Sermons on Don Fortner:

Part 1 - Unity Through Truth Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 29, 2006

Unity is vital to any church, but the Bible does not teach unity at all cost. Part 1 of this series examines the Biblical concept of Unity through the truth of scripture.

Unity and Sound Doctrine (Part 1) Scriptural unity is founded upon sound doctrine and a local church cannot have true unity without building its foundation on the truth of God’s word. A good example of this is explained in Ephesians 4:11-16 11 And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

On A Nation Such As This

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2012

The sin of a nation reflects the spiritual temperature of the pulpit, inviting God’s judgement.

“Shall I not punish them for these things? declares the LORD, and shall I not avenge myself on a nation such as this? “An appalling and horrible thing has happened in the land: the prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests rule at their direction; my people love to have it so, but what ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 5:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Physician Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 21, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Matthew 9:18-26

Matthew 9:18-26 The Great Physician “18 While He spoke these things to them, behold, a ruler came and worshiped Him, saying, “My daughter has just died, but come and lay Your hand on her and she will live.” 19 So Jesus arose and followed him, and so did His disciples. 20 And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Handling Emotional Burnout Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 9, 2012

The answer for the anguish of emotional burnout is through 1) The Merciful Rescue by God (Psalm 40:1–3), 2) The Multiple Resources in God (Psalm 40:4, 5), 3) The Motivational Responses to God(Psalm 40:6–10)

Today as we remember our brave men and women who fought in defence of the freedoms we enjoy we often think of those who lost their lives in combat. We tend to overlook however those who were injured in battle. The one injury that is hardest to detect is the one that can't be seen in a physical ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-10

Denomination: Other

Accepted(Recognized) Christian Authority-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 13, 2011

2 of 3. Paul approached Timothy thru an accepted authority. The faithful Christian accepts God’s authority. How do the faithful recognize Christian authority? A qualifier of an accepted Christian authority is...

ACCEPTED(Recognized) CHRISTIAN AUTHORITY-II—1Timothy 1:1-2 In order to fill the shoes of the faithful, one must first recognize his/her authority. The greeting of the letter is contained in :1-2: It contains the Writer, Recipient, the Authority by which it is sent, & Blessings. Paul approached ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Hunger

Contributed by Mark Jobe on Sep 15, 2011

You are made to hunger for God. May your holy hunger be unleashed. You have a hunger for God so awaken it. Bring it to life and reignite your appetite.

Opening ILLUS: A kindergarten teacher gave an assignment. The assignment was to draw a picture of a celebrity or an important person that had impacted your life. The children got busy drawing pictures, coloring and sticking out their tongues like little kids like to do when they're drawing. The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Downward Spirals Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 22, 2011

A study of chapter 1 verses 1 through 25

Judges 1: 1 – 25 Downward Spirals 1 Now after the death of Joshua it came to pass that the children of Israel asked the LORD, saying, “Who shall be first to go up for us against the Canaanites to fight against them?” 2 And the LORD said, “Judah shall go up. Indeed I have ...read more

Scripture: Judges 1:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Heart Of Generous Builders Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 4, 2013

God's call to invest generously in the Kingdom.

The Heart of Generous Builders Series: The Generosity that Builds a Future June 2, 2013 - Brad Bailey INTRO: All of us want to build something with our lives...to invest in that which has a lasting nature. One of those opportunities came with the planting and establishing of this church on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Securing The Success Of Jesus’ Mission-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 17, 2013

3 of 6. Thru prayer, Jesus sought to secure the success of His mission. But How? 20 measures securing the success of Jesus’ mission. Securing the Success of Jesus’ mission involves...

SECURING THE SUCCESS OF JESUS’ MISSION-III—John 17:1-26 Attention: The husband & wife were offered a ‘free airplane ride’ if they never opened their mouths during the stunt flyer’s bi-plane flight. The pilot took them on a harrowing flight of 90 degree climbs, dives, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful For Your Friendship

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 8, 2011

Witnessing the firmness of those who share the Faith brings great gratitude to the people of God.

“I thank God whom I serve, as did my ancestors, with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day. As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

Battling Besetting Sin Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 7, 2011

Paul was being defeated by (the law of) sin, forcing him (his renewed mind) to search till God could reveal to him the way of deliverance (the Law of the Spirit). The law of sin is too strong for anyone so you must yield to a higher law if you would have

BATTLING BESETTING SIN (THE ENEMY WITHIN) ROMANS 7:15-8:2 How does one go about battling the sin which so easily besets us? Is there any way to be completely delivered from the sin that has plagued your life for years and years? A person who believes in the Lord Jesus Christ may be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Response To Our Storms

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 17, 2013

This message focuses on how we allow the spiritual storms of our lives to paralyze us and take and/or delay us from accomplishing what God has for our lives.

God’s Answer To Our Storms Scripture: Isa. 53:1; 1 Sam. 17:10-47; 2 Chron. 20:1-15; Luke 8:22-25 Introduction: Isaiah 53:1 says “Who has believed our message? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed?” In this prophecy Isaiah prophesied about Christ and the life He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:5-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Justin Ford on Sep 5, 2013

A message considering who Melchizedek, how he is connected to Jesus and why he should matter to us!

MELCHIZEDEK (Internet links are to images which were later used in a PowerPoint presentation) •OK, let’s start off with a little Bible Pop Quiz this morning •Let’s find out who the Bible Geniuses are! Q: Who is Melchizedek? (Fade in 1 at a time) A.) Another name for the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

It’s Time For A Little Father Son Talk

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 6, 2013

A review of Proverbs 3 verses 1 through 35

Proverbs 3: 1 – 35 It’s Time For A Little Father Son Talk 1 My son, do not forget my law, but let your heart keep my commands; 2 For length of days and long life and peace they will add to you. 3 Let not mercy and truth forsake you; Bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Tell It To The Church Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 26, 2011

The missing component of the contemporary church may well be discipline. The message explores the purpose and implementation of discipline in the church.

“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother. But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or three witnesses. If he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Baptist