Sermons on Groves:

Joshua's Resolution

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jan 2, 2016

As Joshua comes to the end of his life and ministry, He has one last resolution to share with us and the Hebrew people.

JOSHUA'S RESOLUTION Joshua 24:1-15 (NLT) Intro. A boy told his father, "Dad, if three frogs were sitting on a limb that hung over a pool, and one frog decided to jump off into the pool, how many frogs would be left on the limb?" The dad replied, "Two." "No," the son replied. "There’s ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Doing The Impossible

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 4, 2015

When Sarah laughs and scoffs at the Lord when He promises her a son, she is asked, is there anything too hard for God. As Christians, we must also realize that there is nothing too hard for God.

Doing The Impossible Genesis 18: 1-15 (NLT) Intro:How many of you like magic? I guess ‘m a kid at heart when it comes to magic. I’m not a big fan of America”s Got Talent but it seems that every time I surf through that channel, (that’s what I do, I surf. We have to buy me ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Growing

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 30, 2014

Praising God leads to seeing Him as He is... which leads to seeing ourselves as we are... which leads to confession... which leads to repentance... which leads to change.

GROWING Nehemiah 10:28-32 I heard about this man who bought a parrot. It was a beautiful parrot but he had a really bad mouth. He could swear for five minutes straight without repeating himself. The man was embarrassed because the bird was driving him crazy in front of people. He tried to appeal ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Lost Sheep Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014

First in a series about the Parables of Jesus, this sermon three-point expository sermon focuses on the sheep that was lost, loved, and lauded.

PARABLES OF JESUS: THE LOST SHEEP Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/2/14 Among the many metaphors used throughout the Bible to describe God’s relationship with people, one of the most common is a Shepherd and his sheep. David first wrote “The Lord is my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:4-7

Denomination: Christian Church

The Solid Foundation Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014

The second in a series on the Parables of Jesus, this expository, three-point sermon explores the stone, the structure, and the storm Jesus described in the parable of the wise and foolish builders.

PARABLES OF JESUS : THE SOLID FOUNDATION Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/9/14 The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the most famous structures in the world—not because of its gently rising series of arches, but because of its legendary tilt. Construction began on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Christian Church

The Wheat And The Weeds Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014

The fourth in a series on the Parables of Jesus, this three-point expository sermon explores the parable of the wheat and the tares, focusing on the wheat which is deceptive, damaging, and destined for destruction!

PARABLES OF JESUS ǀ THE WHEAT & THE WEEDS Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/23/14 I know the forecast is calling for frigid temperatures and frosty condition this week, but I’m so thankful for the brief preview of spring we had last week. Two days of 50o temps was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Joseph: Hope For Troubled Times (1) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014

The first in a series on the life of Joseph, this three-point expository sermon focuses on the dreaming of Joseph, the despising of Joseph, and the deliverance of Joseph.

Joseph: Hope for Troubled Times (1) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/18/2014 ILL. A man came home after a rough day at work. It was one of those days where it seemed like everything that can go wrong, did go wrong. As he walks through the door, he says to his wife, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-28

Denomination: Christian Church

Joseph: Hope For Troubled Times (4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014

The last in a series on the life of Joseph, this three-point expository sermon reveals that Joseph is finally remembered, rewarded, and reconciled. Lots of application and illustrations.

Joseph: Hope for Troubled Times (4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/8/2014 ILL. A husband noticed that his wife was under a lot of pressure lately and she called him at work to tell him she was having a bad day, so he decided to do something he’d never done before. ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Weeping Woman

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 3, 2015

God's grace is much bigger than we will ever understand, and God's love reaches out to the very ends of the earth. That includes people and nations that we have written off. God has not written them off.

A certain young woman was nervous about meeting her boyfriend's parents for the first time. As she checked her appearance one last time, she noticed that her shoes looked dingy, so she gave them a fast swipe with the paper towel she had used to blot the bacon she had for breakfast. When she arrived ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

O Lord, Change Me

Contributed by Timothy Gardner on May 3, 2015

There are three different types of people that pray this prayer, "O Lord, change me." This sermon deals with each one and helps us identify the true meaning of this prayers is to want to dwell with God.

Introduction: Read Exodus 25:1-9 Up until this point the Israelites have depended on Moses to lead them. They were taken out of captivity in Egypt by God through Moses. They used to be slaves to Pharaoh, now they are free. But ever since they left their bondage, they have complained about ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:1-9

Denomination: Salvation Army

Ready Or Not

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 9, 2018

On the whole being prepared isn’t a bad thing. In fact it can be downright crucial! Most people I know that have had a very difficult life, it is not that they could not have done much better in life, it was simply a lack of preparation.

TITLE: READY OR NOT SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 25:1-13 I remember with great fondness growing up and spending weekends and holidays with my grandparents in Keyport, NJ. Both sets of grandparents lived just blocks from one another. One of my grandparents lived right next to the City Cemetery. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Which Path Should I Take? Part 2 Series

Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Apr 23, 2018

The unrighteous path is worthless, it brings judgment, and it has a destination.

Which Path Should I Take? Part 2 Psalm 1:4-6 - Last week, we looked at the first part of Psalm 1, and started by comparing the paths of the righteous and the wicked. - We saw that both those paths have companions, and that both paths have a direction. - This week, we’re going to look at the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Real Love (2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Sep 23, 2013

Everyone loves love! We want to be loved and we want to give love. The problem is—our love is often lacking. This four-sermon series explores 1 John in order to discover a love that's truly worth having and giving: real love! PowerPoint available.

Real Love (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/26/2013 Do you know how Jesus said that his disciples will be recognized throughout the world? It’s not our views on abortion or homosexuality. It’s not our involvement in a Bible-believing church or our doctrinal ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Church

A Planned Ministry Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 4, 2013

From our passage we see that Paul had a vision & a plan for ministry. We can also gain insight into the God's providence outworking in the life & work of Paul.

ROMANS 15: 22-29 A PLANNED MINISTRY [Acts 27-28] Paul continues here to open his heart to the Romans in reference to the future of his ministry. He had just declared something of his heart for ministry stating that "It has always been my ambition to preach the gospel where Christ was not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:22-29

Denomination: Baptist

Extreme Home Makeover: Moms Edition Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 26, 2012

Every home could use a little work. This six-sermon series, starting on Mother’s Day and ending Father’s Day, calls for a extreme makeover of the home according to God’s blueprints. Alliterated. Expository.

EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER: MOTHER’S DAY Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/13/2012 Two little boys bought their mom a wreath of flowers for Mother’s Day. They were so excited to give it to her because they had used their own money. Mom held back laughter when she saw the ribbon ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-3

Denomination: Christian Church