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  • Find The Rare Jewel Of Contentment Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Sep 20, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,286 views

    God empowers contentment for those who learn to trust in his plans.

    Scripture Introduction Once upon a time, a great king suffered terribly from a painful ailment. His astrologer told him that the only cure was to find a contented man, get his shirt, and wear it night and day. Messengers speedily traveled the whole of the king’s realm, searching for such a ...read more

  • The Power Of His Name (3) Series

    Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Sep 21, 2010
    based on 47 ratings
     | 10,179 views

    The 3rd Commandment is broken out in the open. Swearers want people to hear what they say. It’s intended by the profaner that you would hear those words. When a person commits adultery they try to hide it. When they lust, or when they kill, or whatever th

    ILL. A New York City businessman, moved to the country because of this bad economy. He went to the local feed and livestock store and talked to the owner about how he was going to take up chicken farming. He then asked to buy 100 chicks."That’s a lot of chicks," commented the proprietor. "I mean ...read more

  • The Cross Satisfies God Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 25, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,302 views

    The original idea of propitiation came from the pagans.The Christian meaning is much richer as we shall see today. Before we explore what Christian propitiation looks like we have to understand why God needs to be satisfied.

    Isaiah 53:7-11 Purpose: To explain why God's wrath must be assuaged before forgiveness is possible. Aim: I want the listener to glory in what Christ did to absorb God's wrath against our sin. INTRODUCTION: I won't ask for a raise of hands, but men have any of you ever forgotten your anniversary ...read more

  • Dwelling Together With God

    Contributed by David Cook on Feb 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,148 views

    God wants to be with His people

    Introduction : “Now on the second day the heads of the fathers’ houses of all the people, with the priests and Levites, were gathered to Ezra the scribe, in order to understand the words of the Law. And they found written in the Law, which the LORD had commanded by Moses, that the ...read more

  • The Joy And Grief Of Leadership

    Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Feb 5, 2010
    based on 40 ratings
     | 23,360 views

    The lesson is aboout the dynamic relationship between leaders and followers.

    THE JOY AND GRIEF OF LEADERSHIP Hebrews 13:17 By Dr. Cleavon Matthews Sr. November 15, 2009 INTRODUCTION Leading and following are eternally etched into the fabric of human relationships. In countless ways, we are participants in this interconnected dynamic. No group or organization of people can ...read more

  • Trading Places Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 22, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,095 views

    This life gives us a temporary opportunity to trade our old life for a new one in Christ - all because He traded places with us by dying on the cross.

    Trading Places James 1:9-11 9 The brother in humble circumstances ought to take pride in his high position. 10 But the one who is rich should take pride in his low position, because he will pass away like a wild flower. 11 For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its blossom ...read more

  • When A Person Turns Away From God Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 31, 2010
    based on 30 ratings
     | 17,658 views

    What happens when a person turns away from God? Paul tells us what the Galatians lost or became by turning away from God to idol worship. 1- They became enslaved and lost their freedom 2- They became joyless and lost their exuberance

    INTRO.- 8Formerly, when you did not know God. Was there ever a time in your life that you didn’t know God? ILL.- I love the cute story about the little boy whose mother just gave birth to his baby brother. While the baby was sleeping in his crib, big brother looks into the crib at his baby ...read more

  • Justification By Faith Alone Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Jun 2, 2010
     | 6,282 views

    Since that time of Cain and Abel there has been two distinct lines of works and faith in man’s religious life. Whosoever follows the way of man (like Cain), whatever it is, follows Satan’s lie. The person who follows God’s way follows the way of Abel, t

    Justification by Faith Alone Galatians 2:11-21 Introduction Guilt is a universal plague of sinful mankind. Every person feels guilty. Consequently every person tries in some way to alleviate their guilt. Primitive tribesmen sought to ease their guilt by appeasing the imagined gods who were ...read more

  • Plain Word Or Pure Power!

    Contributed by Darrell Vaughn on Jun 4, 2010
    based on 109 ratings
     | 16,154 views

    A powerful sermon that challenges believers of all ages that there is much more to God than just word only!

    “Father, I am your servant, willing and desiring to be used to bless your people.” A preacher I know and love has said many times, “That was a POWERFUL SERVICE; I preached!” •• He said it in humility, but he spoke much truth as well. The job of the church is not ...read more

  • What The Country Needs Now

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 4, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,781 views

    God is to be trusted to bless our nation, even when there are problems in the world.

    Scripture Introduction It might seem that nothing could be less relevant than a chapter from an ancient book, describing a transition in political power of a nation half the world away, which occurred over 3000 years ago! But the events of that day and time include: • Corrupt politicians taking ...read more

  • Peter: The Power Of Peer Pressure

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 5, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,785 views

    Calverton Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD, 1983: Our denials, like Peter's, reflect our confusing loudness with loyalty and our seeing ourselves as victims rather than victors. But Christ is able to look at us, evoke repentance, and turn us around.

    The fire crackled in the crisp air, casting shadows on the walls not five yards away. It looked inviting, this bonfire, for not only was the night air chilly, but also this whole episode had been so draining, so terrifying, that the body cried out for comfort, for something, anything, that would ...read more

  • Obey Quickly And Cheerfully Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 27, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,371 views

    God works cheerful obedience into his people.

    Scripture Introduction Our text reminds me of the four-year old standing in his high chair during dinner one evening, much to his parents’ chagrin. They tried the usual antics to make him sit: begging, reasoning about the dangers of standing in a chair, fussing, and eventually threatening ...read more

  • After The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 12, 2011
    based on 34 ratings
     | 37,489 views

    Our text reveals how some may respond to the resurrection. 1- Some consider but do not believe 2- Some agonize but find no joy 3- Some see but don’t they see

    INTRO.- ILL.- It was following the resurrection and disciples were still somewhat scattered about Jerusalem and the surrounding villages. John finds Peter and runs up to him. Excitedly he says, "Peter, Peter! I’ve got some good news and some bad news." Peter takes ahold of John and calms him ...read more

  • Look At This! Your King Is Coming To You!

    Contributed by Doane Brubaker on Apr 25, 2011
     | 6,371 views

    A Palm Sunday sermon; the five short stories in Luke 19 teach us how to properly welcome our King.

    Look at This! Your King is Coming to You! Luke 19:1-48 Sometimes children, teens and adults like to make fun of others. Was there something about you that other kids made fun of? [my broken tooth] Sometimes the teasing crosses the line into bullying. Were you bullied? Did you befriend someone ...read more

  • Rising Above Petty Rivalry Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 7, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,908 views

    God prepares us for conflict so we will rejoice in the gospel rather than resent petty rivalry.

    Scripture Introduction Nostalgia means “sentimental reflection,” mixed feelings of happiness, sadness, and longing when recalling the past. Nostalgia can create more than warm feelings, however; it can determine our expectations. Probably all of us have either thought it ourselves, or heard others ...read more