Sermons on Christian Giving:

The Red Heifer

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012

We can be defiled by the common things around us but God has a remedy for us in the picture of the OT sacrifice of a red heifer.

Hebrews 9:13-14 KJV For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of an heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh: [14] How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2012

Fourth of a seven week series on the "I Am" sayings of Jesus.

This week, more than two dozen people were arrested in connection with a $325 million counterfeit ring that was attempting to import knockoffs from China and Taiwan through a port in New Jersey. Among the fake items were counterfeit Nike shoes, Ugg boots, and Louis Vuitton, Coach and Gucci ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2012

Fifth of a seven week series on the "I Am" sayings of Jesus.

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but just about one month from today, all of us must have filed our income tax returns for 2011. And every year when we complete our returns, we’re reminded of the old adage first made famous in one of Benjamin Franklin’s letters: “In this world ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Way And The Truth And The Life Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2012

Sixth of a seven week series on the "I Am" sayings of Jesus

We all know that the Israelites wandered in the desert for 40 years after they escaped from Egypt. Some claim that is because even in Bible times, men wouldn’t stop to ask for directions. But fortunately for us, in the account we’ll look at this morning, Jesus’ disciples ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Little Further

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

The need to go a little further will make us better men and women for God.

Matthew 26:39 KJV And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt. Luke 22:41 KJV And he was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Fruit Inspectors Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 30, 2012

We are to discern false teaching within the church by examining the fruit produced by our teachers.

I know that several of you have recently driven to California. I was wondering if they still have the Agricultural Inspection Stations when you cross the border into California. I know they still had them when Mary and I vacationed there a couple of years ago. Those inspectors are tasked with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Praying With Persistence

Contributed by Erik Estep on Oct 20, 2011

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see a demonstration of the power of prayer that comes w/persistence. And thru a man named Daniel, we’re going to see how we can begin to take steps that will help us pray w/persistence.

“Praying with Persistence” Daniel 10: 1-14 May 16, 2010 Intro: There was a lady who lived way out in the country in Wales. And she went to a great deal of trouble and expense to have electricity brought to her home. However, after a couple of months, the electric company noticed ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

What The Bible Says About Marriage And Divorce

Contributed by Roy Sommerville on Nov 9, 2011

In mark 10, we see five characteristics of the state of marriage in the culture, three ingredients of a successful marriage and four reasons why divorce is wrong.

What the Bible says about Marriage and Divorce Mark 10:1-12 Anyone who says that the Bible is dull, boring or irrelevant hasn’t read Mark 10:1-11. Challenging, yes.Boring, never. The Pharisees, in verse 2, came and asked Jesus, “’Is it lawful for a man to divorce his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Exodus 25-31 The Tabernacle Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Exodus 25-31 The Tabernacle

Exodus 25-31 The Tabernacle Manuscript Last week we looked at God meeting with the Israelites on Mt Sinai. What was that meeting like? Was it a run-of-the-mill meeting? A nice, gentle affair? No – it was shock and awe! There was thick smoke and the whole of Mt Sinai shook violently. It was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

An Ark-Ie, Ark-Ie. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 9, 2011

We have seen Noah's Walk and now his Work.

Intro: 1. A 320-year-old Strad-i-var-ius cello [chel-o] that had been missing for 3 weeks has been returned to the Los Angeles Phil-har-mon-ic Orchestra after it avoided becoming the world's most expensive CD rack. The instrument was accidentally left outside the owners home. Nearby video ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2011

The Battle of Armageddon points out the need to follow Jesus and to trust in what He has done for us.

Last year the 1980’s TV series, “The A-Team” was made into a full length motion picture. In both the TV series and the movie, a group of ex-United States Army Special Forces are led by Colonel “Hannibal” Smith who was played in the TV series by George Peppard and in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Sovereignty Of God Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 14, 2011

In Romans 9 Paul argues for God’s sovereignty in all things including our salvation as He discusses the Jewish people and their relationship with God to confirm God’s sovereignty to help those who are in Christ to know that God is able to, and does, keep

The Complete Sovereignty of God God is Sovereign in the Keeping of His word (Romans 9:1-9) God is Sovereign in the salvation of His People (Romans 9:10-33) Through God choosing man in election Through man Believing God in faith Slide Good Morning. This morning I want to jump right into our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mt. Carmel Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011

Events in the Bible that took place on a mountain

Mountain Moving Faith: “Mt. Carmel” 1 Kings 18 I’ve never gotten to see a shuttle launch live, but I have got to see it on TV. They begin to countdown and as the countdown hits zero, smoke drifts from the pad and then the main engines and the solid rockets lifted the shuttle ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

Glory!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

Glory! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 9 verses 28-36. Ill: • A man from the back mountains of Tennessee found himself one day in a large city, • For the first time standing outside an elevator. • He watched as an old, haggard woman hobbled on, and the doors closed. • A few minutes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Brethren

A Fantastic Discovery - Peters Confession.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

A Fantastic Discovery - Peters Confession. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 16 verses 15-23. (1). Background: (a). Geographically. • Jesus and his disciples are in the region of Caesurae Philippi. • Caesarea Philippi lies about twenty-five miles Northeast of the Sea of Galilee. • This region was outside the domain of Herod ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-23

Denomination: Brethren