Sermons on Commonality:

The Fellowship Of The Church Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 16, 2020

We are all called to use our gifts to evangelize the lost

Acts 2:40-47 40 And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, save yourselves from this untoward generation. 41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added [unto them] about three ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Baptist

When The Giants Just Keep Coming!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2021

Each Christian will face battles throughout the life they are called to live. There will not be one battle, but each of us will face multiple battles, and the situations we face may appear overwhelming as we face our own giants. But God will send a deliverer just when we need that deliverer most.

“There was war again between the Philistines and Israel, and David went down together with his servants, and they fought against the Philistines. And David grew weary. And Ishbi-benob, one of the descendants of the giants, whose spear weighed three hundred shekels of bronze, and who was armed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Philemon Commentary; Part 1 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 30, 2021

Philemon (meaning "beloved") has only one chapter; it was written to the man called Philemon, and that is almost all we know about this person, except, of course, that which can be ascertained from the Epistle itself. It is short and of a private nature,

THE BOOK OF PHILEMON COMMENTARY; PART 1 Note: The New King James Bible is used throughout, except where noted otherwise. INTRODUCTION Philemon (meaning "beloved") has only one chapter; it was written to the man called Philemon, and that is almost all we know about this person, ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Forgotten Element In Modern Marriage

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 11, 2017

A call for purity in marriage for Christians.

“Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous.” [1] Marriage is under assault in this day. I sincerely doubt that the assault is as successful as some might imagine; nevertheless, marriage is under a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Gentiles Receive The Holy Spirit

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 9, 2017

Peter and the three messengers set out the next morning accompanied by several of the Jewish Christians from Joppa. According to Peter’s report in Jerusalem there were six from Joppa. The company that journeyed those thirty miles from Joppa to Caesa....

May 1, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Title: The Gentiles Receive the Holy Spirit (10:23-48) Scripture (Acts 10:23-48) 23 Then called he them in, and lodged them. And on the morrow Peter went away with them, and certain brethren from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-48

Denomination: Baptist

Risk And The Christian Life

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2016

What are you willing to risk in order to advance the cause of Christ Jesus?

“I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. But you know Timothy’s proven worth, how ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

God In The Hands Of Angry Sinners Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 1, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 2: 1 – 47

Acts 2: 1 – 47 God in the hands of angry sinners 2 When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 Then there appeared to them ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Marks Of The True Church: Unity Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 1, 2024

The unity of the Faith transcends denominations, embracing all who are twice born through faith in Christ the Lord.

“I do not ask for these only, but also for those who will believe in me through their word, that they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. The glory that you have given me I have given to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

All Cultures Are Not Equivaent

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 4, 2025

The rules for war that Moses gave to Israel revealed a vast cultural gap between Israel and the nations they were to dispossess. The nations of the west in this day are culturally superior to much of the remainder of the world because the foundations of the west are found in the Word of God.

“When you go out to war against your enemies, and see horses and chariots and an army larger than your own, you shall not be afraid of them, for the LORD your God is with you, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt. And when you draw near to the battle, the priest shall come forward and speak ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

We Are His Offspring

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 11, 2024

God created mankind, and He gives us our being. Thus, we must not segregate on the basis of race or sex. Flowing from the knowledge of God's creation, and having given His Word, we discover that not all cultures are equal, though all people have opportunity to know God.

“Men of Athens, I perceive that in every way you are very religious. For as I passed along and observed the objects of your worship, I found also an altar with this inscription: ‘To the unknown god.’ What therefore you worship as unknown, this I proclaim to you. The God who made the world and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

Heal Me, Lord!

Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 11, 2002

Short message on three very importance people who were healed miraculously.

HEAL ME LORD! MATT 8:16-17 Sunpm 01/20/02 When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to him, and he drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick. 17 This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: "He took up our infirmities and carried our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why We Called Him "The Faithful God"?

Contributed by Donny Tatimu on Nov 20, 2002

If we have the faith that Our God is a Faithful God, so we must be faithful to Him. This is some of many reason why our God called "The Faithful God".

WHY WE CALLED HIM, "THE FAITHFUL GOD"? Deut. 7:9 (New Living Translation) "Understand, therefore, that the LORD your God is indeed God. HE IS THE FAITHFUL GOD who KEEPS HIS COVENANT for a thousand generations and CONSTANTLY LOVES those who love him and obey his commands." 1 Cor 1:9 (King James ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:9, Deuteronomy 7:9

Denomination: Charismatic

Handling God's Word

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Apr 24, 2001

There are many preachers today who mishandle God’s Holy Writ--some use it to make money and teach false doctrine, some use it to beat people over the head, some use it to justify wicked habits and styles of living; look into II Timothy 2 and find out how God wants His servants to use His word!

HOW WE SHOULD HANDLE GOD’S WORD II TIMOTHY 2:9-26 Introduction: Read II Peter 3:15-16. Many preachers and teachers are just what these verses describe—unstable—and many times as they get up to preach or teach, they actually wrest the Scriptures. We must learn how to respond to God’s word and how ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:15-16, 2 Timothy 2:9-26

Denomination: Baptist

Typical Counselees' Masks

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Typical Counselees’ Masks

Typical Counselees’ Masks Matt 5:44 1). The Mask of Politics - Some people both inside and outside of the church are making decisions based on what is diplomatically expedient. They are often more concerned about hiding behind their diplomatic identities, roles, and responsibilities than doing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Heavenly Highway"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Aug 30, 2001

There is a higway that leads to heaven.

Title: “The Heavenly Highway” Scripture: Isaiah 35:4-10 Introduction: Although man has made many great expressways, highways, and turnpikes in this world, God has surpassed them all. He has established a distinct highway, which leads to heaven. Let us note the features of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:4-10

Denomination: Baptist