Sermons on Divine Placement:

Escape From Sodom

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 18, 2009

Christians living in Sodom are in grave danger. Though God will graciously keep His own, they must need His warning to escape.

“The two angels came to Sodom in the evening, and Lot was sitting in the gate of Sodom. When Lot saw them, he rose to meet them and bowed himself with his face to the earth and said, ‘My lords, please turn aside to your servant’s house and spend the night and wash your feet. Then you may rise up ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Door Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 6, 2009

There is but one way to God, and that is through Jesus the Son of God. He presents Himself as the Door. The message explores some of the ramifications of that truth.

“Jesus again said to them, ‘Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. All who came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. The thief comes only to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Raging Battle Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 19, 2009

In the battle that rages about us, many are taken captive. Many more are unawasre that we are at war. However, the Bible insists that we are engaged in war with a brutal enemy. Are we ready?

EPHESIANS 6:11 THE RAGING BATTLE “Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” If you seek a religion that will make you comfortable, Christianity is not for you. Despite the emphasis on peace and benefit that emanates from Christian pulpits, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11

Denomination: Baptist

Strength For The Conflict Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 26, 2009

We are at war with spiritual wickedness. However, God has equipped us for victory. We need but draw on what He has already provided to be assured of victory.

“Take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.”[1] "If you don’t want trouble, don’t say anything, don’t do anything, don’t be anything.” This sage advice was offered by a man who frequently stood in the midst of battle. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

Your Mission--Stand Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 18, 2009

Christians are not appointed to take new ground from the enemy. Rather, we are appointed to occupy ground which the Master has already won.

EPHESIANS 6:11, 13, 14 YOUR MISSION – STAND “Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. “Therefore take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore.” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Audience & Content Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 8, 2010

The true and false audience and content of prayer

Why do many athletes pray before they compete? I’ve noticed with mixed martial arts fights, fighters gather with their trainers and recite the Lord’s prayer before a fight. Those that trash talk before a fight, putting down their opponent, are not the ones that I see praying. But the fighters who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Denomination: Other

Man's Greatest Pursuit Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 28, 2006

In this message we will look at man’s greatest pursuit, pursuing God.

Man’s Greatest Pursuit Drawing Nearer (2) Play the guitar… (mention that you have something special for them and that you knew all week that this moment was coming)… NOW – there really is a point to what I just did and as you probably figured out it is not to display my great musical talent. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Witness At The Well

Contributed by Charles Scott on Feb 25, 2008

Jesus ministry to the Woman at the Well shows how to bring the message of God’s healing love to individuals; his efforts in Samaria changed a life, then Samaria, then Ephesus and resonates today in every nation where the Gospel is preached.

JOHN 4__1-42 THE WITNESS FROM THE SAMARITAN WELL A cartoon pictures a medieval Crusader, standing in full armor and holding his shield. He also held his long sharp spear at the throat of a prisoner on the ground. The prisoner on the ground struggles to say, “Tell me more about your Christianity. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-38

Denomination: Anglican

Commandment One Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Mar 13, 2009

Expositional look at the ten commandments

Exodus 20:1-3 “And God spake all these words, saying, I am the LORD thy God, which have brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. Thou shalt have no other gods before me.” So, why do we study the Ten Commandments? I mean, are they even relevant anymore since we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Spirit-Filled Living

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Mar 23, 2009

One of the most valuable lessons the child of God can learn is that of living in moment by moment submission and obedience to the indwelling Holy Spirit of God. To do otherwise is to live outside the will of God, and results in an aimless life for the Chr

Spirit-Filled Living Text: Eph.5: 18-19; Gal.5: 16-17 Intro: Too often we Baptist tend to shy away from the term “Spirit-filled.” This is perhaps largely due to some of the wild and weird things perpetrated and practiced under the guise of being filled with the Holy Spirit, such as “taking up ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Angels' Plea For Peace Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 10, 2006

The angels gave the Christmas message. Will you deny and doubt, are you uncertain but willing to surrender, are you ready to accept and act, and do you believe and will you broadcast the good news?

The Angels’ Plea for Peace Luke 2:9-14 Rev. Brian Bill 12/10/06 Yesterday I drove up to Milwaukee to celebrate my mom’s 70th birthday with my four sisters. One of my sisters had a pretty cool idea a couple weeks ago. She told all of us to order a black t-shirt with the words, “Mom likes me best” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Servants Of Jesus Not Self" 1 Cor. 4 Pt 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 10, 2008

Scripture makes it clear that we as followers of Jesus need to be servants and not self-centered – we are to serve each other in the Body and root out any self-seeking behavior so as to please God. We are all called to be servant-leaders!

“Servant of Jesus not self” Opening Illustration: Today’s clip comes from the movie “Bella” it addresses the subject of selfishness – In the clip one brother challenges the other brother about how selfish he is – his leadership in running his restaurant is all self-centered – he is selfish and he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discrimination In The Sanctuary Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 16, 2008

Favouritism dishonours God and destroys the Body of Christ.

JAMES 2:1-4 DISCRIMINATION IN THE SANCTUARY OF THE LORD “My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory. For if a man wearing a gold ring and fine clothing comes into your assembly, and a poor man in shabby clothing also comes in, and if you pay ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 13, 2011

Christians are free in Christ; they are no longer to permit themselves to be enslaved by any appetite or attitude.

“The free gift is not like the trespass. For if many died through one man’s trespass, much more have the grace of God and the free gift by the grace of that one man Jesus Christ abounded for many. And the free gift is not like the result of that one man’s sin. For the judgment following one ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Experience The Spirit In Service Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 14, 2011

The Lord desires us to use our gifts in service to Him and when we do that we will experience His Spirit in the midst of our serving.

Series: Experiencing the Spirit Theme: The Body of Christ needs to learn to experience the Spirit in their everyday lives so that they grow spiritually. We can learn to experience true spirituality as we see the Spirit at work in our daily lives and activities. As we learn to recognize the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational