Sermons on Carl Ketcherside:

A Tree And It's Fruit

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

The fruit of our lives bears witness to our walk with Christ.

A Tree and It’s Fruit Matthew 7:15-20 I. What is a false prophet A. One who deceives - Matthew 24:24 B. One who comes in name of the Lord purporting truth, but glorifies self - has a new word from the Lord - promotes self C. Destroys others II. The danger A. Appearances look ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Play Favorites Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

A call to look upon others with the eyes of Christ.

Don’t Play Favorites James 2:1-13 I. Favortism A. Showing respect or honor based on social status or position B. Warned against repeatedly in scripture II. We are quick to judge by outward appearances A. Clothes B. Jewelry C. Cars D. House III. We give favor based on these ideas of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Close Your Mouth And Open Your Ears Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

If you’re always talking you can’t be taught.

Close Your Mouth and Open Your Ears James 1:19-27 I. Listen up A. Don’t just hear B. Listen and carefully consider II. Slow down A. Don’t speak impulsively 1. Consider words 2. Carefully choose them 3. What would Jesus do? B. Slow to anger 1. Just because you are justified, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Well Balanced Church

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

God’s word shows us the essential ingredients for a vibrant, healthy church.

A Well Balanced Church Acts 2:44 - 47 1. A balanced diet leads to good health A. The church is the Body of Christ B. A healthy body naturally grows C. A healthy body is not as succeptible to disease D. If any one element is too dominant the body is out of balance 2. The elements that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:44-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keeping Your Eyes On Christ

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

To run the race, your eyes must remain on the prize.

Keeping Your Eyes On Christ Hebrews 12:1-3 I. The testimony of those who have gone before us should be an encouragement to us in our journey of life - We learn by the actions, victories and mistakes of others - Biblically (Heroes of the faith) - In our own lives (family, friends) - ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chosen To Live A Holy Life Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

You have been chosen by God for a holy life.

Chosen to Live a Holy Life I Peter 1:13-25 I. Straighten up!!!! A. Our hope rests in God 1. his kindness will be revealed in Christ Jesus 2. put your hope in nothing else B. obedient children 1. live as you ought to a. by what you have been taught b. by what you have been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Investment Advice

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

How to make successful investments into the Kingdom of Heaven

Investment Advice Matthew 25:14-28 1. You must know the rules of investing A. You must know the results that are sought - What are the objectives - Growth - Personal Growth Gal. 5:22 - Growth of God’s Kingdom - Matt. 28:19-20 - Current return - Honoring God - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judging Others

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Focus on your shortcomings instead of the faults of others

Judging Others Matthew 7:1-6 I. Judging is a condemnation A. It has finality - Your long term thoughts on a person are developed in the first 30 seconds of contact. B. Judging places your values upon a person - You are imperfect also C. God will treat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing God

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

There is a great difference between knowing God and knowing about God.

Knowing God John 14:7-11 Thought: Many people know alot about God and about scripture, but they fail to ever truly know God. I. There is a difference between book knowledge and relational knowledge A. The Pharisees were well versed in the Word, but were not close to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You're In Love

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

The characteristics of true love.

When You’re In Love 1 John 4:9 - 10 I. What love is not - Love is not a feeling - Love is not an emotion - Love is not an act II. How do I know when it’s love - Love consumes - we are always on God’s heart is the reverse true? - Love is blind - God sees each of us as His creation...do ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Brand New You

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Jesus brings about transformation in the lives of all who receive Him.

A Brand New You II Corinthians 5:17 I. A brand new you A. Has a clean slate 1. what you do going forward will shape you 2. past mistakes are in the past B. Has new opportunities 1. unlimited potential 2. unlimited resources II. Newness comes about in Christ Jesus A. He takes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Way Has Been Paid

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Your admission into an eternal relationship with God has been paid for. It is yours for the asking.

Your Way Has Been Paid Romans 3:21-26 I. Each of us owes a debt of sin A. All of us owe this debt v. 23, 1 John 1:8 B. The price is high Rom. 6:23 II. What is sin? A. Sin is the result of our fallen nature - Began with Adam and Eve B. What are some things God considers sin? - Galatians ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In The Lord

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Many times we fail to tap into the power of living in the Lord.

Living in the Lord - Phillippians 4:1 - 13 1. Be united with other believers A. There is a common ground - Christ died for all people - We are all commanded to be ministers of the gospel B. The peripheral issues are of no consequence - stay focused - What truly matters to God? - ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Best Laid Plans Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

The importance of allowing God to direct your day to day plans.

The Best Laid Plans James 4:13-17 I. There are no guarantees A. We all make plans 1. day timers 2. pocket organizers 3. wall calendars 4. appointments B. The way we make plans should reflect our relationship with God 1. Only He knows the future 2. Only He can shape the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praise And Adoration

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Worship and adoration of God.

Praise/Adoration Psalm 150 1. Private Worship - Should be truly experienced singly. Ex. 15: 1 - 2 - We were made for worship - Psalm 33:1, Luke 19:37-40 - Seems uncomfortable because of sin 2. God does not care about eloquence, only sincerity. 3. Reasons we should worship/praise - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational