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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
When does God hear our prayers?
Are there conditions required for answered prayers? Are there divine consequences of good and evil deeds? Let’s begin in Psalm 28. When we pray, do we ask God to hear our pleas? Do we waver in faith? To You, Lord, I call; My rock, do not be deaf to me, For if You are silent to me, I will become ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
Being led by the LORD, and taught by Him.
HOPE AND INSTRUCTION IN THE WAY OF GOD. Psalm 25:3-8. The Psalmist’s plea not to be 'put to shame' (cf. Psalm 25:2) was not only personal, but also concerned the whole community of those who “wait” upon the LORD (PSALM 25:3). As such, it also concerned the honour of the God in whom we ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 25:3-8
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
This sermon explores how God can use what appears to be evil or harmful for His greater purpose.
Introduction: The Story of Joseph Let us begin with the story of Joseph, the son of Jacob. Joseph was beloved by his father but hated by his brothers. Out of jealousy, they sold him into slavery, and Joseph was taken to Egypt. There, he endured many trials: he was falsely accused of a crime and ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 50:20
Denomination: Pentecostal
We believe and trust that God created all things, so why would He create evil? This sermon digs into this question and answers what evil really is.
Biblical Answers to Life’s Tough Questions: Why Did God Create Evil? Isaiah 45:7 How many of you believe that God created all things? Without Him, does anything exist? We all agree that God created everything. That leads us to the question, why did God create evil? Afterall, we know the ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 45:7
Eliezer was a good and faithful steward for his master, Abraham. We need to follow his example in being good stewards of the manifold grace of God.
Not many people know Eliezer of Damascus. He is not one of the most prominent of Bible characters. However, this man played a major role in the life of Abraham. In Genesis 15:2, Eliezer is identified as the steward of Abraham. A steward is a person that is responsible for managing the property ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11, 1 Peter 4:10
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
May God be with each one of you and the joy of the Lord fill your home and family. May this Christmas usher in peace and rest in your life!
Shepherd ! Mathew 2:6 ' But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, Are not the least among the rulers of Judah; For out of you shall come a Ruler Who will shepherd My people Israel.' " My hearty wishes to each one of you for a blessed Christmas! May God be with each one of you and the joy of ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 2:6
The story of the Good Samaritan gives us a picture of God's plan of salvation starting with Adam and ending with the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.
(I cannot claim this whole message as my own. The basics came from a book of sermons for pastors which I bought many years ago but cannot remember the name of it.) The Good Samaritan Wed. Eve. Service - April 5, 2006 I. Luke 10:25-37, NKJV: "And behold, a certain lawyer stood up and ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:25-37
Denomination: Charismatic
This sermon encourages us to find joy and strength in seeking God's guidance, surrendering to His will, and securing His strength, rather than in material possessions.
Greetings, beloved! As we gather here today, we find ourselves nestled in the comforting embrace of our collective faith, a faith that is as enduring as the ancient hills and as steadfast as the ever-flowing streams. It is a faith that calls us to seek, surrender, and secure -- to seek the ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3
Topics: Obeying, Shepherd
Why do bad things happen to good people? Suffering gets our attention and reminds us that we cannot make it without God.
Why Do Good People Suffer? Luke 13:1-9 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Today, I want to speak to you on “Why Do Good People Suffer?” I’ve preached on suffering before. In fact, one lady wrote me a note reading, “Pastor, I never knew what suffering was until I heard you preach. Now I know.” Some ...read more
Scripture: Luke 13:1-9
Lessons about forgiveness that we can learn and show to others
Good For Me, Good For You Psalm 32:1-11 Its not easy for us to admit our sins is it? Its like the guy who went into the Hallmark store and asked the clerk “Do you have a card that stops short of saying I’m sorry yet vaguely hints of some wrongdoing?” Many of us do this with God when we’re not ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11
From the life of Solomon we learn that a good start is not enough. (1 King - pt 1)
"SOLOMON, AGOOD START ISN’T ENOUGH" TEXT: 1 KINGS 1-11 INTRODUCTION Have you ever noticed in life that a good start isn’t always enough. Now there is nothing wrong with a good start mind you, but it is often not enough to get us to the finish line or the winners circle. And if you don’t ...read more
This is a look at Psalm 1. It lists six things: Things to Avoid - Things to Pursue - Things to Produce - Things to Cast-Away - Things of Warning - Things to Choose
The Good Or Not So-Good Life On the news this past week there was a report on the most expensive neighborhoods in the United States. I don’t recall all the neighborhoods it talked about so I looked it up. Here are some of them: 3. Beverly Hills – Cal. $22.8 million 2. Snowmass – Col 23.6 ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6
What part do good works play in the Christian life? We're not saved by them (thank the Lord), but is it important to do them? And what qualifies as good works anyway?
Opening Illustration: giving to charities (Salvation Army) during Christmas season Notice in this passage that everything mentioned is God’s doing, except the very last phrase. We are to be zealous of good works. Zealous (Gr. zelotes)—most eagerly desirous of a thing As we look at this survey ...read more
Scripture: Titus 2:11-14
How do you know when you’ve done enough? How good do you have to be? What standard do we measure ourselves against?
Are Good Works Good Enough? Rev. Brian Bill August 10-11, 2019 Last month in Virginia I had the opportunity to run a 10K race with our daughter Lydia on a hot and humid day. While I’ve labored through the Bix course twice I had never run an official 10K. Pip also participated, though he was ...read more
Scripture: Romans 3:9-20, Isaiah 53:6
Exposition on Romans
This letter is written to the Gentiles, but to the world. It is the clear presentation of the theology of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. So Paul lays the ground work here. Read with me Romans 1:1-17 I. Starts with JESUS vv 1-4 A. Prophesies about Him Genesis 3:15 (serpent)… He shall bruise ...read more
Scripture: Romans 1:1-17
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