jonah’s futile flight as well as God’s persistent pursuit.

Note: The entire book of Jonah is read before I preach. Today we launch a new four part series entitled Jonah: The Stubborn Evangelist. And it is coming at just the right time for our church (more on the timing in just a moment). Most only know it as an amusing story about a prophet and a “whale.” ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lifted Up!

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 5, 2021

The following sermon is going to review John 3:14-15 and Numbers 21:4-9 to learn how to proclaim this Good News in a manner that the lost of this world might understand, be born again and receive eternal life!

Lifted Up John 3:14-15, Numbers 21:4-9 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Imagine what courage it must have taken for a Pharisees and member of the ruling council who were antagonistic towards Christ to publicly declare “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-15, Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Chasing Loins.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 13, 2021

Once I heard a sermon about a man named Benaiah, who chased a loin into a pit on a snowy day and killed it. I could hardly believe this was recorded in the Bible;

Chasing Loins. 2 Samuel 23:20-21NLT Once I heard a sermon about a man named Benaiah, who chased a loin into a pit on a snowy day and killed it. I could hardly believe this was recorded in the Bible; Moreover, very little has been said about Benaiah. Because of Benaiah’s fearless act, he was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:20-21, 2 Samuel 23:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Faithful Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jun 14, 2021

Closely related to God's immutability is His faithfulness. All Scripture references are from the NASB.

As we have considered the attributes of God, last week we looked at God never changing. The God of the Old Testament is the same God of the New Testament. Only God can say “I never change.” (Malachi 3:6). Very closely related to the unchangeableness of God is His faithfulness. When we encounter ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Heals The Whole Person

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Feb 18, 2022

Jesus is here for us to heal the invisible, deepest pains in our hearts.

Our text for this morning is a really nice story about Jesus, a story that shows a number of things. It shows some beautiful things about his character. It starts to explain to us why such an amazing man was persecuted and even put to death. It shows some deep insight into us human beings. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26, Matthew 9:1-8, Mark 2:1-12

Me, Worry? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 27, 2022

We all have things we're unsure about regarding the future. How do we give our anxieties to God and trust Him to handle the future? Check out these thoughts from our Family Minister, Scott Jewell.

We’re wrapping up our series on Insomniacs: Things that keep you up at night. Last week we looked back and talked about handling regret. Today we’re looking forward to the future, dealing with our anxieties. What about the future makes us worry? I took an unofficial FB poll this week- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making A Difference 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 28, 2022

Notice these words, “And of some have compassion MAKING A DIFFERENCE…”

Some can live their entire life and never make any difference in a positive way. For example, God can leave some people on this earth for 90 or 100 years, and when they die, their life has made very little DIFFERENCE! Illus: God let Methuselah live on this earth for 969 years, and the only thing ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles 32 Of 39

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

When Paul arrived in Jerusalem, he gave a report of how God had been using him to bring scores of Gentiles to the Lord.

. After his report, the church leaders in Jerusalem told him about the devout Jews who were still practicing the Jewish ceremonial laws along with their salvation. They suggested that Paul, rather than incite a riot, join four men who had just completed their Nazarite vow, so when the devout Jews ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:27, Acts 22:1-30

Denomination: Baptist