Sermons on Healing Work Of Christ:

The Corrupted Church Series

Contributed by Jim Dillinger on Jun 5, 2003

Thyratira

Thyratira: The Corrupted Church Rev 2:18-29 It?s interesting to note that the longest letter is written to the smallest city mentioned in these chapters. What is happening here that had John so upset? He was upset because this church had allowed the worst possible congregational sin; unopposed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What If Tomorrow Never Comes.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 25, 2003

The atheist does not find God the same reason the thief does not find a policeman.

WHAT IF TOMORROW NEVER COMES. James 4:13-17 As far as I know Madelyn O’Hare is the most known atheist in America. She is the one who had school prayer outlawed. I have not heard a great deal of her in quite some time now. I did hear that she might have become a believer in Jesus Christ, I hope so. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Unmerciful Servant

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003

To note that we as Christians are to forgive others because we have been greatly forgiven by God.

The Unmerciful Servant Text: Matthew 18.21-35 Thesis: To note that we as Christians are to forgive others because we have been greatly forgiven by God. Introduction: (1) “Blessed are the merciful for they shall obtain mercy” (Matt. 5.7). (2) The Background: “Then Peter came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Man On The Run

Contributed by Mike Turner on Aug 20, 2003

This message is about Jonah......man on the run !

Jonah 1:1-17 Some things about Jonah we need to see, and learn for our own spiritual lives. I. We See Jonah Faithful In The Past. 2 Kings 14:25 Jonah was born and raised in a little town named Gath-hepher which was about two miles from Nazareth. The time of his life and ministry is approx. ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism; Light Or Heavy

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 3, 2003

When we think of evangelism what immediately comes to mind? Street corner hawkers, people who only want you to see their point of view. Brow beaters who get upset if you don’t follow them? It was never meant to be that way. Evangelism is one beggar sho

Evangelism: heavy or light? 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 When we speak of evangelism what thoughts run through your mind? It’s the preacher’s job? Street corner Bible thumpers? Door to door salesman type people? Pushy people who are trying to get to see things their way? How about guilt for not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossing Over 5 Series

Contributed by Joseph Schuck on Sep 6, 2003

This series focuses on crossing over obstacles, problems, situations, and the like which can impede our walk with God.

CROSSING OVER 5 Scripture: Mark 4:35-41 - “That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, "Let us go over to the other side." Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Keep From Sinning

Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 14, 2003

John shares with us the promise of forgiveness....but also shares the desire that "we sin not".

How To Keep From Sinning 1 John 2:1-2 “If” does not give us permission.....it literally means “provided” or on the condition that we sin.....we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous ! John rebuked those who claimed they had no sin.....and offered the promise of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift That Last Forever Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 13, 2002

This is the 4th sermon in the series "Church On The Rocks". This is also the 2nd sermon in this "Christmas Series". This sermon looks at the gift that last forever.

Sunday Morning December 15, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§Church On The Rocks¡¨ (#4)[Christmas #2] THE GIFT THAT LAST FOREVER 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 Introduction: 1. According to the commercial what is, ¡§The gift that last forever¡¨? Diamonds. For those of you that are like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The History Of Sin

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 15, 2003

The way sin began, the way sin affects man, the way sin affects God, the way sin affects our lives, the way sin affects our future, and the way of escape God has provided.

The History Of Sin Hebrews 3:13 Hebrews 3:13 “But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.” Introduction Charles Haddon Spurgeon reckoned as the highest compliment ever paid to him the words of an open enemy who said, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:13, Romans 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

A Father's Love

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003

A Look at the story of the Prodigal Son through the eys of the Father

A Father’s Love: The Story of the Prodigal Son Many of us still remember our fathers even if they are no longer among us. We remember the look he gave us when he would discipline us knowing the pain it caused him, as he would carry out whatever punishment would be coming. I often remember the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Mennonite

Lesson 2: Learning From Failure

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003

Abraham’s Journey of Faith

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Abram was the Friend of God, also called A Man of Faith, but was also a man of failure. 2. God called Abram to the land. "Abram departed as the Lord had spoken to him" (12:4). But God didn’t call him to Egypt. (silence). 3. Two strengths. Two things reflected Abram’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 6: Renewed Promise

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003

Abraham’s Journey of Faith

A. INTRODUCTION (Genesis 17:1-27) 1. Rebellion. What does the number 13 imply? "Abraham was eighty-six-years-old when Ishmael was born" (16:16 ELT). "When Abraham was ninety-nine-years-old, the Lord the Almighty appeared to him" (17:1). 2. Outside God’s will. What was God’s plan for Ishmael? "As ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 9: Faith's Realization

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003

Abraham’s Journey of Faith

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 21:1-8 1. How long ago had God promised Abraham a son? Twenty-five years. "Abram was seventy-five years old when he departed out of Haran" (12:4). 2. How old was Abraham when Isaac was born? One hundred years old. "Abraham was a hundred years old when his son Isaac was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Time Series

Contributed by John Knight on Apr 14, 2003

Seventh in series. God’s time and timing aren’t always what we anticipate.

"In Christ" "Kingdom Time" Luke 4:14-21 Introduction: "Tulsa Time" -looking back to an easier time -in the midst of our instant fast food, techno driven, consumer savvy world many are looking back to an easier time, a "Mayberry Moment" For others the search is not to the past, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Holiness

Forsaken? Or Exalted?

Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Apr 17, 2003

When Jesus said, "My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" was he asking a question about God’s presence? Or is it possible that he was making a proclamation? This sermon takes the position that Jesus was making a statement rather than asking a questi

“Forsaken? Or Exalted?” Matthew 27:46 (Read Matthew 27:46) Traditional Interpretation: at the moment Christ took upon himself the sin of the world, the Father in Heaven could not look upon the Son, and so he turned away, forsaking his Son. 3 Primary reasons for this view: 1. 2 Corinthians 5:21 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46

Denomination: Baptist