Sermons on Distinction:

I Have Some Questions, Part Two Series

Contributed by Greg Surratt on Apr 17, 2009

This is Part Two of a six-part series where Pastor Surratt answers "God questions" collected from the congregation. This second message answers questions about salvation, Heaven and others.

Listen, we started a new series last weekend. I’ve got a question. All of us have questions. You, obviously, have lots of questions. You are inundating me with them. I love it. It’s awesome. This was gonna be a two-week series. This series may last until Jesus comes. I don’t know when that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Lessons On Orderly Worship" 1 Cor Pt 14 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 9, 2008

Paul tells the Corinth church to eagerly desire the speaking gift of prophecy for it builds up the church and to not forbid speaking in tongues for it has its place in worship too. Both speaking gifts used properly build the believer up and encourages the

“Lesson’s on orderly worship!” 1 Corinthians 14 - pt 14 Opening Illustration: The 7 wonders of the world - clip Thesis: Paul tells the Corinth church to eagerly desire the speaking gift of prophecy for it builds up the church and to not forbid speaking in tongues for it has its place in worship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Process Of Forming The Woman Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 22, 2018

Adam was given power over the creatures, and as a proof of this he named them all. This may show the depth of his insight into the works of God. But though he was lord of the creatures, there was nothing in the world like him with whom he might have. . .

July 9, 2013 The Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.B.3: The Process of Forming the Woman. Gen. 2.18-25. (KJV) 18 And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him. 19 And out of the ground the LORD God formed every beast of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

My Boss Is Firm Yet Fair

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 30, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 2; 1 – 36

1 Samuel 2; 1 – 36 My Boss Is Firm Yet Fair 1 And Hannah prayed and said: “My heart rejoices in the LORD; My horn is exalted in the LORD. I smile at my enemies, because I rejoice in Your salvation. 2 “No one is holy like the LORD, for there is none besides You, nor is there any rock like our God. ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Healthy Bodies Pt 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

This is the third of six message on the nature and health of the church.

“HEALTHY BODIES Part 3” One of the most expressive analogies to express the nature and function of the church of Jesus Christ is the human body. I felt directed to spend some time on the three key principles of body life and the corresponding commands that reinforce them. Several weeks ago we ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

James 6 Right Attitudes Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 28, 2018

We put faith in action when we approach life with a right attitude about God’s will, life and work. The other truth I see in our texts today is where we live matters to God too and all this seems rooted in our attitude with God.

Series: James – Let’s do it! Thesis of Book: The message of the book is “Let’s do it – live the faith – put it into action! The half-brother of Jesus is speaking to the scattered Jewish Christians across the nations – they were scattered right after Stephen was killed. James tells these ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17, James 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting It Right

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 15, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Kings 23: 1 – 37

2 Kings 23: 1 – 37 Getting it right 23 Now the king sent them to gather all the elders of Judah and Jerusalem to him. 2 The king went up to the house of the LORD with all the men of Judah, and with him all the inhabitants of Jerusalem—the priests and the prophets and all the people, both small and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 23:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Pushing The Boundaries Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 23, 2018

Expanding the Kingdom of God during this Church Age is a mandate that is still incumbent upon all churches. If the doors to continued expansion are closing, it may be because we are disobedient, or it may presage the closing of this present age.

“To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: ‘The words of the holy one, the true one, who has the key of David, who opens and no one will shut, who shuts and no one opens. “‘I know your works. Behold, I have set before you an open door, which no one is able to shut. I know that you have ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Privileges Of An Apostle Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 9, 2019

Paul faced severe criticism; false brethren questioned his Apostleship, and they were constantly assaulting his character and attacking his reputation; particularly here at Corinth.

January 16, 2013 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Topic #7: Questions Concerning Christian Freedom, 1 Corinthians 8.1-11.1 Lesson 7.3: Privileges of an Apostle Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9.1-6 1 Cor 9.1-6 (KJV) 1 Am I not an Apostle? am I not free? have I not seen Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Pharaoh’s Last Stand

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 15, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 12: 1 – 51

Exodus 12: 1 – 51 Pharaoh’s Last Stand 12 Now the LORD spoke to Moses and Aaron in the land of Egypt, saying, 2 “This month shall be your beginning of months; it shall be the first month of the year to you. 3 Speak to all the congregation of Israel, saying: ‘On the tenth of this month every man ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Study Of The Book Of Revelation, 15 (Final): Judgment,new Heavens & Earth Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jun 26, 2015

Returning finally to a chronological telling of the story, John ends with the return of Christ and His judgment, and the introduction of the New Heavens and the New Earth.

The Millennium Ends (20:7-10) Such is a brief look at God’s special day, the Millennium. Now this wonderful time ends, and there is a new beginning. Before we move on in chapter 20 it is important to note that, with all of the activities encountered so far, there is no mention of a new ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Identifying The Competitors For Belief-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 8, 2015

4 of 4. John was approached by others regarding his spiritual niche. We must identify those competing for our belief. But How are we to identify them? Identifying competitors for your belief employs...

IDENTIFYING The COMPETITORS For BELIEF-IV—John 1:19-28 Attention: There are many competitors for your belief. Identifying God’s servant(s) John was approached by others regarding his spiritual niche. *We must identify/concern ourselves with/ the spiritual niche of those vying ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

Vision Of Christ Among The Lampstands Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 23, 2016

Suddenly he heard a voice behind him. When he turned around, he saw the Son of man Himself, in a form that radiated glory and standing in the midst of seven golden lamps, and immediately fell at His feet like one who had been shot.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 3-6-2015 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Church At Ephesus

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 24, 2016

His basic problem with the church in Ephesus is that even though church members had stood fast against evil and false teaching, they had left their “first love”—their basic love for Christ and for one another.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 3-18-2015 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

When Judging, We Are Judged Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2017

The Word cautions Christians against a judgemental attitude. When we imagine that we are judging others--even those we identify as "wicked sinners," we expose ourselves to the very judgements we pronounce.

“You have no excuse, O man, every one of you who judges. For in passing judgment on another you condemn yourself, because you, the judge, practice the very same things. We know that the judgment of God rightly falls on those who practice such things.” [1] “We know” is an expression used ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist