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What Baptism Says-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 16, 2012

2 of 2. John’s public baptism revealed/secured Jesus’ significance. This is a springboard to understanding Christian public baptism. But What does baptism reveal? Baptism says that...

WHAT BAPTISM SAYS-II—Luke 3:21-23 Significance of Baptism Attention: Do Not Talk To My Parrot Mrs. Lingle’s dishwasher quit working, so she called a repairman. He couldn't accommodate her with an evening appointment, &, since she had to go to work the next day, she told him: "I'll ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Soldier

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 29, 2011

Paul encouraged Timothy by explaining his expected level of personal commitment to his calling in Christ Jesus. The level of commitment to fulfill one’s calling in Christ must mimic/equal/rise to/be comparable to/ that of a good soldier.

What Did He Die For Twila Paris He was twenty-one in 1944 He was hope & he was courage on a lonely shore Sent there by a mother with love beyond her tears Just a young American who chose to rise above his fears And as I watch him struggle up that hill Without a thought of turning back I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Grace At Home -- Part I Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 11, 2011

God's grace transforms a marriage when both partners submit to one another. Here, God says to a woman married to an unbelieving husband, "Submit to your mate, and so win him and woo him with an irresistible inner beauty."

George Hazlett’s wife made him a necktie a few years ago that he rarely wore. In fact, George had forgotten about it until one day a local men's store in Salem, Ohio, announced an “ugly tie” contest. George secretly pulled the tie from its resting place and entered it. He never ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Making My Stewardship Practical Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 18, 2011

Being good stewards in the kingdom of heaven requires implementing some practices that promote our stewardship.

This morning we’re going to wrap up our five week series on stewardship in the kingdom of heaven. We began five weeks ago by establishing four foundational principles. Since these are so important, let’s review them one more time: Foundational principle #1: • God owns everything Foundational ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Challenge Of Choosing The Greater Stewardship Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 1, 2010

The writer to the Hebrews set before his audience a deeper consideration of a confession of Jesus’ Stewardship. ’Christians’(traditionists), are encouraged toward a further consideration of their confession. The challenge of choosing the greater Steward

SERIES: The Careful Considerations of Our Christian Confession—Hebrews 3:1-6; 7-17; 3:18--4:11; 4:11-13; 4:14---5:11 The Hebrews writer pressed upon his audience to further consider the intricacies of their Christian confession. Christians, tempted by tradition, are encouraged toward a further ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Faith On Sunday – Work On Monday

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 4, 2011

Let's talk about why our work matters.

“Faith On Sunday – Work On Monday” Ephesians 6:5-9 OPEN: Every week as I’m preparing for Sunday, I get excited about what I’m studying, and I think to myself, “If only people could get a hold of the principles here - what a difference it would make in their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Watch Out Series

Contributed by Roy Newton on Feb 25, 2011

This sermon examines the first part of the sixth petition of our Lord’s Pattern for Prayer, "And don't let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one", seeking to explore our need for God's help in not yielding to temptation.

A PATTERN FOR PRAYER WATCH OUT! "The serpent was the shrewdest of all the wild animals the Lord God had made. One day he asked the woman, “Did God really say you must not eat the fruit from any of the trees in the garden?” “Of course we may eat fruit from the trees in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thick Headed Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 2, 2011

A study of chapter 10 verses 1 through 20

Ecclesiastes 10: 1 – 20 Thick Headed 1 Dead flies putrefy the perfumer’s ointment, and cause it to give off a foul odor; So does a little folly to one respected for wisdom and honor. 2 A wise man’s heart is at his right hand, but a fool’s heart at his left. 3 Even when a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

To Know God, Love People Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Oct 27, 2014

How can I have a genuinely intimate relationship with God? Love my neighbor.

Series: Building Blocks of Community Title: To Know God, Love People Text: Psalm 15:1-5 Truth: How can I have a genuinely intimate relationship with God? Love my neighbor. Aim: To strengthen church fellowship. Life Question: How does building community with others strengthen my relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Children's Blessing

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Mar 30, 2014

Is it enough to desire God? Is desire alone sufficient to enable you to follow God? Granted, we must have desire, but is desire alone sufficient?

Mark 10:13-31 Jesus Blesses Little Children 13 And they were bringing children to Him so that He might touch them; but the disciples rebuked them. 14 But when Jesus saw this, He was indignant and said to them, “Permit the children to come to Me; do not hinder them; for the kingdom of God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Hope For The Hopeless Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 15, 2014

Jesus is risen, so don't be confused; instead, be confident and tell somebody the good news!

Many years ago, a man climbed up on the side of the Brooklyn Bridge and was about to jump when a policeman grabbed him and drew him back. The man protested, “You don’t understand how miserable I am and how hopeless my life is. Please, let me go.” The officer tried to talk him out ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Good Debt (Not What You Think!)

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 8, 2014

We are called to be good citizens, good neighbors and good examples... living decent lives for all to see.

Title: Good Debt (Not What You Think!) Text: Romans 13:8-14 Thesis: We are called to be good citizens, good neighbors and good examples… living decent lives for all to see. Introduction Debt has a number of categories… one is Government debt. The Urban Dictionary defines debt simply ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:6-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Technique Eclipses Relationship-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 16, 2013

4 of 4. We incur certain liabilities when we allow our relationship to Jesus to become eclipsed by technique. But what exactly becomes liable? When technique eclipses relationship, Our.....is Liable.

WHEN TECHNIQUE ECLIPSES RELATIONSHIP-IV—Revelation 2:1-7 Firstless Love Muddying the water above where clarity is needed. A man who spends all his time at work—Neglecting his family in order to do it—Forgetting that his initial drive for the work is to meet his family’s need. The way in which we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Grumble Or Grow! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 10, 2012

When life gets hard, don’t grumble; grow! Don’t test the Tester; trust Him to bring you through the test a better person.

A lawyer, a doctor, and a preacher went deer hunting together when along came a big buck. The three of them all shot at the same time, and immediately the buck dropped to the ground. They all rushed up to examine the deer, but couldn't determine whose shot had actually killed it. They were in ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

5 Keys To Understanding The Sabbatical Year Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 29, 2014

In ancient times, God warned people & nations of impending judgment before He lowered the boom.

The Final Countdown: Preparing for What’s Next (Based up Jonathan Cahn’s book, The Mystery of the Shemitah) First Things First: 5 Keys to Understanding the Sabbatical Year (1 of 5) November 2, 2014 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A In ancient times, God ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6

Denomination: Baptist