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  • Remember Your Miranda Rights

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 1, 2023
     | 2,194 views

    This message is about what the Bible says about how our words can get us into trouble. If we can learn to control our tongues then we will decrease the things our adversary can use against us. Remember, "everything we say can and will be used against us."

    Remember Your Miranda Rights Scripture: James 3:2, 5-6; Ephesians 6:11-12; Proverbs 21:23; 18:21 In the third chapter of the book of James we find the following words in verses two, five and six: “(2) For we all stumble in many things. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, ...read more

  • Christmas According To Matthew 2023 Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 4, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,372 views

    Matthew tells the story of the Messiah's birth

    Immanuel - God with Us Matthew 1:18-25 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-03-2023 Losing Baby Jesus Churches that have a nativity have been finding that it is hard to keep up with baby Jesus. It has been given an official name, “Baby Jesus Theft.” In 2012, a church in ...read more

  • Be Wise About Justice Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 15, 2024
     | 1,254 views

    There is no doubt that God cares about justice for all people and it comes from His character. Because God cares about justice, especially for the powerless and the voice-less, so should God's people.

    A. The story is told about a police officer in a small town who stopped a driver who was speeding down Main Street. 1. “But officer,” the man said, “I can explain.” 2. “Just be quiet!!!” snapped the officer. “Or I'm going to let you cool off in jail until the chief gets back.” 3. “But ...read more

  • Obadiah 1:1-14 Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Feb 5, 2024
     | 2,271 views

    God gives a judgment on Edom through Obadiah and makes it clear - don't mess with my children!

    Postcards: Obadiah (Part 1) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 02- 04-2024 Obadiah? If you have read the book of Obadiah, you get a million points. If you have heard a sermon on the book of Obadiah, you get ten million points! Obadiah is the shortest book (only 291 words) in ...read more

  • All Have Sinned Series

    Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Mar 15, 2024
     | 858 views

    Whether Jew or Gentile, everyone comes under the category of "sinner."

    3:9 “What then? Are we better than they?” Therefore, what? I’ve just shown you that, in spite of their sin, God chose Israel and gave them a very specific advantage, namely the words of God Himself! What have I proved? That we are better? Please note that the words for “than they” are not in the ...read more

  • Starting Again Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 27, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,651 views

    First sermon from series in Nehemiah. It examines how God works to rebuild people's lives. Suitable for New Years.

    Nehemiah 1 New Years We got to spend a few days with Sarah and Drew the week after Christmas, visiting in Colorado. We spent some time resting, but we also spent some time sightseeing, driving through the snow-covered mountains and seeing a winter wonderland. As we were discussing their ...read more

  • Let's Get Real Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 18, 2022
     | 2,903 views

    I can’t fake it and make it with God.

    ENGAGE A cowboy walked into a Texas bar, ordered three bottles of beer, and sat in the back room, drinking a sip out of each one in turn. When he finished them, he came back to the bar and ordered three more. The bartender told the cowboy, "You know, a bottle goes flat after I open it. It ...read more

  • Rigtheous Faith Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 11, 2022
     | 1,628 views

    Do you trust that God will make ALL things right if you surrender to His will? Do you have “righteous faith” … a faith based on your trust in a “righteous” God? Good!

    [This is part of a series on Reinhold Niebuhr's prayer "The Serenity Prayer" (long or full version). This sermon is based on the line, "trusting that He will make all things right if I surrender to His will."] Abram and Lot stood on the ridge and looked out over the ...read more

  • Sweet Temptation Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 23, 2022
     | 2,058 views

    Ah ... free will. The ability to choose/decide for ourselves what is right and good and what isn't. However, as Solomon points out, we also got 'temptation' along with it and he beautifully illustrates the tension of temptation in Proverbs 9 between Lady Wisdom and Lady Folly.

    Ah … it’s a familiar story. Eve is strolling through the beautiful Garden of Eden when she is surprised by a talking snake. “Hey, how ya doing?” “Fine.” “What ya doin?” “Oh, Adam and I are just walking around … taking in the beauty of God’s creation.” “Oh, yeah? Lovely. Say, what about ...read more

  • Honor One Another Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 28, 2022
     | 3,554 views

    In this sermon, we explore what it means to honor one another and how to do it.

    Introduction: A. Welcome to our annual Friends and Family Day – if you are a visitor with us today, then please know that you are our honored guest and we are thankful and honored that you are with us. 1. On Friend and Family Day, I often break away from the sermon series I am preaching through ...read more

  • The Power Of Words - Father's Day 2023

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 17, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,883 views

    Looking at the power of words on this Father's Day.

    The Power of Words 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12 June 18, 2023 We’re taking a 1 week break from James and we’re going to talk about men. I know, if I invited some women up here, we could make this a roast about men. We could make lots of jokes . . . . but I want to share some stories, some personal and ...read more

  • Vulture Christians Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 21, 2023
     | 3,588 views

    This series is about Christian types and the traits that define them. In this message we examine Vulture Christians. This message examines the vulture and its traits that are evident in how some Christians live.

    Vulture Christians Scripture: Matthew 8:21-22; 10:33; James 2:17; Psalm 121:1-2 The title of my message this morning is “Vulture Christians.” Have you considered how often we compare people to members of the animal kingdom? At some point, most of us have compared people we know, and even ...read more

  • "getting Good Reception:" The Parable Of The Sower

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 25, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,954 views

    We’re beginning a new series entitled, “Parables to Live Life By.” For this series we’ll be looking at the parables Jesus taught in the Gospel of Luke. This week we’ll be looking at “The Parable of the Soils.” “How we receive God’s word will determine how productive it will be in our lives.”

    Parables to Live By “Getting Good Reception” Luke 8:14-15 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goQl8V_3liQ We’re beginning a new series entitled, “Parables to Live By.” For this series we’ll be looking at the parables Jesus taught as brought out in the Gospel of ...read more

  • Jesus Does All Things Well Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 24, 2023
     | 3,162 views

    In this section of the Gospel of Mark, Mark shares two stories about Jesus ministering to two Gentiles. As Jesus ministered to them in unique and marvelous ways, we see how it is true that He does all things well. We can trust that Jesus will continue to do all things well in our lives.

    Introduction: A. I’m sure you have heard of the saying, “Jack of all trades and master of none.” 1. I wasn’t familiar with this version that says: “A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.” I can see how that could be true. 2. I thought you would get a ...read more

  • Comparing The Dominant Doctrines Of Calvinism, Arminianism, Provisionism, Open Theism, Molinism And Biblicism

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 11, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,289 views

    Certain aspects of various Church doctrines have divided the church and created multiple denominations and divisions requiring great debate and careful thought to biblical interpretation.

    Today, I will present a short summation of the dominant schools of theological thought in the Church to help provide a cursory understanding of them. "Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways! For who has ...read more