Sermons on Core Values:

Lesson 3: The Will Of A Person

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 8, 2007

Our will is an essential aspect of our personhood and can be sharpened and hardened to use for God’s glory.

Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: What Makes You Do the Things You Do? Lesson 3: The Will of a Person Dr. Elmer Towns 7 October 2007 A. INTRODUCTION “WHAT IS MAN?” (PSALM 8:4). 1. We are material and immaterial. “As her soul was departing (for she died)” (Gen. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:4

Denomination: Baptist

The New Covenant

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Oct 19, 2007

The old covenant is a corporate affair between Yahweh and Israel, The new covenant does not involve a corporate action, indeed it is an individual and uniquely personal relationship with God’s own people brokered by and in Christ Jesus. prophet Jeremiah b

I want to start from what a covenant is not. Covenant is not a contract. It is more than that. A contract is a legally binding exchange of promises or agreement between parties that the law will enforce. Contract law is based on the Latin phrase pacta sunt servanda (pacts must be kept). Breach ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Methodist

Things To Do In Order To Be A Highly Effective Christian Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 28, 2007

5 Things we need to do i order to be a highly effective Christian

THINGS TO DO IN ORDER TO BE A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE CHRISTIAN 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4 INTRODUCTION: We are always searching for something more effective, something to do the job better. Magazines, shows, radio stations, etc. are full of contests, trials, and surveys seeking to find the best of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Model Neighbor

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008

Most people have lost the Biblical concept of neighbor, while they crave to have such neighbors. The sermons argues that it start with you.

THE MODEL NEIGHBOR Leviticus 19:9-18 One of the things I use to like about the apartment I lived for most of my life was the neighbors. We had good neighbors and some of the boys continue to be my friends to this day. Having good neighbors is something everybody likes and appreciates. Currently, ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Longing Of God

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Dec 29, 2008

God longs for the full devotion of his people.

INTRODUCTION We now return to our study of the book of James entitled: Living the Real Life: Cultivating a Faith that Works. Remember as we were working through the letter we were identifying the different ways James says that true, genuine, saving faith reveals itself. We have seen everything from ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Dec 30, 2008

How Genuine Faith Reveals Itself in Our Speech

JAMES LIVING THE REAL LIFE: CULTIVATING A FAITH THAT WORKS TAMING THE TONGUE JAMES 3:1-12 INTRODUCTION Turn, if you would, in your Bible to James chapter 3. We now turn our attention to one of the most practical matters that James deals with in his letter to the Jewish Christians scattered ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Bread Of Life

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 5, 2009

There is a Gospel call, a promise to believers, of a saving faith. It is a Heavenly gift, a gift of eternal life.

The Bread of Life Modified December 6, 2008 John 6:33-58 Monte T. Brown November 30, 1997 Sunday Morning Randall Road Introduction: There is a Gospel call, a promise to believers, of a saving faith. It is a Heavenly gift, a gift ...read more

Scripture: John 6:33-58

Denomination: Baptist

Grace For Ten

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jan 5, 2009

Ten commands that enable us to live the genuine Christian life.

JAMES LIVING THE REAL LIFE: CULTIVATING A FAITH THAT WORKS GRACE FOR TEN JAMES 4:7-10 INTRODUCTION Turn in your Bible to James chapter 4. If you recall, last week we took a look at the end of chapter 3 and the first part of chapter 4. We talked about this worldly mindset of jealousy that James ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Not The Master

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jan 9, 2009

James encourages his readers to understand their frailty while acknowledging God’s sovereignty.

JAMES LIVING THE REAL LIFE: CULTIVATING A FAITH THAT WORKS YOU ARE NOT THE MASTER JAMES 4:11-17 INTRODUCTION James chapter 4 is where we turn to today. We will be looking at the last part of chapter 4. Now, remember the first 10 verses of chapter 4 are a call to abandon the selfish, sinful ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

In Light Of His Coming

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jan 14, 2009

In light of Christ’s imminent return, James gives a word of warning to the rich, a word of comfort to the hurting, and a reminder to talk like a believer.

JAMES LIVING THE REAL LIFE: CULTIVATING A FAITH THAT WORKS IN LIGHT OF HIS COMING JAMES 5:1-12 INTRODUCTION Open your Bible to James chapter 5. Of course, this is the last chapter of the book of James; and the normative way that the New Testament writers ended their letters was to tie up some ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Up For Our Savior

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 4, 2008

If Jesus is our King, then we need to take a bold stand for the Lord. John the Baptist certainly did, and John’s story can help us take a stand today.

Stand Up for Our Savior Matthew 14:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Oct. 26, 2008 *Last Tuesday night, Greg Wilton asked a great question: “Who’s your King? -If Jesus is our King, then we need to take a bold stand for the Lord. John the Baptist certainly did, and John’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Dealt With Temptation Series

Contributed by John White on Mar 20, 2008

A message of practical application of the principles shown us when Jesus encountered Satan on the Mt. of Temptation. One of a series about what Jesus said and did during His ministry on earth.

How Jesus Dealt With Temptation Matt. 4:1-11 It is always wise to define terms when a subject or topic is under consideration. Before we really consider how Jesus dealt with temptation, let us first define temptation. One of the best definitions I have seen is simply, "Temptation is the act ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Two Sides To The Same Coin Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Apr 9, 2008

Justice or righteousness? Churches tend to pick one or the other. Which one did Jesus pick?

To kick off our time together, I want to look at two words and talk about what comes to mind when you hear them. So, grab 4 or five people around you and gather into small groups and let’s start with the first word. When you hear the word “righteousness” what do you think about? What does the word ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New Song: Psalm 40

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007

What it means to have a new song

Psalms 40 A New Song Theme: Text: Psalms 40 Introduction ¶ <<To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David.>> I waited patiently for the LORD; Ps 27:14 Wait on the LORD; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the LORD! Jas 5:7 Therefore be patient, brethren, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

The Favor Of God: God And Mary

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007

Showing how Mary received the favor of God

Title: The Favor of God Theme: Text: Luke 1:26-38 Luke 1:26 ¶ And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 27 To a virgin espoused (engaged) to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. 28 And the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Church Of God