Sermons on Baptismal:

How Obedient Are You Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 15, 2003

Obedience, a lacking need in our society today

How Obedient Are You? Obedience, here is a word that is more commonly associated with the lifestyle training of dogs than it is of people. The dictionary defines obedience as 1. act of obeying: the action or condition of obeying authority 2. CHRISTIANITY church’s rule: the religious ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

"And The Heavens Were Opened"

Contributed by David Washburn on Mar 24, 2003

Why was Jesus baptized? Christ’s baptism is an example of his commitment to God and God’s commitment to him and to us.

Matthew 3:13-17 “And the Heavens Were Opened” March 9, 2003 Why was Jesus baptized? Our Christian faith tells us that Jesus Christ was and is the Son of God and that he lived a life without sin. Baptism is a call to the confession and repentance of sins. This was especially true of the baptism ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Day I Died!

Contributed by David Lansdown on Apr 15, 2003

In thinking about the baptisms of Jon & Jenny, which we will witness shortly, I entitled this message, ‘The Day I Died’.

THE DAY I DIED! Romans 6:1-11 I cant forget the first study on baptism that Jon, Jenny and I did together. In that study we were looking at, amongst other things, the baptism of Jesus. You see Jesus was baptised by John the Baptist. And John’s baptism was for those who saw they needed a saviour – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Baptized!

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 9, 2006

Baptism means that we have been forgiven, cleansed, healed, initiated into God’s family, and set on a mission.

Baptized! Mark 1:4-11 Baptism of our Lord January 8, 2006 Toni and I moved to Denver, Colorado in the late summer of 1977 in order to get settled in for the beginning of my first year of seminary. From our student housing unit, you only had to look west to see three of the fourteen thousand foot ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Methodist

Building Relationships That Last: Eternally

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 21, 2005

RELATIONSHIPS MARK OUR PLACE IN ETERNITY

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS THAT LAST: ETERNALLY LUKE 16: 19-31 JANUARY 9, 2005 INTRODUCTION: I was shocked, confused, bewildered As I entered Heaven’s door Not by the beauty of it all Not by the lights or decor But it was the folks in Heaven Who made me sputter and gasp The thieves, the liars, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Engaging The Community: It Is Going To Be A Fight

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 21, 2005

Our God has called us to engage the community around us and it will be a fight!

ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY: IT IS GOING TO BE A FIGHT EXODUS 17: 1-17 FEBRUARY 20, 2005 INTRODUCTION: BEYOND REDEMPTION? There are about 600 inmates who await execution in the state of California. A dozen of these are women. All of them have committed heinous crimes. But that doesn’t stop Ann Baker, a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-17, Exodus 17:17

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With The Devil

Contributed by Richard Harsell on Jun 2, 2005

Jesus serves as our example when it comes to dealing with the temptations of Satan in every day life

Dealing With the Devil Text: Matthew 4: 1 - 11 Richard F. Harsell friendshippastor@yahoo.com The pages of Scripture are strangely silent concerning the nearly 20 - year period of Jesus’ life prior to the beginning of His’ earthly ministry, but Matthew picks up the story beginning somewhere ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Watermark Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 19, 2005

A relationship with God is a life changing experience

GOD, WATER AND LIFE SEPTEMBER 26, 2004 Romans 6:4-8 “Watermark” INTRODUCTION A young girl boards an oceanliner for a trip to America—the new world. The emotions of fear and excitement rage within her as she climbs the gangplank. What she is doing is not an easy task. She is leaving behind ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran

What Do I Believe: Every Day Is The Only Way

Contributed by Joe Harding on Sep 1, 2004

Our Lord wants us in a relationship that exists everyday, a relationship of faith!

WHAT DO I BELIEVE: EVERY DAY IS THE ONLY WAY HABAKKUK 1:1-4; 2:1-4 AUGUST 15, 2004 INTRODUCTION: A lady called American Airlines and asked the reservation clerk, "How long does it take to get from Dallas-Fort Worth to Frankfort, Germany?" The clerk had to wait a moment for the information to come ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Why Should I Be Baptized?

Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004

I guess my dad summed it up pretty simply. In fact, I was taken back at his statement. He said,“You know how I would answer that question, why I should be baptized? Because the Bible says to do it.”

Why Should I Be Baptized? Introduction: Last week we took a look at several facts concerning Biblical baptism. Just a recap: The Authority = In the name of the Father, Son, Holy Spirit The Method = 5 requirements o Water o Much water o Going to the water o Going down into the water o Coming up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Jesus To The Water

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 27, 2004

The world is confused about baptism. We follow Christ to the water to be baptized like him.

FOLLOWING JESUS TO THE WATER FOCUS: THE BAPTISM OF JESUS GIVES PRINCIPLES THAT CHRISTIANS CAN FOOLOW AS THEY FOLLOW JESUS INTO THE WATER. FUNCTION: TO ENCOURAGE CHRISTIANS TO FOLLOW JESUS INTO THE WATER AS A MODEL FOR BAPTISM. INTRODUCTION In the religious world there have been many ways ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seven Ducks Iin Muddy Water Series

Contributed by Sue Richard on Aug 20, 2004

Naaman is a parable of the salvation story. His total obedience brought wholeness.

Seven Ducks in Muddy Water II Kings 5:1-19 Many years ago when Wesley and I were about the age of the preteens here, we had a guest evangelist who came to our large Mennonite church in Iowa. He included a children’s story as part of the worship that Sunday and spoke to the children ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Concluding Remarks: Why Are You Standing Here

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jun 28, 2005

Jesus’ concluding remarks were the promise of the Holy Spirit who would empower the Church to carry the message of Jesus great Salvation to all who would repent and believe the Gospel!

CONCLUDING REMARKS: WHY ARE YOU STANDING HERE ACTS 1: 1-11 JUNE 12, 2005 INTRODUCTION: Subject: Rookie Trooper Billy Graham was returning to Charlotte after a speaking engagement and when his plane arrived there was a limousine there to transport him to his home. As he prepared to get into the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Fire Proofing Our Children

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jun 28, 2005

When our faith is under fire, we must stand!

FIRE PROOFING OUR CHILDREN DANIEL 3: 13-30 JUNE 26, 2005 INTRODUCTION: A Jewish businessman in Chicago sent his son to Israel for a year to absorb the culture. When the son returned, he said, "Papa, I had a great time in Israel. By the way, I converted to Christianity." "Oy vey," said the father, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:13-30

Denomination: Baptist

Reboot With God's Promise

Contributed by Christopher Goelzer on Jan 20, 2004

Ecourage and Empower the believers to use the Promise of God to bring them repentant hearts, confident faith and a growing congregation.

Acts 2:37-47 The Day of Pentecost NIV Acts 2:37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, "Brothers, what shall we do?" 38 Peter replied, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-47

Denomination: Lutheran