Sermons on Evil:

I Don't Belong To This World Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 16, 2017

Series: Identity: Becoming Who We Are

“I Don’t Belong to this World” Series: Identity: Becoming Who We Are May 14, 2017 – Brad Bailey (Note: This message also coincided with Mother’s Day…so while the focus remained in this series on Identity… some illustrations were woven in which reflect the significance of mothers.) Intro Continuing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:8-11, John 17:15-18, John 17:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Peole , Real Problems A Study Of 1 Samuel Part 1, Hannah Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on May 22, 2017

Part one of a series looking at real problems for real believers

Real people- Real problems 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 2:1-2 Part 1 ----Hannah In the world today it seems that there are two common thoughts on Christians and problems Some want to claim that Christians no longer suffer from worldly problems This is just not true- Jesus said I am hated and persecuted and so ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do I Long For His Coming?

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 1, 2017

The 2nd coming of Christ is a major theme in the Bible. In 2 Tim. 4:8 Paul talked about the reward that awaits “all who have loved His appearing.” Do I love and eagerly await the coming of the Lord? This sermon explores 4 characteristics of those who do.

Do I Long for Christ’s Coming? 2 Tim.2:7-8 Richard Tow 8/14/16 In 2 Tim. 4:7 Paul was approaching the end of his life. He has been imprisoned by Nero and knows that he will be executed.1 He writes in verse 7, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:7-8, Titus 2:11-14, 1 John 3:3, 1 John 2:15-17, 2 Peter 3:10-13, Hebrews 11:14-16, Hebrews 9:28, 1 Thessalonians 4:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Enjoy Him Forever

Contributed by Victor Yap on Feb 4, 2017

Ecclesiastes 2

ENJOY HIM FOREVER (ECCLESIASTES 2) Paul was a very rich man, but he never spent any of his money. He was scared that someone would steal it. He pretended to be poor and wore dirty old clothes. People laughed at him, but he didn’t care. He only cared about his money. One day, he bought a big lump ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lesson 5: The Content Of The Prayer Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 16, 2017

When Saul of Tarsus first experienced God's grace it turned him into a man of prayer. Even now, perhaps two decades or so later, we find him still on his knees.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 1/23/17 Title: The Content of the Prayer (1:15-19) Series: Paul's Letter to the Ephesians--#5 Ephesians 1:15-19 (NIV) 15 FOR THIS REASON, EVER SINCE I HEARD ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Scared Of Right Now? Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Mar 17, 2017

Key Phrase 1: What are you scared of right now? Key Phrase 2: Jesus, I don’t want to stay here any more. Key Phrase 3: Jesus, I will. Key Phrase 4: What one step is God asking you to take? Key Phrase 5: We’re still alive. It’s not too late.

I want to welcome everyone here to Embrace… whether you’re joining us… at a campus… whether you’re joining us online… whether you’re listening on itunes… we’re so thrilled that you’re with us today… My name is Adam… I’m one of the pastors here… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Jesus' Final Words (Part 2)

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Mar 27, 2017

In Part 2, we take up the remaining four sayings of Jesus on the cross. We shall study how the gospel writer used the OT background in the death of Christ. It will give us a good grasp of the significance of Jesus’ last words on the cross.

A Word of Abandonment “‘Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?’ that is, ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me’” (Matt. 27:46)? I have heard many eloquent sermons on the “seven sayings.” However, the speakers rarely look into the OT texts that Jesus used in His last seven sayings. Yet how the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46, John 19:28-30, Matthew 27:46

Denomination: Baptist

What Is God Like

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

Psalms' description of God

What is God Like?  Psalm 8+ September 18, 2016 Turn with me this morning to Psalm 8.  We’re going to be looking at a number of scriptures this morning, and if you had difficulty keeping up, just look at the screen.  We’ll have most of the scriptures up there.   There is an old poem ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 25

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

How to Handle Difficult Days

Psalm 25 - How to Handle Difficult Days - July 31, 2016 Turn with me this morning in your Jewish hymnals to hymn number 25. Or for those of you who haven’t brought your Jewish hymnals with you, we’ll put the words on the screen. But just a reminder for those of you who might be a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Art Of Thank You: Lepers Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 27, 2016

We must cultivate a grateful heart with the Lord and learn the art of “Thank You” to the Lord and to others. Thank You has the power to change our heart and others hearts! It can even transform our daily life and environment.

Video Illustration: Nick Viciuvik: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOzsjEmjjHs Series: The Art of Thank You – 10 Lepers Thesis: We must cultivate a grateful heart with the Lord and learn the art of “Thank You” to the Lord and to others. Thank You has the power to change our heart ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Saved From Ourselves

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 8, 2016

Because we have a punkish side Jesus came to save us from us.

Saved From Ourselves Text: Matt. 1:18-25 Introduction 1. “I tried to blame my behavior on the holiday traffic. The Thanksgiving weekend had turned the streets near the shopping mall into controlled chaos. I tried to blame my misdeeds on my state of mind. I was driving to my in-laws’ house, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

God Guides The Wise

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 8, 2016

Jesus can be found by simply opening our hearts and minds to the Gospel message.

God Guides The Wise Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction 1. “Holiday time is highway time. Ever since the magi packed their bags for Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus has caused people to hit the road. Our Christmas trips have a lot in common with the one of the wise men. We don’t camp with camels, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Drawn To Jesus-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 7, 2014

4 of 5. John recalled the manner by which Jesus’ disciples first became convinced that He was Messiah. Some will become Jesus' disciples. But What draws/attracts those disciples? Disciples are drawn to Jesus thru their…

DRAWN TO JESUS—IV—John 1:35-51 Attention: My being drawn to the field of biological oceanography.—always fascinated with the ocean & with animals. I had no desire to be a tax consultant or an accountant—I can’t even imagine how tediously miserable I would be as either ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist

The Trial And Torture Of The King Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Before Jesus reached the cross, He faced unspeakable torture at the hands of the Roman soldiers. There are accounts of soldiers flogging prisoners to death. The point of flogging was to bring them close to death so the crucifixion time would be shortened.

INTRODUCTION Easter is three weeks from today. We’re counting down the last 94 hours before the disciples discovered the empty tomb. I’m calling this “94 Hours that Changed the World.” We’ve already walked with Jesus from the last Supper to the Garden of Gethsemane ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Working For The Faith Skylight Company Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

There are hurting people living in spiritual darkness. In order to work for the Faith Skylight Company you've got to care enough for them that you'll do everything you can to let the light of Jesus fill their darkness.

INTRODUCTION As we follow Jesus through the Gospel According to Mark we come to one of my favorite miracles in the life of Jesus. It’s the story where four men tear up a roof and lower their paralyzed friend until he’s hanging in front of Jesus. These four friends dug a skylight in a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist