Sermons on Family Priorities:

Broken People Produce Broken Marriages Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

We cannot fix relationships until we first realize we are broken, sinful people that God loves and wants to restore. The self-obsession of broken, sinful people creates a seeks to hide our flaws and blame others for them when exposed.

OPENING SENTENCE: I had an uncle who started to have a pain in his neck that caused him to lean his head to the left side and constantly wince in pain. INTRODUCTION: Doctors could not diagnosis the problem so he lived with the pain for years. In time his neck began to permanently lean to the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Evidential Case For Marriage Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

Big Idea: The Bible and evidence overwhelming shows that the emotional, economic, physical and sexual benefits of marriage between a man and woman are essential to the well-being of any society.

OPENING SENTENCE: There is an old joke, not a very good one and one I am sure most of you have heard, but it lays the groundwork for my sermon today so I will tell it nonetheless. It goes like this: INTRODUCTION: God was once approached by a scientist who said, “Listen God, we’ve decided we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fairy Tale Marriages: The Hidden Dangers Of Romantic Love Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

Love must be more than romantic love. When romance supersedes covenant as the central bond of marriage, the stability of that relationship is subject to

OPENING SENTENCE: Over the years I have officiated or observed the marriage of quite a few people and with it have seen a significant change in the nature of the couple's wedding vows. INTRODUCTION: In years past the focus of the vow was on the promise to love, honor and cherish until death do us ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Secret Fears Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

We overcome the deepest fears that negatively impact our marriages by learning to be content in Christ alone.

OPENING SENTENCE: Sometimes when you hear someone like myself preach on an issue you wonder if we can really understand what you are dealing with in your own life. INTRODUCTION: Let’s face it, sometimes life can be hard and the admonition to trust Jesus, or let God take control, etc. can come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Addictions That Destroy Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

The Spirit of God frees a person from the addictions that destroy marriages

OPENING SENTENCE: On Facebook the other day I ran across a post that reveals the heart of a young girl toward her father. INTRODUCTION: It reads: Dear “Dad", Don’t worry, I'm fine. You were a good dad when you were clean. but you could never seem to stay that way. It seemed like even I wasn't ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

They May Not Break Bones But Words Can Still Hurt. Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 23, 2018

Taming the tongue is vital to healthy communication in marriage.

OPENING SENTENCE: I was surprised when I heard some time ago that scholar Ruth Tucker was divorcing her husband for domestic violence. INTRODUCTION: Most of you probably don’t know who Ruth Tucker is. She was a Ph.D. missions’ professor at Trinity Evangelical Seminary and is considered by many to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage Matters Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016

Biblical look at marriage, in an effort to restore its rightful place in our thinking

I want to land on my feet in life, don’t you? So, on big subjects that the world is really goofing up right now, we need solid answers. We need to be able to navigate the landing. I’m talking about Christian people being real and our faith making a difference in the way we approach ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Genesis 28

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 21, 2021

In the midst of our struggles, even the ones we bring on ourselves, God is with us.

Genesis 28 So last week we looked at a familiar story – the story of a dysfunctional family. A family full of favoritism and deception. We saw how the family was torn apart. Sadly, a Familiar Story. Intro: Today we pick up immediately following those events. Scene: Esau is furious, he has ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

We Believe In God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Beliefs fundamentally alter the shape of our lives Beliefs in and around churches go by various names such as doctrine or articles of faith. No matter the name, beliefs fundamentally alter the shape of our lives.

Series Overview Today, I begin a series of messages entitled Creed: 9 Essentials to the Christian Faith. Why Is This Series Relevant? The reason for this series is that beliefs matter. Beliefs fundamentally alter the shape of our lives Beliefs in and around churches go by various names such as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

"plucked From The River" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 12, 2021

Sermon based on Exodus 2:1-10 - Challenges hearers to stand strong against Satanic attacks on the family.

“PLUCKED FROM THE RIVER” Ex. 2:1-10 FBCF – 4/11/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Start this message w/ some questions: - How many of you struggle w/ unworthiness or feeling unqualified to do something? - How many of you wrestle w/ leadership issues? - How many of you sometimes feel overwhelmed by life’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

No Ordinary Joe: Feast Or Famine? Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jan 15, 2022

Jacob sends the brothers, with Benjamin, back to Egypt to buy grain. They are invited to a feast which provokes fear.

No Ordinary Joe Genesis 43 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 01-16-2022 A Family in Shambles In 2015, our family was in shambles. We had moved back from Florida and that spring Mother’s Day and Father’s Day went by without either of the boys calling us. We didn’t even know ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Praise God, Because Of What He's Made You In Christ (Ephesians 1:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

God has richly blessed you, in Christ, as Gentiles. If you understand and appreciate what He's given, you will praise Him.

This sermon marks the new start of a series I'm planning on Ephesians. Whenever you start a study on a new book in the Bible, it's normal to give a few introductory remarks about the book to give you kind of a big picture to work with. So the big picture of Ephesians looks something like ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

I Love My Church-Sharing Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 7, 2019

This sermon is adapted from the sermon's provided in the "I Love My Church" series developed and marketed by Outreach Ministries

I LOVE MY CHURCH SHARING Key Passage: Matthew 5:13-16 (Projected Aim: Help people see that loving the church impacts the community for the Gospel.) Has anyone here every dreamed of going somewhere for a long time, only to be disappointed in it when you finally got to go there? For years I worked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Believe The Words Jesus Speaks

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on May 6, 2020

This message describes the blessings one receive while believing God’s Word. Namely answered prayer, strengthened faith, & a mighty influence.

Believe The Words Jesus Speaks (50) 1. You Will Receive Answers To Your Prayers - You can go to Jesus in prayer (47b) . Taking your needs to Him(47b) . And specifically telling Him what you need Him to do (47c) - Keep your faith in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Don't Need God!

Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Jun 24, 2019

There are too many people today that don't understand, they truly need God! God needs to be the biggest part of our lives in whatever we may do. For ourselves, our families, our friends, our work... we need to make God a part of all these things. Put God back into your Life!

The other day I was sitting and speaking with a stranger and, as it always seems to do, the topic of God came up. I guess it’s probably because most people I know, know me. They know my beliefs; they know what I do; and they know of my passion for God. This gentleman, a little older than myself, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Colossians 3:23-24, Exodus 23:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational