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  • What Is The Cost Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Nov 3, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,239 views

    While all believers are called to discipleship, Jesus shows that many are not willing to pay the price.

    ILLUSTRATION: Discipleship Two longstanding church members were in a boat fishing with a new Christian. Passing the time, each was talking about his fervent faith and devotion to God. As they were discussing their faith, one’s hat blew into the water. So he stood up, calmly stepped onto the ...read more

  • New Life Corporately Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 16, 2012
     | 3,213 views

    The Church is one in Christ.

    “New Life Corporately,” Ephesians 2:11-22 Outline I. Introduction II. Transition a. CIT / CIS: The Church is one in Christ. III. Exposition a. (v.11-13) No racial boundaries in the Body of Christ. i. No longer Jew or Gentile. ii. Racial reconciliation then and now. 1. Biblical ...read more

  • Under The Law Or In Christ Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Jun 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,516 views

    Before conversion a person is under the law and suffers the bondage that relationship brings; after conversion one is in Christ and enjoys the freedom that relationship brings.

    Under the Law or in Christ? Galatians 3:23-29 Introduction Continuing his discussion of works of the law versus faith in the promise, Paul in our text before us tonight, now contrast the personal effects those two approaches have on people. He introduces to us the personal application of the ...read more

  • Good News For Bad People Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 13, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,879 views

    This story is about what we think makes us acceptable in the sight of God.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 49 “Good News for Bad People” Luke 18:9-14 In verse nine Jesus begins another parable. Because this parable follows the parable of the persistent widow, where Jesus teaches us to be ...read more

  • The Holy Trinity – Father, Son And Holy Spirit

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jun 14, 2019
     | 7,542 views

    No matter how educated we are, the concept of the Trinity escapes our understanding - it is something to be taken on faith

    I speak to you in the name of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Amen One of the first sermons I delivered here at Saint John’s, without realizing when I agreed to preach, was Trinity Sunday in 2011. I have to tell you, of all the Sundays in the year, this is the one that makes ...read more

  • The Holy Trinity - Father, Son, And Holy Spirit

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jun 14, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,822 views

    No matter how hard we try, understanding the concept of the Trinity is uncomprehendible

    I speak to you in the name of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. Amen One of the first sermons I delivered here at Saint John’s, without realizing when I agreed to preach, was Trinity Sunday in 2011. I have to tell you, of all the Sundays in the year, this is the one that makes ...read more

  • The Jesus Paradox Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 30, 2015
     | 4,931 views

    Jesus shows us the way to please God ... for Jesus the way up was down!

    Title: The Jesus Paradox Text: Philippians 2:5-11 (Mark 11:1-11) Thesis: Jesus shows us the way to pleasing God. For Jesus the way up was down! Introduction A paradox is something that is contrary to expectations, existing beliefs or perceived opinions. It is a statement that appears to be ...read more

  • The Identity Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Greg Powell on Aug 19, 2020
     | 4,433 views

    There is an identity crisis in our country. I believe that our racial problems are a result of an unbiblical view of our identity. This passage has long been used to rebuke a racist and bigoted view of the gospel.

    INTRO: Galatians 3 has been a history lesson through the Old Testament. One of the more complicated chapters of Paul’s writings, it’s been a difficult hike, but like many hard journeys, there is a rewarding view at the end. We have climbed the mountain peaks of Abraham and Moses and have seen ...read more

  • Of Vines And Branches - Part Four Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Oct 24, 2024
     | 412 views

    The world will hate Christians because it hates Jesus. But we are called to love as He loved.

    Of Vines and Branches (Part Four) Text: John 15:18-27 Imagine for a moment that you had to spend the day in Norman… You had to shop at Walmart, you had to go to a restaurant, and you had to go to the OU campus and speak at a presentation… not such a bad thing right? But imagine that you had to do ...read more

  • Getting Our Priorities Right!

    Contributed by David Aswat on May 23, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,115 views

    The Cost of being a disciple of Christ Jesus!

    SUBJECT: The Cost of Discipleship TEXT: Luke 14:25-35 THEME: GETTING OUR PRIORITIES RIGHT TITLE: Give It Up! INTROD.: An Overview of the Church setting PROP.: If we are to become ture disciples of Jesus Christ, then we need to get our priorities ...read more

  • Light And Salt

    Contributed by Andy Payne on Nov 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,555 views

    Christians are called to be radically different from non-Christians. We cannot escape this reality if we choose to be serious followers of Jesus

    Intro: Values and standards competing against each other Most western countries are pluralistic in both RACE and RELIGION Christianity, Islam, Secularism, Materialism and Cults all competing for the soul of a country WHO WILL WIN? [Phil. 2:9-11] == "Every knee will bow ..." Question: John ...read more

  • Focus And Followthrough Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,668 views

    THE KEY TO SPIRITUALITY IS LIVING OUT OUR UNION WITH CHRIST

    BIG IDEA: THE KEY TO SPIRITUALITY IS LIVING OUT OUR UNION WITH CHRIST INTRODUCTION Paul now makes the transition from the more doctrinal section of Chapters 1-2 where he had been teaching the Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ and warning against false approaches to spirituality to the more ...read more

  • What Are The Qualities Of A Successful Fellowship

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 75 ratings
     | 9,899 views

    A survey of hundreds of pastors has allowed us to compile a preliminary list of measurable quality factors in the life of a congregation in ranking order. The twelve factors are:

    What Are the Qualities of a Successful Fellowship Acts 2:41-47 Illustration:A survey of hundreds of pastors has allowed us to compile a preliminary list of measurable quality factors in the life of a congregation in ranking order. The twelve factors are: 1. Bible knowledge. Church members are ...read more

  • Gifts Of The Father's Love Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 7,296 views

    God is absolutely crazy about us as any Father would be for His child.

    WHEN I STOP AND THINK ABOUT IT, I HAVE TO ADMIT THAT THERE ARE MANY REASONS GOD CHOOSES TO SAVES ALL OF US: TO BRING GLORY TO HIMSELF, TO APPEASE HIS JUSTICE, AND TO DEMONSTRATE HIS SOVEREIGNTY. BUT ONE OF THE SWEETEST AND MOST POWERFUL REASONS THAT GOD WORKS TO SAVE US IS SIMPLY BECAUSE HE IS SO ...read more

  • An Unshakeable Stand For The Truth

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 24, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 4,330 views

    Learning to make a firm stand for what we believe.

    There are many questions that need to be addressed when a church begins to grow. How committed are the new people? How receptive are our older members to the changes that are taking place? Do our people really know what they believe? How do we best utilize everyone’s gifts? How can we properly ...read more