Sermons on David Barton:

"one Mat For Sale, Cheap!" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 25, 2022

As Jesus began to go public with His ministry he was about 30 years of age. People were beginning to realize He was the Messiah and it became more and more difficult for Him to remain private. Now you may ask, why did He remain private anyway?

“One Mat for Sale, Cheap!” Mark 2:1-13 As Jesus began to go public with His ministry he was about 30 years of age. People were beginning to realize He was the Messiah and it became more and more difficult for Him to remain private. Now you may ask, why did He remain private anyway? The answer is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

"transfomed" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 25, 2022

This was the first. This was when His ministry is launched into the public eye and this miracle changed the course of His ministry and nothing would ever be the same again

“Transformed!” John 2:1-11 So, it’s good when you start, to start at the beginning. The miracle we just observed is the famous miracle at the wedding of Cana. The changing of the water to wine. John tells us this was the first time Jesus revealed His glory. So we arrive at the belief that this ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"risky Business" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 25, 2022

So the popularity of Jesus is beginning to grow and once that happens, the haters begin to show up. You know who the haters are, right?

GOING PUBLIC WITH OUR FAITH “Risky Business” Mark 3:1-12 So the popularity of Jesus is beginning to grow and once that happens, the haters begin to show up. You know who the haters are, right? Once things start going well in your life there are those individuals who will show up and speak up. And ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

:what If I Am The Hypocrite?" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 25, 2022

A hypocrite is a person who puts on a false appearance. A hypocrite acts in a way that is inconsistent with their beliefs. A hypocrite pretends to be something he is not.

GOING PUBLIC WITH OUR FAITH “What if I am the Hypocrite?” Luke 12:1-9 So the excitement is building and is all centered round Jesus—so much so that right out of the gate we read that there are literally thousands of people “milling about and stepping on each other.” ? That’s a pretty clear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Com Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are!

Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 27, 2022

We will learn that one cannot hide from God but that one can run to Him.

I suppose we all have played hide and seek. Some of you – or us – still look for a hiding place when our wives make a list of some major tasks – for us – like vacuuming the carpet, or emptying the dishwasher, or taking out the trash, or picking up socks or putting our clean things in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thursday - An Evening Full Of Surprises Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 28, 2022

Thursday evening was full of surprises as Jesus ate the Passover meal with His disciples. During the evening, Jesus washed their feet, and announced that one of them would betray Him, another would deny Him, and all of them would desert Him. They must have thought He was kidding, but He wasn't!

A. If you know me very well, then you know that I like to laugh and joke. 1. This Friday is April Fools Day, so I thought I might share a few April Fools’ funnies. 2. I heard about guy who years ago swapped the price labels on the pumps at the gas station? It was an April Fuel’s joke. 3. I heard ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Pair Of Hands

Contributed by David Nolte on May 5, 2019

There are many kinds of hands -- calloused, arthritic, genteel and bejeweled. And there are the Hands of Jesus

“One Pair Of Hands” Mark 1:40-42 David P. Nolte Hands – some are gnarled and misshapen with arthritis; some are calloused and stiff from years of labor; some are smooth, delicate and well cared for. Hands can hurt or help, strike or soothe, grasp or give; exclude or embrace. Hands ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"when A Mother Prayed"

Contributed by David Nolte on May 12, 2019

The prayer of a God-fearing mother is a powerful force

“When A Mother Prayed” Matthew 15:22-28 David P. Nolte A six-year-old boy couldn’t see his mother so he panicked and began shouting frantically, “Joyce! Joyce!” His mother was just an aisle away and she chided him, “You shouldn’t call me ‘Joyce,’ you should call me ‘Mother,’ because I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:22-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Religion Isn't Enough Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 13, 2019

True religion isn't about external rituals, but it is about relationship and wholehearted devotion.

A. One day, many years ago, a well-respected British minister took the trolley early Monday morning from his home in the suburbs to the church in downtown London. 1. He paid the driver as he got on the trolley, and being pre-occupied with his busy schedule and the needs of his church he didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Questions And Answers Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 13, 2019

Paul anticipates that the Jewish Christians in Rome will have a lot of questions and so he asks and answers three questions in this section of Romans.

A. Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers and grandmothers in our congregation, whether they be biological, adoptive, surrogate, or spiritual mothers and granmothers! 1. We all thank God for the influence of godly women in our individual lives and in the life of the church as a whole! 2. May God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What To Do When The Storm Comes

Contributed by David Carter on May 15, 2019

It is not the storm that gets us it is the reaction to the storm help us to follow these guidelines when the storms of life come

WHAT TO DO WHEN THE STORM COMES Mark 4: 35-41 - As evening came, Jesus said to his disciples, Let’s cross over to the other side of the lake. So, they took Jesus in the boat and started out. But soon a bad storm came up. High waves were breaking into the boat, and it began to fill with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If Not Now, Then When?

Contributed by David Nolte on May 19, 2019

There are things we need to do but for one cause or another we don't get around to it

“If Not Now, Then When?” Psalm 119:57-64 David P. Nolte There are some things we are eager to get on with. We conceive of some project and can hardly wait to get working on it. We chomp at the bit, we fret and fuss until we can start. Or maybe we plan a trip and it seems that the time for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:57-64

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

This Memorial Day Remember Jesus

Contributed by David Nolte on May 26, 2019

It is important to remember loved ones and to honor our veterans, but of utmost importance is to remember Jesus.

“This Memorial Day Remember Jesus” 2 Timothy 2:1-13 David P. Nolte Three sisters, ages 92, 94, and 96, live in a house together. One night the 96-year-old draws a bath. She puts one foot in and pauses. She yells down the stairs, “Was I getting in or out of the bath?” The 94-year-old yells ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Verdict: No One Is Righteous Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 28, 2019

This sermon is the completion of Paul's three chapter presentation of the universal sinfulness and helplessness of all people. Before Paul can share the good news of the gospel, he must first we understand and accept the bad news of our condition.

A. One day two men were sitting next to each other on an airplane, and one of them remarked, “Somebody around here’s deodorant isn’t working!” 1. The other man said, “Well, it’s not me, I’m not wearing any deodorant!” B. One of the realities in life is that some folks are oblivious to their own ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord's Prayer Part 1 Series

Contributed by David Nolte on Jun 2, 2019

The disciples made an important request when they said,, "Lord, teach us to pray!"

The Lord’s Prayer – Part 1 Matthew 6:5-13 David P. Nolte What we call “The Lord’s Prayer” was given as an example to the disciples who made the request, “Lord, teach us to pray.” They may have wanted Him to teach them just to do it (“Teach us to pray”); or they may have meant to teach them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ