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  • Praise The Lord

    Contributed by Paul Etterling on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 13,234 views

    This sermon explores the depth of praise from the perspective of Psalm 111.

    I. The Origin of Our Praise (v. 1) A. Praise originates from our heart "The widest thing in the universe is not space; it is the potential capacity of the human heart. Being made in the image of God, it is capable of almost unlimited extension in all directions." A.W. Tozer 1. “Praise the Lord” ...read more

  • All Saints Sunday

    Contributed by Thomas Bracewell on Feb 17, 2001
    based on 124 ratings
     | 7,767 views

    A brief overvied of "All Saints" and the omission by modern Churches.

    All Saints Sunday Thomas F. Bracewell OSL It would be most interesting if we started this sermon/lesson by perhaps asking those who know anything at all about "all Saints Day" to raise their hands. . .of course I am not going to do that because there are possibly only a handful of us who are even ...read more

  • In Christ You Are Complete Series

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 8, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,119 views

    To look at the three things the church in Colossae was known for: faith, hope and love. Has introduction to book of Colossians

    In Christ You are Complete Colossians 1:3-8 The city of Colossae- Colossae use to sit in the Lycus valley near the Lycus river. It had been a city of great wealth, known for it’s wool and dyeing skills. It was a large city in 5 B.C., but had been eclipsed by the larger town of Hierapolis and ...read more

  • Prayer: Talking With God(#1 Of Series On Prayer) Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 25, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,018 views

    Prayer is a privilege. But what is prayer?

    PRAYER: TALKING WITH GOD Intro. A. Another vital activity or habit necessary to strengthen and deepen our relationship with God is prayer, If the Bible is our spiritual food, prayer is our vital breath as a Christian. No activity can we ever replace the important role of prayer in the Christian ...read more

  • The Sardis Church Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,166 views

    Number 5 in series: Sardis "The Letters to the Seven Churches"

    Sardis: The Zombie Church # 5 in Series: The Letters to the Seven Churches From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Sunday night, June 10, 2001 “Is Bayview Baptist Church Similar to Sardis Baptist Church? Revelation 3:1-6 page # 1916 Sardis was the capital of Lydia and one of the oldest ...read more

  • Getting Out Series

    Contributed by Chris Day on Jan 30, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,912 views

    The world, and all our enjoyments in it, must be looked at with a holy indifference and contempt so that we come to a place where we are no longer at home, but sit loose, reserving our affections for him.

    Have you ever found yourself to have placed something or someone in a higher place in your heart than God Almighty? I have. Over the last few weeks, I’ve sensed the Spirit of God working in me to rid me of distractions and obsessions that have kept me from being captivated in wonder of him and ...read more

  • Leading People To Christ

    Contributed by Matthew Cook on Feb 18, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 7,442 views

    A True Priority

    Leading People to Christ January 30, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction Present the following illustration on “priorities:” A man scrimped and saved and followed his dream to go to the Superbowl. He could only afford the cheap seats though – so at about $500, he purchased a seat high ...read more

  • La Consagracion Como Condicion De La Santificacion

    Contributed by Samuel Malave on Aug 2, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 48,586 views

    Hoy en dia las iglesias estan sufriendo un problema de defalco. Muchos cristianos estan fallandole a Dios porque no se han consagrado.

    En recientes años la consagracion de la iglesia ha tenido un decline. Se ha ido a pique. Hoy dia la iglesia no se encuentra en la misma posición espiritual que se encontraba en tiempos pasados. la iglesia primitiva, como tal, tenia todas las cosas en comun. La iglesia oraba, ayunaba y recibia ...read more

  • What Is A Christian Home?

    Contributed by Michael Blankenship on May 1, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 27,852 views

    The Christian home is a fortaste of heaven when we attribute our lives to serving God.

    Dickerson Road Baptist Church 3601 Dickerson Road Nashville, Tennessee. 37207 Pastor: Michael Blankenship 615-865-0911 Joshua 24:13-15 What Happened to the Family? We live in an age where televison and video games have become ...read more

  • Sin

    Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,943 views

    This is a topical exploration of the affects of sin on a person.

    Sin I. Effects of sin. A. Enslavement (Romans 6:17 & Romans 8:2). B. Flight from reality. 1. We are unwilling to face the consequences of our sins. a. this includes the reality of death to all (Hebrews 9:27). b. now we say that people “pass away” rather than die. 2. Romans ...read more

  • His Name Shall Be: Wonderful

    Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,364 views

    The Character of Jesus as Described by Isaiah

    In The midst of a warring, turbulent world, Isaiah was given a glorious insight into the coming days. Gilbert Guffin stated “In this Redeemer, the prophet foresaw the breaking of the bondage which had fallen upon the people and the lifting of their yoke.” As we examine this marvelous text, let us ...read more

  • Three Absolute Truths That Determine The Harvest

    Contributed by George Bannister on May 20, 2008
    based on 41 ratings
     | 24,189 views

    This is a message dealing with the urgency of sowing the seed of the Gospel message. Without sowing, there can be no harvest.

    TEXT: (Psalm 126:5-6) “They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.” ETS: It is necessary to sow the seeds of the Gospel if we are to reap a harvest. OSS: Believers will ...read more

  • What Is Your Easter Mission?

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 27, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,443 views

    With this Vision for the Easter Mission, you will have a reason for being where you are. Peace, Joy & Hope was Christ’s Easter Mission for the World. What is your Easter Mission?

    Opening Illustration: As a large crowd of Iboga Christians of Western Tanzania gathered to worship one Easter Sunday, a crazed mother lion was stalking their village. The crowd froze in fear. The village preacher encouraged them to pray to God, who locked the lion’s jaws for Daniel. Suddenly, a ...read more

  • The "L" Word Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Mar 8, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,912 views

    The third message in a 7-Part Series, Shift - A New Way of Thinking. Today's challenging message from Matthew 5:27-30 explores Jesus' thoughts on lust.

    Introduction As a church one of our values is a commitment to Strong Spiritual Families… We desire to encourage & equip marriages & families to grow together spiritually. Anytime we explore a passage like the one before us we must begin with God’s Ideal… I. Subject is ...read more

  • Is Legalism A Bad Word?

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010
     | 2,478 views

    This message deals with the fact that God’s law (from Moses to Christ) is good and that its continued presence in church and culture is right, not wrong.

    Too many people today, even Christians, feel like the days of grace and spiritual liberty should erase the law of God. If any minister or church preaches or teaches the laws of God as good, they are labeled as old-fashioned, cult-like, or legalistic. Since when did ‘legalism’ (the idea of abiding ...read more