Sermons on Examination:

Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil, Do No Evil

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002

We must be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to wrath.

James 1:19-20 June 6, 1999 1. Swift to hear Who? - implies that I believe that the source of information has something worthwhile for me to hear requires a certain sense of humility on my part; I haven’t got all the answers - man a. children b. spouse c. other people listening to people helps me ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Just Call On Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Nov 29, 2001

How to pray and get what you ask for.

JUST CALL ON JESUS JOHN 14:13-15 INTRODUCTION: GOD HAS DIVINELY DESIGNED AND COSMICLY CREATED ALL OF HIS CHILDREN TO BE THE BENEFICIARIES OF HIS UNLIMITED, UNPARALLELED, AND UNRESTRICTED POWER. YES MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS, AS JOINT-HEIRS TO THE KINGDOM, GOD STANDS READY TO SUPPLY OUR EVERY ...read more

Scripture: John 14:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Hanging On When You Feel Like Letting Go

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 25, 2003

A holiday word of encouragement to the distressed.

Hanging On When You Feel Like Letting Go December 1, 2002 Isaiah 64:1-9 1. Excitement Holidays-family, friends, shopping, vacation, TV specials, parades, lights A. Can be fun, but also fearful -Reunion of contentious family -drunk relative who embarrasses themselves, everyone ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:4-9

Denomination: Holiness

The Sin Was Forgiven

Contributed by Jason Love on Dec 11, 2002

We all mess up inwardly and outwardly but we must keep in mind that our God provides.

I. Introduction Today you will be hearing about a man named David. David was a shepherd, victorious fighter, great warrior, an awesome writer and player of music, and he was a man after Gods own heart. All these things the bible tells us about David but tonight we are going to look at a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5, 2 Samuel 12:13-14

Denomination: Church Of God

It's Time To Grow! Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 1, 2003

This message is a part of a series on the book of Hebrews. It deals with some questions that demonstrate our level of spiritual maturity.

TEXT: Hebrews 5:11-14 ETS; The apostle warns the Hebrew believers that they need to grow up in Christ. ESS: Believers ought to grow to the place where they can teach others who are less mature. OSS: Believers will commit to the task of growing spiritually. PQ: How can I tell if I am mature ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Living In Unfairness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 24, 2003

This is the 7th study in the study "Hope In The Darkness". This study looks at remaining faithful in our service to Christ no matter what happens.

LIVING IN UNFAIRNESS 1 Peter 3:8-22 One of the hardest lessons to learn in life is that life is not always fair. It seems like the harder you try to live like a Christian the more difficulties you face. It also seems like those who could care less about God seem to prosper the most. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-22, 1 Samuel 21:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

"And What About Women In Leadership?"

Contributed by Paul Shafit on Mar 25, 2003

Women are not second class citezens; they’re subject to God’s Word like the rest of us.

Women have never been second class citizens in the Church. They have been honored for their gifts of ministry and served along with men in the early Church and right up to the present. There is some confusion as to the positions women may hold within the Church that have opened the door to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-15, Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Your Privilege As The Church" Series

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Oct 3, 2001

Members of Christ body has privileges to enjoy.

Title: “Your Privilege As The Church” Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17 Introduction: Members of the body of Christ must realize that along with purposes to fulfill, there are also privileges to enjoy. As Christians we need to examine these, and realize that it’s what God wants ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Could Break Us Apart? Series

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Sep 28, 2002

A description of what could break a group of Christians apart

WHAT COULD BREAK US APART? INTRODUCTION This message is the third is a series of messages about the church. Let’s review the first two parts then get into today’s message. PART 1 - WHAT IS HOLDING US TOGETHER? Philippians (various passages) I. SALVATION HOLDS US TOGETHER A. Salvation offers ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Purposeful Ministry Series

Contributed by Jeff Stewart on Oct 19, 2002

Describes the role of the pastor, deacons and members of a purposeful church.

Purposeful Ministry September 29, 2002 Oran FBC Selected Scriptures INTRODUCTION: Over the last few weeks we have discovered and examined the purposes of the church. We have learned that churches must evangelize, not only overseas, but also right in their own backyards (Acts 1:8). We have also ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-45

Denomination: Baptist

Communion

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Happiness is being forgiven and appropriating that truth, read the bumper sticker. When I read that quote it made me realize that happiness is continually enhanced through our participation in the truths found in the Lord’s supper. Jesus said, "This is my

Happiness is being forgiven and appropriating that truth, read the bumper sticker. When I read that quote it made me realize that happiness is continually enhanced through our participation in the truths found in the Lord’s supper. Jesus said, "This is my body which was given for you, do this in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satanic Devices

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 25, 2000

Explains how Satan opperates.

“Satan’s Devices” Mat. 12:22-50 1) His Devices are Merciless Ill. Job 2) His Devices are Motivated They are attacks on The Fruits of The Spirit. 3) His Devices bring about Madness or Miracles 3A) Madness leads to Panic 3B) Miracles leads to Praise Every Christian can understand ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-50

Denomination: Baptist

Redeemed With Blood

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 8, 2000

Print for young seekers/believers

“KNOWING THAT YOU WERE NOT REDEEMED WITH PERISHABLE THINGS LIKE SILVER OR GOLD FROM YOUR FUTILE WAY OF LIFE INHERITED FROM YOUR FOREFATHERS, 19 BUT WITH PRECIOUS BLOOD, AS OF A LAMB UNBLEMISHED AND SPOTLESS, THE BLOOD OF CHRIST. 20 FOR HE WAS FOREKNOWN BEFORE THE FOUNDATION OF THE WORLD, BUT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-21

Denomination: Orthodox

God's Prescription For An Achan Heart Series

Contributed by William Morris on Jan 27, 2004

The sixth in a series of messages from teh book of Joshua dealing with living the victorious life

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Joshua 7:1-26 Title: God’s Cure for an Achan Heart (# 6 In Joshua Series) Date: January 18, 2004 Introduction: Israel has just been involved in the greatest military victory in their history. They have just witnessed God’s defeat of the city of Jericho, and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Our Lighthouse Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Feb 9, 2004

Man sometimes falls into the trap of trying to "work" his way to heaven and then begins to worry that all he has is not good enough. The apostle John writes to tell us that we need not worry. The reason we need not worry is that God’s love shines like a

INTRODUCTION Illustration: Have you heard the story of a ship’s captain who was sailing late at night and saw a light on a collision course with his own ship? He told the radio man to send the message, “Alter your course ten degrees south.” The message came back, “Alter YOUR course ten degrees ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ