Sermons on Bills:

Blindness

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 22, 2009

Physical blindness will not keep one out of heaven, but spiritual blindness will.

Text: “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked Him. The blind man said, “Rabbi, I want to see.” (Mark 10:51) There is no question that we have many people in the world who are physically blind. Sometimes we know the reason they have lost their sight and other times it is unknown. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Christian Church

Filling Our Tank With The Spirit"

Contributed by Bill Burress on Oct 23, 2009

Being filled with the Holy Spirit and letting him lead our lives.

“Filling Your Tank With The Spirit" Did you ever run your vehicle close on fuel? As you drove you watch the gauge and wonder how far will it go. And the whole time your sweating it and hoping that you can make it to a station. You suddenly start thinking ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking The Plunge 2.0 Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 25, 2009

The order is always belief, followed by baptism. A sermon that pulls together verses on baptism so that beleivers will take the plunge and obey the Lord.

Taking the Plunge 2.0 Selected Scriptures Rev. Brian Bill 10/25/09 Note: This manuscript provides a more in-depth treatment of baptism than previous sermons called, “Proclaiming God’s Purposes in Baptism,” and “Taking the Plunge.” I’m grateful to Ray Pritchard, John MacArthur and John Piper for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Emotions

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 28, 2009

We all have emotions as did Jesus, Mary and Martha.

Text: Now Martha said to Jesus, “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died” (John 11:21). When that verse is isolated one gets the feeling that Martha is casting blame on Jesus because His absence brought about the death of her brother Lazarus. You can almost feel the emotion of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Christian Church

Home Makeover Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 1, 2009

We’re called to remember because we forget, to respond because we falter and to remain because we’re fickle.

Home Makeover Joshua 24 Rev. Brian Bill 11/1/09 Have you heard that the H1N1 influenza outbreak is now a national emergency? It’s actually a pandemic because the virus has also spread around the world. The CDC this week said that 5.7 million Americans have contracted the virus. In an effort to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Senseless Life

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Nov 6, 2009

A senseless life is a life without God.

Text: “So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female he created them” (Genesis 1:27). Since God created man in His own image, how come some people are living a senseless life? If we believe God created life and if we believe He did not create anything ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Christian Church

Parenting Prerogatives Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 8, 2009

Our primary call is isn’t to be good parents. Our primary call is to model a vibrant and vital love relationship with the living God (quote from Gary Oliver)

Parenting Prerogatives Deuteronomy 6:1-6 Rev. Brian Bill 11/8/09 It’s really hard to stay centered when we’re all so busy. I really applaud every parent here today, especially moms. Check out this day in the life of a mom. Video: “Mom Song” ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Believe In Deliverance

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Nov 13, 2009

Daily battles are inevitable, but deliverance is just a prayer away.

Text: “The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but deliverance is of the LORD” (Proverbs 21:31). This proverb is talking about preparing for battle. In the early days when horses were involved in battle, preparation of the horse and the warrior took place. Survival was the goal and in order ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:19-31

Denomination: Christian Church

Parenting Priorities Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 15, 2009

We’re to teach truth intentionally, talk truth relationally and transmit truth practically.

Parenting Priorities Deuteronomy 6:7-9 Rev. Brian Bill 11/15/09 I need two volunteers this morning. I’d like one of you to make 40 little circles on the white board and I’d like the other to make 3,000 circles. When you’re finished you can sit down. Ready. Set. Go. In our series called, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Afraid? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 11, 2013

If Jesus is who He says He is, then we have nothing to fear.

Even though I grew up around water being from Watertown, I have a lot of fear related to water. When I was around 8 years old, I was out on Devil’s Lake (appropriately named, I might add) with my dad and some of his buddies on a home-made pontoon boat. We were night fishing for lake trout ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Bill Scott on Jul 5, 2013

an exposition of psalm 23

PSA 23:1 The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. PSA 23:2 He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. PSA 23:3 He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness For His name's sake. PSA 23:4 ¶ Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Bad Hair Day

Contributed by Bill Scott on Jul 5, 2013

a lesson from Samson in dropping our guard

They were an old couple who decided to go to the doctor as they were having more and more problems remembering things. The doctor gives them each a physical and says, "You're in great health for your age. You're just slowing down a bit, that's all. It's nothing serious. If you’re worried ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus Is Lord Of All

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jan 7, 2011

Jesus is Lord of everything and everyone.

Text: Jesus said to them, “Come follow me, and I will make you fish for people” (Mark 1:17). These words were first spoken to Peter and his brother Andrew. Jesus spoke with authority each time He spoke. When He said to Peter and Andrew, “Come follow Me,” He expected them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: Christian Church

"Just Like Me"

Contributed by Bill Burress on Jan 8, 2011

Peter knew the things God promised to those who remain faithful and it is the same promises we must believe in today.

“Just Like Me” Did you ever compare yourself to a biblical character? Maybe there is someone in God’s Word that reminds you of yourself. As Christians we are to imitate Christ but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Fit: Worship Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 9, 2011

We're to strive for our worship to be both reverent and filled with rejoicing. In order to do that we're going to have to rethink a few things.

Getting Fit: Worship Hebrews 12:28-29 Rev. Brian Bill 1/9/11 How many of you participated in “White Elephant” gift exchanges over Christmas? The background to this crazy tradition comes from ancient Asia, where white elephants were the ultimate pampered pets. Because they were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Baptist