Sermons on Father And Mother:

Living In Baal's Backyard Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015

This message focused in on Elijah at Zarephath which was literally right under the nose of the Baal worshippers. God sustained the prophet in enemy territory.

ELIJAH—A MAN OF LIKE PASSIONS 03 Living In Baal’s Backyard TEXT: 1 Kings 17:8-16 1 Kings 17:8-16 KJV And the word of the LORD came unto him, saying, [9] Arise, get thee to Zarephath, which belongeth to Zidon, and dwell there: behold, I have commanded a widow woman there to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good News: What Are We Doing Here? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 2, 2015

As we begin our study of One Life. What's It All About?, I want to answer briefly three questions: (1) Does God Exist? (2) How Can We Know for Sure That God Exists? and (3) How Can We Know God?

Scripture Today I am beginning a new seven-week series of messages. It is based on a book that is titled Christianity Explored by Rico Tice and Barry Cooper, out of England. The purpose of Christianity Explored is to introduce people to Jesus Christ. We will begin a Christianity Explored course ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Overcoming Your Wilderness Experiences

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Oct 8, 2015

We find periods in our lives where we feel if we have to overcome one more hurdle, Lord, I don’t know what I will do. I label these periods of times as ‘wilderness experiences’.

Numbers 32:12; Joshua 5:6 As we journey through this Christian walk, we will have moments of joy, moments of happiness, moments of sorrow, challenging moments, and even hard-pressing, neck-turning times. We find periods in our lives where we feel if we have to overcome one more hurdle, Lord, I ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 32:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of Grace Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 11, 2015

Grace, something we talk about and preach about, but where do we get this theology of Grace?

For most of us, sometime over the next two days we will celebrate the Feast of the Dead Bird, better known by many as Thanksgiving Dinner. And as a part of that tradition at some point before we actually begin to consume food someone will ask “Uncle Bob would you return thanks?” or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 5: We Go Flying In The Sky Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 11, 2015

Regarding the Rapture: 1. Don't invest too much in the debate. 2. Do be informed about the difference. 3. Do be inspired by the details.

The Second Coming of Christ Part 5: We Go Flying in the Sky Matthew 24:36-44; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 15, 2015 *The great evangelist D.L. Moody often looked up when he prayed. Someone once asked him why, and Mr. Moody replied, "Because Heaven ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Tender Mercy Makers Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 19, 2015

God is merciful and calls us to be as well. But what does mercy look like and how can we know when we've gotten it right?

OPEN: I once read the true story of a preacher was organizing an evangelistic outreach using small acts of kindness to demonstrate Christ's love. He phoned several neighborhood grocery stores and Laundromats for permission to do specific services. On one call, the employee who answered the phone ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 7: While We Wait For The Lord's Return Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 26, 2015

While we wait, be sure to answer these 4 questions: 1. Do I have any gifts from God (vs. 14-15)? 2. Am I gaining all I can for God’s Kingdom (vs. 16-18)? 3. What is my ultimate goal (vs. 19-23)? 4. Do I really know God (vs. 24-30)?

The Second Coming of Christ Part 7: While We Wait for the Lord's Return Matthew 25:13-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 29, 2015 *In vs. 13, Jesus tells us to "Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour in which the Son of Man is coming." Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:13-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Battle Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 17, 2017

In the end, God will have the final say about human history.

The Last Battle Text: Joel 3:1-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: Most people think the last battle of the American Civil War was at Appomattox Courthouse. The Battle of Palmito Ranch, also known as the Battle of Palmito Hill, is generally recognized as the final battle of the American Civil War. ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Solution

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 16, 2017

“These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication . . .” (Acts 1:14). It means that the apostles wanted to make this their constant and main objective, and for this to happen they must not be distracted by the cares of life, and even by....

December 17, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Title: The Solution (6.2-6) Acts 6.2-6 (KJV) 2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables. 3 Wherefore, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Found A Friend Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Mar 17, 2017

What is prayer and how do we lay hold of this gift that God has given to us?

Well… Growing up… in my family… prayer was only something we did… before we ate and before we slept. Like even though my mom has always been a crazy driver… we never prayed before driving anywhere. And even though bullies were a legit concern for me at recess, we never prayed before ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-16

Short. Simple. Honest. Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Mar 17, 2017

What is prayer and how do we lay hold of this gift that God has given to us?

Well… in the Weber household… we have four kids. And I don’t know how we have 4 kids… but we do. And we also have a minivan… Why? Because we’re cool like that. And when did this become my life? I’m not sure. But each night after my 4 yahoos… have their PJs on and their teeth brushed… we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-3, Matthew 6:7

Travels With Jesus… Bethany – With Grieving Friends Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 19, 2017

Travels with Jesus…Bethany – with grieving friends - John chapter 11 verses 17-44 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Comfort of Knowing God Cares. (2). The Comfort of Knowing God’s Presence. (3). The Comfort of Knowing God’s Promise. (4). The Comfort of Knowing That God Has a Plan. SERMON BODY: Ill: • Neil Thomas Douglas, is a photographer; • Who was travelling to Galway from Glasgow ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Brethren

Ananias Ministers To Paul Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 1, 2017

In this passage, we have the visions of the blinded Paul and the Christian Ananias which took place In Damascus. Ananias was understandably reluctant to approach this notorious persecutor, who had come to Damascus expressly to arrest Christians

March 4, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Title: Ananias Ministers to Paul (9:10-19a) Scripture 10 And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord. 11 And the Lord said unto him, Arise, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Our Money: Doing The Right Things

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 30, 2017

We all have something and this message looks at how we are supposed to treat the things we have

Well, today is the day. You ready? It’s April 30th the last day to get your taxes filed for 2016. Or maybe you’ve already filed. Maybe it depends on whether it you are getting money back or paying money out. And taxes are a touchy subject for some folks, Politicians are elected or rejected ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:20-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Birth Of A Generous Church Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 12, 2015

This message was preached at our 20th Anniversary and reflects on the birth of the Corinthian Church and Cornerstone

A Church Birthed in Generosity I’ve always been intrigued with the Corinthian Church. A church with problems, you don’t have to read very far through the letters addressed to the church to discover that they struggled with “issues”. Theological issues, moral issues, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan