Sermons on Family Friendly:

God’s Incredible Plan Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

God is interested in making a whole family of people like Jesus. That is our destiny our destination and God has already predetermined to make us that way. So that’s God’s purpose. He chose us and then he changes us.

INTRODUCTION Last Sunday as we were reading Romans, 8:28, I told you it was like the spiritual Mount Everest. It is the pinnacle of biblical revelation to me. We’re going to stay on the top for a little bit today and admire the view from this great pinnacle of biblical truth. If you happen ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Does Living The Life Of Faith Matter? Series

Contributed by Todd Brock on Nov 13, 2008

Living a life of faith really does matter. It matters to our family. I believe how we live has eternal significance! God would not have written down so many instructions for us to live a life of faith if it really didn’t matter!

Introduction: Where have we been so far? April 13, Hebrews 10:19-22 – We found that our ability and the drive to live faithfully was provided by the cross of Jesus. Through the sacrifice of Jesus and his place as our High Priest we have been called to be children of God and therefore are called ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Grants Gratefulness

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 18, 2008

Ephesians is a letter from Paul that tells about all we have as part of the Family of God. In it seven times he talks about our walk. As God’s children our life should be charactirized by a walk of gratefullness/thanksgiving. Grace is what grants a gra

Intro: Ephesians is a wonderful letter written by Paul that talks about us being part of the family of God. One of the main themes of the letter is the Lordship or headship of Christ. The only way the body will ever be truly united in missions, evangelism, praise, and thanksgiving is to be under ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pray A Perfect Prayer

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 20, 2011

There are only 66 words in the Lord’s Prayer, but it can teach us how to pray a perfect prayer. 1. Focus on your Father. 2. Focus on your family. 3. Focus on your faith. 4. Focus on your forgiveness. 5. Focus on your future.

How to Pray a Perfect Prayer Matthew 6:9-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - February 24, 2008 (Revised March 6, 2021 to correct my error about this being the same prayer as the Lord's Prayer in Luke 11:1-4) BACKGROUND: *Do you ever wish you could learn how to pray better? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing To Have God As Your Guard Series

Contributed by Dr. Nicholas M. Muteti on Jun 23, 2011

Twenty seven years ago, I travelled to a new Church to preach in Kenya . Every time on my way to this church which was in the Maasai jungle in the middle of nowhere, I prayed that God will protect my family when I was gone, and God was faithful to do so.

THE BLESSING TO HAVE GOD AS YOUR GUARD: Part 2 PSALM 121 Illustration, Personal- Twenty seven years ago, I travelled to a new Church to preach in Kenya . Every time on my way to this church which was in the Maasai jungle in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Living Stones Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 19, 2011

If we want to influence our friends and family members to follow Jesus, then we must KNOW who we are and BE who we are in Christ. We are God's holy temple and God's special people, designed to be living displays of His greatness, so let's live that way.

Howard Hendricks, one of my professors at Dallas Theological Seminary, sometimes talked about his days when he was a student at the same seminary. In one of those stories, he tells about the time he was invited to preach in west Texas. “You’ve all heard of Nowhere? Well,” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Spiritual Stages Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 11, 2012

Three groups of persons within the family of faith are addressed. What is said of each group doesn’t appear to be age related. These groups may represent different levels of Christian maturity within the community. We could call them three stages of spir

1 JOHN 2: 12-14 [LIFE, LIGHT & LOVE SERIES] SPIRITUAL STAGES [Ephesians 6:10-20] In the introduction or prologue John indicated that the general purpose of his letter was to help believers mature into Christ-likeness. Having laid down the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Bread, Water And Rest

Contributed by Steve Anderson on Dec 18, 2014

Funeral sermon for a 16-year old who took his life by suicide at 3 AM by gunshot. It is based on what God provided Elijah when he wanted to die. Its intent is to offer the equivalent of bread, water and rest to the grieving, especially peers and family.

Background (1 Kings 18): 450 idol prophets; 2 altars, 1 fire; Elijah stood up to 450 prophets of Baal but ran for his life when one woman threatened him (1 Kings 19:3-8). Elijah wanted to die, he had poured out his life for God and felt it had no impact. He was tired and in despair, depressed. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Your Weapons Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 17, 2017

Too many churches are caught up in conflict because they've forgotten who is truly the enemy. How do we prevent conflict from ruling the church? Choose the correct weapons! Check out these thoughts from Scott Jewell, our Family Minister.

Thom Rainer of Lifeway Christian Resources wrote a blog article in which he compiled a list of 25 odd church arguments. I narrowed it down to 10, including a couple I’ve heard previously. (I’ve included a brief describer with color commentary for each). 1. color of roof shingles- sit under their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Church Must Address Abortion Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 19, 2015

As a church we must address abortion, 3 things today (material adapted from Andreas Kostenberger's book, God Marriage, and Family, pgs. 130- 133; outline adapted from an article by Frederica Mathewes- Green entitled "Wanted: A New Pro Life Strategy"

HoHum: On a bright, beautiful day, full of promise, Mavis laid an egg. This was not an extraordinary event since Mavis was a chicken, but Mavis was not pleased. "An egg? An egg? What do I want with an egg?" said Mavis to herself. "An egg is just not in my plans. I’ll have to get rid of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

But I Say To You...

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Feb 14, 2011

1. Jesus reinterprets the law and makes it a more difficult way (not less). 2. Jesus’ way had to wait until the human family was able to hear it and follow it. 3. We cannot live the way Jesus taught us without each other.

• Peter Kreeft, professor of philosophy at Boston College, tells this story from his childhood: “I remember to this day exactly where I was when it hit me: riding north on Haledon Avenue between Sixth and Seventh Streets in Paterson, New Jersey after Sunday morning church with my parents. Isn’t it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Methodist

Evidence Of Faith - The Story Of Ruth Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 19, 2011

The Old Testament book of Ruth is a short story about love, but even more importantly, a story of incredible faith. The evidence of her faith was found in stepping out into the unknown while trusting God when she left both her culture and her family behi

The Old Testament book of Ruth is a short story about love, but even more importantly, a story of incredible faith. The evidence of her faith was found in stepping out into the unknown while trusting God when she left both her culture and her family behind. It is an incredible story. This took ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Christian Church

"We Minister And Belong To One Another”

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 17, 2021

The Church is the family of God. Each member ministers to one another and belongs to one another. But, if members overestimate themselves, they would damage the church and church ministry rather than edify. God called us as church to practice the love of God among ourselves and to the world.

“We minister and belong to one another” (Romans 12:1-10) I appeal to you therefore, brothers,[a] by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.[b] 2 Do not be conformed to this world,[c] but be transformed by the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7, Exodus 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On The Promises Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 30, 2022

In 2 Samuel 5-7 David stands on God’s promise to him. It is God’s covenant to David. The promise is that his decedents will reign on the throne of Israel forever. Yet this promise goes beyond David and his family and the King of Israel. It is the promise of the coming Messiah.

When God makes you a promise you can stand on that promise The Hymn says it well: Standing on the promises that cannot fail, When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail, By the living Word of God, I shall prevail, Standing on the promises of God. That hymn has brought great comfort to many ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Treasure Of Scripture Over The Experience Of People: A Warning

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 22, 2021

When the rich man in hell begged for Lazarus to be sent back to warn his family about avoiding his fate, Abraham reminded him that they had the Scriptures. Nothing else has ever been used of the LORD other than His Word to convict the sinner.

Whenever a real man of God stands behind the pulpit and preaches the Word of God (2 Timothy 4:1-5), he is to hold nothing back and never compromise the Scriptures for the sake of feeling, alleged offense, or cultural beliefs. No preacher worth his sacred calling should ever water down the power ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:27-31, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Acts 7:54-60, Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist