Sermons on Good Story:

From A Little Village Came A Great Savior

Contributed by David Nolte on Dec 16, 2018

God often uses the small and weak to confound the big and strong

“FROM A LITTLE VILLAGE CAME A GREAT SAVIOR” MICAH 5:2 / ECCLESIASTES 9:14-15 David P. Nolte “It was in a little village, on a simple village night, when a message for the Ages, was sent in Timeless Light.” Bethlehem. Small, insignificant, despised, but noted by the prophet Micah, “But ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2, Ecclesiastes 9:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Count The Cost - Move Forward

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Dec 30, 2018

Jesus requires total commitment and singularity of focus from his followers.

Good morning everyone. Welcome to Church. I trust that you had a wonderful Christmas celebration with your families, friends, and loved ones. I also hope that you took that time to have a meaningful conversation with them about the essence of Jesus’ birth, his peace, his joy, his love, his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-31

Denomination: Foursquare

The Makings Of A Movement

Contributed by Eugene Moore on Jan 2, 2019

On this high and holy day in the christian calendar, I want to preach from the word of God, and share with you some truths about the mission of the Christ.

The more that I read and study scripture, particularly, and specifically the gospels Matthew, Mark, Luke and John; I am reminded that Jesus did not just come to do the ministry of salvation. In other words Jesus did not come down from heaven, live, and die, just to keep us out of hell. He came to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:8-14

Remember

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Jan 7, 2019

History helps to be obedient as it gives us examples of the blessing of obedience and the consequences of disobedience. History also gives us hope for the future.

There are many people who can tell you where they were and what they were doing on the morning of September 11 2001. His was one of the darkest days in American history as two planes crashed into thru World Trade Center towers and thousands of lives were lost. In the days that followed many ...read more

Choose Life

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 20, 2019

Each day we live, we face many choices. Some are minor and insignificant, while others are major with lasting consequences. Moses offered a serious admonition to Israel - choose life!

Choose Life! Deuteronomy 30: 19-20 Today is designated as Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, a day set aside on the third Sunday in January to celebrate and stand for the right to life, particularly in the unborn. Babies within the womb are the most vulnerable human beings. They have no ability to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Supportive In Grief Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jan 22, 2019

So how do we become strong in the broken places? 1. Look to God who cares for me. I can run to God in worship. God is worthy of our worship. 2. Seek to offer compassion to others 3. Continue to hope in the God of all comfort

This is us: Supportive in Grief 2 Corinthians 1:1-8 comfort: more than just soothing or sympathy, but also to strengthen, help and encouragement. So how do we become strong in the broken places? 1. Look to God who cares for me. vv.3 I can run to God in worship. v.3 God is worthy of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Glory In Resurrection Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 23, 2019

As the women made their way to the Garden Tomb, their lives were filled with uncertainty. There were more questions than answers. Their hopes and dreams were shattered, buried with Jesus three days ago. However, when they arrived at the tomb, hope was provided through the resurrection!

The Glory in Resurrection Mark 16: 1-8 It had been a difficult time for those who loved and followed Jesus. The disciples and the faithful women were aware of His death upon the cross. No doubt their minds were filled with unanswered questions – what will we do now; where do we go from here; is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Commissioned With The Gospel Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 30, 2019

Following the resurrection, Jesus left instruction for the disciples and the church - the Great Commission. This charge continues for the church, as we are responsible to reach the world with the Gospel.

Commissioned with the Gospel Mark 16: 9-20 Today we come to the concluding passage in Mark’s gospel. We have discovered lasting truth in the time we spent moving through this precious account of the life and ministry of our Lord. While it covers a span of approximately three years, the impact is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Firm In Adversity Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 2, 2019

We stand firm and do the work of God, not discouraged by ridicule, intimidation and threats, because God is with us and we are doing God's will.

Last week we saw the beautiful picture of the people of God coming together to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem – people of different skills and occupations, young and old, men and women – all having to stop their usual work and take up the work of God. • There is unity in the diversity. Never mind ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-15, Psalm 33:10-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Tells Date Of His Crucifixion Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 12, 2019

Here in this passage, Jesus predicts His death at the hand of the ones who should have been the first to accept him as Israel’s Messiah. It is incredible that these religious leaders perpetrated history’s greatest crime during Israel’s holiest festival.

JESUS TELLS DATE OF HIS CRUCIFIXION INTRODUCTION Life presents us with many opportunities; how we respond to them depends on what we love and what we look for in life. The Jewish leaders looked for the opportunity to destroy Jesus, while at the same time Jesus was anticipating the opportunity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Sin In 1 John (Part 2 Of 2) Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 12, 2019

Is it possible for a born again, regenerated Christian to live a life of continual, habitual sin? The apostle John says, absolutely, positively, NO!

Dealing with Sin in 1 John (Part 2) Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 John 1:5-7 “This is the message we have heard from Him and declare to you: God is light; in Him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with Him and yet walk in the darkness, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-10, 1 John 2:1-2, 1 John 3:4-10, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 53:6, 2 Corinthians 13:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Holy Communion: Way Better Than A Potluck Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 5, 2017

What exactly is Holy Communion? This sermon takes a look at what the Bible says.

“We’re having a potluck next week. Please plan accordingly!” What’s your reaction when you see such an announcement in the church bulletin? Are you among those who loves potlucks because you enjoy jamming your plate with two different kinds of salads, perogies nestled ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Compelled To Continue

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 5, 2017

Have you ever felt as if your efforts were in vain, and questioned if you were making a difference? We find ourselves questioning God, and tempted to abandon the work. We are not the first to feel this way. God is able to provide the strength we need.

Compelled to Continue Jeremiah 20:9 The life and ministry of Jeremiah was interesting to say the least. He is commonly known as the “Weeping Prophet,” and for good reason. His ministry spanned forty years in Judah, leading up to their captivity at the hands of the Babylonians. During his faithful ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:9

Denomination: Baptist

Sunday Night-The Wisdom Of The Cross

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Apr 4, 2017

The wise seek the foolishness of the cross. Meant to be preached Palm Sunday Night.

Sunday Night-The Wisdom of The Cross Place: BLCC Date: 4/9/17 Text: 1 Corinthians 1.18-25 CT: The wise seek the foolishness of the cross. FAS: Historian Garret Fagan summarizes how the Romans—the culture encountered by the early church—viewed the values of strength and weakness: Ideas of universal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25

Denomination: Christian Church

Holy Communion: No Reservations Allowed Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 13, 2017

God wants us to approach him with confidence that we are receiving his Son's body and blood with the bread and wine for the forgiveness of our sins.

Do you remember the restaurant scene from the movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off? The snooty manager wasn’t going to let Ferris and his friends have a table because they didn’t have a reservation. No reservation at that fancy restaurant meant no service. With the help of his friends and some fancy ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran