Sermons on Baptism Meaning:

A Daily Diet Of God’s Word Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 16, 2009

Start reading the Bible every day, because it can: 1. change you (vs. 7) 2. cheer you up (vs. 8) 3. clear your vision (vs. 8-10) 4. convict you of sin (vs. 11) 5. cleanse you (vs. 12-14)

New Habits for a New Year Part 1: A Daily Diet of God’s Word Psalm 19:7-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Jan. 18, 2009 *Does anyone here today have any bad habits? Oh yeah. Are there any bad habits you would like to put behind you? Are there any good habits you would like to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

With God We Can

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Feb 16, 2009

Without God life is not worth living, but with God we can make it.

First Church of God in Harvey Sunday Morning, January 11th, 2009 ) Let us pray. Welcome...... This is the day which the Lord hath made we will rejoice and be glad in it. This Sunday should be a day of rejoicing for what God has done, and is doing for us. No matter what we have been going ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: Church Of God

The Beginning Of… Genesis Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 10, 2010

God lays the foundation for all of life and godliness in Genesis.

Scripture Introduction Last week Rebekah and I bought a ball of twine for our pole beans. It came wrapped in plastic with a hole through the middle so that the string was dispensed from the inside. As I wrapped the bean-poles, the packaging held the shape of the outer shell of string, even as the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Song Of Joy

Contributed by James May on Apr 11, 2010

The obedient and committed Child of God brings a song of joy to the very heart of God.

God’s Song of Joy Sunday, April 11, 2010 – AM By Pastor James May There is an old hymn that we often sing that says, “What have I to fear; what have I to dread? I’m leaning on the everlasting arms. I have blessed peace with my Lord so near; leaning on the everlasting ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Beginning Of… Mankind Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 14, 2010

God humbles and gives great hope to mankind, created in his image.

Scripture Introduction “There are one hundred and ninety-three living species of monkeys and apes. One hundred and ninety-two of them are covered with hair. The exception is the naked ape…homo sapiens.” So wrote Zoologist Desmond Morris in his effort to analyze human behavior through the actions ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus' Third Appearance

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 16, 2010

Jesus revealed Himself to His disciples on three different occasions, but He reveals Himself to us every time we look up to HIim and talk to Him.

Text: “This is the third time Jesus showed Himself to His disciples after He was raised from the dead” (v. 14). The first time Jesus appeared to his disciples was the evening of Resurrection Day. This took place in Jerusalem or someplace near Jerusalem where the disciples were ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

After The Resurrection Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 17, 2010

Part two focuses on Forgiveness.

After The Resurrection Part 2 Scripture: Matthew 4:18; 14:28-31; 16:13-20; 17:4; 18:21; John 21:15-17 Introduction: This morning I want to continue with Part 2 of my message “After The Resurrection”. Last week I shared with you that the first thing that became available after the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dying For Gain Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 20, 2010

God makes death a gain for those who desire to be with Christ.

Scripture Introduction Bobby’s first deep-sea fishing trip turned into what he felt certain was the dumbest decision ever made. With every pitch and roll of the boat, he doubted he could survive the remaining four hours of the excursion. Who would believe that seasickness could be so awful? ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Beginning Of… Covenant Promises Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 22, 2010

God’s promises deliver his people from despair and empower faithful living.

Scripture Introduction Lest we suspect that God is like Santa, winking at sin and hoping we will be more nice than naughty, the Bible records the catastrophic and world-wide flood in the days of Noah – God’s judgment on the rampant violence and wickedness which characterized mankind. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Do You Love Me?

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 23, 2010

We are no different than Peter who denied knowing Jesus three times.

Text: “If you love Me, keep My commandments” (John 14:15). If someone were to ask you if you love Jesus, what would you say? If you simply answered “Yes” do you think you would positively convince the person who asked you that question? How do people know without a shadow ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Christian Church

Avoiding Three Common Misuses Of The Bible

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 30, 2010

Jesus points out some of the ways that the Pharisees, Herodians, and Sadducees are not interpreting the Word right.

Three Common Misuses Of The Bible: 1. The highest use of your Bible knowledge is winning a theological argument. - Matthew 22:15-22. - For many people, the ultimate use of their Bible knowledge is the ability to show others (both Christians and non-Christians) that “I’m right and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Friend, Comforter, Helper, Counselor Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 30, 2010

God draws near to those who love him and seek his help.

Scripture Introduction The Apostle John uses the full name, “Holy Spirit” only three times in his book. In chapter one, he quotes another John (the Baptist) as saying that Jesus “baptizes with the Holy Spirit.” And at the end of this book, after the resurrection, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Can We Learn From Mary & Martha (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 30, 2010

I have heard some preachers say we should always be like Mary and less busy than Martha. And I have heard other preachers say we should be more like Martha; always being productive with no idleness in our lives. I believe the Lord wants us to be like Mary

RAYLEIGH AM 17 01 2010 FOCUS What if your car only started once out of every two or three tries, would you consider it to be a good car? What if the postman only came to your house a couple times a week, would you consider him to be reliable? What if the electricity only worked occasionally ...read more

Scripture: John 11:20-44, Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Can We Learn From Mary & Martha (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 30, 2010

Duty and devotion are both necessary but there must be a balance. A balance where neither one would hinder us from exhibiting the other.

Last time we were together we looked at the famous story of Mary and Martha. We concluded that the Lord wants us to be like Mary in our worship, and like Martha in our work. Duty and devotion are both necessary but there must be a balance. A balance where neither one would hinder us from ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jehovah’s Witness Vs. Biblical Christianity Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 2, 2010

Compares Biblical Christianity to Jehovah’s Witness beliefs to understand better the truth of Christianity and that Jehovah’s witness is not a Biblical Christian faith.

Jehovah’s Witness vs. Biblical Christianity Slide Introduction Imagine for a moment, that you are at home this Saturday afternoon watching the Cubs beat Arizona and your doorbell rings. At the door, 2 ladies and a man nicely dressed in a suit and dresses stand there as you open the door. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational