Sermons on Bats:

How To Become A Child Of God

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 26, 2020

Sermon based on John 1:12 - Shows how a person may become a child of God through receiving & believing in Jesus.

“HOW TO BECOME A CHILD OF GOD” John 1:1-12 FBCF – 10/25/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – WELCOME TO FRIEND DAY! Nothing like having a good friend. - Share good times – play ball, hunt/fish/camp, shop, cheer teams - Go through the bad times - Have fun together - Have each other’s back – take up for each ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Painful Waiting

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 11, 2021

When waiting gets on your nerves........

Waiting Genesis 16:1”Now Sarai, Abram's wife had borne him no children, and she had an Egyptian maid whose name was Hagar.” When waiting gets on your nerves! As we read this chapter, it had been more than ten years since the promise was made regarding Abram’s descendants. Hey friend, waiting ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Dark Side Of Halloween Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 31, 2025

May this sermon serve as a reminder of God's love and the importance of living a life that honors Him. May we all strive to live in the light of His love and avoid the darkness of the world

Reasons Why Halloween is Demonic 1. Halloween originated from ancient pagan festivals that worshipped false gods. (Deuteronomy 12:30-31, 2 Corinthians 6:14-17) 2. It involves occult practices, divination, and spiritism.(Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Galatians 5:19-21) 3. The holiday promotes fear, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:17, Galatians 6:7-8

Foreshadowing Jesus’ Fate

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 24, 2022

How did John foreshadow Jesus' sacrifice? Learn what the phrase "the lamb of God" means. We must tell the story of Jesus as often as possible.

Foreshadowing Jesus’ Fate John 1:19-34 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 1:19 This is the testimony of John, when the Jews sent to him priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, “Who are you?” 20 And he confessed and did not deny, but confessed, “I am not the Christ.” 21 They asked him, “What ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: United Methodist

A Prayer Partner Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

An unlocked door can keep you out if you don’t know it is unlocked. What did Jesus unlock for us?

Unlocked Pt. 2 - A Prayer Partner I. Introduction If you have ever been in a blazing hot parking lot with an undone clothes hanger clutched in your hands as you try to pull up the lock on a car door that is locked with your keys laying on the seat of the car, then you will whole heartedly agree ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27, 1 Corinthians 14:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Hope

Contributed by David Parks on Jan 31, 2022

1. We all need hope. 2. Hope is one of the most powerful forces in the universe. 3. Wouldn’t you love to be as self-assured as King David? 4. If any man ever lived on the mountain, it was David.

I. We all need hope consider David. He Had it all. A. Killed the bear and the lion with his bare hands. B. He had stood in the valley of Elah and killed the giant. C. Saul has killed his thousands, but David had killed his ten thousands. D. He conquered Jerusalem E. He was the champion of Israel. 2 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-5, Romans 15:13, Romans 5:1-5, Romans 8:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's Below The Surface?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 1, 2003

There are plenty of comparisons in our world, but what we is true of us as believers is beyond comparison! Let’s be encouraged by what we have in Christ

July 20, 2003 "What’s Below the Surface?" Colossians 2:6-15 Pastor Jon MacKinney ______________________________________________________________________________________ This morning it’s my purpose to encourage you. I have to begin, therefore, with recognizing those things that can ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Tragedy Of Sunday Morning Religion

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Jul 19, 2011

A classic sermon by Adrian Rogers of the importance of daily worship.

Introduction All right, turn please, if you would, with me tonight, to Colossians, chapter 3. And, I want to begin reading, for devotion tonight, Colossians 3, beginning in verse 16. And, it speaks of worship—and that’s what we’ve been doing tonight: “Let the word of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Running With A Limp

Contributed by Ty Tamasaka on Sep 9, 2011

4 Points on learning how to deal with the "Wilderness Seasons" of our lives. 1. GOD WANTS TO DEVELOP A STEADFAST HEART WITHIN ME. 2. God leads us into seasons of growth and not gratification. 3. GOD WANTS TO DEVELOP THE COURAGE OF A WARRIOR. 4

Running with a Limp The Role of the Wilderness When Jesus comes into our lives, things sure do change don’t they? I recall when I was a new believer, I used to work out at the gym all the time, and there was one occasion when a I wanted to use a rowing machine and noticed a towel on the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:17-18

Denomination: Other

All In The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Feb 15, 2012

Everything we do all the time needs to be to the glory of God.

I’ve been writing a book. The title of the book is The Incredible Power of Kingdom Authority; the subtitle—“Getting an Upper Hand on the Underworld.” And, I’m very excited about that book. And, as I was studying and writing this week, I was talking to myself, I guess, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Believing 101 Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Oct 18, 2005

Instead of downgrading our theology to match our experience we need to upgrade our experience to match our theology.

A Course in Miracles: Believing 201 05.12.05 Pastor Mark Batterson This evotional continues the series titled A Course in Miracles. Last week’s evotional was on seeking 101. Next week’s evotional will be on waiting 301. This week’s evotional focuses on believing 201. To check out old ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Empty Tomb Opens My Eyes

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Apr 18, 2001

In the resurrection of Jesus, God opens my eyes to the greatest meanings of Easter.

The Empty Tomb Opens My Eyes Surely you’ve heard the joke about the three college students who were appearing in a national academic competition. The contest had come down to three final students. One was from Rice University, one was from Princeton University and the third was from Oklahoma State ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:31-33, 1 Peter 1:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marital Rocks And Hard Places

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 7, 2002

The Christian attitude and activity when it comes to sexuality.

January 6, 2002 There is a strange dichotomy which exists on the sexual frontier in America. Recently Ann Landers received 100,000 responses to a question she asked her readers. She found that 72% of women said they would be content just to be held close and treated tenderly and forget about the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Life Is Like A Baseball Game

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 19, 2002

The Cal Ripken Jr. World Series of baseball has invaded Mattoon, IL, and life is somewhat similar to a baseball game.

LIFE IS LIKE A BASEBALL GAME I Cor. 9:25 "Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." INTRO.- ILL.- In the popular 1994 movie "Forrest Gump," Forrest with an IQ of 74 said, "Mama ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Together In Service Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 23, 2004

The two men Paul introduces us to in this text demonstrate two qualities of people who live together in service.

2002-07 G-4 M-1 (86-76) LIVING TOGETHER IN SERVICE Philippians 2:19-30 INTRODUCTION A. Have you been playing it safe as a Christian? – illustration: A Georgia farmer, ragged and bare-footed, was standing on the steps of his tumbledown shack. A stranger stopped for a drink of water. "How is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ