Sermons on Being A Fool:

The Hopes And Fears Of All The Years

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 21, 2023

Anna, Simeon

THE HOPES AND FEARS OF ALL THE YEARS (LUKE 2:21-38) Chuck Swindoll told a touching and an unforgettable story about Major Harold Kushner and a marine who was held by the Viet Cong for five and a half years: “Among the prisoners in Kushner’s POW camp was a tough young marine, 24 years old, who had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Journey He Made Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 24, 2023

John helps us see that the Word is God, creator, light, man. The journey Jesus made started before creation and will last for eternity. What does that mean for us? Consider these thoughts from our Family Minister, Scott Jewell.

I’ve heard a lot of people talking about when is the right time to get into the Christmas spirit? How do you know you’re ready to celebrate this holiday? For some, it means putting the outdoor decorations up as early as the day after Halloween (after all, why not get that done before it’s freezing ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, John 1:9-14, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transfiguration Pt.3: Listen Exclusively - Mark 9:4-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 24, 2023

If you are a believer, Jesus Christ is speaking to you every day. But whether his voice gets through depends on how you listen. These messages on the Transfiguration give insight into how to become a better listener.

Mark 9:1 And he said to them, "I tell you the truth, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God come with power." 2 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:4-8, Matthew 17:1-6, Luke 9:28-35

Lessons For Ministry - Mark 9:14-29 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 26, 2023

What do you do when you feel overwhelmed by the evil in the world—or in the church? You feel powerless to do anything of significance, and the unbelief and disobedience to God is so exasperating. This passage shows us what Jesus did in that situation, and it may surprise you.

Mark 9:14 When they came to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd around them and the teachers of the law arguing with them. 15 As soon as all the people saw Jesus, they were overwhelmed with wonder and ran to greet him. 16 "What are you arguing with them about?" he asked. 17 A man ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29, Matthew 17:14-23, Luke 9:37-45

Creation Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 5, 2024

Genesis 1:1 is simple, short, yet profound. (I will lean on Core 52 resources during this series; I also want to thank Dan Raymond, who is a friend of mine, for some of his resource help. James E Smith's book on the Pentateuch was helpful in this message)

INTRODUCTION • Today, we begin our Core 52 journey together. • Before we dove in, here are some housekeeping items to cover. • Each Sunday (except on Faith Promise and for a couple of weeks in December), Jerry or I will cover a chapter in the Core 52 book. • We will follow the sequence in the book: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Listening? Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 12, 2024

Listen! That is the request of Jesus in our text, both in the beginning and the end.

The Healing Touch of Jesus: An Honest Look at Your Heart Mark 4:1-34 Introduction Listen! Did your parents ever tell you that? A teacher? Maybe you said it to your children. Did anyone ever tell you how to listen? I read an article about how to listen and it gave ten pointers. A few of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Men Who Made A Difference #3 Series

Contributed by David Swanger on Jan 13, 2024

We sit in church and talk about the needs around us. The question is: What are we doing about them?

Great Lessons from the Life of Christ #3 Four Men Who Made a Difference (Mark 2:1-12) Parallel Passages: Matthew 9:1-8; Luke 5:17-26; 5:8-9 Recently heard a preacher talk about his experience in another country where both physical and spiritual needs were overwhelming. • A country of 8 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

The Fall Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 19, 2024

The fall and our fall resorts from distortions in our life.

INTRODUCTION • We begin week three of Core 52. • It all starts well; in the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. • God created humans in His image. • All was good. • Except one thing. • God created Eve because God said it was not good for Adam to be alone. • Adam and Eve in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Islamic Threat To The World – Its Aim Is World Domination – How It Progresses Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 24, 2024

The dramatic increase of Islam in the world is a concern for many. Islam has become very militant in almost every nation and the wars now fought are many because of Islamic terrorism. This article looks at how Islam progresses in the world’s nations.

THE GREAT ISLAMIC THREAT TO THE WORLD – ITS AIM IS WORLD DOMINATION – HOW IT PROGRESSES [A]. INTRODUCTION {{Matthew 13:24-25 He presented another parable to them saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be compared with a man who sowed good seed in his field but WHILE MEN WERE SLEEPING, his enemy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-25, Matthew 13:28, Genesis 15:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building A Church Of Thessalonica For The 21st Century | Part 2 | The Second Coming Of Jesus | Dr. Madana Kumar Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 26, 2024

In this part of the series Dr. Madana Kumar, looks into that hope and the anticipation that we can have because of the Second Coming of Jesus which was one of the reasons for the Thessalonian church to thrive.

Building a Church of Thessalonica for the 21st century | Part 2 | The Second Coming of Jesus This is a part 2 of the series on 1& 2 Thessalonians. In the first part , we looked at the historical background of formation of the Church at Thessalonica and explored several reasons why we should ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:4-5, Revelation 21:1-5, 1 Corinthians 15:24-26, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:9-10, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-4, 2 Thessalonians 2:7-9, 1 Thessalonians 4:16, 2 Thessalonians 1:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"become A Living Sacrifice.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jan 31, 2024

We can experience God's mercy when we understand the importance of becoming a living sacrifice. His mercy frees us from sin, inspiring us to relinquish our rights and serve the one who sacrificed His life for us.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Romans 12:1) "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service." ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Romans 6:13, Psalm 51:17, 2 Timothy 2:15, Matthew 5:7, Psalm 24:3-4, Psalm 48:1-2, Psalm 19:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keys Of Courageous Faith: Jesus Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 2, 2024

Courageous Faith always finds it’s strength in knowing the presence and following the example of Jesus Christ.

Keys of Courageous Faith: Jesus Mark 6:30-56 Introduction You already know that the life of faith requires great courage. It is against the flow of culture. It is a struggle against the spiritual powers of darkness. It is in conflict with the temptations of the flesh. It is challenging as we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Beginning - The Plan Unveiled Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 12, 2024

From the very the Beginning, GOD had laid out HIS plan of redemption for the problem with sin that mankind suffered. HIS Plan is a real love story that was written in blood on a wooden cross in Jerusalem almost 2,000 years ago and revealed in Genesis 5. What's in a name?

2024.02.11.SERMON NOTES.IN THE BEGINNING PT 3a & 3b THE PLAN UNVEILED WILLIAM AKEHURST, HSWC BIG IDEA: From the very the Beginning, GOD had laid out HIS plan of redemption for the problem with sin that mankind suffered. HIS Plan is a real love story that was written in blood on a wooden cross ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, Ephesians 1:3-10, Genesis 4:1-25, Genesis 5:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Mustard Seed Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 15, 2024

This parable, like all parables, has one dominate lesson in it. The lesson is: “The Outward Growth of the Kingdom of God

05. The Parable Of The Mustard Seed Matt. 13:31-32; Mark 4:30-32; Luke 13:18-19 INTRODUCTION From the first two parables that Jesus taught and then explained, it is easy to conclude that the disciples may have been discouraged by what they heard... • In “The Parable Of The Sower”, only one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:30-32

Worship God Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

Worship is not a quiet thing. It demands expression both verbally and physically. cherubim do it constantly before the throne. Worship is our invitation to join them.

Intercessory Prayer Training - lesson 6 Topic: Worship God Step 4 – Worship “The Father seeks such to worship him.” “But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeks such to worship him. God is a Spirit: and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:3