Sermons on Better Country:

Christianity Is Exclusively Inclusive

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 22, 2003

Is it right to say that Jesus is the ONLY way? Unless you deny the Word, you better preach the truth and He is the truth and the only way!

Christianity Is Exclusively Inclusive It is often said that Christianity or at least some sects of Christianity are too exclusive or intolerant in that they do not accept any other faiths as valid and even reject other sects of Christianity. There is a lot of truth in that accusation. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Acts 20:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Sacrifice (Hebrews 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 26, 2024

How is Jesus a better sacrifice than all the animal sacrifices of the old covenant? Let's discuss this in Hebrews 10.

Was the law a shadow of the good things to come? Was it impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins? Did God really want such a sacrifice or an offering? Did He perfect the people who are being made holy with one offering for all time? Do we need patient endurance, so that we will ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Forfeit Your Freedom Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 9, 2021

Independence Day: Our country was founded on a value for religious freedom. As biblical morality fades, immorality and moral decay are taking its place; which will eventually lead to the collapse of this nation unless people repent.

This week we celebrate Independence Day, the day that our nation commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.(1) We must not forget that our country’s drive for independence began with a quest for ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of Excuses

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022

In all areas of our life, we can not help but notice that some folks are better at doing some things than others are.

For example, this is certainly true, when it comes to: • Sports • Academics • Cooking • Building • Teaching • Saving money Sad to say, but this is also true when it comes to lying. Some are much better at telling lies than others are. Some people lie so much, that you know they are lying if their ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Writing On The Wall Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 6, 2021

Babylon, like Israel, was in danger of judgment and being taken by a foreign nation. This message views the reason why a country falls from God’s grace, causing Him to lift His hedge of protection.

In our last two messages from this series, I asked us to consider this important question: “What would we, as believers, do if our country ever came under siege by a foreign nation that did not believe in God or His Son, Jesus Christ?” In the most recent of our previous messages, we learned some ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day - A Day To Remember

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 25, 2023

This message is in honor of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in an on-going spiritual war to free us from sin and to those who died in wars to maintain the freedom of this country - the United States of America.

Memorial Day – A Day to Remember Scriptures: John 15:13; Mark 10:45; Acts 6:8-10 The title of my message is “Memorial Day – A Day to Remember.” This morning I want to share with you why we should take a moment and reflect on why we celebrate Memorial Day – the day we remember those who gave the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13, Mark 10:45, Acts 6:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Crumbs Of The Master's Table”

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jul 11, 2009

The woman had faith that only the crumbs would do, but Jesus has a better meal planned for those who are His.

“Jesus went away from there, and withdrew into the district of Tyre and Sidon. 22 And a Canaanite woman from that region came out and began to cry out, saying, “Have mercy on me, Lord, Son of David; my daughter is cruelly demon-possessed.” 23 But He did not answer her a word. And His disciples ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Orthodox

Why Jesus Concentrated On Only Twelve Disciples

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

In a world where bigger is usually assorted with better, it seems that Jesus might be considered a failure by today's standards.

In a world where bigger is usually assorted with better, it seems that Jesus might be considered a failure by today's standards. After all, the Lord spent most of His time with only twelve disciples, one of whom betrayed Him. However, Jesus knew that by concentrating on twelve disciples He would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing At The Crossroads Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 14, 2002

Which path will you choose? This is another 1996 rework for me. I hope it isi better this time!

INTRODUCTION • Life is full of choices isn’t it? • Just take a moment to think about how many different decisions that you made just to get to church this morning. What time to get up? Shower or bath or nothing? What to wear? What to eat? Which car do we drive? Do we come this morning? What do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Know Nothings

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 16, 2002

You better witness to the Jews for a Jew died for them! While you are at it, witness to the Catholics as well!

Know Nothings In light of the recent decision of the Catholic Institution to not evangelize Jews, I am compelled to speak of educated know-nothings. Rom 1:22 Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, (KJV) While this speaks to humanists\evolutionists it can be applied here as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16, 1 Timothy 6:3-5, Romans 1:22, Mark 7:27, Luke 4:16-21, Romans 9:3, Acts 4:1-13, Psalm 2:10-12, John 14:6-7, Deuteronomy 6:4, John 10:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Friends I Have Made Along The Way

Contributed by Toby Powers on Jan 6, 2006

There is no better gift to the saints than the friends given by God to us in this life. A simple outline to demonstrate this truth.

From the Desk of Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA Friends I Have Made Along The Way Exodus 33:7-14 This passage stated that God spoke to Moses in the Tabernacle of the Old Testament as a man speaketh to his friend. Now, I am most thankful that I have been blessed to make some friends ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2007

Sixth in a series from Ephesians. We respond to God’s blessings by getting to knw Him better.

I¡¦m sure that many of you this week followed the bizarre story of NASA astronaut Lisa Nowak. Nowak, a 43 year old married mother of 3, apparently had a romantic interest in a fellow astronaut with whom she had trained together. Jealous of another woman who she believed also had a romantic interest ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Practice Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Oct 1, 2007

The practice of prayer helps us grow spiritually to know God better and become more like him.

[Background Image: Fresco of Michael Angelo on the Sistine Chapel, Imago Dei] Last week we looked at our need to grow spiritually, the Apostle Paul tells us in Col. 2:6-7, “And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to live in obedience to him. Let your roots grow ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Methodist

Understanding Christianity

Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 26, 2003

The situation in the Middle East, and our own situation - many comparisons help us better understand Christianity.

John 17:1-16: UNDERSTANDING CHRISTIANITY During these past few weeks, it is virtually impossible to not know what is going on with the war in Iraq. Never before, in world history, have reporters had this much access to soldiers what they are doing. On TV, you’re able to see what the desert is ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

My Memorial Day

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

Hey, is the old man still living? You better kill him before he kills you.

MY MEMORIAL DAY I am here today to honor my death. You see, I passed away on Nov. 20, 1977. That’s when I gave my life to Jesus. Gal 2:20 20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God