Sermons on Final Separation:

Relationships 101 - Dating, Is It Biblical

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Feb 26, 2014

In our day, dating arrangements are made entirely by young people apart from their parent’s involvement. The date is planned by young people with an expectation of physical intimacy. Furthermore, there is no commitment beyond the next date.

Relationships 101 – Dating, Is it Biblical? December 1, 2013 Chuck Brooks, Pastor-Teacher, GraceWay Church Today we are going to be talking about dating. The Scripture teaches the purposes of God for companionship and procreation are accomplished in marriage. But it also teaches ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sin - Whose Fault Is It? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 6, 2014

Whose fault was it that Adam and Eve sinned in the Garden? Was it all THEIR fault? Did Satan influence Eve's choice? Was God at fault for their failure?

OPEN: One of the most popular Christian Hymns of all time was written in the 1700’s by a man named John Newton. Does anybody know the name of that hymn? (Amazing Grace) It’s such a popular hymn that it has been sung by numerous singers down through the years including such artists as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Undeserved Credit Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 14, 2014

A study of Proverbs 4 verses 1 through 19

Proverbs 4: 1 – 19 Undeserved Credit 1 Hear, my children, the instruction of a father, and give attention to know understanding; 2 For I give you good doctrine: Do not forsake my law. 3 When I was my father’s son, tender and the only one in the sight of my mother, 4 He also taught me, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-19

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Facing Your Fears Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 7, 2013

Face your fears with faith. Trust God who knows the future, because He controls the future to refine and purify His own.

In 1973, Producers hired a young director to make a movie based on Peter Benchley's novel about shark attacks called Jaws. That movie launched Steven Spielberg’s career at the age of 26 with its scary special effects. In fact, the movie was so scary that even to this day millions of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:2-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Song Of Zechariah

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 26, 2013

The song of Zechariah reveals that saying “yes” to God’s pursuit, promises and purposes brings God’s peace

In 1963 Andy Williams released his first Christmas album which contained a song that has become one of the top ten holiday songs of all time – “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”. So it’s not surprising that the song has been recorded by nearly 20 other artists ranging ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79

Denomination: Baptist

Sometimes They Come Back

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2013

The cable channel AMC airs the most popular show among the highly sought after demographic of the 18-49 age bracket. The show is “The Walking Dead.” However, the dead coming back to life is mentioned several times in the pages of Scripture. (Reality)

The Walking Dead Series “Sometimes They Come Back” (1 of 4) October 6, 2013 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A The cable channel AMC airs the most popular show among the highly sought after demographic of the 18-49 age bracket. The show is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

God Is There Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

A reminder that the basic truth of God's existence is the foundation of our worldview

Mark Scott told the story of a student in Bible College who was running late for his 7AM class. The class had started and was in the middle of morning prayer when he stumbled in, panting, arm loaded with books. The prayer just continued. As he attempted to sit down, his books all dropped out all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Path To Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

By looking at David's repentance and forgiveness, we'll understand how we receive forgiveness, what it looks and feels like, and conclude that it is always the best option

The movie is based on the true story of Apollo 13. Jim Lovell has just watched on TV as Neil Armstrong becomes the first man to set foot on the moon. He’s outside, gazing up at the moon. He holds up his thumb, pondering the moon in the evening sky like an artist envisioning his painting. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"I Am Saved" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 4, 2014

Come and claim the identity of saved in Christ, but we can’t trifle with a very serious, loving, and severe God. Saved children of God are known by their fruit.

“I Am Saved” (Eph 2:1-10) True or false, is this is a verse from the bible, “God helps those who help themselves”. False, in fact the bible says the exact opposite, God helps the helpless. And according to our passage in Ephesians today we are all helpless and hopeless ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Anger Makeover Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 12, 2014

In this sermon, we explore anger myths, anger truths, and anger management.

Introduction: A. If I were to ask you, of all the human emotions you are capable of experiencing, which one seems to be the most difficult for you to cope with, my guess is that many of us would report that anger is the one that gives us the most trouble. 1. Anger is such a complex and challenging ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stubbornness: A Virtue, And A Vice (Exodus 7:8-24) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 22, 2021

Being stubborn can be a good or bad thing, depending on: (1) if you're right, and (2) if you are stubborn in the right way, with love, and gentleness.

Let's start today by simply rereading Exodus 7:1-7: (7:1) And Yahweh said to Moses, "Look! I have made you God to Pharaoh, while Aaron your brother shall be your prophet. (2) You shall speak all that I command you, while Aaron your brother shall speak to Pharaoh, and he will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:8-24

When God Brings The Hail (Exodus 9:13-35) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 2, 2022

(1) Maybe the best way to appreciate how "big" God is, is to go outside. (2) Maybe not all the Egyptians are forever, hopelessly, stubborn.

Before we start reading our passage this morning, think about the worst storms you've ever been in. Try to remember the biggest rain storms, and the thunder, and the hail, and the blizzards. When I do this, I tend to think about four stories, two of which I'll share. One day, when I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:13-35

The Upper Class Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

It is hard for modern American Christians to get their minds open to the mind of Christ on this issue because it goes against the grain of our culture. The New Testament, however, is loaded with teachings about being servants.

When soldiers for the 6th Massachusetts Militia were attacked, and many were wounded at the start of the Civil War, they were brought to Washington, D. C. Clara Barton had been a teacher in Massachusetts, and she recognized some of the wounded soldiers as her former students. She went to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-30

A Focus On Food Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 28, 2021

Jesus is the only person in the Bible who is so thankful for food that it becomes a prominent part of His life's story. Here in the record of His feeding of the 4000 Jesus is recorded as giving thanks 2 times in two verses.

Many years ago when Rudyard Kipling was a popular writer it was reported that he was getting 10 shillings for every word he wrote. Some students at Oxford University, who were not impressed with Kipling, sent him 10 shillings with a request that he send them one of his very best words. He cabled ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10

The Burial Of His Body Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

So hasty was the burial that the women who stood at a distant watching were not satisfied it had been done right, and so they got more spices and prepared to go back after the Sabbath to give Jesus a completely suitable burial.

Doctor Martin von Butchell was a London dentist who lost his wife in 1775, and was reluctant to part with her. There was no law against it, so he had her embalmed, and kept her in a glass case in his home. He introduced visitors to her as my dear departed. Word spread of this spectacle, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11