Sermons on George Bernard Shaw:

God's Poets Series

Contributed by Tim George on Feb 28, 2001

James warns us that believers can be guilty of wearing the Word, talking about the Word, singing about the Word but not doing the Word. How do we become doers of the Word?

“Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves” (James 1:21-22). There once was a famous inventor who unveiled a new invention. He ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Mirror, Mirror Series

Contributed by Tim George on Mar 7, 2001

We may not always like what we see in the mirror of God’s Word but what we see there is always the truth and always the best!

“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror; for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind of man he was. But he who looks into the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:23-27, James 1:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating In The Losers Cirlce Series

Contributed by Tim George on Mar 17, 2001

James tells us the story of a rich man and a poor man who came to church one day. One appeared to be a winner – the other a loser. How should a group of losers who have been made winners by Christ treat such people?

No body likes a loser. Have you ever seen a losers circle at the racetrack? When is the last time you saw the runner-up on a box of Wheaties? People generally think little of losers. That makes it all the more hurtful to some when someone like Ted Turner is quoted as saying, “Christianity is for ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Life Or Death

Contributed by George Holt on Oct 18, 2000

INTRODUCTION Matters of "life or death" are faced often enough, emergency response teams train and practice to respond to situations in order to save lives.

INTRODUCTION Matters of "life or death" are faced often enough, emergency response teams train and practice to respond to situations in order to save lives. What we need is a training for allowing death to replace life. The story of death for life begins way back in the book of Genesis. I. Story ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-2

Believers Or Belongers? Series

Contributed by George Alves on Jan 27, 2003

Many in Canada are saying yes to God but no to the church. This sermon address why we NEED to belong. Statics presented, issues of loneliness discussed. Reasons why people avoid church share and God’s design explained. The Church, God designed, God o

FORMED FOR GOD’S FAMILY (title borrow from Rick Warren’s Purpose Driven Church and Purpose Driven Life) One day a little boy was asked by his pastor if he knew why they always served coffee after the sermon. Little boy responded, "I think I know. Is it’s to get the people awake before they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:31, Ephesians 1:5

Denomination: Brethren

Who Is Jesus? Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Feb 1, 2003

This is the first message in a series on the book of Hebrews. It focuses on the initial verses of chapter one and gives some important facts about Jesus.

Text: Hebrews 1:1-14 ETS: Jesus Christ is God’s Supreme revelation to man E S S: The believer must be totally committed to Jesus Christ because of who he is, and what he has done. O SS: The believer will make a joyful yielding of himself to the Lord Jesus Christ. PQ: Who is Jesus Christ? UW: ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Warning Against Angel Worship Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Feb 1, 2003

This is the second message in a series on the book of Hebrews. It presents the case proving Jesus is to be the object of our worship and devotion, not angels.

TEXT: Hebrews 1:4-14 ETS: Jesus is superior to the angels. ESS: Believers are to worship Jesus, not angels. OSS: Believers will gain a new understanding about the roles of Jesus and Angels. PQ: How is Jesus superior to the angels? UW: Facts TOPIC: “A Warning Against Worshipping Angels” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Covenant To Beat All Others Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 1, 2003

Sermon deals with the superiority of the new covenant verses the old covenant. Text is Hebrews 7.

Text: Hebrews 7:1-28 Title: “ A Covenant to beat all Others” Series: “Oh, What A Savior” INTRODUCTION: I. A SUPERIOR PRIESTHOOD (VS. 1-19). A. It is a Priesthood of Righteousness (v.2) 1. The High priest is righteous. (2 Ti 4:8). 2. The High Priest imparts righteousness. (Ro 3:25 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Grow! Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 1, 2003

This message is a part of a series on the book of Hebrews. It deals with some questions that demonstrate our level of spiritual maturity.

TEXT: Hebrews 5:11-14 ETS; The apostle warns the Hebrew believers that they need to grow up in Christ. ESS: Believers ought to grow to the place where they can teach others who are less mature. OSS: Believers will commit to the task of growing spiritually. PQ: How can I tell if I am mature ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

The World That Christ Entered

Contributed by George Johnston on Mar 6, 2003

This is an historical look at the conditions in Palestine when Jesus was born.

The World That Christ Entered 1. At the birth of Christ the world was united under one scepter. a. From the Euphrates to the Atlantic; from the mouths of the Rhine to the slopes of the Atlas, the Roman Emperor was the sole lord. b. There might be war on the far eastern ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Three Things Jesus Has Done For Us” Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 7, 2003

This message deals with the work of Christ for us. It is a part of my message series on the book of Hebrews.

Message Series: Oh, What A Savior! Message Title: “Three Things Jesus Has Done For Us” Text: Hebrews 2:5- 18 Introduction: TS: Note three things Christ has done for us: I. HE HAS ASSUMED HIS RIGHTFUL POSITION FOR US (VS.5-8). A. All things have been put in subjection to Christ, not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Question Without An Answer Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 7, 2003

This message deals with Hebrews 2:1-4. It is a part of my message series on the book of Hebrews.

THE QUESTION WITHOUT AN ANSWER Hebrews 2:1-4 (KJV) 1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slipa . 2 For if the word spoken by angels was stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

"The Promise Of Rest” Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 7, 2003

This message deals with the rest promised to the believer. It is a part of my message series on the book of Hebrews.

TEXT: Hebrews 4:1-11 ETS: God promises rest to the believer. ESS: The believer must choose to avail himself of the rest God has promised. OSS: Christians will yield themselves totally to the Lord Jesus Christ. PQ: How can I have rest? UW: Things TOPIC: “The Promise of Rest” SERIES: “Oh, What a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of Spiritual Giftedness Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Nov 21, 2002

Sermon discusses the Biblical basic that every believer is spiritually gifted, and the purpose of those gifts.

TEXT: Ephesians 4:7-16 ETS: The Lord has given grace gifts to every believer. ESS: Every believer is to use his God-given spiritual gifts within the body of Christ. OSS: Believers will commit to serve through the church. PQ: What does the Bible teach about spiritual gifts? UW: Statements TOPIC: The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

"What Does The Bible Teach About The Church?” Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Dec 4, 2002

Message discusses the basics about the church.

TEXT: Matthew 16:16-18 ETS: The Bible defines what a church is. ESS: Believers will understand what a church really is. OSS: Believers will commit themselves to “Be” a church. PQ: What does the Bible say about the church? UW: Points TOPIC: “What does the Bible teach about the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-18

Denomination: Baptist