Sermons on Contrasts:

Three Tests For Salvation Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 3, 2002

4th in First John Series

THREE TESTS FOR SALVATION 1 John 2:3-11 INTRO: One of the main purposes of the book of 1 John is that you and I might come to know that we are truly children of God. To know that we are born again. The Bible plainly teaches that it is possible for a Christian to really and actually know he is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Character Counts:responsibility

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 18, 2009

Communion Meditation for February 1, 2009

(Slide 1) Kathy begins the meditation this morning with a poem that gives us some important things to think about. (Kathy shares poem entitled, ‘Give Me Flowers.’ In this world today while we’re living Some folks say the worst of us they can But when we are dead and in our casket, They always ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:45-51

Denomination: Church Of God

Learning To See That We May Follow

Contributed by Carl Greene on Jun 21, 2010

The Greek word for “roadside, road and ‘way’” are the same word. Bartimaeus ask for and received his sight. Upon seeing clearly, he got up and followed [Jesus] along the road… along the “way.”

“What do you want me to do for you?” If Jesus were to come through the doors of this sanctuary this morning, walk up the center isle then suddenly pause, then turn to you and ask that question….how would you respond? Think about that question for just a moment. “What do ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Methodist

Far Sighted Strategy: Preparing The Generations Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 1, 2010

We must constantly reinforce and pass on the truth of God's Word.

Far Sighted Strategy: Preparing the Generations (2 Peter 1:12-15) 1. When our kids were young, we enjoyed watching Sesame Street with them, especially Hannah. This was before Elmo took over the show. 2. This added vocabulary and shared experiences. The Golden AN, Planet "Ch," "Put Down the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Praying With Purpose

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

The Lesson to be learned here is that prayer which begins with sighing generally ends in singing. We need to pray with purpose. We need to spend each day in prayer to God.

PRAYING WITH PURPOSE-- PSALMS 5:1-12 Introduction: Those who believe in and practice set forms of prayer can find no justification for such in the Book of Psalms. There is a complete disregard for mechanical praying throughout the book. When you have a burning concern, praying come from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

3 Marks Of A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 3:8

Text: 1 Peter 3:8 Title: Three Marks of a Healthy Church Date/Place: LSCC, 11/13/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: contrast the Andrea Yates case (postpartum psychosis) that was granted a new trial this week versus the moment of heroism at the Campbell County HS by three ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth - An Introduction Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 30, 2012

Let's begin a journey and discover some great and wonderful truths about God through this wonderful book about a woman of great faith and obedience!

TEACHING BRIEF Date Written: June 26, 2012 Date Taught: June 27, 2012 Church: OPBC (Wed Night) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: A Study in the Book of Ruth Text: Ruth 1:1-5 (read passage) Introduction: Even the best laid plans can go awry and leave us ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What Matters Most Sermon Iii: Wisdom From God Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 5, 2020

True meaning in life is found by true Christians in seeking to know and do God's Will wisely not foolishly.

WISDOM FROM HUMAN SOURCES MATTERS FOR NAUGHT RELATIVE TO WISDOM FROM GOD Solomon presented himself as Exhibit A – the “devil’s advocate” - to help those searching for meaning in life to contrast the emptiness of life apart from God versus the fulfillment of life lived with and ...read more

Back To The Future Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 17, 2015

Daniel chapter 7 moves from the historical to the prophetic. The entire chapter moves us to ask the question, Have I invited Jesus to set up His throne in my life.

Intro: Theoretically, television may be feasible, but I consider it an impossibility--a development which we should waste little time dreaming about. Lee de Forest, 1926, inventor of the cathode ray tube. I think there is a world market for about five computers. Thomas J. Watson, 1943, Chairman ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Answer Two: God’s Humble And Simple People Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 9, 2015

Every church needs to take this message to heart because one of the most tragic characteristics of modern society is pride and self-sufficiency.

I said last time that in Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians concerning what to do about their divided church, Paul gives 11 answers to their problem. The first answer, Paul said, was the cross. If the church would refocus on their purpose based upon the cross, the church would begin to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Good Things Always Come In Three’s? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 1, 2015

A study of the book of Ester 10: 1 – 3

Ester 10: 1 – 3 Good Things Always Come in Three’s? 1 And King Ahasuerus imposed tribute on the land and on the islands of the sea. 2 Now all the acts of his power and his might, and the account of the greatness of Mordecai, to which the king advanced him, are they not written in the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 10:1-3

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why The Law Cannot Fix Us Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 11, 2020

Although ignorance is a major problem in the Christian world, our biggest issue involves being rightly related to God. Many, sadly, look to law-keeping as the way to know God or receive His forgiveness. This simply will not work; we need regeneration, the work of the Holy Spirit within us.

Why the Law Cannot Fix Us (Romans 7:1-25) 1. Happy Mother’s Day to all our moms. Moms come with all sorts of personalities and approaches toward parenting. A mother is trying to get her son to eat carrots. “Carrots are good for your eyes,” she says. “How do you know?” the boy asks. The mother ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Lesson In Discipleship

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 17, 2020

The reminder we see in 3 John is regarding discipleship/faithfulness to what we have been taught - we are called to execute the things we have seen Jesus do!

A Lesson in Discipleship Scripture: 3 John 1:1-15 Introduction - Today we will examine 3 John and hopefully see a very poignant theme -- Setup: John’s writings late in life all surround reminders for the entire church -- The reminder is regarding discipleship/faithfulness to what we have been ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why We Don't Understand Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

We can know all the truth we need to know to live for God.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY WE DON’T UNDERSTAND 1. Because we are mentally limited. We don’t understand all things. “He that walketh in darkness knoweth not whither he goeth” (John 12:35, KJV). 2. Because we are spiritually blinded. “The god of this world hath blinded the (spiritual) minds” ...read more

Scripture: John 12:35, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Life And Light Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 9, 2016

In 5 sentences, John gives us a wonderful picture of who Jesus is and what He came to do. He came with a message of hope, from the place where hope is eternal, so that we may know His Father and the love that is provided free if we will accept it.

Jesus is Life and Light John 1:1-5 - Happy Mother’s Day to our mom’s! -- Today as we begin our study of the book of John, we will see eternal love -- That same love is what allows you to love your children so unselfishly -- We give thanks for you, and thanks to the Lord for what He ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational