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  • How Is Your Counting?

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 10, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 3,015 views

    salvation is not of WORKS

    Philippians 3:1-8 October 7, 01 vbc How is your counting? The key word in our text in the small word "count" found in verses 7 and 8. The word means to evaluate and to assess. "The unexamined life is not worth living," Socrates once said. The third chapter of Philippians is Paul’s personal ...read more

  • In Search Of Authentic Faith Series

    Contributed by Josh Reich on May 12, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,244 views

    How do you know if faith is real? Is it possible to have a faith that is fake? How do you know the difference? Where do works fit with faith? Are they extra, needed for salvation?

    This weekend was a cool weekend in the life of our church. On Friday, the women’s ministry had a come n go dessert, and even though I wasn’t there, I heard it was a good time. Then on Saturday morning, we had a church and neighborhood clean-up. It was a great time to clean up our church, as well ...read more

  • It The Same Old (Wonderful) Song Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 20, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,852 views

    If we received a phone call from Abraham, we would conclude that God has ALWAYS saved people by grace through faith – always. And we would conclude that without faith, it is impossible to please God.

    It’s the Same Old (But Wonderful) Song (Romans 4:1-25) 1. PITTSBURGH (Reuters)- "One felony, extra crispy, please." City police on Friday said they were looking for a man who called a KFC restaurant and placed an unusual takeout order — a robbery. The man called the restaurant March 31 and ...read more

  • Purposeful

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 12, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 12,874 views

    Coming from spiritual death, the believer now not only has life but also has a purposeful life - a life that has the honor and glory of God as its object.

    PURPOSEFUL! EPHESIANS 2:8-10 Before an individual comes to Christ, Ephesians tells us that he or she is dead in trespasses and sins. His or her life has little or no meaning in light of eternity. When a person comes to Christ, the Word of God tells us that the Holy Spirit quickens or gives new ...read more

  • Being In The House

    Contributed by Agnes Watson on Jan 7, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,093 views

    This sermon was written to encourage those of us who think we havelost everything, to trust God for everything...seen and unseen.

    Job 1: 20-22 20. Then Job arose, and rent his mantle, and shaved his head, and fell down upon the ground, and worshipped, 21. And said, “Naked came I out of my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return thither: the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.” 22. In ...read more

  • The Journey Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Dec 26, 2006
     | 4,053 views

    End of Vacation Bible SChool - wrapping up how it all fits together with our lesson today

    † In the name of Jesus † The great treasure of grace, mercy and peace, is your gift, from God our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ! The depth of the riches of Christ – every spiritual blessing! - 1 Cor 1:5 – diamond! I look around our altar area this morning, and part of me is in wonder. ...read more

  • Divine Justice Vs. Human Injustice

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,403 views

    To show the difference between divine and human justice system.

    I. EXORDIUM: What is the difference between Divine and Human Justice? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the difference between divine and human justice system. IV. TEXT: Genesis 18:25 (Amplified Bible) 18:25 Far be it from You to do such a thing—to slay the ...read more

  • Mary Vs. Judas - A Contrast In Attitudes

    Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 7, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,115 views

    This message covers John 12:1-10 and describes the annointing of Christ at Bethany by Mary, the sister of Lazarus. Judas exposes his greed and Jesus commends Mary’s action.

    Pastor David M. Wilson Grant Avenue Baptist Church Redondo Beach, CA 90278 COMMENTS WELCOME (310) 376-7890 abimilech@ca.rr.com John 12:1-10 Introduction: Did you ever notice that some stories appear in the Bible more than once and sometimes with different details? For example, if we were to ...read more

  • Once More Through The Wringer

    Contributed by James May on Oct 22, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,798 views

    We can either trust in the Lord to give us the clean, fresh robes of righteousness, or we can put our selves through the wringer, in attempt to create our own self-righteousness and still be clothed in filthy rags.

    ONCE MORE THROUGH THE WRINGER I can still remember a little the old wringer type washing machine that my mother used to have when I was a child. I know, most of you would wonder how anyone could remember that far back. Wasn’t that before the days of radio? No, it wasn’t that far back, but it ...read more

  • Is This Religion? Series

    Contributed by Clint Meade on Oct 27, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,825 views

    A look at Colossians 2:20-23

    Agnes de Rochier was the only daughter of one of the wealthiest merchants of Paris, and was admired by all for her beauty and virtue. In 1403 her father died leaving her all his wealth. Rumours of her supposed relationships with some of the young men in the area surfaced. She determined to ...read more

  • Fruit Of Disobedience Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 25, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,055 views

    The third sermon in a series on the book of Malachi

    The question is: “Can you have a valid faith without being faithful?” The greatest issue we have found so far in our study of Malachi is that of disobedience. The people of Judah wanted to enjoy all the benefits of following God without any of the hassle that comes from playing by God’s rules. ...read more

  • You Don't Have To Be Perfect To Get To Heaven, But It Sure Would Be Nice

    Contributed by Dean Meadows on Oct 3, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,737 views

    A salvation message that stresses God’s grace is sufeciant for your salvation

    You Don’t Need to be Perfect to get to Heaven, But it sure would be Nice 9/30/02 Have you ever known anyone to say; “Some day when I straiten up, I’m going to make things right with the Lord”? They think that is one of the qualifications of salvation. They feel with the life they are living that ...read more

  • Ignite A Revival

    Contributed by James May on Oct 9, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 14,199 views

    If we really want to see revival then we must allow the Holy Spirit to "kill" the sin within us so that the "common people" will be touched through us.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

  • The Gospel Verses Religion

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 9, 2001
    based on 151 ratings
     | 4,943 views

    Religion can point one to God and provide expression for faith, but only the Person of Christ can bring slavation.

    The Gospel Vs. Religion Eph 2:1-10 A recent article in the religion section of our local newspaper, dealt with the question, “Is it better to be religious or spiritual?” Opinions were garnered from five local pastors, representing Unity, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Disciples of Christ, and Bahai. ...read more

  • You Need A Hero!

    Contributed by Scott Epperson on Nov 4, 2006
     | 2,485 views

    Sermon exhorts us to give the battle of sin to Christ.

    Needing a Hero 1Sam 17:1 1 Now the Philistines gathered together their armies to battle, and were gathered together at Shochoh, which belongeth to Judah, and pitched between Shochoh and Azekah, in Ephes-dammim. 2 And Saul and the men of Israel were gathered together, and pitched by ...read more