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  • When Christians Disagree - Part One Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Nov 28, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,038 views

    Principles for dealing with doctrinal disagreements

    SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 15:1-35 TITLE: WHEN CHRISTIANS DISAGREE – PART ONE” INTRODUCTION: A. Benjamin Franklin: “Many a long dispute may be thus abridged: ‘It is so; it is not so.’ ‘It is so; it is not so.’” ...read more

  • Is The Bible Reliable? Week 1 Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,350 views

    Using the DaVinci Code as a platform to prove the historical reliability of the Bible and as God’s Word to us.

    Almost right from the get go of this letter to the Galatians, Paul is astounded that the Christians in this region had so quickly fallen for some false teachings which were spread in their region, a counterfeit Christianity, something other than the what Paul had preached to them. Even in Paul’s ...read more

  • Whose Lives Should Be Protected, Valued, Sacrificed Or Released?

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 30, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,671 views

    A message addressed an issue - Sanctity of Human Life - that ultimately affects each of us in so many extraordinary ways.

    WHOSE LIVES SHOULD BE PROTECTED, VALUED, SACRIFICED OR RELEASED? Perth Bible Church, Sunday AM January 21, 2007 Pastor Todd G. Leupold PREFACE: Before I begin this morning, I want you to know that other than my Mom’s funeral this may be the most emotionally difficult and wrenching sermon I’ve ...read more

  • Truth Series

    Contributed by Tim Zukas on Apr 25, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 11,109 views

    Building God’s Church through Truth(Bob Russell - When God Build’s a Church)

    The facts depend on a person’s perspective. Listen to the following: The Metropolitan Insurance Company has published this list: Reasons/Excuses for Auto Accidents: (1) “An invisible car came out of nowhere, struck my car, and vanished.” (2) “The pedestrian had no idea which direction to go, so ...read more

  • A Good Plan Gone Awry

    Contributed by Rusty Davidson on Feb 19, 2007
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,772 views

    Sermon examines Genesis 6:1-4 and the impact of not carrying out the plan of God and the consequences of such sin.

    INTRODUCTION “Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” (Proverbs 19:21) I remember several years ago as I started and ran my own business for awhile, the plan God laid out for me. It was clear in my mind from the very beginning. I was to work it part-time ...read more

  • Core Values -- Work Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,374 views

    We are in our series on Core Values. Core Values are the DNA that define who we are, what we are in infancy and in greatness. What God has called us to be. They are not just creeds on plaque or notes in book somewhere. They are the essence of who we a

    Power & Presence of the Holy Spirit Galatians 5:16-18 16 So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. 17 For the sinful nature desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the sinful nature. They are in conflict with each ...read more

  • Da Vinci Code: Truth And Error Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Mark Strauss on May 8, 2006
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,885 views

    The Da Vinci Code – first the book and now the movie – has made a huge cultural impact in the United States and around the world. Dan Brown’s mystery novel has not only met with massive popular success, but has shaken the faith of many with its astonishin

    Truth and Error in the Da Vinci Code Part 1: Jesus and the Gospels This message contains excerpts from the book Truth and Error in the Da Vinci Code by Mark L. Strauss This book may be ordered at DaVinciCodeErrors.com The Da Vinci Code – first the book and now the movie – has made a huge cultural ...read more

  • Abortion: Where From Here?

    Contributed by William Mouser on Jan 31, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,562 views

    On the 33rd anniversary of Roe v. Wade, this sermon points to the stark certainty of eventual judgment and also to specific actions which Christians may take in view of this.

    Psalms 11 & 130, Leviticus 18:21-30, 1 John 3:1-3, Matt. 18:1-7, 10-14 Abortion: Where from here? Today is the 33rd anniversary of the Supreme Court decision known as Roe verses Wade, the decision that declared that our national constitution contained within it an entitlement for any woman in our ...read more

  • "Give Me A Man” 1 Samuel 17:10: Sermon On Biblical Manhood

    Contributed by Tim White on May 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,524 views

    David and Saul faced the same giant obstacle to leadership, but only David revealed Biblical manhood.

    Goliath’s had no idea what he was asking for when he bellowed like an out of tune tuba: “GIVE ME A MAN!” Wayne Grudem and John Piper identified and addressed a problem in leadership back in 1991 which is still relevant: “A controversy of major proportions has spread through the church. It began ...read more

  • I Am He

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jan 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,907 views

    The eyes of people will be opened if they will just listen and believe the still small voice of the Holy Spirit who speaks to them.

    Text: Jesus said to her, “I who speak to you am He” (John 4:26). The eyes of a Samaritan woman are unexpectedly open as she makes a routine trip to the well to draw water for the day. After Jesus began his ministry, people began to come to him to be baptized by his disciples. His popularity ...read more

  • Foundational Truth 6 (Wk.7) Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 24, 2008
     | 3,180 views

    A look at the foundational truths of the Christian faith which must be wholly understood before believers can move on to maturity in Christ. This one focuses on "the laying on of hands" and "resurrection of the dead".

    Dakota Community Church November 23, 2008 Foundational Truth 6 (Week 7) Hebrews 5:11-14 We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to learn. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s ...read more

  • Spiritual Drift

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 22, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,512 views

    See what happens when God’s people drift away from Him and worship other gods.

    Several years ago a scary thing happened to two young beach goers. I read this in the newspaper. Two young ladies were at the beach, I think Pensacola beach, enjoying a summer vacation and enjoying the water. They got into a raft to relax and sun bath. While floating on the raft they did not pay ...read more

  • The Role Of Men And Women In The Worship Of God (Guidelines Worship Pt. 2) Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 1, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,426 views

    In Christ God has made man and woman equal in the blessings from Christ, yet in worship and leadership Each sex has been given specific roles.

    GUIDELINES IN THE WORSHIP OF GOD (Part Two: The Role of Men and Women in Worship) 1 Timothy 2:8-15 Dorn Ridge Church Of Christ June 02, 20 Audio Link to Hear this sermon: http://chirb.it/cg4z7K INTRODUCTION: 1.) Most of this second chapter deals with the handling of worship services, and ...read more

  • Jesus Is...! Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 30, 2017
     | 2,853 views

    A look through the book of Hebrews to better understand who Jesus is and who we are called to be.

    Jesus Is . . . ! Hebrews 5:11 - 6:20 July 30, 2017 It may be difficult to believe, but sometimes adults can act like children - - There’s nothing more fun than to watch a MLB manager go ballastic and act like a 2 year old. We see 40 year olds acting like 5 year olds. It’s embarrassing when it ...read more

  • Darkness Into Light Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 15, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,647 views

    We're the light of the world and children of light. Allow that light to shine brightly in our lives to light up those around us. Let’s expose their deeds as we seek to shine brightly for Jesus, so that they may be quickened and made light themselves.

    This is an image from my childhood that has just stuck with me. It’s from one of those movies that we used to watch over and over again, at least every holiday. It’s from the last of the original, and good, Star Wars movies. In my mind, it’s one of the pivotal scenes from the ...read more