Sermons on Holding Fast:

The Church Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 28, 2014

A series looking at the Church.

The Church Hebrews 10:19-25 September 8, 2013 For the next few weeks we are going to take a look at The Church. Not necessarily First Baptist Church, yet, this is all about First Baptist Church, but it’s really about the universal CHURCH. But when I talk about the universal church, I am ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Written Of Me

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 30, 2021

GOD’s WORD defines who I am in HIM. Let the WORD be applied to your life, through the POWER of HIS SPIRIT within you. I would encourage you to add to this declaration as you search and meditate on GOD’s WORD and as HOLY SPIRIT reveals and applies HIS WORD to your life.

2021.08.29 IT IS WRITTEN OF ME William Akehurst, HSWC Psalm 40:7-8 7 Then said I, Lo, I come: in the volume of the book it is written of me, 8 I delight to do thy will, O my God: yea, thy law is within my heart. GOD’s WORD defines who I am in HIM. Let these definitions be applied to our lives, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:7-8, 2 Timothy 1:6, Isaiah 55:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Value Of Church Attendance

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Sep 19, 2015

This message reminds us that church attendance remains vital in this age of technological advancements.

Here are vital reasons to attend worship beside the obvious ; which is to worship and glorifying God: I. Engage your Faith in Jesus Christ. (Hold Fast) vs 23 II. Examine one another. (Consider one another) vs 24 III. Excite each other to love and good works. (Provoke unto love and good ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Bible Say About Marriage & Divorce? Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 8, 2021

What Does the Bible Say About Marriage & Divorce?

What Does the Bible Say About Marriage & Divorce? Matthew 19:9 And I say to you: whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another, commits adultery.” Mark 10:9 What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate.” Luke 16:18 Everyone who divorces his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revelation Chapter 2:12-17 Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Apr 17, 2006

Revelation Chapter 2 Vs. 12-17: to the church in Pergamos

Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan USA www.TawasBaptist.org Revelation Chapter 2 Vs. 12-17: to the church in Pergamos Key Verse; Revelation 1:19 “Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.” Revelation Chapter 1: Things you ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Revelation 2:17

Denomination: Bible Church

Mere Stones/Reminders-11 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 10, 2017

11 of 11. Joshua had twelve stones removed from the Jordan River as a memorial to the crossing. Memorials or Spiritual Reminders hold a great deal of significance to God’s people. But what is significant about them? Mere Stones can transport us to...

MERE STONES/Reminders-XI—Joshua 4:1-24(:15-24) Reminder/Recall/Memorial/Symbol/Post-it notes/String on finger Seemingly insignificant reminders can make all the difference in a Christian‘s life! Joshua had twelve stones removed from the Jordan River as a memorial to the crossing. Memorials or ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Dec 13, 2008

The joy of Christmas past, present and future.

“Joy to the world! The Lord is come—Let earth receive her King Let every heart prepare Him room and heaven and nature sing.” Jesus is come to earth as a King and is to be worshipped and praised and honored. “Joy to the earth! The Savior reigns! Let men their songs employ, while fields and floods, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Our Authority Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on Jul 22, 2001

When we speak of authority, what do we mean? It could mean flashing lights coming up fast from behind you.

"Knowing Our Authority!" "Knowing" series part 3 of 4 Text: Eph. 1:17-23 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - July 22, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! When we speak of authority, what do we mean? It could mean flashing lights ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-23

Denomination: Bible Church

Witnessing The Difference

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 4, 2004

How was the early church able to grow so fast and steadily? They believed three key truths: Jesus is Risen, Jesus is Ruling, and Jesus is Returning!

If this sermon is helpful to you look for my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: ww.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 Witnessing The Difference by Scott R. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Its Time To Wake Up

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jun 26, 2006

Over sleeping can cost you the loss of your job,and other great opportunities, but worst of all, your soul. Wake up.

Its time to wake up Rev 3:1-7 3:1 And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. 2 Be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Real Love- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on Feb 25, 2022

Imagine, if the Lord’s condition for coming down and dying for our souls and doing anything for us was based on whether we’ll be thankful or not.

Imagine, those ten that were healed of leprosy. If the Lord would have stopped, having the foreknowledge that only one would come back and nine would not give him thanks, He had the choice to say, “I won’t do this for them.” But did the Lord do that? No! He did not. He loved freely. Freely we have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1, John 1:1, Psalm 138:2, John 8:32, Matthew 10:37  (view more)  (view less)

The Mystery Of Marriage Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 18, 2018

56th message from Ephesians discussing the mystery of marriage.

“The Mystery of Marriage” REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 E. Live in Wisdom 5:15-6:9 1. Seize every opportune moment ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:31-33, Genesis 2:21-24, Mark 10:2-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Truth And Deception"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 14, 2009

Christians must know the truth in order to guard and proclaim the truth. Do we?

“I was very glad to find some of your children walking in truth, just as we have received commandment to do from the Father. 5 Now I ask you, lady, not as though I were writing to you a new commandment, but the one which we have had from the beginning, that we love one another. 6 And this is ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:4-11

Denomination: Orthodox

The Church At Philadelphia Series

Contributed by John Mccurry on Nov 28, 2007

Series of messages about the Seven Churches in Revelation of Jesus Christ

Friday, April 07, 2006 Church of Philadelphia The Open Door Church Rev 3. 7 – 13 We know that the word Philadelphia means brotherly love. This can also be the state of Church when the gentile time comes to the full and God once again sees the Jew coming to Christ in great numbers. This was the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Choosing People

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 23, 2021

We can be part of God's "chosen" by choosing God.

1. Choice A certain courthouse in Ohio stands in a unique location. Raindrops that fall on the north side of the building go into Lake Ontario and the Gulf of St. Lawrence, while those falling on the south side go into the Mississippi River and Gulf of Mexico. At precisely the point of the peak of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-8, Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ