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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
For many people, baptism is shrouded in such great mystery that they fear giving their heart and life to Christ because they don’t want to go through being baptized. This message seeks to clear up some misconceptions.
Allow me to begin with a cute illustration. “The six-year-old grandson of Ruth Kirby told his mother that he had been baptized. Well, mom knew he hadn’t been formally baptized, so she probed a little further into the matter. She asked him to explain what he meant by ‘baptized.’ Little Blake ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Romans 6:3-5
Denomination: Baptist
This sermon was prepared to help the baptism candidates understand the meaning of baptism and why baptism is necessary. I prepared for the youth group, but it would apply to adults as well.
Baptism like a wedding ring (at Youth Gathering) Baptism like a wedding ring: Just as a wedding ring symbolizes your marriage, Baptism symbolizes your identification with Jesus. Just as a wedding ring itself doesn't make you married, Baptism doesn't make you Christian. Just as a wedding ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17, Ephesians 1:13
INTRO : Its the account of a captive jewish maiden who amazingly is elevated to the throne of the persian Queen....
Unrest In The Palace Series Scripture: Esther 1:1-22 Summary: Part one of a series on the book of Esther INTRO : Hidden away in the obscure corner of the Old Testament, Esther is a beautiful story of human love & palace intrigue. The setting is in the days of Israels captivity under the ...read more
Scripture: Esther 1:1-22
Denomination: Assembly Of God
Matthew and Luke illustrate the significance of the birth of God’s only begotten Son. John’s Gospel illustrates how Jesus brings life and light to a dark world.
THE LIGHT AND LIFE Text: John 1:1- 5 John 1:1-5 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (2) He was in the beginning with God. (3) All things came into being through him, and without him not one thing came into being. What has come into being (4) in ...read more
Scripture: John 1:1-5
Denomination: United Methodist
Let’s take a look at John’s vision of heaven in Revelation 4.
Let’s take a look at John’s vision of heaven in Revelation 4. Heaven Revelation 4:1 After this I looked, and, behold, a door was opened in heaven: and the first voice which I heard was as it were of a trumpet talking with me; which said, Come up hither, and I will shew thee things which must be ...read more
He wore the crown of punishment—to free you from judgment. He wore the crown of pain—to heal your wounds. He wore the crown of persecution—to stand with you in rejection. He wore the crown of suffering and sin—to give you salvation.
BIG IDEA: Before Jesus wore the crown of glory, He chose the crown of thorns—so the curse on us could be lifted forever. PLAY THE VIDEO: “THE CROWN OF THORNS” OPENING ANALOGY — “The Crown No One Wants” Imagine being invited to a coronation. You expect velvet, jewels, gold, applause. But instead ...read more
Scripture: John 19:1-5
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Covenant is the basis of all Biblical Relationships. This sermon examines principles of covenant and an application to believers. 1st in series.
Biblical Relationships Understanding Covenant: the Basis of all Relationships Covenant = “to cut” A solemn agreement, negotiated or unilaterally imposed that binds parties to each other in permanent, defined relationships with specific promises, claims and obligations on both sides. Two types: ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 2:24
It is argued that the “blood” of Jesus is for protection” and therefore justifies the practice of pleading it.
INTRODUCTION The Blood of Jesus is mentioned many times throughout the Bible and refers to His sacrificial death on the Cross. Jesus said at the Last Supper, “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.” (Matthew 26:28 NIV) “without the shedding ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 26:28, Hebrews 9:22, Exodus 12:13
3 of 18 messages on moving toward greater health as a church.
Definition and Biblical Basis of the Church (NTC4T-3) I. The Church Defined A. What it is not 1. A denomination 2. To be confused with Israel 3. The same as the kingdom of God B. What it is 1. Universal Church 2. Local body II. The Biblical Basis of the Church A. A covenant relationship with ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, Romans 11:11-20
Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance
Marriage is under attack today from secular society and we as Christians must expose the fruitless deeds of darkness and fight for the preservation of the Biblical marriage and family unit.
Biblical Marriage Under Attack On the lighter side of life: From the book: Wacky Laws, Weird Decisions and Strange Statues, Main Street publishers. Marriage and Family laws: a. It’s against the law for children under the age of seven to go to college in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. b. Although ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33
Physical - spiritual and symbolic truths
Weekend Message/Devotion John 6:56-69 August 26, 2018 Jesus Looks for Commitment After hearing or reading this message, my deepest desire is that you will take the time to go back and read John’s message to us in today’s reading. What is the deepest part of this reading? What shall we find that ...read more
Scripture: John 6:56-69
The Bible tells of many dynamic or influential men throughout the Old and New Testaments. Most, but not all of their contributions or royal misdeeds are remembered today. Some were saintly and others villainous.
Quiz on 40 Biblical Men See how well you can link the descriptive paragraph below to the correct name(s) found in the 'Answer Choices' listed at the end of this quiz. The Bible tells of many dynamic, influential men whose ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 2:7
People are finding fault like never before over our new president. Power Point is available upon request
MATTHEW 5:13-16 “WHAT IS YOUR VIEW OF THE ELECTION?” A) If you were to come to me and say, “Pastor, I have some problems in my personal life, can you help me?” * I would open my Bible, try to identify the problem and seek to speak God’s truth into your life, giving you God’s Word to ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16
We have a biblical responsibility in parenting
Ephesians 6:1-4 Introduction: Parenting needs to be done in unity. Failure to do so reaps serious consequences. I. Children are to be brought up in the instruction of the Lord. A. Children are to be nurtured. B. The care and attention given to someone or something that is growing or ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4
Explore the reality of demonic activity, its impact on our lives, and the hope and deliverance we have through Christ.
Good morning, church family. Today we're going to delve into some of the more challenging aspects of the spiritual realm, the kind that may make us squirm a bit in our seats. We're going to speak about demons, their impact on our lives, and the hope we have in Christ. In the words of A.W. Tozer, ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45
Topics: Biblical Demonology
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