Sermons on Exploration:

Praise The Lord

Contributed by Paul Etterling on Apr 8, 2002

This sermon explores the depth of praise from the perspective of Psalm 111.

I. The Origin of Our Praise (v. 1) A. Praise originates from our heart "The widest thing in the universe is not space; it is the potential capacity of the human heart. Being made in the image of God, it is capable of almost unlimited extension in all directions." A.W. Tozer 1. “Praise the Lord” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do The Terrorists Rage?

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 18, 2005

The sermon explores the reason for mankind’s rebellion against God

Why Do the Terrorists Rage? PSALM 2 *A week or so ago we awakened to the news of yet another terrorists attack *In London terrorists explored a series of bombs killing around 50 people *This was just another incident in a every growing pattern of terrorist bombings and killings around ...read more

Experience God's Pure Love Series

Contributed by Stephen Pattison on Mar 22, 2005

An exploration of the love of the Father in the sacrifice of his Son -- focusing on Gethsemane.

“Experience the Passion” Series Sermon 1: “Experience God’s Pure Love” (Gethsemane) March 5/6, 2005 It’s such a powerful opening scene. We don’t expect to see Jesus like that – his face glistening with sweat mixed with blood, his hair tangled, staggering about as if he was wounded, or carrying ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42, Mark 14:32-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Depths Of God's Forgiveness

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Apr 4, 2004

To explore the depth of God’s forgiveness and some characteristics of it.

The Depths of God’s Forgiveness Luke 23:33-46 Primary Purpose: To examine how much God has forgiven us through Jesus Christ. When we examine the accounts of the crucifixion of Jesus, you may notice that Matthew and Mark’s accounts are very similiar. John’s account is different since he was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

Faith, Love And Hope Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 18, 2004

Three important words of the gospel are explored along with corresponding works

INTRODUCTION Charles Trentham has a chapter in his book on Colossians entitled, “The Three Greatest Words in the Gospel.” What three words do you suppose he means? Let’s guess. Clues: All three words have only one syllable, two of the three words are 4 letter words. The other word has 5 letters. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Desiring Servanthood Series

Contributed by Timothy O'fallon on Jun 27, 2004

This is a Biblically-based exploration of the truest desire of the regenerated spirit: servanthood.

Desiring Servanthood Servanthood Series Part I: Countryside Christian Center Single Adult Bible Studies Introduction: In Genesis 3, a story is told about the first man and woman Falling from a position of total security in God and absolute significance. Their significance (importance) was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Counting The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by John White on Feb 8, 2005

Exploring what it means to be a true disciple in today’s world.

COUNTING THE COST OF TRUE DISCIPLESHIP Luke 14:25-35 In this parable Jesus is illustrating one very simple and obvious basic truth: His disciples may have to pay a price. It may cost you if you commit yourself to believe, receive and serve the Lord Jesus Christ. It not only, may, but it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Our Advocate Series

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Oct 9, 2002

This sermon explores Jesus’ role in cleansing us before the Father.

Jesus our Advocate Hebrews 8 INTRODUCTION: Big time trials have become a media event. Many trials, to a lesser or greater degree, have had their verdict rise out of media attention. The real advocacy wasn’t necessarily before a judge and jury but before a microphone and video camera. Can anyone ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Response To Our Sinfulness

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 22, 2006

Explores the work of salvation accomplished by God in contrast to the sinfulness of mankind.

Titus 3:4-7 But when the kindness of God our Savior and His love for mankind appeared, 5He saved us, not on the basis of deeds which we have done in righteousness, but according to His mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit, 6whom He poured out upon us richly through ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Magnificence Of Grace

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 22, 2006

Explores what accrues to the believer as the result of God’s grace.

The Magnificence Of Grace Paul describes the human condition in Titus 3:3. In verse four of chapter 3 Paul gives us a crash course in salvation. Titus 3:4-8 But when the kindness of God our Savior and His love for mankind appeared, 5He saved us, not on the basis of deeds which we have done in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Compelled Towards Ministry Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 5, 2005

This message explores the importance of taking our ministry for Christ seriously.

COMPELLED TOWARDS MINISTRY 1 CORINTHIANS 9:16-27 INTRODUCTION: As Paul opens up this section of Scripture, what we see here is Paul’s seriousness about serving Jesus. From the very beginning we see such powerful words as “compelled”, “belonging to Jesus”, “by all possible means”, “strict ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-27

Denomination: Baptist

Investing Where It Counts Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2006

By looking at Jehosphaphat, will invite the audience to explore where they are investing their lives

1. Title: Investing Where It Counts 2. Text: II Chronicles 17:3-19 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, May 21,2006, first in the series “The Kings and I” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand the relationship between God’s blessing and Jehoshaphat’s faithfulness -for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 17:3-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lost Love Series

Contributed by Paul Etterling on Jul 9, 2001

An exploration of the church in Ephesus according to the words of the Lord in the book of the Revelation.

1 Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks; 2 I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil: and thou hast ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of Worship - Part Ii Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jan 25, 2006

In this message we explore the question of "Why should we worship?"

Isaiah 56:7(CEV) “I will bring them to My holy mountain, where they will celebrate in My house of worship. Their sacrifices and offerings will always be welcome on My altar. Then My house will be known as a house of worship for all nations.” Why Should We Worship? • God commands it – Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

245 - Gold In The Trash

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Jan 11, 2003

This study will explore God’s purpose to give you wealth.

Sermon Study #245 – GOLD IN THE TRASH Illustrate humor A woman gave her son Billy 2 quarters. One was for his Sunday School offering. The other was for an ice cream cone on the way home from Sunday School. Billy was flipping one quarter in the air and catching it on the way down. This happened 8 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:10-11

Denomination: Baptist