Sermons on Genealogies:

Empowered By Faith Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Feb 21, 2012

True faith goes beyond believe in God existence to believing that God can do what He said He would do. If we really have faith we will be willing to take risks and depend on Him.

We’re going to be starting our series on “Discovering the Heart of God” today. For the next few weeks both in the sermons and then also in several community groups we’re going to be talking about things that come from the heart of God. It’s not just that God loves ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-10, Hebrews 11:32, Daniel 6:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 2, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark 9: 2 – 13

Mark 9: 2 – 13 Revelation Mark 9:2-13, “2 Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John, and led them up on a high mountain apart by themselves; and He was transfigured before them. 3 His clothes became shining, exceedingly white, like snow, such as no launderer on earth can ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Can We Know When Jesus Will Return? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

While there is no way to name a specific date, Jesus gave three clues as the general time when we should be looking for his return.

INTRODUCTION A little boy came home from his first day in school. His mother met him and asked, “What did you learn today?” He replied, “Not enough, I guess. They want me to come back tomorrow.” In this message I hope you will learn the lesson something about the Second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-35

Denomination: Baptist

Managing The Mouthy

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 29, 2010

Paul warned Titus of his need to subdue the threat of insubordinate teachers. The church must subdue the threat of insubordinate teaching. How /Where is it subdued? Managing the Mouthy demands...

MANAGING the MOUTHY—Titus 1:10-16 Attention: The churches of Crete were saved but were lacking the finesse necessary to accomplishing their mission. They were not yet organized for ministry. A pastor by the name of Titus, was charged with the fortunate task, of straightening out those aspects of ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

God To The Rescue Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 9, 2010

The war of Gog and Magog demonstrates God's sovereignty, which is the only true source of security.

In just a few moments, we’ll be looking at Ezekiel 38, so go ahead and turn to that chapter in your Bibles. But before we look at that passage, I’d like us to pause for a moment and remind ourselves of how this passage fits into the overall scope of this current sermon series. Since we ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Ezra An Introduction To The Book

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 25, 2010

Introducting the book of Ezra

BOOK OF EZRA I. The Author of the Book. EZRA (Aramaic or Chaldee, ‏עֶזְרָא‎, ʿezrāʾ, "help"; a hypocoristicon, or shortened form of Azariah, "Yahweh has helped." The Hebrew spells the name ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

One Baby With Many Names Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 27, 2004

This morning we’re going to zero in on four names, given to Jesus, 700 years before He was even born!

Do you know what an aptronym is? It’s a compound word consisting of the adjective “apt” meaning aptitude and the Greek word for “name.” An aptronym is when someone’s name and occupation line up perfectly, when what they’re called describes what they do. Here are some examples: * Dr. Bowser ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Hanging In There Through Mistakes Series

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 18, 2007

Five areas of mistakes that we commonly make and the answer for how to deal with them according to Psalm 31.

Hanging in There Through Mistakes apr1998p Psalm 31 One of the strangest phenomena of our time is that of the bumper sticker. It tells you so much about so many different people. It communicates a message. I have been a little wary of Christians who wear their mottos or their slogans or their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Declaring Your Citizenship

Contributed by Tommy Davis on Jan 11, 2007

This sermon reminds the believer that we are not citizens of this world, but citizens of a home being prepared by Christ.

Subject: Declaring Your Citizenship Text: Acts 22:22-30 (NKJV) 22 And they listened to him until this word, and then they raised their voices and said, "Away with such a fellow from the earth, for he is not fit to live!" 23Then, as they cried out and tore off their clothes and threw dust into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Five Characteristics Of Obedience

Contributed by Rick George on Apr 17, 2008

As Ruth stepped out of her comfort zone in obedience to God, we are also called to do just the same.

I hope you enjoyed this comical look at living in the comfort zone. Today we will be looking at how one amazing woman of God did just the opposite – she stepped outside of her comfort zone to trust and obey God no matter where His path led. Let’s pray. If you have your Bible please turn to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Knows You

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Nov 25, 2013

God knows everything there is to know about us and He is interested in everything we do

God Knows You Intro Does God known you and I personally? • There are approximately just over 7 billion (The U.S. census bureau estimates the world population passed 7 billion on March 12, 2012)people on this planet and how can we be assured that He thinks of us or even knows us personally? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cain And Abel Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 29, 2017

Cain and Abel establish a Biblical cycle that goes back and forth between promise and hope and disobedience and despair.

ENGAGE It’s one of those things that when it’s right, you don’t even notice it. And yet it is still one of the most important aspects of a joyful, fulfilling life. It’s undoubtedly important in music. When everyone on the worship team plays and sings right along with it, the music sounds great. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Noah Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 29, 2017

When life is at its worst God is at His best

ENGAGE Contrary to what some teach, Jesus never promised us that if we would follow Him we would have an easy life. So as we gather here this morning, it’s pretty likely that all of us are experiencing some kind of difficulties or trials in our lives – obviously some much more severe than others. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unqualified Leader Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 20, 2017

If you want to be a positive influence on others, don't compromise with the world, take care of your family, be consistent in the way you live your life, but most of all, count on God's grace.

Peter Falk (1927-2011), who died just a few years ago, will always be remembered for the role he played as an eccentric, sloppy detective in the TV series called “Columbo.” More often than not, he played dumb, but that put his subjects off guard, and he was always able to solve his cases as a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Naomi Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 14, 2018

God is constantly weaving my story into His story

ENGAGE When Mary and I went to Maui this summer, we spent a lot of time at this beach at Kapalua Bay [show picture]. As you can see, this is a beautiful beach on a nice calm bay. But if all we had done was to sit on the beach and enjoy the view, as great as it is, we would have missed out on the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:13-22

Denomination: Baptist