Sermons on Borrowing Trouble:

Being Ready Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 30, 2009

Prepare for a delay, but be ready today.

Being Ready Matthew 25:1-13 Rev. Brian Bill 8/30/09 When I provide premarital counseling for couples I always tell them that it’s much easier to plan a wedding than it is to have a good marriage. Over the years I’ve had the privilege of officiating at many weddings and at most of them something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Refresh! What To Do When Life Crashes Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 9, 2010

The first step on the road to blessing and refreshment is to admit you are morally bankrupt. When you check the bank balance of your moral power to do right and to be right, you must admit to yourself there are insufficient funds and you are morally overd

INTRODUCTION This morning, I’m beginning a new teaching series entitled, “Refresh! What to do when life crashes.” I got the idea for this title several months ago when I was on my computer and a web page I was viewing locked up. I moved the cursor up to the “refresh ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ, The Preeminent One Who Reconciles

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Oct 26, 2010

We can be reconciled through Jesus because of Who He is, what He has done, and regardless of our past.

Jesus Christ, the Preeminent One who Reconciles Given at Fellowship Raleigh Raleigh, NC October 2009 I. We can be reconciled because of Who He is (15-19) ----- A. Verse 15 ---------- 1. Image/Display/Embodiment (15) ---------- 2. Preeminent (15) ----- B. Verse 16 ----------1. Creator of All ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Using What God Has Given

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

Using What God has Given (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: chapter 25 verses 14-30. Quote: “The word ‘Faith’ in the Bible is spelt ‘R.I.S.K.’” Quote: To laugh is to risk appearing the fool To weep is to risk appearing sentimental To reach out for another is to risk involvement To expose feelings is to risk ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Brethren

On The Road Again: Going The Wrong Way Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

Four observations from Ruth about Elimelech, a backslidden Christian.

INTRODUCTION The story of Ruth has often been called the greatest piece of literature ever written and the Cinderella story of the Bible. I’m calling our study, “The Romance of Redemption,” a title I borrowed from Ray Stedman. How many of you have already read the story of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Scarlet Thread

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

Hebrews 9:22 says, "Without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness." That's the driving principle that runs throughout the entire Bible.

INTRODUCTION We celebrate the resurrection of Jesus every Lord’s Day, but on Easter Sunday we ramp up our celebration. Back in the 1960s, Nikita Khrushchev was the Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. In one infamous speech he declared the superiority of communism over ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Baptist

Sell Out And Buy Up! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 17, 2012

How the parable of the hidden treasure and the parable of the pearl represent two different ways people come into a relationship with Jesus Christ.

INTRODUCTION Matthew 13 contains seven parables about the Kingdom of heaven. Today we’re going to examine the short twin parables of the treasure buried in the field and the valuable pearl. As we talk about the Kingdom of heaven, you must remember only thing necessary for a kingdom is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Baptist

Did God Create The Devil Series

Contributed by Pastor Cosmos on Jan 6, 2011

This Bible study answers questions about where the devil came from, who is he, and many other facts about the devil that many do not know

Most people in the world are being deceived by an evil genius bent on destroying their lives - a brilliant mastermind called the devil, or Satan. But this dark prince is much more than what you might think... many say he’s just a devious mythical figure, but the Bible says he’s very real, and he’s ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Rich Man - Poor Man

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 7, 2011

wealthy or poor - Each group has its own problems – Real Wealth is a Matter of Understanding Sufficiency in Christ

"Rich Man - Poor Man" James 1:9-12 OPEN: So we are continuing our journey through the book of James and one of the things we've noted right from the beginning is that James is a man who thinks in a way that is vastly different from the norms we run into in normal society. (whatever that is) If ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Putting On Christ Series

Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 19, 2009

Put on Christ is so that people can see Christ in us and give glory to him and his saving work on the cross.

INTRODUCTION Please turn in your Bibles to Colossians 3:1-11. Last week we examined verses 1-11 of this chapter which have to do with putting away or putting to death sin in our lives. This is something that we’ll want to do and that we’re called to do if we’ve really been raised to life with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: *other

The Self-Deception Of Sin Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Jun 19, 2013

Paul exhorts us to test ourselves to see if we’re in the faith – but how do we do that? John points us in the right direction with some practical “tests” so that we may discern whether we are living in the light or in the darkness.

The Self Deception of Sin - 1 John 1:10-2:2 Series: That We May Know – Life With Jesus - #4 In his second letter to the Corinthian Church, the apostle Paul pleads with the people, saying to them these words … “Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test ...read more

Denomination: *other

How To Change The World

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 21, 2011

We change the world by choosing to do above and beyond what is expected of us in our everyday lives.

How To Change The World Genesis 24:1-9 Matthew 5:38-48 Test Genesis 24:9-20 We are continuing our series, “Moving Things To The Next Level”. We have looked at “How to Kill a Church”, “How to Heal The Church”, “Look At How To Build A Church” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Right Wisdom Series

Contributed by Peter Toy on Mar 26, 2013

What is true wisdom and which wisdom will we choose?

Which path will you choose? The passage this morning talks about wisdom. When the Bible speaks about wisdom, it’s talking about much more than just head knowledge, memorizing a set of facts. When the Bible speaks about wisdom it is describing a way of living that brings success, peace and ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Walk A New Way - Part Five Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 6, 2010

The church is not supposed to mimic other human institutions. It is built up the foundation of never-ending love – supernatural power - unsearchable riches –immeasurable vision.

OPEN: So as we’ve begun exploring the fourth chapter of Ephesians – we’ve been looking at a proper response to the blessing Jesus provides for those who are in the Church. These are all first response issues – these are the baby steps. If we don’t get these first ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am Getting Out

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009

Please bear in mind that being a Christian does not give you an automatic victory but doorway to the victory that has been won for you by Christ. This victory comes when you identify your position in God and you use all the equipment available to you to c

I AM GETTING OUT Dr. D. K. Olukoya Beloved, our message this week is entitled, “I am getting out.” Please bear in mind that being a Christian does not give you an automatic victory but doorway to the victory that has been won for you by Christ. This victory comes when you identify your position ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:2-10

Denomination: Pentecostal