Sermons on Distinctiveness:

In The Beginning... Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Sep 19, 2015

John begins his gospel by reminding his readers that indeed there WAS a beginning. Not 'once upon a time…' THE beginning.

In The Beginning The Gospel of John Series – Part 1 Today we begin a new series of messages. I like series for several reasons; first it keeps us all on a track so we know where we're going and where we've been, secondly we can all be in prayer about what God is trying to show ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Manhood Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Sep 28, 2015

What does the Bible calls us to be and do as Christians men. What biblical passages do we look at for Biblical manhood? What does it mean to be masculine according to the Bible? How does this apply to each one of us?

1 Corinthians 16:13 ESV Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. I am starting a series on Biblical manhood. I think it's important to look at what the Bible calls us to be and do as Christians men. What biblical passages do we look at for Biblical manhood? What does it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"I Will" Worship With Others Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 5, 2015

Worship, The Heart, Priorities, Preferences

I WILL – “I Will” Worship with Others Acts 2:46-47 (pg. 759) October 11, 2015 Introduction: We have a rule at the Burdette household that my daughter and wife continue to break and disregard...Here’s the rule: If you’re playing “Phase 10” with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Character Traits Of The Believer Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

The church is under intense scrutiny in our modern culture. Many believe it is filled with hypocrites. As part of the body of Christ, we have an obligation to bear fruit consistent with our calling, while being an effective witness among the world.

Character Traits of the Believer 1 John 2: 7-11 Luke 6:43-45 – For a good tree bringeth not forth corrupt fruit; neither doth a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. [44] For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Family Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 23, 2013

Leadership, Example, Commitment, Family

All In The Family Joshua 24:1-15 (p. 163) September 22, 2013 Introduction: I have met people who get that they want out of fear...They are dogmatic and prone to anger...people would rather let them have their way or would rather not “stir up a hornet’s nest”...so these ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Man's Land

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 6, 2013

A sermon that points out the dangers of procrastination.

"No Man's Land" 1 Kings 18:21 INTRODUCTION: The term "No Man's Land" is most commonly associated with the First World War although the phrase "no man's land" actually dates back until at least the 14th century. Its meaning was clear to all sides: no man's land represented the area of ground ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21

Denomination: Baptist

Genuine Faith Sees People The Way God Does Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jun 20, 2018


If we see people the way God sees people: We won’t discriminate based on externals. Look at the marginalized with compassion. Treat others with the same mercy we desire

Genuine Faith sees people the way God does 2:1-13 “What we do is what we actually believe…everything else is just talk. ?If we see people the way God sees people: 1. We won’t discriminate based on externals. 2:1-4 ? 2. Look at the marginalized with compassion. 2:5-7 3. Treat ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

(Section 9) The Baptism Of The Holy Ghost And Tongues Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 9, 2018

How to be baptized in the Holy Ghost and receive speaking in tongues.

IX. THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY GHOST AND TONGUES Acts 2:4 “And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.” A. Can there be Genuine Tongues Today? Spiritual and scholarly men are ranged on both sides of this question, ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jehovah-Shalom "The Eternally Self-Existent One Is Peace" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 21, 2011

The lesson that Gideon had to learn before he could be used of God is that "The LORD is peace" in verse 24.

Purpose: To explain that God is our only source for peace. Aim: I want the listener to rest assured of God's peace. INTRODUCTION: It has been more than 200 years since God revealed Himself as Jehovah-M'Kaddesh (the LORD who sets apart or makes holy). The promised land has been conquered and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stinking Thinking Part 2: The Importance Of Our Thinking Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 25, 2011

In sermon 5B of the series (What am I Missing Here?) we look again at the importance of our thinking. Wrong actions come from wrong thoughts. Wrong thoughts come from wrong thinking. So it is important to deal with the matter at the root.

SERMON TWO (SERIES 5B) “THE IMPORTANCE OF RIGHT THINKING” What am I Missing Here? Steps to Recovering Your Joy March 6, 2011, March 27, 2011 Calvary Baptist Church Isaiah 55:8-9 SERMON 5B: Stinking Thinking, Part II: “The Importance of Our Thinking” Isaiah 55:8–9 For my thoughts are not your ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Messengers Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 29, 2011

A 32 week journey through the Bible. Inspired by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee.

God’s Messengers January 23, 2011 As we move into chapter 15 we are going to be looking past the kings who led . . . PHONE RINGS — Oh, hold on a minute, I forgot to turn my phone off. Don’t you like that song. I’ve gotta take it. This is not really a good time to call me. You have a message. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Giving Word Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 5, 2011

So we can see that God didn't give His law as a means of salvation...but as a life style for those who had already been saved. It was the way He wanted His redeemed ones to live. True freedom is the opportunity and the ability to express what we truly are

THE LIFE GIVING WORD JAMES 1:19 25 READ James 1:19 25 Last week James made us aware that our position as Christians is one of conflict...the battle of the two natures within us. Having done that, James now wants to help us to enter into a present salvation (21) which includes a blessing here and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

“a Necessary Ingredient”

Contributed by George Yates on Apr 10, 2012

Repentence is a necessary ingredient in our salvation and our continuing sanctification

I. The last time I used a cooking illustration I ended up with several dozen tollhouse cookies. A. With a little bit of in trepidation I use another cooking example. 1. Suppose we get together this afternoon and we try to make those tollhouse cookies but we look in the cupboard and find we have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:16-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Prayer For Strengthened Love Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 16, 2012

Spiritual power is the consequence of the love of Christ. The Church needs strengthened love for increased power.

“Prayer for Strengthened Love,” Ephesians 3:14-21 Outline I. Introduction II. Transition a. CIT: Spiritual power is the consequence of the love of Christ. b. CIS: The Church needs strengthened love for increased power. III. Exposition a. The attitude of the prayer. i. Humility, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Unbelief Series

Contributed by Joel Preston on May 17, 2012

One of the central themes in this section of Mark's Gospel is the unbelief of people who came into contact with Jesus. God takes unbelief very seriously, and so should we.

The Gospel of Mark #15 – “Unbelief” Mark 6:1-29 Intro – 1. Can anyone guess what my favorite animal is? The Platypus! 2. ILL – Josh McDowell writes, “People refuse to believe that which they don't want to believe, in spite of evidence. When explorers first went ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical Free