Sermons on Beams:

Recovering From Resentment

Contributed by Chris Beam on Aug 29, 2015

In this final chapter, we will see that Jonah struggled with resentment Sometimes we may find ourselves in a similar situation. And so the question that I want God’s Word to answer for us today is, how do we recover from resentment?

Recovering from Resentment Jonah 4:1-11 This morning we’re going to look at the conclusion of the book of Jonah. Now I have to admit, I was tempted to stop where we left off last week…where we saw the outpouring of God’s Spirit through the revival in Nineveh. That seems like a ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Receiver Are You?

Contributed by Chris Beam on Sep 6, 2015

It’s one thing to hear the Word of God, but listeners must receive the Word of God and let it take root in their life.

What Kind of Receiver are You? Matthew 13:1-9; 18-23 Even though we’re not quite there yet, fall is, without a doubt, my favorite time of year…Mainly because of football season! So in honor of this special time of year, I want to use some football imagery over the next couple of weeks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Take To Be Transformed?

Contributed by Chris Beam on Sep 11, 2015

A look at the process God often uses in helping us to become the kind of people He wants for us to be.

What Does It Take to be Transformed? Genesis 32:22-32 
Gladys Dunn was new in town and decided to visit the church nearest to her new apartment. She enjoyed the pretty sanctuary and the singing by the congregation, but the sermon went on and on. Worse, it wasn't very interesting. Glancing ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

It’s Not Over Til It’s Over!

Contributed by Chris Beam on Sep 16, 2015

Why should I be concerned with the future of America when it’s future seems pretty bleak at best” rather than saying, “IT’S NOT OVER TIL IT’S OVER!”

IT’S NOT OVER TIL IT’S OVER! 2 Timothy 3:10-4:8 But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come (2 Tim. 3:1) Over the last several weeks, I’ve been extremely burdened about the condition of our country and the direction that we’re headed in. This has been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day

Contributed by Chris Beam on May 21, 2015

The biggest battle we, as Americans, are facing today is the battle for the very soul of our nation.

Memorial Day Daniel 5:1-31 Memorial Day is a time each year when we pause to remember those who laid down their lives for family, friends and freedom. One week after the Pearl Harbor attack President Franklin D. Roosevelt said, “Those who long enjoy such privileges that we enjoy forget in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Fitting In?

Contributed by Chris Beam on Jun 1, 2015

One of the greatest desires that people have is to fit in. It doesn’t matter whether you’re young, old or in-between, we see it in every area of life.

FITTING IN? 1 Corinthians 12:12-26 (Pass out puzzle pieces) Today I want to talk to you about fitting in. Right now everyone is receiving a puzzle piece. I want you to keep this puzzle piece as a reminder that even though you each are your own individual, we all fit into a puzzle that is much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Carrying Burdens

Contributed by Chris Beam on Jun 25, 2015

Authentic church community helps us when our problems become too heavy to carry on our own.

Series: Connect the Dots
Text: Galatians 6:1-5
Topic: Carrying Burdens
 Last week we began a series titled “Connect the Dots”, where we are discovering the beauty of authentic community. Today, I want to talk specifically about how authentic church community helps us ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Here Am I...send Someone Else, Pt. One

Contributed by Chris Beam on Jul 11, 2015

God calls specific people to specific places for specific purposes. When God called Jonah, his response was quite different that that of the prophet Isaiah. Whereas Isaiah said, "Here am I. Send me!" Jonah said, "Here am I...send someone else."

Series: Jonah and the City Here am I... Send Someone Else, Pt. One Jonah 1:1-2 This morning I want to begin a study of the life of Jonah. This first message I’ve actually broken in two, so this week I’ll preach part one and next week I’ll preach part two. God calls specific ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Here Am I...send Someone Else, Pt. Two

Contributed by Chris Beam on Jul 15, 2015

Part two of Here am I...Send Someone Else

Series: Jonah and the City Here am I…Send Someone Else, Pt. Two Jonah 1:3 Last week I preached the first half of this message but in order to get you all to lunch on time, I cut it off where we will pick up this morning. Last week we looked at Jonah’s call, this week we’ll be ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Training Of Saint Who Series

Contributed by Timothy Andrew Stephens on Jul 21, 2011

Obedience for the Christ is training in Godliness, much like an athlete trains for the Olympics. as we live out our new identity in Christ it produces obedience that reflects who Jesus is in us.

The Common Made Holy Series Part 3 “The Training of Saint Who” God calls those who place their trust in Him to live a life “set apart” to obey Jesus Christ. That is what it means to be a saint. If you have placed you trust in Jesus Christ and Savior and Lord you are a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-23

The Verdict On Judgment Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 23, 2022

We all make judgments practically every day. Some are quick and quite subtle, while others are more deliberate and obvious. Believers must ensure their judgments are biblical, and measured with grace.

The Verdict on Judgment Matthew 7: 1-5 We have come to a new chapter in our study of the Sermon on the Mount, but it is just a continuation of the thoughts of our Lord. We have considered and discussed many practical subjects that deal with human life and practice in our study and we continue to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas And Creation

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 17, 2006

1. Christmas proclaims a mystery. 2. Christmas promises redemption. 3. Christmas promulgates meaning.

Last week we read the prayer of Zechariah called the “Benedictus”,as he praised God for his faithfulness to his covenant with Abraham. This week we are looking at the prayer of Mary, often called the “Magnificat.” Mary also connects the birth of her son with the covenant God made with Abraham, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Methodist

"Check The Fruits, Fix The Roots” --8th Sunday In Ordinary Time

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 4, 2019

Our First Reading relates the steady application of three processes over time to create a separation or distinction based on intrinsic properties of quality: faults revealed when one speaks, santification, and discernment

Sirach, chapter 27, from our First Reading, relates the steady application of three processes over time to create a separation or distinction based on intrinsic properties of quality: 1). The first is the image of shaking a mesh strainer to reveal the husks from the kernel which is similar to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:39-45

Denomination: Catholic

Friends

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 3, 2003

A Sermon for the 6th Sunday after Easter

6th Sunday of Easter John 15: 9-17 "Friends"   9 ¶ As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you; abide in my love. 10 If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love. 11 These things I have spoken to you, that my joy ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Better Understand The Bible (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Will Langford on Jul 16, 2008

The sermon provides believers insight on how they can better understand the Bible.

Understanding What You Read Part I Psalm 119 You know…THE BIBLE IS AN AMAZING BOOK Most people who are believers would tell you that the Bible is a remarkable book. But the Bible is not only an Amazing and Remarkable Book. • According to Hebrews 4:12- it is a living and powerful book. • The word ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:18-73

Denomination: Baptist