Sermons on Historicity Of Christ:

Prime Time

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 5, 2007

This message is about three of the prime times when the devil is active in our lives.

PRIME TIME Ephesians 4:26-27 INTRO: We are familiar with the term Prime Time. It is used primarily in reference to prime-time television. Prime Time is the time when most people will be watching their televisions. It is a time advertising and media people use to full advantage in influencing the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Universal Adhesive

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 5, 2007

Christ is the cohesive force in the physical and spiritual realms and in one’s life and home.

The Universal Adhesive Col. 1:17 INTRO.: When the driver of a huge trailer truck lost control of his rig, he plowed into an empty toll booth and smashed it to pieces. He climbed down from the wreckage and within a matter of minutes; a truck pulled up and discharged a crew of workers. The men ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Killing The Old Varmint

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 5, 2007

In this text, there are some strong, powerful reasons for killing the earthly nature in us. 1- Because God is angry 2- Because the new has come

INTRO.- ILL.- Two snakes were out for a stroll, when one turned to the other and asked: "Are we poisonous?" "Why no, we’re not", said the second. Again the first snake asked, "Are you sure we’re not poisonous?" "Yes, we are definitely NOT poisonous." Again the snake asked, "Are you sure we’re ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keeping Your Eye On The Prize

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jun 5, 2007

Our lives will include many different phases in our spiritual journey. Our job is to keep taking the next step and keep the finish line in our mind.

Last Monday (Memorial Day). 9:00am. I’m standing in my front yard. With a wet suit on. With a swim cap and goggles on my head. With a sprinkler spraying me with water. Across my driveway from where I stood I had my recently purchased road bicycle leaning against the back of my car. A few ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Eternal Purpose For Us In Him

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 6, 2007

God works in us for His eternal purpose in prayer

GOD’S ETERNAL PURPOSE FOR US IN HIM Eph. 3:14-21 Good Advice Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully. Don’t believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want. When you say, "I love you," mean it. When you say, "I’m sorry," look the person in the eye. Never laugh at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Contributing To The Community

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 6, 2007

how everyone can be a contributor in the work of God

Intro: it seems lately, that no matter where I go, someone is asking me to contribute to help different organizations. Even at home, the phone rings with those who want me to be a contributor. I am sure most are legitimate needs, some may be scams. In God’s work there is a need for contributions, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 35:1-35, Exodus 35:22-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finding The Lost World Of Wonder

Contributed by Christopher Enix on Jun 6, 2007

What did Jesus really mean when He said we must become like little children?

Finding the Lost World of Wonder Matthew 18:1-6 and Matthew 19:13-15 The past few months have been very interesting for me. As many of you know, Charity and I have been student teaching this past semester. It was the last hoorah before we were able to graduate. At the onset of the semester, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Back To Basics

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

The Christian life contains basics which may be seen as equivalent to blocking, tackling, and execution in football.

BACK TO BASICS 2 Corinthians 5:17-19 INTRO: After a losing football season, the coach of a well-known college team said his plans for the next year were to get back to basics. He was referring to blocking, tackling, timing, and execution, which are the ingredients necessary for a winning season. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Giving God Your Best Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

Malachi Series - 2 of 6.

GIVING GOD YOUR BEST Malachi 1:6-14 INTRO: On a rainy Sunday afternoon, a little brother and sister were playing “Noah and the Ark.” An old shoe box was the ark; the bathtub was their flood. After the flood was over they decided to make an offering to God. Noah (the boy) said to Mrs. Noah (the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14, Malachi 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Treachery Of Divorce Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

Malachi Series - 3 of 6.

THE TREACHERY OF DIVORCE Malachi 2:11-16 INTRO: It was a sleepy spring afternoon when a tornado struck Waco, Texas. It left behind a wake of destruction seldom witnessed: 113 people dead, hundreds more left homeless, and millions of dollars in property damage. Workers commented the buildings had ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Weariness Of God Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

Malachi Series - 4 of 6.

THE WEARINESS OF GOD Malachi 2:17-3:8 INTRO: It is easy to forget but worth remembering that few things are forever. Fads and fashion, notions and nations, passions and possessions, even life on this planet — all come and go. But God remains constant. He is enduring and unchanging. His promises ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Tithing Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

Malachi Series - 5 of 6.

THE TRUTH ABOUT TITHING Malachi 3:7-12 INTRO: A man had built a prosperous business through zealous toil and honest dealings. As he advanced in age, he felt concerned about the future of his ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

When God Opens The Book Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

Malachi Series - 6 of 6.

WHEN GOD OPENS THE BOOK Malachi 3:16-4:5 INTRO: Tom Dooley, the American physician who became famous as the jungle doctor of Laos, was once asked how he overcame disappointments and setbacks caused by uncaring people. “I simply remind myself of who is really keeping score,” he said. No Christian ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

It All Began In Heaven Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 8, 2007

Why do Christians put so much emphasis on the blood of Jesus Christ? What’s so special about it? Part 1 of series There Is Power In the Blood.

There Is Power In The Blood – Part 1 It All Began In Heaven One of my favorite old hymns found in our hymnals is the one we sang this morning, There Is Power In The Blood. It’s an incredible song with life giving, heart pounding, and awe-inspiring lyrics. It’s got an upbeat tempo, and it just ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 8, 2007

Part 2 of the series There Is Power In the Blood. Looks at why the shedding of blood is necessary and why Jesus was the perfect sacrifice.

There Is Power In The Blood – Part 2 The Perfect Sacrifice Last week we began our Bible Study of the power of the blood of the Lamb. We started by looking at the questions, just what is it about blood that is so special, and not just any blood, but especially the blood of Jesus Christ? Why do ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 17:11

Denomination: Baptist