Sermons on Blessed Assurance:

Part 3 - The Foundation Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 4, 2006

See how the Apostles and the Prophets are the foundation and Jesus Christ the Cornerstone, and everything is built upon this, including the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

Grieving the Holy Spirit Part 3 – The Foundation of the Spirit Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME Welcome to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan. We are glad you are here this beautiful morning, joining us in our worship and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Bible Church

Part 1: The Cornerstone Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 11, 2006

Part 1 of our house of faith series focuses on the fact that ’Unless God builds the house, those who labor do so in vain’ - Psalm 127:1 The foundation of this house MUST be the teachings of the Prophets and the Apostles, with Christ Jesus as the Corner

The House of Faith Part 1 – The Cornerstone Rev. Bruce A. Shields House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org WELCOME I would like to welcome you to the very first House of Faith Ministries gathering of believers. I know we have all had a trying time this past few weeks, and the effects I pray will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Bible Church

Forward Thinking: Living For Christ's Return

Contributed by Jordon Leblanc on Oct 16, 2006

How can we be people who effectively live for Christ’s return?

This evening, I want to look in the Gospel of Matthew, starting in chapter 24 in verse 36. Tonight, I want us to spend some time contemplating the return of Christ. More specific than that, I want to use our passage in Matthew to help us to be people who live for the return of Christ. So, if ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why A New Church?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 20, 2006

A message explaining why we decided to plant a church. This can be adapted to show why we need to change formats, names, etc.

An old fisherman used to amaze all the locals with how many fish he was able to catch. It didn’t matter what the weather was like, or how much other fishermen were able to catch, he always caught more than anyone else. The stories became legend, and soon reached the local game warden. He showed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:20-21

Denomination: *other

Christ Is Still King Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Nov 19, 2004

This expository sermon was preached on Christ the King Sunday

Title: christ is Still King Text: Colossians 1:15-21 P.S.: We all need to answer the question, ‘Is Christ prominent in my life or is He pre-eminent? He just doesn’t want a place in my life, He demands first place. Introduction: Here are some trivia questions to live your life on: • workers were ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Battle Of The Blankets

Contributed by Ted Mulder on Nov 27, 2004

One of the greatest battles of spiritual warfare - getting ourselves out of Bed!

One of the most important things a believer does is spend time with God. If we were to walk up to people on the street and ask them, ¡§Do you think that if someone called themselves a Christian that they should pray¡¨ The answer would be duh, of course. If we were to ask them do they think a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Intervenes: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 2, 2004

The signiicance of Jesus’ birth as outlined in the Christmas song: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

(adapted from Bob Rusell; material in intro and close orrowed from Melvin Newland) SERIES: “CHRISTMAS CAROL THEOLOGY” TITLE: “WHEN GOD INTERVENES: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” TEXT: LUKE 2:8-20 INTRODUCTION: A. I wonder what Christmas means to different people? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Message Of John The Baptist

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 21, 2004

An overview of the message of John the Baptist in Matthew 3:1-12

The Message of John the Baptist Matthew 3:1-12 January 22, 2004 Introduction Last week we began our look at the message of John the Baptist, by spending time discussing the word ¡§repent,¡¨ and how that should impact our lives. We¡¦re going to review that some as we go through the message this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

See The Glory Of The Lord

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 24, 2004

TRANSFIGURATION(A) - See the glory of the Lord as your hear God’s commands and as you dwell in the Lord’s glory.

SEE THE GLORY OF THE LORD Exodus 24:12, 15-18 - February 22, 2004 EXODUS 24:12,15-18 12The LORD said to Moses, "Come up to me on the mountain and stay here, and I will give you the tablets of stone, with the law and commands I have written for their instruction." 15When Moses went up ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:12-18

Denomination: Lutheran

What A Disciple Looks Like Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

An examination of what a disciple is supposed to look like.

WHAT A DISCIPLE LOOKS LIKE - Matthew 28:16-20 This very familiar passage is known as the Great Commission. It records one of the last times Jesus spoke to His disciples and the mission He gave them when He left. He said, “Go and make disciples.” The mission Jesus gave to those gathered that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fringe Benefit Followers

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 30, 2007

Though some folks profess themselves to be believers in Christ, their reasons for making that claim are faulty. This message shows that some people follow Christ for all the wrong reasons.

FRINGE BENEFIT FOLLOWERS Text: John 6: 63-66 I ntro: We a re all acquainted with the term “fringe benefits.” It usually makes reference to the benefits or privileges received by merely being associated with something or someone. For instance, some of you may enjoy the fringe benefit of an ...read more

Scripture: John 6:63-66

Denomination: Baptist

Watch Out For The Wise Guys Series

Contributed by Clint Meade on Aug 11, 2007

Man’s wisdom is deficient, but God’s wisdom is always sufficient.

Watch out for the wise guys Col. 2:8-10 A college student was in a philosophy class which had a discussion about God’s existence. The professor presented the following logic: "Has anyone in this class heard God?" Nobody spoke. "Has anyone in this class touched God?" Again, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Perfect Picture Of Grace

Contributed by James May on Aug 12, 2007

This sermon is about the types of Christ and the church as seen in the relationship between Ruth and Naomi. We all walk according to a perfect place in God’s perfect grace.

A Perfect Picture of Grace Sunday, August 12, 2007 – AM By Pastor Jim May Ruth Chapter 2:1-3 The Old Testament is filled with types and shadows of the coming Christ. There are many stories that give us insight into the relationship that Jesus has with his Bride, the church. But there are no ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Do These Stones Mean? Series

Contributed by Art Good on Aug 14, 2007

These stones speak to me of God’s grace. They are my pile of stones that remind me that God has worked powerfully in my life in times past, and He will do so again. These stones remind me of the thousands of stones God has moved in my life, of the thousan

How many early risers do we have here today? When you wake up you are ready to go! Wide awake! People who aren’t early risers can’t stand to be around you. When travel, I like to leave early! Excited to get where I’m going. Well, imagine dreaming and planning to go someplace your entire life. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Schemes Of The Devil Part 2: Anger Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 18, 2007

Part 2 of my series on the Schemes of the Devil. Part 2 focuses on Anger.

The Schemes of the Devil Part 2 Scripture: Eph. 6:11-12; 4:25-26; 31; Gal. 5:19-21; Prov. 15:1; John 2:14-16 Introduction: In this series our foundational Scripture is found in Ephesians 6:11-12 which says “Put on the full armor of God that you may be able to stand firm against the schemes of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational