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Christian: What Kind Of Disciple Are You? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 6, 2022

How can we be better disciples? 1. Avoid distractions (vs. 17-21, 23). 2. Accept the difficulties of following Jesus (vs. 22-23). 3. Avoid pointless disputes (vs. 24). 4. Live with Christlike devotion (vs. 25-28).

Christian: What Kind of Disciple Are You? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 20:17-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared December 6, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 20:17. In this verse of Scripture, Jesus has started His trip to Jerusalem to die on the cross for our sins. And by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Mar 3, 2025

While all of us come to faith from a variety of different circumstances, the calling of Simon helps us to see that there are some commonalities among all conversions

When you and I come to faith in Jesus Christ, we do so from a variety of different circumstances. Some are younger (I was 5). Some are older - I know a woman who was in her late 80s when she came to faith. Some have lived simple lives, others have lived rather rambunctiously. Some have come ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Beware Of Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 25, 2025

In His encounter with Pharisees and Scribes, Jesus discusses the characteristics of hypocrisy. To His disciples He notes the promises of hypocrisy with a stern warning. And yet, in the gospel, we find great hope for hypocrites.

It seems like nearly every month (maybe even more frequently if we look hard enough), we receive news about some Christian leader who fails morally, gets caught, and is removed from ministry. Whether it’s pastors, professors, performers, or politicians - failure happens. We see hypocrisy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 24:20-21, Galatians 5:1, James 5:16, Philippians 2:12-13, Romans 8:1, Romans 5:1, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 53:4, Proverbs 10:9, Revelation 20:11-14, Hosea 6:6, Psalm 32:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Be Blessed: He Is Able! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 12, 2026

Be Blessed: ‘He is Able’ - Ephesians chapter 3 verse 20-21 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). He is able. (2). He is able to do. (3). He is able to do immeasurably more. (4). He is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask. (5). He is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine. (6). He is able to do this…according to his power that is at work within ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Brethren

A Word To The Wise

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 16, 2000

Obtaining Godly wisdom will help enhance your walk in Christ.

I. A Word to the Wise A. Text: I Corinthians 1:30 “But of Him you are in Christ Jesus, who became for us wisdom from God – and righteousness and sanctification and redemption…” B. There are several things we have received through redemption in Christ Jesus. 1. II Corinthians 5:21 says, “For ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:30

Extreme Wealth

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

How to have extreme wealth.

Extreme Wealth Mark 10:25 This morning, the title of our sermon is "extreme wealth," and before I began, how many of you think this sermon is about you? Do you consider yourself extremely wealthy? Let me see your hands. The first definition in my dictionary of extreme is: "very great or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:25

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Finished...or Is It?

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 24, 2000

This Easter message encourages 'new life' for those who are simply ready to 'give up the ghost!'

I. Jesus Reached the Finish Line – Text: John 17:1-5 A. Jesus had, once and for all, completed His work – vs. 4, “I have finished the work which You have given Me to do.” B. Jesus had just spoken, in John 4:34, that it was His “food” (or KJV says “meat”) was to do the will of the One who sent ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Gluttony - A Deadly Sin

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. We have been talking about deadly sins. Sins that plant themselves deep within us and can take over our lives. Sins that lead us to other sin and sins that separate us from God. 2. Today we look at a fifth deadly sin. And as we consider this sin - it may seem harmless ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

John 3:16 - The Greatest Story Ever Told

Contributed by Joseph Wallis on Jan 22, 2002

Sermon on the best known verse in the Bible ---John 3:16.

JOHN THREE SIXTEEN - THE GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD TEXT - John 3:16 INTRO. - I believe this to be the greatest verse in all the Bible. It is the best loved and best known verse. There are only 25 words in this verse yet no other single verse in all the Scriptures has been as blessed in the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Church Priorities: Elders

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jan 25, 2002

This message addresses the qualifications of those who serve as elders in the church.

For the last couple of months we have been talking about Who You Are in the body of Christ. We said that We are the church of Jesus Christ. And because we are the church of Jesus Christ, we are a family. As with all families there comes responsibilities. We have looked at our responsibilities to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Play Favorites? (Pt. 1)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 29, 2002

In our treatment of people, we must see all people as equally valuable rather than treating some better than others because of how they might benefit us.

James 2:1-13 “Do you play favorites?” June 27, 1999 Everybody has favorites. [Ask different people in the congregation what their favorite items are in these categories: food, ice cream, car, color, time of year, holiday]. When I was growing up, my mom had it pretty easy whenever she was getting ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Example Of Selflessness

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002

This sermon explains 2 Cor 8:9 in easy to understand terms and shows how we can follow Jesus’ example of selflessness.

INTRO : I can’t hear what you are saying because your actions speak louder than your words. Do as I say not as I do. We lead by example. Christ is the greatest example of selflessness. BACKGROUND : Most teach on 2 Cor 8 in the context of giving money. I am speaking in the context of giving ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Fear To Confidence

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002

This sermon shows how we can overcome our fears by realizing that we don’t need to fear man because the Lord is with us.

INTRO : We live in fearful times. We face the threat of anthrax, small pox, biochemical warfare, terrorism. (Magazine, T.V., newspaper) Americans are afraid for good reason : Qur’an on Jihad (Holy war) : 9:5 Then when the Sacred Months ...have passed, then kill the Mushrikûn (Pagans) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Art Of Being A Hero

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 2, 2002

A 9-11 remembrance sermon.

Luke 9:22-26 “The Art of Being A Hero” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA According to Webster’s New World Dictionary, a hero is a person of great strength and courage who is regarded by others as an ideal or model. Sadly, many of those whom we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22-26, 2 Samuel 5:1-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Spiritual Veterans

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Nov 14, 2001

A Veteran’s Day Sermon

Spiritual Veterans Scripture Reading: 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Scripture Text: 2 Tim. 2:3-4 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. No man who warreth entangleth himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God