Sermons on Earthly House:

The Altogether Lovely One

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 22, 2000

Jesus is the Altogether Lovely one

SONG OF SOLOMON 5:16 "THE ALTOGETHER LOVELY ONE" * Note v.10 - Jesus Christ is the Chiefest of ten thousand! * No one else can compare! * No equal. * Among men ... Conceived of the Holy Ghost, born of a virgin, an earthly mother and a heavenly Father! * Among other Gods ... Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

Are They Few That Are Saved?

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 31, 2006

Salvation

1stBBC Are they few that are saved? Luk 13:22-24 And he went on his way through cities and villages, teaching, and journeying on unto Jerusalem. And one said unto him, Lord, are they few that are saved? And he said unto them, Strive to enter in by the narrow door: for many, I say unto you, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 26, 2006

This lesson looks at suffering through the laws of natural growth, proposed by Henry Drumonoud.

A. THE LAW OF MOTION: “Every body will continue in a uniform motion in a straight line, except when an outward force changes it.” 1. Sometimes God sends suffering into our life to cause us to change our direction. a. Joseph was prepared to save the world. “Ye thought evil against me; [but] God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

A No Matter What Christian

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 28, 2008

in trying times there will be those who will not fall away, here the secret to be a Christian, no matter what

Intro: 2 Thessalonians states before the Anti-Christ is revealed there will first be a falling away. Matthew Henry gives us this explanation of the falling away—“there will be a falling away from sound doctrine, true worship, and holy living.” Today, I would like to present the attitude you must ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Early Church: In Awe Series

Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Oct 13, 2009

Part 3 of our 6 part series on the early church. The early church was in awe of God and his amazing power. Why don’t we see miracles today (or do we?).

The Early Church: In Awe Acts 2:43 INTRODUCTION BEING IN AWE - E.G. AWESOME - WORD USED A LOT MAY HAVE LOST SOME OF ITS IMPACT BIG CONCEPT NOT A HOME RUN IN THE BOTTOM OF THE 9TH, THATS NOT AWE WERE TALKING STANDING IN YOUR YARD AND WATCHING A TORNADO PICK UP YOUR HOUSE AND CARRY IT OUT ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:43

Denomination: Baptist

You Shall Receive Power Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 12, 2003

We must begin the exposition of Acts with a clear view of the authorship, date, theme and redemptive historical significance.

Introduction: The Lectio Continuo If you came to church before the Reformation, you would have seen the transcendence of God in the architecture. You probably would have heard an uneducated priest "say" the mass in a language neither of you understood. The entire experience would have been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seeing Jesus' Christmas Names

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 3, 2007

An examination of the different Christmas related names of Christ.

Pastor’s Bible Class -- Thomas Road Baptist Church Seeing Jesus’ Christmas Names Dr. Elmer Towns December 2, 2007 A. THE ONLY BEGOTTEN SON “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Ambassadors

Contributed by Paul Zwarich on Jun 24, 2008

When Christ’s Disciples reach out to the less fortunate with a hand of compassion they are in fact reaching out to Him.

Lectionary 13 A Matthew 10:40-42 This morning our gospel text concludes the discourse that Jesus gave to His disciples when He commissioned them to continue the ministry that He had begun with the lost sheep of the house of Israel. Two weeks ago the Gospel of Matthew informed us that after the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Myths About Love And Marriage

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jul 8, 2008

Helping people avoid the common myths that hinder us from enjoying marriage

Myths About Love and Marriage Dr. David Ibeleme 1. The "Perfect Couple" Syndrome. There is no perfect couple. No Marriage is "made in heaven" - Matt. 22:25-30. "You" are not anybody’s rib - Gen. 2:22ff. Marriage is a perfect relationship between two imperfect people. It’s the union not the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Funeral: Trust=peace Of Mind And Heart

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 12, 2008

This sermon is based on Proverbs 3:5-6 and emphasises the peace that comes from trusting the Lord rather than the new cultural spiritual fads that tingle ears.

In Jesus Holy Name Text: Proverbs 3:5-6 Funeral Redeemer “Total Trust=Peace of Mind and Heart” “Trust in the Lord with all your heart lean not on your own understanding in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6 What ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Becoming Christmas Wise

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2008

With Christmas just days away, it is important to reflect on the happenings of the Christmas story.

Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Becoming Christmas Wise Dr. Elmer Towns December 23, 2007 1. “Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem, in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. At about that time some astrologers from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, ‘Where is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Things God Wants From Us

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Feb 6, 2008

here is a list of a few things God desires from each of our lives. These are key to receiving from God

Intro: years ago I worked at a lawn service in Birmingham with a crew of about 8 people. A pattern developed every week. We would get paid on Friday, about Tuesday or Wednesday guys would say, preacher, give me a five spot until payday. This went on for a while until some of the guys would forget ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Recognize God's Blessings

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006

We all like blessings don’t we? And, certainly, we are a blessed people! But, we often view them in the wrong way. Physical and Material in nature. -Money in the bank and Bills are paid -Living in a nice home and driving a nice car However, -What h

HOW TO RECOGNIZE GOD’S BLESSINGS Ephesians 1:3 INTRO: We all like blessings don’t we? And, certainly, we are a blessed people! But, we often view them in the wrong way. Physical and Material in nature. -Money in the bank and Bills are paid -Living in a nice home and driving a nice car However, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

How To Recognize God's Blessings Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 4, 2005

We all like to be blessed. Unfortunately, we often look at them the wrong way. We like to rely on material and physical created blessings and not on the spiritual blessing, which is all that we need to make it through life.

HOW TO RECOGNIZE GOD’S BLESSINGS Ephesians 1:3 INTRO: We all like blessings don’t we? And, certainly, we are a blessed people! But, we often view them in the wrong way. Physical and Material in nature. -Money in the bank and Bills are paid -Living in a nice home and driving a nice car However, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Malachi Chapters 3 & 4 Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 1, 2015

Dealing with issues of real substance in finishing up this book study

MALACHI CHAPTERS 3 & 4 Bible Study by Pastor Eric Hanson This is the latest in the series of teachings on the book of the prophet Malachi. If you missed any of the earlier ones, just ask for them and either of the elders will gladly get you what you need. This chapter covers many things in few ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational