Sermons on Being Careful:

The Prayer Of Faith Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 3, 2005

Part 4 of series Learning to Pray. Examines the difference between praying for something and just wishing for it.

The Prayer of Faith Learning to Pray, prt. 4 Wildwind Community Church February 13, 2005 You know the messages in this series are based on things I’m learning and experiences I am having as I read through Andrew Murray’s excellent book, With Christ in the School of Prayer and do the exercises ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Divine Design

Contributed by Marty Hopkins on May 8, 2005

A message that shows how God reveals Himself to the world.

Divine Design (Psalm 19) Well, what a privilege it is this morning to be able to share a message with God’s people from God’s word. As a matter of fact, I can’t think of anything I would rather do than stand up here before you and break open the word of God Almighty. You know why folks? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Second-Hand Syndrome Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Mar 1, 2007

See what it means to be a first-hand follower and how that can persuade second-hand skeptics.

“The Second-Hand Syndrome” Luke 24:1-12 The more I analyze and scrutinize the Gospel, the more I am amazed that people don’t believe it. It is historical, evidential, logical, and personal. Yet, the enemy’s blinding tactics keep working and people continue to resist God’s Word, saying “No” to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of God As A Light Series

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

Third in a Series on metaphors in the Bible. It compares the Word of God to Light

AS A LIGHT Series: Metaphors in the Bible– Sermon Three Proverbs 1:6 We began this series a few weeks ago and took last week off to Preach on the Christmas Story But I want to get back to the Series on the WORD OF GOD I began the First Two Messages on WHY WE BELIEVE THE BIBLE IS THE WORD OF ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Would God Define A Christian?

Contributed by Larry Moyer on Mar 14, 2007

Salvation is not a matter of saying or doing something but trusting Someone.

Sometime ago I was down in the West Indies for some speaking engagements. While there I had one of the most unusual yet amusing things happen. Upon arriving on the first island, endeavoring to be a friendly guy, I began engaging in conversation with the people who live there. In those moments we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Temptation Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 26, 2007

The basics of temptation have never changed. By looking at Satan’s original temptation of Eve in the Garden, we can recognize temptation when it comes and be better equipped to resist it.

1. What is the source of temptation? a. Satan not God b. Our willingness to give an audience (foothold) 2. What is the appearance of temptation? a. Close to the truth b. Good, pleasant, desirable 3. What is the result of temptation? a. Succumbing i. Putting our desires ahead of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Death And Resurrection Of Hope

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

Easter Message

This morning we celebrate Easter; we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ from the tomb that could not hold him over 2000 years ago. Over the years, as with any religious holiday and observances, the reality and the significance of what we are celebrating can get lost in all of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Do The Terrorists Rage?

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 18, 2005

The sermon explores the reason for mankind’s rebellion against God

Why Do the Terrorists Rage? PSALM 2 *A week or so ago we awakened to the news of yet another terrorists attack *In London terrorists explored a series of bombs killing around 50 people *This was just another incident in a every growing pattern of terrorist bombings and killings around ...read more

Let Your Voice Be Heard!

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 29, 2007

5 reasons why we must speak out about Jesus.

Let Your Voice Be Heard! Acts 14:1-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 2, 2007 *Life changing words: Hearing your boyfriend ask, “Will you marry me?” *Answering “Yes!” or “No.” Both of those answers are pretty life-changing. *Hearing your wife say, “I’m pregnant.” That’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Isaiah's Audacious Hope Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 5, 2006

One can never start too early to get ready for something really big.

Isaiah’s Audacious Hope Isaiah 7:14 Rev. Brian Bill 12/3/06 Do you know that after today, there are only 21 more shopping days left until Christmas? Some people panic when they hear this but for me it means that I still have three weeks before I have to begin my shopping! Doesn’t it seem like a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Magi Visits Jesus

Contributed by Bill Keller on Dec 21, 2006

In this special visitation, we see that there are three different responses that we can have to the Child: we can oppose Him, ignore Him, or Worship Him

The Magi Visits Jesus – Dec. 24th 2006 The Scripture text this morning is Matthew 2:1-12. This event is always associated with the Christmas story, even though it probably took place when Jesus was a little older. Most scholars believe that Jesus could have been already a year and a half to 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

Confirmation Of God's Work In The World

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 8, 2007

God works to: 1. enlighten us about what matters (vs. 1-3). 2. encourage our trust in Him (vs. 4-12). 3. energize our witness for Him (vs. 12-15). 4. establish a life-changing relationship with Him (vs. 16-18).

Confirmation of God’s Work in the World Acts 11:1-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church Jan. 31, 2007 *Have you ever seen the Hand of God at work in your life? Most of us can say absolutely yes. And I hope you can too. *God wants us to see His Hand at work in our world, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing The Unseeable

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 8, 2007

Sometimes our spiritual "eyes" have to be "opened" to see the "real" situation.

SEEING THE UNSEEABLE TEXT: ll Kings 6:8-18 II Kings 6:8 18 – “Then the king of Syria warred against Israel, and took counsel with his servants, saying, In such and such a place shall be my camp.” “And the man of God sent unto the king of Israel, saying, Beware that thou pass not such a place; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Veterans, Becoming A Soldier's Shield (For Veteran's Sunday)

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 11, 2006

There is no greater need than today to be in much prayer for our Veteran’s.

Turn your Bibles to 1 Samuel 12:23 Title: Becoming a Soldier’s Shield (For Veteran’s Sunday) Theme: Praying for Those in Harm’s Way Introduction: Our key text today is set in the time when the prophet Samuel is giving his farewell speech. In this speech Samuel confronts the people with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gideon Series

Contributed by David Welch on Nov 17, 2006

Third in a series of characters mentioned in Hebrews 11

Chico Alliance Church November 10, 2002 Pastor David Welch “Gideon” Unlikely Heroes Part Three Introduction We have focused on the individuals listed in Hebrews chapter 11 as people who believed God in spite of the difficult circumstances they found themselves and who God used to bring about ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance