Sermons on Christlike Rest:

The Christian Life

Contributed by John White on Jul 6, 2019

As the years roll by we all tend to increasingly have questions about life. As Christians we know the general answers to the age-old questions, “Who am I?’ Where did I come from?” “Why am I here?” “Where am I going?”

The Christian Life James 4:13-15 “Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain: Whereas ye know not what [shall be] on the morrow. For what [is] your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-15, Mark 8:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

Institution Of The Lord’s Supper Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 11, 2019

It meant a lot to Jesus to spend those hours with His disciples. He loved them, and their presence encouraged Him. He took the cup and the bread of the Passover and transformed them into memorials of His own blood and body, for He wanted the disciples to remember Him.

Tom Lowe 12/18/2007 HARMONY OF THE GOSPELS (22)Institution of the Lord’s Supper Matthew 26:26-29, Mark 14:22-25 (Focal Passage), Luke 22:17-20 Location: Upper Room Date: Thursday of Jesus’ Final Week 1 Corinthians 11:23-34 23For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

God Sees You, Not Only As What You Are, But As What You Are Becoming

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 14, 2019

When Jesus met Simon, he named him "Peter", or "Rock", even though Peter's character at that time was decidedly un-rocklike. But Jesus saw what he would become, just as he sees as, not only as we are but as what we will become in Him.

The first thing we notice in these seven verses is the number of references to stones. Living stones. Precious stones. Corner stones. Stones that are chosen by God but rejected by men. A stone that causes people to stumble and fall. Now, think about that for a moment. Why would that be? Why would ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42, 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Pray Without Inhibition Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 22, 2019

Pray Without Inhibition Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey - July 21, 2019

Pray Without Inhibition Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey - July 21, 2019 #31 in series Luke 11:5-13 Intro I want to invite you to use your imagination with me for a moment. Imagine you are going up to the front door of a home. Now I am going to give you two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Testifying Boldly Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

What it looks like to be a bold witness

Acts 3 & 4 - Testifying Boldly -  February 5, 2014 Turn with me this morning to the book of Acts, chapter 3.  The Book of Acts is the record of the “first” experiences of the Church. We see the first Gospel sermon preached by Peter, the first invitation given, the first salvations ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wisdom For The Family Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 22, 2019

Speak for those who can't speak for themselves.

Wisdom For the Family Proverbs 24:11-12 Rev. Brian Bill January 19-20, 2019 It’s probably not appropriate for a Packers fan to bring up the “double doink” field goal missed by Bears kicker Cody Parkey in the closing seconds of their game with the Eagles a couple weeks ago…but I’m going to anyway. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:11-12, Proverbs 31:8-9, Proverbs 2:1, Proverbs 5:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Alive - But Not Productive

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Jan 29, 2019

This sermon examines why Jesus cursed the fig tree, and what that means for followers of Christ.

INTRODUCTION A while back, I visited an old family friend. This person had not seen me for a long time. Let me reenact our encounter (place and then slowly take off cap). The reason why my friend’s voice trailed off at the end is because my afro had taken an extended vacation. Oh mind you, my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:18-19, Mark 11:12-14, Luke 13:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Get 1 Over

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 23, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 9: 1 – 26

Jeremiah 9: 1 – 26 Get 1 over 1 Oh, that my head were waters, and my eyes a fountain of tears, that I might weep day and night for the slain of the daughter of my people! 2 Oh, that I had in the wilderness a lodging place for travelers; That I might leave my people and go from them! For they are ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

War And Peace Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 24, 2019

Joy can be discovered and embraced through times or war and peace. We just have to seek the one who brings perfect peace even in the midst of war.

Opening Video: Memorial Day Memorial Day – A day to remember those who gave their lives for the cause of peace in a time of war. Series: Find Joy in the Journey Scripture Text: Romans 15:13 “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Sovereign Lord Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 31, 2019

In Colossians 1:15–19, Paul reveals our Lord’s true identity by viewing Him in relation to three things: 1) The Father (Colossians 1:15), 2) The Universe (Colossians 1:16-17), and 3) The Church (Colossians 1:18-19).

Colossians 1:15–19 15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. 16 For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. 17 And he is before ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-19

Denomination: Other

Lessons In True Power Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 3, 2019

Lessons in True Power Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – June 2, 2019

Lessons in True Power Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – June 2, 2019 Text: Luke 9:43-55 Intro In shaping the lives of those who enter the reign of God… Jesus is reorienting human nature to live in the way true life really is. There are many aspects of life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:43-55

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"beware Of The Leaven Of The Pharisees And The Sadduccees And Of Herod"

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 10, 2019

Warning of Jesus when He said "beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and the Sadducees and of Herod" -

Get rid of Leaven. We are looking into the warnings of Jesus when He said "beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and the Sadducees and of Herod" - Matthew 16:6-12; Mark 8:15 and we shall also look into the Parable of the Leaven to understand the background of the meaning of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:6-12, Mark 8:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Find Joy Through Family Part 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 21, 2019

We need to learn the keys to having a healthy biblical family if we want to fend off the attack of the enemy on our families. If we want to experience joy in the journey of life!

Find Joy Through Your Family! (pt4) Series: Find Joy in the Journey Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers. We must put ourselves in the places where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15, Luke 17:3-4, Matthew 18:21-22, Mark 11:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Challenge Of God's Call-10 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 24, 2015

10 of 10. Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call is a significant challenge. But why? 16 challenges of/to answering God’s call. God’s call presents a challenge to...

The CHALLENGE OF GOD's CALL-X—Exodus 3:1-22 Assistance/Availability/Discovering/Significance Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call presents a significant challenge. To What does God’s call present a challenge? 16 challenges of/to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Other Details Of Creation Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 11, 2018

Fools despise their own souls, by caring for their bodies more than they do for their souls.

June 18, 2013 Commentary on the Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.A.10: Other Details of Creation Gen. 2.4-7 (KJV) 4 These are the generations of the heavens and of the earth when they were created, in the day that the LORD God made the earth and the heavens, 5 And every plant of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-7

Denomination: Baptist