Sermons on Barnabas Retreat:

He That Winneth Souls Is Wise No. 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

The story is told of a young farmer who was drafted into the Confederate army to serve during the Civil War.

The war was such a strain on the South that they did not have time to train the recruits. They drafted them to serve and placed them on the battle line to fight. This one young man was drafted and never had time to learn how: • To salute. • To keep in step as he marched. • Even, to know what the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Proverbs 11:30

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing God As Jehovah Jireh

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 18, 2022

In addition to being a symbolic parallel with the crucifixion account of Christ; Genesis chapter 22 shares an example of walking in faith and obedience to God, and experiencing the Lord’s provision in our lives as a result.

I have entitled our message this morning, “Knowing God as Jehovah Jireh,” and I wish to look at our passage of Scripture in a practical way. First off, I want to say that I am well-aware of the symbolism that parallels the crucifixion account of Christ; however, there is more to this passage than ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Between Weird And Worldly Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Sep 17, 2020

In dealing with the world around us we need to be in the world to witness without letting the world's, ways and values get into us. Maintaining this balance some will see us as weird and some as worldly

BETWEEN WEIRD AND WORLDLY Bob Marcaurelle meadowbrookbaptist.cc “The Lord says, ‘Come out from among them and be separated from them. Then I will receive you and be a Father to you. You will be my sons and daughters.’” (2 Corinthians 6:17-18) PART 1: In Grammar School I was walking down ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3, 2 Corinthians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

A View From The Finish Line - Part 2

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 2, 2003

A retirement home resident asked some children who were touring the home if they had any questions. “Yes,” one girl said. “How old are you?” “I’m 98,” she replied proudly. Clearly impressed, the child’s eyes grew wide with wonder. “Did you start at one?”

SERMONIC / WORSHIP THEME Opening Statement: A retirement home resident asked some children who were touring the home if they had any questions. “Yes,” one girl said. “How old are you?” “I’m 98,” she replied proudly. Clearly impressed, the child’s eyes grew wide with wonder. “Did you start at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

The Importance Of Silence

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2006

Communion Meditation for July 9, 2006

(1) The word ‘vacation’ according to the Webster’s Second New Riverside Dictionary means ‘a period of time for pleasure, rest, or relaxation.’ Europeans call ‘taking a vacation’ ‘taking a holiday’ or ‘going on holiday’ and for some the month of August is a month of taking their holiday. In fact, in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Church Of God

Just Jesus

Contributed by John Ross on Nov 7, 2002

Jesus returned to his hometown, only to be greeted as "Just Jesus." Who are the hometown prophets we need to hear from?

Just Jesus” Mark 6:1-4 August 4, 2002 You know the definition of a “church expert?” Answer: Anybody that lives more than 45 miles away from your church! Strange the way distance creates expertise and influence. Acc’d to that definition by the way, I’m no expert…I just live a few miles from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Woman, The Child And The Dragon Part Iii Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 10, 2014

Third in the series

This week, we finish up the third message in Revelation 12, "The Woman, The Child and The Dragon. So far, have identified the Woman as Israel, as seen in the imagery of the Woman clothed with the sun, moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars being identified with the dream of Joseph in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:5-6

Denomination: Bible Church

How Far Will You Go?

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Aug 31, 2009

Jesus requires your all. Do you give it? A message on commitment.

Luke 9:57-62 How Far Will You Go? Introduction – Burning the Boats On April 21st, in the year 1519, the Spanish explorer Hernando Cortez sailed into the harbor of Vera Cruz, Mexico. He brought with him only about 600 men, and yet over the next two years his vastly outnumbered forces were able to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Get A Grip! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 10, 2020

We are born with them. We are often driven by them. Our emotions can help us and hurt us. The real challenge? Can our emotions help us Make a Difference?

I'm Mad Pt. 1 - Get a Grip! I. Introduction There are a lot of ways to say it. I "fly off the handle." I have a short fuse. I'm about to flip out. I'm hot under the collar. I'm about to have a cow. I'm about to go postal. Cheesed off! Or I'm salty! It really ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2, 2 Samuel 23:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wiles Of The Devil

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 31, 2020

Satan is the master of deception and is planning your demise. A word study on the word "wiles" and how that impacts our lives.

IT DOESN’T MATTER IF ONE IS PLAYING CARDS WITH FRIENDS, ENJOYING A PICK-UP GAME OF BASKETBALL AT THE GYM, OR EVEN LENDING SOMETHING OF VALUE TO A FRIEND, NOBODY LIKES IT WHEN SOMEONE IS CAUGHT CHEATING, TRYING TO MANIPULATE THE RULES, BREAKS OR FAILS TO RETURN WHAT WAS BORROWED. WE HATE CHEATING. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13, 1 Peter 5:8, Matthew 4:5-6, Psalm 91:11-12, 1 Peter 5:7-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Fly High - Acts Part 11 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 27, 2006

Acts 13:1-13 teaches us the importance of prayer, fasting and worship and it also shows us that we are to be godly leaders who are directed and filled with the Holy Spirit.

Fly High – Acts part 11 On the Lighter side of life: See funny pictures from Aha.com Opening Illustration: A NATIONAL PRAYER OF REPENTANCE Joe Wright is the pastor of Central Christian Church in Wichita, KS. On January 23, 1996, He was asked to be the guest chaplain for the Kansas State House in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holy Ground

Contributed by Vernon Murray on Mar 11, 2004

Whether or not you have ever been to Israel, you can discover holy ground along the common pathways of everyday life.

INTRODUCTION Many Christians have experienced the exhilaration of touring the Holy Land. They have felt the exuberance of walking where Jesus walked and kneeling where He prayed. They have witnessed the wonder of life while standing at the empty tomb. These sacred experiences will linger for a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Holy War Indeed

Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 12, 2003

This sermon addresses the concept of war from a literal standpoint as well as from a spiritual standpont.

A Holy War Indeed (Joshua 10:1-15) We have been bombarded with literature, media coverage, and may have even had persons come up to us and state that a war is being fought as a result of God’s intervention on behalf of a people. While in most instances that I have just ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Why Should I Be Discouraged

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2003

Jesus refused to let people discourage, frustrate, or defeat Him because of their faulty perception of His worth. The Lord knew that His success was not determined by peoples’ estimate of His worth but focused on His heavenly Father’s overwhelming love, p

1. Jesus refused to let people discourage, frustrate, or defeat Him because of their faulty perception of His worth. The Lord knew that His success was not determined by peoples’ estimate of His worth but focused on His heavenly Father’s overwhelming love, power, and advocacy for Him and His ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Run To Win Series

Contributed by Joe Warren on Jan 29, 2025

So many Day 1’s in our lives • Day 1 of coming to this earth

Day 1 when you say your first word • Day 1 take your first step • Day 1 of starting school • Day one of the first Date • Day one of Marriage • Day 1 of a new job • Day 1 of making Jesus Lord • Day 1 of this year Lets make today Day one: Day 1: Run to Win Lets make today Day one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27