Sermons on Hope And Encouragement:

A Call, A Gospel, & A Task Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 31, 2011

In Paul’s initial address in the letter he seeks to establish who he is & what he is about. He is God’s man & everything he is & does revolves around God

ROMANS 1: 1-7 "A CALL, A GOSPEL, AND A TASK" In the preface to his commentary on Paul’s letter to the Romans, Martin Luther wrote: "This letter is truly the most important piece in the New Testament. It is purest Gospel. It is well worth a Christian’s while not only to memorize it word for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Love

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 15, 2011

This message looks at the biblical Standard, Test, Example and Application of AGAPE love.

WHAT IS LOVE? George Matheson was only fifteen when he was told that he was losing what little eyesight he had. Instead of giving up, Matheson immediately continued with his plans to enroll in the University of Glasgow, and his determination lead to his graduation at age nineteen. But as he ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Asa's Mistake

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 19, 2011

Four things we can learn from King Asa's mistakes. Even though he was fully committed to God all his life he still made mistakes and errors in judgment.

Asa’s Mistake February 20, 2011 “At that time Hanani the seer came to Asa king of Judah and said to him: “Because you relied on the king of Aram and not on the LORD your God, the army of the king of Aram has escaped from your hand. Were not the Cushites and Libyans a mighty ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:7-9

Denomination: Holiness

Missionaries – The 12 Apostles

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 19, 2011

Jesus and the 12 disicples. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Sermon Outine: A strategy (vs 13-14) A calling (vs 14-15) A listing (vs 16-19) Sermon Content: Ill: • British sculptor Sir Jacob Epstein was once visited in his studio; • By the eminent author and fellow Briton, George Bernard Shaw. • The visitor noticed a huge block of stone standing in one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Brethren

"Don’t Downplay", What You Have Been Given!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 20, 2011

What they had received that day, they knew it was way to important, for them to keep it to their selves. That’s why at nine in the morning, they were taking it to the streets. It was history right there in the making, The power of God was amazing

“Don’t downplay,” What you have been given! Acts 2:1-8, 12-18 NKJ. 1. When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3. Then ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Most Sobering Text In All The Bible

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Feb 23, 2011

To help us to see where Christianity is failing to produce what we should in our people

2011-5 DATE – JUST BAPTIST OUTLINES 8-15-10 THE MOST SOBERING TEXT IN THE BIBLE! SETTLING DOWN WITH SIN – GETTING USED TO SIN Judges 2:10 Jg 2:10 And also all that generation were gathered unto their fathers: and there arose another generation after them, which knew not the LORD, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - Miracle Worker Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 27, 2011

We often need to be reminded how powerful and special of a Savior we serve. Miracles are things that many discount, but they are a stark reminder that God is in control and when ALL seems hopeless or when something seems impossible... God can make it happ

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 26, 2011 Date Preached: February 27, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: Jesus - Miracle Worker Sermon Text: John 6:1-21 [ESV] Introduction: 1After this Jesus went away to the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

God In Your Job Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

This part of a series through the book of Exodus. This message looks at how God is involved in every aspect of our lives and gives us the abilities we use everyday to make a living with.

God in your Job Exodus 31 Tonight we are going to talk about work. Its not a popular topic to talk about because the majority of Americans spend the greatest amount of their adult life dreading Monday mornings. They work 40 hours a week for 25-30 years looking forward to the day when they will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:1-11

Building A Strong Community Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

This message is part of a series through the book of Exodus and looks at the key factors in building a strong community

God in your Job Exodus 31 Tonight we are going to talk about work. Its not a popular topic to talk about because the majority of Americans spend the greatest amount of their adult life dreading Monday mornings. They work 40 hours a week for 25-30 years looking forward to the day when they will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:1-9

The Almighty Snap Shot

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 2, 2011

Share how we can live our lives best as possible for Jesus Christ and stop being so concerned about our appearances

We always say that it is the inside that counts and not what is on the outside. But do we really believe this? 1 Samuel 16:7 But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Other

All Your Anxieties?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 5, 2011

God is able to deal with all of our anxieties, not just a portion. He can relieve us of our fears for those things which will not really happen; for our concern for daily survival; and most of all, for our fear of death.

(Originally preached at Calverton Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD, Jan. 30, 1983; thereafter, with slight variations, at Clinton Baptist Church, Clinton, MD, July 29, 1984; Cresthill Baptist Church, Bowie, MD, Aug. 5, 1984; Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC, Aug. 12, 1984; First Baptist ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Helping The Helpless

Contributed by James May on Mar 6, 2011

The Story of the Good Samaritan carries a message for us all.

Helping the Helpless Sunday, March 06, 2011 By Pastor James May What is the most important question that any man can ask? A number of time, throughout God’s Word, we find those who have discovered what that question is and they voice that question. As I look over this congregation, I see a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Buddy System Series

Contributed by John Sears on Sep 13, 2011

How do we deal with the uncertainty that the world can bring.

Letters From Prison The Buddy System Introduction: Sometimes, I wish I could just get a glimpse of God’s planner for my life. I do not like dealing with uncertainty. In leadership, uncertainty can be tough. It can lead to fear, withdrawal, and loss of focus. Vision can become smaller and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

They've Righted All The Wrongs

Contributed by Richard Overman on Sep 24, 2011

Taking a Biblical Stand For Christ. Not "What Would Jesus Do" rather What Has Jesus Said!

“They’ve righted all the wrongs,” An honors student in Fort Worth, Texas, was sent to the principal’s office and punished for telling a classmate that he believes homosexuality is wrong. Holly Pope said she was “absolutely stunned” when she received a telephone ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-32

Denomination: Baptist

Shove That Job - I'll Take It

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 29, 2011

You cannot watch a news program without hearing about record unemployment and job plans. Johnny Paycheck, “Take this job and shove it” is now “Shov that job - I’ll take it.” Your job is a big deal to God!

Introduction A You cannot watch a news program without hearing about record unemployment and job plans. 1 People want to work but can’t any jobs. a My dad telling me he could quit one job and go across the street to work the following day. b Johnny Paycheck, “Take this job and shove ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:18

Denomination: Baptist