Sermons on Basics:

Truth Detectors 1.3: The Truth About God Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on May 10, 2004

This is the third message in a series on basic Christian doctrine. It provides the foundation for a proper understanding of the doctrine of God. (05-02-04)

*Outlines, fill-in-the-blank sheets, and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are available. For more information, please contact pastorgeoff@bellsouth.net. Truth Detectors [Episode 1] Message 3 “The Truth About God” Psalm 139:7-10 Opening Illustration A young woman brought her fiancé home to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Detectors 1.5: The Truth About The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on May 18, 2004

This is the fifthmessage in a series on basic Christian doctrine. It provides the foundation for a proper understanding of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. (05-16-04)

*Outlines, fill-in-the-blank sheets, and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are available. For more information, please contact pastorgeoff@bellsouth.net. Truth Detectors [Episode 1] Message 5 “The Truth About the Holy Spirit” John 16:7-11 Opening Illustration Show Video Clip, “Larry – Doubt and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

At Your Command

Contributed by Rich Hadley on Dec 17, 2001

Jesus has promised us that if we will commit ourselves wholly to the Kingdom of God that all our basic needs will be provided.

At Your Command Introduction: Matthew 6:25-33 Proposition:Jesus commands us not to worry each day for our basic needs but to,instead, be about our daily spiritual duties. (Outline) I.RECOGNIZE HIS INTEGRITY (by) A.Obey(ing) His Commands 1.The Soldier 2.The Christian B.Perform(ing) All ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33

Denomination: Holiness

Kindling The Fire Of Revival

Contributed by Clark Frailey on May 3, 2002

A look at how to kindle the fire of revival in church. Covers some basic history, definitions of revival, and a challenge to be a revival church.

Kindling the Fire of Revival "Where there is no vision, the people perish." (Prov 28:18) INTRODUCTION: Background 1) ILLUS. / Revival Defined a. A visiting preacher was concerned when he began the first night of a revival meeting and noticed all of the men wearing guns. Although rattled, he did ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Vows

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 12, 2004

This chapter makes it clear that the home is basic to the nation, that there must be authority and subordination in the home, and that truth is what binds society together.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: This chapter makes it clear that the home is basic to the nation, that there must be authority and subordination in the home, and that truth is what binds society together. There is a difference between “vows” and “oaths.” The vow was a promise to do a certain thing ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 30:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Soul Food Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 18, 2010

Basic sermon on how to grow in Christ- Keep feeding on the milk of the Word (1 Peter 1:22-2:3)

Sermon for 10/17/2010 1 Peter 2:1-3 Soul Food HoHum: Have children come up front. Do you see this cooler? This is what I used to take to work when I preached in NC and when I worked for a time at Wal Mart. My wife, Crystal, would put my lunch in it. Let's see what I have for lunch today. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Excuses For Rejecting God Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Oct 24, 2007

Part 5 in the series Faith Basics. This sermon looks at the six most common reasons that people do not turn to God.

Excuses for Rejecting God Faith Basics, part 5 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers September 23, 2007 Jesus told a story about the excuses people make for rejecting God. Luke 14:16-24 (NIV) 16 Jesus replied: "A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests. 17 At the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Free Methodist

Being A Faithful Part Of The Church

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Mar 10, 2008

In the first century, as in the Third World today, the basics of commitment to the Church were understood. God’s Word is clear on this.

BEING A FAITHFUL PART OF THE CHURCH MARCH 9, 2008 Pastor Eric J. Hanson Read I Corinthians 12:12-27 Read I Peter 2:4-10 A GODLY ASSUMPTION Did you know that the writers of the New Testament assumed that the people of the Lord in each city they wrote to, were faithful in being there when the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Is The Bible

Contributed by Andy Johnson on Aug 18, 2006

This is a sermon for Christians to get back to the basics. It has Vince Lombardi’s speech as it’s introduction - "Gentlemen, this is a football."

This Is The Bible - Andy Johnson Intro: Vince Lombardi – Gentlemen, this is a football. He certainly did not have to tell these men what this object was. He was not trying to demean or belittle them. He was simply making the point that they were going to go back to the basics. Just as Vince ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Faces Of Faith Series

Contributed by Vincent Oliver on May 1, 2007

In feeding the 5000 Jesus demonstrated His concern for the basic needs of man and His need to strengthen His disciples’ faith.

“The Three Faces of Faith” Pastor V. P. Oliver John 6: 5-11 The occasion of our text, Jesus feeding 5000 with a few loaves of barley bread and couple pieces of dried fish, was a miracle of such magnitude that it is recorded in all four Gospels. The Apostle John, the writer of this account, tells ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Leah

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Nov 18, 2002

By examining the experiences of Leah, the modern church need to learn three basic lessons in order to better minister to people needs.

Lessons from Leah Genesis 29:31-35 The best teacher is Experience. When nothing else can teach us some of life’s most important questions, Experience can. We should learn from our own experiences, Experience is the best teacher. The lessons we learn from experience we seldom forget. If a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Teaches About The Christian Family Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 7, 2013

Paul teaches some basics about the Christian family and the importance of living OUT our faith in everything we do.

Colossians 3:18-25 [NLT] February 06, 2013 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians Bible Study Paul’s teaches on the Christian Household: In ch1-2 Paul was all about exalting Christ and the sufficiency of Christ for salvation and for walking and living out our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Mass And Martyrdom Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 22, 2013

The fortnight for religious freedom is a time to get back to basics and understand our history, our worship, and our mission to the world

June 24, 2013 Sacrosanctum Concilium Today we celebrate, with a solemnity, one of the three critical birthdays recognized by the Church. These nativities are those of Jesus–of course–the Blessed Virgin Mary, and now St. John the Baptist. I’ve noted in other homilies that the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Catholic

The Greatest Of Them All Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

Paul calls us back to the basics – love. This chapter is not so much a definition of love as it is a display of love. Love is an action.

THE GREATEST OF THEM ALL I CORINTHIANS 13:1-13 INTRODUCTION: Paul calls us back to the basics – love. This chapter is not so much a definition of love as it is a display of love. Love is an action. Consider this brief outline. I. Love Is Essential (v.1-3) A. Language without Love is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

An Introduction To Prayer Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 12, 2024

Prayer is communicating with God. It takes different forms, but basically it occurs when man talks with God and God talks with man.

TOPIC: AN INTRODUCTION TO PRAYER - LESON 1 INTRODUCTION You are about to begin an exciting spiritual adventure. In this school of prayer, you will learn about a powerful supernatural resource available to the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:8