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The Conversion Of Paul Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 16, 2016

Paul's encounter with the Lord brought about a radical transformation in his life. He began a walk of faith with the Lord that offered hope and assurance of eternal life. Of all the walks one takes with the Lord by faith, salvation is by far the best.

Series: Walking by Faith # 6 The Conversion of Paul Acts 9: 1-9 Over the past several weeks we have considered various accounts of those who walked by faith and received the abundance of the Lord. Our text today also reveals a walk of faith. While this encounter is much different than the previous ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Master Of The Storm Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 12, 2017

The disciples learned much about themselves and the Lord as they encountered a storm on the Sea of Galilee. Is it possible this storm was experienced for their benefit? I think so, and our storms can be opportunities for growth.

The Master of the Storm Mark 4: 35-41 Our text today reveals the end of a long day of teaching for our Lord. The evening had come, and night was soon approaching. While the disciples may have been unaware, Jesus had made the decision to journey to the other side of the Sea of Galilee that night. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Found Among Sinners Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 5, 2017

Large crowds followed Jesus, coming where He was. He could've waited on them to come to Him, but often He went out, seeking them. Jesus was often found among those society rejected. We too must be willing to go where they are, seeking to reach them.

Found among Sinners Mark 2: 13-17 Following a season of ministry around the region of Galilee, Jesus had returned to Capernaum. His return created quite a stir, as multitudes arrived at Peter’s house, hoping to see Jesus. The palsied man was miraculously healed, and Jesus made a statement that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Wicked Is Driven Away

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 13, 2014

To show that we have hope and confidence even in death, while the wicked are being thrown away.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have hope and confidence even in death? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we have hope and confidence even in death, while the wicked are being thrown away. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 14:32 (Amplified Bible) 14:32 The wicked is overthrown through his ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Greatest Freedom Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 25, 2021

Man is in a greater bondage than that which man can make. He is in bondage to sin, Satan, and his own fallen nature. What can set him free from these tyrants is the greatest freedom.

The battle for freedom of some kind is being fought around the world. Here in our own land there are constant battles for freedom of religion. Minorities all over the world are fighting for freedom. Years ago Heine said, "Freedom is the new religion; the religion of our time." The ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

The Purpose Of Church Discipline: An Exposition Of Matthew 18:15-20

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 28, 2020

There is much need for discipline in the Church.

The Purpose of Church Discipline: an Exposition of Matthew 18:15-20 When one looks at the word “discipline” we see the word “discipline.” To be a disciple is to submit one’s self to the discipline of the master. In the church, the Master is Jesus Christ who is mater also of heaven and earth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20, 1 Corinthians 5:4-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Friends With One Another

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Dec 28, 2024

We need people who are friendly, but even more, we need true friends.

John 15:12-14: “Be True Friends to One Another” “My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command.” Last year, a young woman from our area in California moved to Texas. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-14, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Delayed On A Parched Road

Contributed by Douglas Kinney on Jul 27, 2004

Like Terah, we too, can find ourselves Delayed on a Parched Road and die there if we are not careful.

Delayed on a Parched Road Introduction: There is nothing more frustrating than setting out on a trip and having car trouble. After all, the objective of any trip, is to get from point A to point B. But Murphy’s Law seems to come into play. “Whatever can go wrong, will go wrong, at the worst ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narnia: What If There Were No Christmas? Series

Contributed by Jeff Michael on Oct 18, 2005

A simple gospel sermon exploring the implications of "always winter-never Christmas."

“What If Christmas Never Came?” Intro: (play DVD “It’s A Wonderful Life”- where the angel shows George Bailey what it would be like if he had never been born.) “It’s A Wonderful Life” has stirred hearts since it’s debut in 1946. Year after year people watch as George Bailey is allowed to witness ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Secret Of Success

Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Mar 7, 2006

The Apostle Paul indicated there was ONE thing that helped insure his success in Christ!

The Secret of Success Phil. 3:12-14 Intro – People love hearing a secret don’t they? Many of the books on the best seller list are those that have to do with supposedly “Secret” methods on everything from weight loss to wealth beyond your wildest dreams! I am sure that many of you remember the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rapture, Part 2. Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 19, 2003

The rapture in prophecy, what does it meen to us.

The Rapture, A comming event., Part 2 of 3 parts. So far we see in looking back, the church could not have been raptured, because just these few things, required for the rapture have not taken place yet. We are thou, close, because the birth pains that Jesus spoke of, have allready started.The ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ: Once For All Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 9, 2003

There aren’t many things on this earth that we do “Once, for all.” In our text, the Hebrew writer examines a job that Christ accomplished “Once, for All.” And this was the most important job task ever completed.

INTRODUCTION Names like Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods roll from the lips of those who talk about golf’s premier event, the Masters. One name that will probably never surface in a conversation about golfing legends is Doug Ford. Few people would have any idea that Ford won the 1957 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What A Difference A Day Makes!

Contributed by Jack Warford on Mar 30, 2001

Our status will change many times over the years; one day it will be this and the next day it will be that; are we prepared for the final change?

What a difference a day makes! Our status will change many times over the years; one day it will be this and the next it will be that; are we prepared for the final change? We know what some of those changes will be: Going to school-Graduation, Single-Married, Husband/Wife-Father/Mother, No ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Look To Jesus

Contributed by James Bryant on Apr 30, 2001

Where are you looking? If you keep your eyes on the road you can stay out of the ditch.

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Scripture: Mark 5:6

Denomination: Baptist

Nailed To The Cross

Contributed by Jim Kane on Dec 3, 2008

Communion Meditation for October 5, 2008

(Slide 1) Our main text for this morning is found in John’s gospel, chapter 19 and beginning with verse 18 we read: (Slide 2) There they crucified him. There were two others crucified with him, one on either side, with Jesus between them. And Pilate posted a sign over him that read, “Jesus of ...read more

Scripture: John 19:18-22

Denomination: Church Of God