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  • God On Trial Series

    Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Sep 20, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,916 views

    the creed says that Jesus suffered under Pontius Pilate. Why is this mentioned? What kind of suffering was this?

    suffered under Pontius Pilate Q: Why is this phrase included in the creed? I. -demonstrates that the crucifixion of Jesus is a historical event -- Pilate really did live, and really was governor of Judea at the time of Christ, from AD 26-36. -there are references outside of the Bible of ...read more

  • Abraham, A Man Challenged #8 Series

    Contributed by Raymond Smith on Jan 19, 2008
     | 3,179 views

    Growing Faith

    Abraham, a Man of challenge, Faith, Promise Growing Faith Reading: Genesis 15:12ff Abram has spent all day, in the heat and the sun, defending what God had told him to do. It would seem that the vultures had been persistent in their attempts to feast upon what God had told Abram to do, and thus ...read more

  • Stones

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,686 views

    The Bible is full of stories about stones. Peter the rock uses the images of stones to teach truths about Jesus and our relationship to him.

    I Peter 2: 2 – 10 Stones Intro: The story is told of a young British soldier during the Revolutionary War who found himself separated from his unit, cold and hungry. He went from door to door begging for food and a warm fire only to be turned away. He searched until he found a large black ...read more

  • Ephesians: Wealth, Walk, And Warfare: Lesson 8

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 24, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 505 views

    Putting on the full armor of God in preparation for spiritual victory.

    A. INTRODUCTION: EPHESIANS 6 1. After becoming servants, we must also become soldiers. 2. The war of spiritual dimensions, “in the heavenlies” (v. 12). Paul is a prisoner, “in chains” (v. 20). 3. Sister book to Joshua, i.e., an outward battle for land, Ephesians an inward ...read more

  • Witness Protection Program

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Mar 8, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,948 views

    A outline of the guarding of our souls by Christ, and a view from the FBI witness protection program (web site)

    Witness Protection Program 1 Peter 1:1-5 Introduction: Witness protection is the process in which witness are protected against intimidation before there testimony or criminal retaliation. The U.S. Federal Government both relocates and gives new identities to witnesses who risk there lives giving a ...read more

  • What Does The Cross Mean To You?

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 16, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
     | 20,064 views

    This message was given to a four church community service on Good Friday.

    What does the cross mean to you? Luke 23:32-43 Disclaimer: This sermon came from ideas from Sermon Central and my own private study of the Word. Introduction- Walk quickly through the holy week events. What is the most common religious ...read more

  • Lay Down Your Arms & Take Up Your Weapons!

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 2, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,125 views

    You are a soldier, but do you know your ememy and your weapons?

    Indeed, as Paul prophesied, we are living in perilous times. When in such times you need to know your enemy and your resources and the weapons required to defeat him. I am afraid that far too many of the brethren have been fighting the wrong enemy and have chosen to pick up the wrong arms thus ...read more

  • Are Critics Of Intelligent Design As Intelligent As They Propagandize?

    Contributed by Frederick Meekins on May 30, 2014
     | 1,921 views

    Are Critics Of Intelligent Design As Intelligent As They Propagandize?

    A cartoon on the cover of the 11/2013 issue of the Reports For Science Education depicts a be-robed bearded figure holding a diagram labeled “flagellum”. The figure quips, “All right, it could be that stars, galaxies, living species, the eye, the immune system, and all sorts of ...read more

  • Free At Last Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019
     | 4,342 views

    Let’s study three things that Paul lists as great perils or dangers to Christian freedom.

    FREE AT LAST GALATIANS 5:1-15 INTRODUCTION: Picture me in handcuffs or sitting in a jail cell. Now, picture me unshackled or walking about freely. I think I might use the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Fee at last, free at last, thank God Almighty, I’m free at last.” That’s the story and ...read more

  • Judas Thaddaeus: The Misunderstood Disciple Lesson 9 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2023
     | 800 views

    You never get a second opportunity to make a first good impression. Jude changed his name to be a good testimony.

    A. WHY MISUNDERSTOOD 1. The early church father Jerome, called him Trionius, i.e., the man with three names. a. Judas, Lebbaeus, Thaddaeus. b. Judah, Judas, Jude. 2. Name meaning Judas in Hebrew is Judah, i.e., praise. One of twelve sons (tribes) of Jacob. Jesus was from the tribe of Judah ...read more

  • Embracing God's Call: Transformed By His Purpose 2 Timothy 1:9-10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 9, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,244 views

    2 Timothy 1:9-10. Let us delve into the depths of this passage and discover how God's purpose transforms us and empowers us to live out His truth.

    Embracing God's Call: Transformed by His Purpose 2 Timothy 1:9-10 Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, today we gather to explore the transformative power of God's calling in our lives, as revealed in 2 Timothy 1:9-10. Let us delve into the depths of this passage and discover how ...read more

  • No Revenge Needed, God Will Fight For You. Series

    Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 22, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,345 views

    As humans, it's natural to feel a desire for revenge when wronged or mistreated.

    As Christians, we are called to a higher standard. The Bible teaches us to trust in God's justice and vengeance, rather than taking matters into our own hands. In Romans 12:19, Paul writes, "Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written: ...read more

  • Exhortation Of The Saints Series

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on Oct 15, 2020
     | 2,006 views

    In this lesson Jude is going to shift from his denunciation of the false teachers to exhortation of the saints.

    We move into Jude 1:17-19. In this lesson Jude is going to shift from his denunciation of the false teachers to exhortation of the saints. 17 But, dear friends, remember what the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ foretold. Jude comes back to the use of the words, “dear friends or beloved”. He has ...read more

  • True Greatness

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 16, 2021
     | 2,253 views

    Who are the true greats? You may be surprised! You may know some of them personally. Let’s learn the basic ingredient of true greatness. Let’s look at what Jesus taught in Mark 9:30-37.

    Prelude Who are the true greats? You may be surprised! You may know some of them personally. Purpose: Let’s learn the basic ingredient of true greatness. Plan: Let’s look at what Jesus taught in Mark 9:30-37. Jesus Mark 9:30-31 “Then they departed from there and passed through Galilee, and He ...read more

  • Introduction Ephesians 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 6, 2024
     | 286 views

    Put on the whole armor of God.

    A. INTRODUCTION: EPHESIANS 6 1. After becoming servants, we must also become soldiers. 2. The war of spiritual dimensions, “in the heavenlies” (v. 12). Paul is a prisoner, “in chains” (v. 20). 3. Sister book to Joshua, i.e., an outward battle for land, Ephesians an inward battle for spiritual ...read more

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