Sermons on Deare:

The Eighth Commandment Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

Eighth Commandment

EIGHTH COMMANDMENT “Thou shalt not steal” (Ex. 20:15). “To the rich young ruler, ‘I said . . . you shall not steal” (Matthew 19:18). “I wrote through Paul, “You know the commandment, ‘You shall not steal’” (Rom. 13:9). A. INTRODUCTION: HOW TO GET STUFF 1. How do I want you to get STUFF ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Illuminated By The Holy Spirit Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

Illumination by the Holy Spirit

A. WHY ILLUMINATION IS NEEDED 1. Two levels of writers, i.e., dual authors. The Bible was inspired by the Holy Spirit. “All scriptures is given by inspiration of God” (2 Tim. 3:16). Inspiration is the guidance of the Holy Spirit so that human authors wrote what God told them in scriptures ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

My Name Is Holy Spirit

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Let Me use you to change the world

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The forgotten third Person of the Godhead. a. Today many people pray, “Our Father, who art in heaven.” b. Others pray to the Son, “In Jesus’ name” (John 14:13-14). c. But the Holy Spirit is called the forgotten Person of the Godhead. “He shall not speak of Himself” (John ...read more

Scripture: John 14:26

Denomination: Baptist

A Revival Church Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

A revival church

A. WHAT IS REVIVAL? 1. Promised. “I will pour out My Spirit upon all people” (Acts 1:17, Joel 2:28, NLT). 2. Preparation. “Do not leave Jerusalem until the Father sends you the gift He promised” (1:4, NLT). “They all met together and were constantly united in prayer” (Acts 1:14, NLT). ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:17, Joel 2:28

Denomination: Baptist

I Came Doing Miracles Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018

My miracles were from the Father

Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. SURROUNDED BY THE SUPERNATURAL 1. Some events of my life were miraculous: a. I fulfilled Old Testament prophecy b. Prediction to Elizabeth and Mary and ...read more

Scripture: John 5:36, Hebrews 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

I Ascended Back To Heaven Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018

What Jesus did after ascending back to Heaven

Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. WHAT HAPPENED AT THE ASCENSION? 1. The forces took Me to heaven. a. I was passive. “I was received up” (Acts 1:2). “I was taken up” (Acts 1:9). “Heaven received Me” (Acts 3:21). ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9, Acts 3:21, Ephesians 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

Eyes, Ears And Heart

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

Through Jesus Parables we will be given “knowledge of the secrets of the Kingdom of Heaven” not the kingdom of this earth. The knowledge that will be imparted to us will come from the Lamb of God Himself.

Eyes, Ears and Heart Matthew 13:1-23 NIV Last year our Sunday messages went through a series of topics on a closer walk with God that taught us how to be better disciples of Jesus. You may or may not have realized it but for 30 weeks that is what I spoke about. It was my prayer that these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Ezekiel 28:13-19, Isaiah 14:12-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Peter Writes Two Letters Lesson 50 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 21, 2017

Peter's five places of ministry

A. TRACES OF PETER IN SCRIPTURE 1. He traveled with his wife. “Do we not have the right to take along a believing wife, as do all the other apostles . . . and Cephas?” (1 Cor. 9:5). 2. He had a confrontation with Paul. “When Peter had come to Antioch, I withstood him to his face” (Gal. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Walking Through Death's Valley Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 21, 2017

What do we know about valleys?

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT VALLEYS? 1. Surrounded by high mountains. There are cliffs or obstacles that will keep you in shadows or the dark. 2. There are mountain barriers to keep you from reaching your goal, but a valley goes through them. 3. There are wrong paths through the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Goodness And Mercy Lesson 11

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 21, 2017

The two sides of mercy

A. WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN? 1. Stopped following. “He leadeth me.” 2. Straying. “Yea though I walk through the valley.” 3. Death shadows. “The valley of the shadow of death.” 4. Protected. “I will fear no evil, for Thou art with me.” 5. Deliverance. “He leadeth me beside still ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope That Comes From Independence Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 12, 2017

This is the 43rd sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#43] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM INDEPENDENCE 1 John 3:16 Introduction: On this Veteran’s Day weekend, I want us to honor those who have been willing to sacrifice their lives so that we can live in a free Nation. I want to remind you of a quote from The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Christmas Names

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

Jesus existed for eternity, but “became flesh” as a baby

A. THE ONLY BEGOTTEN SON “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). 1. The greatest verse: For God The greatest Being So The greatest degree Loved The greatest affection The ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Luke 2:12, Matthew 2:12

Denomination: Baptist

A Unique And Transforming Message Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

Why the Bible was Important to Jesus

I. IMPORTANCE: WHY WAS THE BIBLE IMPORTANT TO JESUS? 1. Jesus was the Eternal Word (John 1:1), who became a human man (John 1:14). 2. Did Jesus have to learn the Bible? 3. Jesus was completely human so He learned the entire Hebrew alphabet and Scriptures at His mother’s table. He memorized ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1, Mark 4:20, Luke 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Is Inspired By God Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

Jesus believed every word of Scripture

A. INTRODUCTION: JESUS BELIEVED EVERY WORD OF SCRIPTURE 1. Attitude. “Search the Scriptures, these words testify of Me that I am from My Father, but you will not come to Me to have eternal life. You think you have eternal life but you don’t” (John 5:39, BBJ). 2. The word “search” (ereunao) ...read more

Scripture: John 5:39, Matthew 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

To Touch God Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

What does it mean to touch/encounter God

All Scripture quoted in this lesson is from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. What Does It Mean To Touch/Encounter God? 1. You intentionally meet or encounter God. 2. In a time of great need. 3. Through unexpected circumstances. 4. When God reveals something about Himself (or His plan ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1, Exodus 33:18, Judges 6:10

Denomination: Baptist