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3. The Poverty Of Riches Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Nov 26, 2022

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Scripture: Matthew 6:9-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Magnify The Cross Of Jesus Christ! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 28, 2022

Magnify the cross of Jesus Christ... 1. Because it was God's perfect plan. 2. Because it confirms God's prophecies. 3. Because it is the greatest proof of God's love. 4. Because it is the source of our greatest peace.

Magnify the Cross of Jesus Christ! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 20:17-19; Mark 10:32-34; Luke 18:31-34 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared November 28, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 20:17. In this verse of Scripture, Jesus has started His trip to Jerusalem to die on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-19, Mark 10:32-34, Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

The End Of Sin’s Oppression-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 5, 2022

1 of 2. The prophet Isaiah reveals God’s plan for alleviating the oppression of sin among mankind. God has a plan for ending the oppression of sin. BUT--What is God’s plan for ending that oppression? The promise to end sin’s oppression comes thru...

THE END OF SIN’s OPPRESSION—Isaiah 9:6-7 Attention: I was watching a well-known, nationally televised, morning news program one day. A special guest was an author of a book, in which he described the difficulties that his young family had undergone, particularly in the loss of one of their young ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Under (Faith)

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 6, 2022

God exalts those who humble themselves

Choosing Under (Faith) I Peter 5:6-11 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 11-27-2022 Humility I read recently about a man that was voted the most humble person in the church. They had a party for him and then gave him a medal. The next week, he wore the medal to church and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Habits For Spiritual Health

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 7, 2022

How do believers maintain spiritual vitality and finish well? This message examines seven lifestyle habits that sustain the believer in the long run. Professor Robert Clinton found that only one-third of leaders finish well. These disciplines help us finish well.

Intro Welcome to this Legacy Ministry College chapel service. We take as our subject today: Seven Habits for Spiritual Health. What are the essentials for a successful life journey in Christ? It is one thing to begin a journey; it is another to finish that journey. To finish and finish well, you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 22:37-40, John 15:5, Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Timothy 4:1-10, Joshua 1:1-8, Matthew 16:24-25, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 28:19-20, Matthew 4:1-4, Matthew 6:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Always Trust In The Goodness Of God! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 22, 2022

Always trust in the goodness of God! 1. Because He hates injustice. 2. Because He shares in our sorrows. 3. Because He cares about our rest. 4. Because He cares about our other needs too.

Always Trust in the Goodness of God! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 14:1-14; Mark 6:7-34 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared June 22, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Matthew 14:1-14 reports on the terrible murder of John the Baptist. Herod the Tetrarch had John arrested, thrown into prison, and eventually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-14, Mark 6:7-34

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed With Every Blessing Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 9, 2024

God blesses us so we will bless Him with our lives.

Blessed with Every Blessing Ephesians 1:1-14 Rev. Brian Bill January 6-7, 2024 Last week, we were blessed to be with our entire family in Virginia. It was a blast to be with our four daughters and their husbands, along with our seven grandchildren. Each morning, I got up early and went for a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Voice Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 19, 2024

One of the greatest benefits of our salvation is the privilege of hearing God speak to us personally

KNOWING THE VOICE OF GOD KEY VERSE: My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. (John 10:27) A. INTRODUCTION One of the greatest benefits of our salvation is the privilege of hearing God speak to us personally. God loves us so much that He sent Jesus to take our place and to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27

In The Beginning - The Great Reset Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 19, 2024

GOD’s Creation was given free will, but they chose to sin. When evil and wickedness abounded, GOD had enough. But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD, and was spared judgment for his household, and the remnant of creation. This is the account of the GREAT RESET

2024.02.18. Sermon Notes. IN THE BEGINNING – THE GREAT RESET William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. GOD’s Creation was given free will, and because of sin, wickedness became rampant on the earth. The thoughts of mankind were evil and GOD had enough. But, Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD, and was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22, Genesis 7:1-24, Genesis 8:1-22, Psalm 25:14, Hebrews 11:7, 1 Peter 3:20, Luke 17:26-27, 2 Peter 3:2-14, Jude 1:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is One Baptism Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 26, 2024

Ephesians 4 says that there is one baptism, but the New Testament mentions six different baptisms. Which is the one baptism that saves and unites?

A. The story is told of a preacher who had just started serving with a new congregation and for eight Sundays in a row, he preached about baptism. 1. The elders were growing tired of hearing about baptism and decided to assign the preacher a text for the next Sunday that would hopefully result in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41, Acts 10:37, Acts 1:4-5, Acts 2:1-4, Acts 19:1-6, Matthew 28:19, Mark 16:16, 1 Peter 3:20-21, Acts 8:35-39, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Romans 6:3-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 18: How To Overcome Sin, Storms, Stubbornness, And Sadness Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 22, 2025

God shows us... 1. How to overcome our sins (vs. 1-5). 2. How to overcome our storms in life (vs. 6-7, 10). 3. How to overcome our stubbornness (vs. 8-9). 4. How to overcome our sadness (vs. 11).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 18: How to Overcome Sin, Storms, Stubbornness, and Sadness Psalm 32:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 22, 2025) (Revised June 1, 2025 to correct the definition for "sin" in vs. 1) BACKGROUND: *Today we will study the 32nd Psalm. Here ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

You've Come This Far By Faith

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 9, 2024

This message recognizes our Church's upcoming 99th anniversary. In this message I used the old gospel sonmg "We've Come This Far By Faith" to illustrate the continued journey of this Church.

You’ve Come This Far By Faith! Scripture: Second Corinthians 5:7; Proverbs 3:5-6; James 1:12 Good morning Strangers Rest. Jeremiah 29:11 says, “For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans for prosperity and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” When this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are Christians So Pro Life? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 11, 2024

I want to equip our church family in speaking intelligently and compassionately about abortion. I don’t have a Republican agenda here today as much as I have a kingdom of God agenda.

Today, I want to talk about the sanctity of human life and, specifically abortion. This morning, I want you to join with me in a celebration of life. There is a widespread divide regarding the issue of abortion … people are not indifferent regarding this contested issue. Even now, bringing the very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Way Back Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Nov 18, 2024

James writes that if you feel distant from God or pride has gotten the best of you, there is always a way back.

James: Practical Faith  James 4:7-10 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  11-17–2024 Intro When I was a youth pastor in Mississippi, a girl brought her new boyfriend to youth group. She was 13 years old and he was about to be 18 years old. I made an offhand comment ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Is Transubstantiation During Communion Supported By The New Testament Or Early Church History?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 21, 2024

The Holy Communion Eucharist is at the center of Christian worship.

The Holy Communion Eucharist (Gk: ‘eucharisteo’ = give thanks), also known as the Lord’s Supper, commemorates the Last Supper Jesus shared with the Disciples before His crucifixion during their observation of the traditional seder meal served on the 15th and 16th of the month of Nisan in Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29, John 6:53-58, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational