Sermons on Deacon Ordination:

Biblical Stewards

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 27, 2004

The American Christian is in financial crisis because they have not stopped, looked and listened to God’s teaching from the Bible on Giving.

Biblical Stewardship Thesis: The American Christian is in financial crisis because they have not stopped, looked and listened to God’s teaching from the Bible on Giving. Text: Book of Malachi Outline of Book: I Love You 1:1-5 I See You 1:6-2:9 I Know You 2:10-4:6 Key verses: 1:2, “I have loved ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:2, Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Behave In Church Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

We’re to respect other believers and strive to live in peace with everyone. We’re also called to communicate what people need to hear, remembering to be patient with everyone.

How to Behave in Church I enjoy collecting bulletin bloopers. I’ve shared some in the past and have recently come across some brand new ones: Attend church and you will hear an excellent speaker and heave a healthy lunch. [I hope that’s not a reference to our potluck that follows the second ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

The "Enoughness" Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 8, 2009

As believers we sing songs, read stories and hear messages about Jesus, but do we truly believe or even realize who Jesus really is to us?

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 3, 2009 Date Preached: September 6, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Back To School – Believers Edition! Sermon Title: The ‘Enoughness’ of Christ! Sermon Text: Colossians 1:13-17 Introduction: Just recently in our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Miss God’s Best

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Jun 7, 2011

A classic sermon by Adrian Rogers about God's best for you and how people can receive it.

Would you take God’s Word and find Colossians, the second chapter? And, I want to talk to you tonight about God’s best—God’s best. You know, the devil would try to keep you from getting saved. And, if he can’t keep you from being saved—and, by the way, he ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Pastor’s Authority

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

Bible truths about pastoral authority.

THE PASTOR’S AUTHORITY AND THE CHURCH MEMBER’S RESPONSIBILITY THE PASTOR’S AUTHORITY AND THE CHURCH MEMBER’S RESPONSIBILITY There are two things that we desire to cover here. First, we want to reinforce the scriptural authority of the pastorate and warn about the abuse of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28

Denomination: Foursquare

Who Are You Bringing To Jesus? Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 7, 2013

In Bringing someone to Jesus, we must: 1)Be Concerned (Mark 2:1) 2) Be Constant (Mark 2:2), 3) Be Co-operative (Mark 2:3), 4) Be Creative (Mark 2:4), 5) Be Confident (Mark 2:5)

If you have ever undertaken a renovation project, one of the most important questions to ask is what you want out of the project. Things like cost, effort, skill and dedication to the work are all important. But if you don’t have an objective to the project, it quickly spins out of control, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Other

Born To Serve

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Nov 8, 2001

Whom do we serve, where do we serve and how do we serve the Lord. Learn five things about our ability, longevity, reliability, stability and our daily walk with Christ) that will help us better serve the Lord.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: BORN TO SERVE “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-28

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming Gospel-Centric Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 4, 2019

Look at every situation as a gospel opportunity.

Becoming Gospel-Centric Acts 3:1-16 Rev. Brian Bill November 2-3, 2019 Play IDOP video Today we’re giving attention to the persecuted church. Let’s pray the persecuted will… 1. Sense God’s presence (Heb. 13:5) 2. Know the greater body of Christ is praying for them (2 Tim. 1:3) 3. Experience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16, Isaiah 41:13, Psalm 51:12, Luke 10:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 3, 2013

Good Friday unveils to us "Amazing Grace" which is seen through Jesus last few words and actions on the cross.

Series: Amazed? Sermon 1: Amazing Savior! Summary: It’s time to be amazed and be amazing for Jesus! It’s time the church be astonished at what Jesus has done and is doing through us His Church today! Are you amazed? Sermon 2: Good Friday - Amazing Grace! Thesis: Good Friday unveils to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' Answer To The Question Of Divorce

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Apr 16, 2013

"Jesus' Answer to the Question of Divorce" is an exposition of Matthew 19:3-10, where Jesus responds to questions about divorce and remarriage. It explains the Lord Jesus' explanation of the proper grounds of divorce.

Matthew 19:3 states the occasion of the text: And Pharisees came up to him and tested him by asking, “Is it lawful to divorce one’s wife for any cause?” The Pharisees were the moral examples, religious leaders, and theological scholars of the day. With few exceptions, they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Mention Me In The Same Breath

Contributed by Todd Riley on Nov 21, 2000

An exposition of v.5-16 of Jude

Islington Baptist Church November 19, 2000 Jude 5-16 Scriptures: Gal. 1:1-9; 5:1-12; II Pe. 2-3; II Cor. 11:1-15, etc Last week I proposed to you that the church is susceptible to being infiltrated by people who have another “Gospel” to preach. I proposed to you that the church is susceptible ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

On Being Filled With The Spirit

Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 1, 2001

Having the Holy Spirit is not the same as being FILLED with the Holy Spirit.

On Being Filled with the Spirit Ephesians 5:18-21 It is safe to assume that everyone here today has indoor plumbing. If we want a glass of water, it is simply a matter of taking a glass, placing it under the faucet, and turning on the water. The water is available for us. It is simply a matter of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Excellence - The Series Introduction Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 31, 2003

According to the Department of Labor web site, Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the cont

SERMONIC THEME INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: From time to time we have missionaries in our home. When these times come, the Nelson’s have a decision to make. Either we are going to clean the house and welcome them with excellence or we can just leave it as it is – and that is a frightening ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

The Spirituality Of Stephen

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 1, 2003

There were certain traits in the life of Stephen that revealed his spirituality. These traits should be a part of the makeup of every child of God.

The Spirituality Of Stephen Text: Acts 7: 55-60 Intro: In my opinion, Stephen is one of the finest examples of spirituality in the entire Bible. He was one of the first deacons of the early Church in Jerusalem. The Bible describes Stephen as one who was full of the Holy Spirit, faith, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:55-60

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Speaking But Are You Listening? Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 19, 2002

Principles on listening to God taken from the call of Samuel.

A Study of the Life of Samuel Sermon # 3 God Is Speaking But Are You Listening? 1 Samuel 3:1-21 I am still amazed at how God works the messages from two separate series to coincide so perfectly on any given Sunday. This morning we looked at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist