Sermons on Defend The Church:

Getting A New Wardrobe Part 2 Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 28, 2018

Let's clothe ourselves with things that never go out of style.

GETTING A NEW WARDROBE PART 2 Text: Col. 3:12-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: Fashion is made to become unfashionable. 2. Fashion is kind of like the weather in Ohio; if you don't like stick around a few minuets it will change! 3. Recently Tina and I were having a conversation with our Network ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Methodist

Knowing God's Fullness Of Joy (Know God, Know Joy)

Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Jun 28, 2018

In this world where many things we think are sources of joy in our lives, we sometimes mistakenly identify them as the true source of this great emotion. Let us look at God's Word what does it says about God's Fullness of Joy

Knowing the Fullness of God’s Joy Text: Psalm 16:11 Intro: This Sunday is our 1st week that we are now having our monthly theme this July entitled “Know God, Know Joy”. As I was meditating our text this month found in Psalm 16:11, I can’t help but to ask God, what kind of joy does God wants us to ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Dilemma’s And Decisions”

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 2, 2018

The difference one person can make.

A Study of the Book of Esther “Dilemma’s and Decisions” Esther 4:1-17 The world has so many big problems, and they often seem ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Law? Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 3, 2018

Message 7 in our Galatians series exploring the purpose of the law.

Chico Alliance Church “Why the Law?” True freedom comes by grace through faith in Christ I. Paul Possessed the Correct credentials 1-2 Paul taught only what he received directly from Christ Himself. II. Paul Proclaimed the Correct Concept of Grace 2:15-4:31 Right standing before God comes only ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Sons Of God Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 3, 2018

Message 8 in our Galatians series declaring the wonder of our sonship.

Chico Alliance Church “Sons of God” True freedom comes by grace through faith in Christ I. Paul Possessed the Correct credentials 1-2 Paul taught only what he received directly from Christ Himself. II. Paul Proclaimed the Correct Concept of Grace 2:15-4:31 Right standing before God comes only ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15-17, 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Losing Our Grip On Grace Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 3, 2018

Message 10 in our Galatians series focusing on our freedom in Christ.

Chico Alliance Church “Loosing our Grip on Grace” I. Paul Possessed the Correct credentials 1-2 II. Paul Proclaimed the Correct Concept of Grace 2:15-4:31 A. The Gospel of Grace Introduced 2:15-21 B. The Gospel of Grace Argued and Illustrated 3:1-4:31 1. Faith Argued by clarifying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Our Fantastic Faith! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 6, 2018

By faith, be certain of what others cannot be certain; see what others cannot see; and hear what others cannot hear.

If I were to ask the question, “What is faith?” I’m sure I would get a variety of responses from all of you. One of the more popular notions of faith was expressed by Archie Bunker in the 1970’s TV show All in the Family. In this clip, he is discussing labor pains with his son-in-law, Mike, a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

On The Road With Jesus: Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Apr 15, 2019

This first person narrative is told by one of the disciples who was to get the colt for Jesus to ride on. His views of being a disciple and what transpired on Palm Sunday.

On the Road with Jesus: Jerusalem Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-44, John 12:12-19 April 14, 2019 Palm Sunday For the past several weeks we have been on the road with Jesus. It all started when Lazarus became so very ill and Jesus was sent for. We know that Lazarus died and was in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-44, John 12:12-19

Denomination: Friends

The Last Supper Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 17, 2019

In preparation for the Cross, Jesus’ institution of the new memorial consisted of three primary elements: 1) The Directive (vv. 26a, 27), 2) The Doctrine (vv. 26b, 28), and 3) The Duration (v 29).

The Lord’s Table is a remembrance of Christ’s work on the Cross that first Good Friday. Matthew 26 itself is devoted to preparing for the cross. Before chapter 26, has been the preparation that God had made, the preparation of the religious leaders, the preparation of Mary, the sister of Martha ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Other

Sermon 5: Easter Questions Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 21, 2019

Mary Magdalene had to answer 3 questions on Easter morning, the same questions we all must ask.

Sermon 5: Easter Questions 82 Hours: Countdown to the Resurrection Chuck Sligh Preaching April 21, 2019 TEXT: John 20:1-18 – “The first day of the week cometh Mary Magdalene early, when it was yet dark, unto the sepulchre, and seeth the stone taken away from the sepulchre. 2 Then she runneth, and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Confess Christ!

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 8, 2019

The most natural evidence of a genuine conversion to Christ is a willingness to confess Christ as one's Lord and Savior. Nowhere does the Bible sanction a secret and silent believer. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Sligh preaches on “Confess Christ!"

Confess Christ! Chuck Sligh May 5, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Matthew 10:32-33 – “Whosoever therefore shall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33

Denomination: Baptist

By His Stripes-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 14, 2019

3 of ? The prophet Isaiah declared a future time when God’s Servant would provide the remedy for sin. Jesus is God’s remedy for sin. By His stripes I receive the Servant's...

BY HIS STRIPES-III—Isaiah 52:13—53:1-12 OR: God’s Remedy For Sin Attention: A ‘savant’ is “a person affected with a developmental disorder(such as autism or intellectual disability) who exhibits exceptional skill or brilliance in some limited field (such as mathematics or music).” *Kim ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13

Denomination: Baptist

David And Goliath--Part 3 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 17, 2019

In 1 Samuel 17:41-58 we learn that God raises up a savior against those who defy him.

Scripture In our sermon series on “The Life of David” I want to conclude the story today of “David and Goliath.” The Philistines gathered their armies for battle against Israel in the Valley of Elah. But, instead of the two armies slugging it out, the Philistines put forward a champion named ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:41-58

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

10 Commandments #6: Let There Be Life! Series

Contributed by Florita King on Jun 6, 2019

How many families do you know who are destroyed by violence and anger and bitterness. There may not be a physical murder but many of us can attest to families who emotionally murder each other, spreading seeds of resentment that often poisons the current and future generations.

LET THERE BE LIFE Ten Commandments That Build Strong Families - Part 6 Exodus 20:13 Were in Part 6 in the series “Ten Commandments That Build Strong Families.” Exodus 20:13 is very simple, just four words: "You shall not murder." Some of you are saying, we can skip this one. Probably ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

What Judas Missed-11

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 11, 2019

11 of ? Judas missed the entirety of that which took place from the time of his leaving the Lord’s supper(13:30) until he arrived in the Garden of Gethsemane, with those who would arrest Jesus(18:3)! Judas Missed...

WHAT JUDAS MISSED-XI—John 14:1-11(John 13:18--17:26) OR--‘WHILE YOU WERE OUT/AWAY’ Attention: Ray was a 5-year-old. At Ray’s request, each morning his mother pinned a bath towel to the back shoulders of his T-shirt. Immediately in his young imaginative mind, the towel became a brilliant magic ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2

Denomination: Baptist