Sermons on Cling To What Is Good:

The Mind Of Christ - Pt. 2

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007

Further discussion of the mind of Christ

The Mind of Christ (Part 2) 11/6/05 –pm Philippians 2:5-11 INTRO Our last sermon on Sunday night focused on the first 5 verses of chapter 2, specifically on the mindset of Jesus Christ. Tonight, we are going to further look into this chapter, re-pointing out some things and looking into a few new ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

From A Lion To A Lamb

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Mar 19, 2008

The conversion of Saul of Tarsus.

1. SAUL’S ADVERSITY “It is hard for thee to kick against the pricks”. The word “pricks” refers to the instrument used by a ploughman to guide his oxen. It was up to 10 feet long and had a pointed end. Saul was doing what sinners have done down through the ages - resisting the speaking voice of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

The Revelation Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 2, 2008

In Revelation 1:1-8, we discover His REVELATION, His REIGN and His RETURN.

The Book of Revelation is not so much a book on future events but about Jesus Christ. In this first chapter, we see the glorified Christ who is soon to return. Verses 1-3 are the introduction of the final disclosure of God’s Son who is revealed to all of us. We discover in verses 4-6 that God is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Let Him In

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Nov 29, 2007

A gospel message based on a well-known text of scripture.

INTRODUCTION "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock." The speaker is the Lord Jesus Christ. Let us consider His gracious words. 1. A VERY IMPORTANT TERM "Behold" This word occurs 1,275 times in the Bible. It is God’s way of getting us to consider carefully what He is about to tell us. 2. A VERY ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

A Startling Truth Series

Contributed by Michael Jones on Dec 5, 2007

This series details the "messy" people and events that surrounded the birth of Christ. 3 of 3.

First we looked at His scandalous beginning: - Tamar - Rahab - Ruth - Bathsheba Last week we looked at His shameful birth: - Mary the pregnant virgin - Joseph the confused fiancé - The uncomfortable trip - The lack of housing - Killing spree of King Hero Today we want to look at a startling ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Invitation To Give Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Mar 16, 2006

The sixth message in a verse by verse series through the book of Malachi

God’s Invitation to Be a Giver Malachi 3:7-12 I. The Lord’s Statement that Calls for a Change (v. 7) A. They rejected God’s instructions “…you have gone away from my ordnances…” – v. 7a 1. It is a measurement of our love (John 14:15) 2. It is a measurement of our gratitude B. They refused God’s ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Back To Basics

Contributed by L. Paul Lafferty on Jun 27, 2005

Worship Evangelism Discipleship

Intro: Words like, opportunity, chance, choices, option. Worship: Relationship with God. The reason we were created Ps 150:1 Praise the LORD! Praise God in His sanctuary; Praise Him in His mighty expanse. 2 Praise Him for His mighty deeds; Praise Him according to His excellent ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Just Do It!

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

John 2:1-11 and Isaiah 62:1-5 are woven together to encourage the Christian to get on with living the Christian life.

Just Do It! John 2:1-11 / Isaiah 62:1-5 Intro: Ever have one of those days when everything went wrong? Why me? I’m here God; did You forget me? I. Wedding feast in eastern society - 7 days or more - new guests arriving daily. A. Jesus arrives with 5 more uninvited guests - possibly why ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Together We Stand

Contributed by Edward Scott on Aug 20, 2005

Unity in Christ

Together we stand Text: Galatians 3:28 for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. When I was so graciously offered this opportunity the last time to Glorify God, he edified us with “ Team Work “ We need each other, we determined that we couldn’t function in our purpose ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28

Denomination: Baptist

Four Myths About Child Raising

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

As the message for a baby dedication service, this sermon pointed out some of the contemporary myths that exist about the roles of parent and child.

Baby Dedication December 1, 2002 With all of the millennia of child raising you would think we would have gotten a handle on it by now. Yet with every generation there are myths that arise around child raising that cause trouble for the next generation. Myth #1 Children are a blank slate NIV ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:5, Proverbs 29:15

Denomination: Baptist

Walk In Holiness - Part 1 Of 2

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 18, 2004

The Bible clearly mandates that we need to walk in Holiness and it describes for us how we ought to conduct ourselves in light of His will for our lives - Part 1 of 2.

“Walk in Holiness” – Part 1 of 2 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 I. WALK IN HOLINESS. (vv. 1-8) Leviticus 11:44; 19:2; 1 Peter 1:15-16 A. A SEPARATED walk. (vv. 1-2) Romans 12:1-2; 2 Corinthians 6:1; Genesis 5:22, 24; 6:9; 17:1; 48:15; 2 Kings 20:3; Micah 6:8; Luke 1:6; Acts 9:31; Romans 8:1 1. An ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Demands Of Christianity - Part Two Series

Contributed by Trae Durden on Apr 14, 2005

Part Two, Expectations of Christians

Demands of Christianity – Part Two Introduction: A. Grandmother’s demands – Picadilly; Done eating; No old people! B. Hebrew Letter sets forth the “better” things of Christianity in contrast to the Law of Moses. Thirteen times. Many demands under Old Law; If the New is better, not to expect the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of The Christian

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Sep 1, 2006

Joy in Believing; Joy in Hearing; Joy in Obeying; Joy in Abiding - these are the keys to knowing the Joy of the Lord in our lives.

THE JOY OF THE CHRISTIAN 1. JOY IN BELIEVING I Peter 1:8 & 9 Jesus Christ . . . 8 You love him even though you have never seen him. Though you do not see him, you trust him; and even now you are happy with a glorious, inexpressible joy. 9 Your reward for trusting him will be the salvation of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting To Know God Through The Bible Series

Contributed by Glenn Arellano on Sep 11, 2006

God wants us to know Him. He has given us His word so that we will discover His character and the wonderful things He has prepared for us.

There are things that God only does for those who are related to Him that He will not do for all people. This is the privilege of those who belong to Him and know Him. That is why God wants Himself to be known by us, so that in knowing Him we will be confident in following Him wholeheartedly. He ...read more

Scripture: John 5:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The House Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Robert Coats on Sep 20, 2006

This sermon shows how Jesus owns the church, ownership is seen in three ways

The House of Jesus Christ Hebrews 3:6 During the earthly ministry of Jesus, He had no house to call His own. – Luke 9:58 As He was growing up as a lad, Joseph provided a house for Him His Heavenly Father had a house waiting for Him when He left this world. Jesus even had to be laid in a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:6

Denomination: Church Of God