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  • A Greater Purpose Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Feb 19, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,902 views

    Part of an extensive study in Philippians, we are reminded here that God has a greater purpose for our trials.

    Content in Christ: A Study in Philippians A Greater Purpose Phil. 1:12-14 Illus. Old mule fell into a ditch. “Shake it off and step up”. What do you do when the “stuff” of life piles up on you? Phil. – Content in Christ. Review (love, encouragement, prayer) Memorize? Up to this point, Paul ...read more

  • Finding Joy When Facing Persecution For Christ

    Contributed by Richard Wagner on May 9, 2008
     | 3,082 views

    It is a privilege to face trials which grow us in our sanctification. The book The Heavenly Man is used as an illustration.

    This story is a little bit convoluted but the message is important. Our son Tommy graduated 8th grade in May of 2007. One of his eighth grade teachers was Tim Bratt. Tim is a solid Christian man who lives his faith. During that year they read The Heavenly Man and discussed and reported on it in ...read more

  • Lord, Increase Our Faith? Use What You Have!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 8, 2025
     | 233 views

    Faith must never be just passive. Faith must be active. Are we using our measure of faith? The study of the eagle pushing out of the nest.

    LORD INCREASE OUR FAITH? USE WHAT YOU HAVE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) THE MAIN THING IS TO KEEP THE MAIN THING THE MAIN THING! WHAT IS FAITH? Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews ...read more

  • Hold Fast Thy Crown Series

    Contributed by Adam Deibert on May 7, 2004
    based on 106 ratings
     | 35,159 views

    The church of Smyrna shows us today how to live a victorious Christian life in the face of persecution and trial.

    It has been said that there have been more Christian martyrs in recent years than there were during the time of the Caesars. According to a study done by Regent University, in 1999, nearly 164’000 Christians worldwide were martyred for their faith, and in 2000 that number was closer to 165’000. ...read more

  • Counter-Attack!

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 13, 2005
    based on 70 ratings
     | 17,073 views

    Everything was going well for the church in the first three chapters of Acts. But the crunch comes in chapter four. How do the apostles respond? And how should we?

    Passage: Acts 4:1-22 Intro: The first days of the early church were exciting, thrilling. 1. thousands of people believing in Jesus 2. signs and wonders, healing, “favor with all the people.” 3. they were successful, experiencing explosive growth. 4. but in this chapter, things change ...read more

  • Jesus Our Wonderul Counselor Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 3, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,963 views

    We find the name WONDERFUL COUNSELOR in Isaiah 9:6 given in the context of a troubled nation that was trusting in everyone else but God. This sermon will examine the life of Judah's king Ahaz as we are encouraged to trust the Lord in our circumstances.

    Today, we begin a new sermon series for Christmas that we will call “A.K.A. JESUS.” This series title originated when I asked our pastors to think of a title for a series on the Names of the Savior. Pastor Frank, who worked in a prison for many years came up with the idea. “In ...read more

  • Four Pearls From A Proverb

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 11, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,264 views

    A message to sharing four pearls of wisdom from Proverbs 3.

    Four Pearls from a Proverb Proverbs 3:1-12 Introduction: Scholars tell us that Solomon is the probable author of most if not all of the Proverbs. The inscription in the very first verse bears his name and since he is considered to be one of the wisest men who ever lived it behooves us to pay ...read more

  • Handed Over Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Dec 25, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,041 views

    The passion of Jesus is happening precisely because Jesus is perfect and in perfect control. All this handing over is going according to script.

    Introduction We continue along the road that for Jesus has been a travesty of justice and friendship. First, Jesus, the Messiah of the Jews, is conspired against by their leaders. Judas, one of his disciples, sells his loyalty to the conspirators. The rest of the disciples abandon him at his ...read more

  • God Is For Me

    Contributed by Dr. Scott Caudill on Apr 1, 2002
    based on 114 ratings
     | 36,213 views

    How did David make it through one of the darkest valleys of his life? By knowing that God was on his side!

    GOD IS FOR ME!! Psalms 56:1-13 The 56th Psalm has somewhat of an interesting subscription to say the least. If you’ll notice just over verse #1 of this particular Psalm, we can gather that it was addressed to the chief musician. And then notice these words, “Upon Jonath-elem-rechokim,”. ...read more

  • Future Focus Motivates Present Faithfulness Pt 6 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 28, 2018
     | 1,946 views

    Part 6 in our discussion of how a future focus motivates present behavior. This message focuses on the pursuit of sanctification.

    Future Focus Present Faithfulness Series Pt 6 “Pursue Sanctification” Review A holy life is one whose direction comes from the principles and purposes of Scripture. A future focus motivates us to think about how we are living today. What does our life communicate to those around us? Does our way ...read more

  • Born For Greatness

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on May 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,959 views

    Examining the life of Joseph, and the reasons God chose him to be born for greatness. For, like Joseph, we've each been born to carry out a great mission from God

    Do you believe God predestines people for greatness? As we go through our time this morning, I’d like for you to allow that question to simmer in your mind. Now, I don’t know about you, but when I look into the chronicles of history, I can see some folks that have definitely done ...read more

  • Riding Out The Storms Of Life

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 173 ratings
     | 20,917 views

    When we rely on Christ we can go through any storm we face in life

    Riding out the Storms of Life Matthew 8:23-27 May 6, 2001 Introduction A group of golfers were approaching the fourth hole on the golf course one afternoon. Suddenly the sky turned ominous, and it began to rain amid claps of thunder. They rushed to shelter in a gazebo near a metal fence. As the ...read more

  • You Must Put Up With The Rain To See A Rainbow

    Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 25, 2009
    based on 15 ratings
     | 37,537 views

    Teaches people that, if you want to see God’s deliverence and glory, you sometimes must endure hardships and pain.

    Genesis 9:12-14 And God said, This is the token of the covenant which I make between me and you and every living creature that is with you, for perpetual generations: I do set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth. And it shall come to pass, ...read more

  • Castaway Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 8, 2018
     | 11,998 views

    The castaway theme, from Robinson Crusoe up to Tom Hanks in Cast Away, is an of enduring theme in our culture. Acts 28:1-10 is a real-life castaway story, except instead of pirates and treasure maps, it involves superstitious natives and venomous snakes.

    Castaway Acts Series Chuck Sligh July 8, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 28. INTRODUCTION Illus. – Stories of island castaways are a recurring theme for novels and movies. The idea ...read more

  • In God We Trust

    Contributed by David Quackenbush on Feb 19, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 15,285 views

    A brief look at Psalm 31 and David’s Trust in God to inspire us in times of trial and difficulty

    IN GOD WE TRUST Psalm 31 1-5; 14-17 Scripture: 1 In You, O LORD, I have taken refuge; Let me never be ashamed; In Your righteousness deliver me. 2 Incline Your ear to me, rescue me quickly; Be to me a rock of strength, A stronghold to save me. 3 For You are my ...read more