Sermons on Imitations:

Pursue The Prize Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 6, 2016

If you want to be fully and completely like Christ, then look ahead to Christ, the goal; look around for positive examples, and look up to heaven.

A customs officer observes a truck pulling up at the border. Suspicious, he orders the driver out and searches the vehicle. He pulls off the panels, bumpers, and wheel cases but doesn’t find a single scrap of contraband. He is still suspicious, but doesn’t know where else to search, so ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Season To Be Selfless Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

Selfishness is that sin we can hardly stand in others, or hardly see in ourselves. It is so hard to forgive in others, and so hard to forsake in ourselves.

On Dec. 7, 1682 the Great Law of Pennsylvania was passed which became the basis for governing the state for 94 years. It represented William Penn's ideal of a Christian state. It provided for religious freedom and the protection of individual rights. It provided for the care of poor and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Tackling The Problem Areas In Marriage Without Attacking Each Other Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on May 24, 2022

Dealing with the top five problems areas in a marriage, communication, sex, money, inlaws, and children and learning to attack the problem and not the person

NOTES THE LANGUAGE OF MARRIAGE SERIES – Part 1 Dr. Tom Bartlett May 15, 2022 Matthew 12:25 (NLT) 25Jesus knew their thoughts and replied, “Any kingdom divided by civil war is doomed. A town or family splintered by feuding will fall apart.” Typical Problem Areas in Marriage · ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2, Ephesians 4:29, Matthew 12:25, Colossians 3:19

Denomination: Other

Labor Day: Laziness And Apathy Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

Apathy is so elusive is that it usually works in tandem with some other toxic habit. Apathy seems to want to work as the set-up punch to other sins.

Happy Labor Day Weekend to all of you. We continue our sermon series on the Seven Deadly Sins of the Family. Our fourth deadly sin for families is apathy. But I don’t care what you call it. (Yes, I thought we would honor hard workers everywhere by talking about laziness on Labor Day ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12, Proverbs 20:4, 2 Thessalonians 3:6, Romans 12:11

Denomination: Baptist

1 Thessalonians 1-5

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jun 10, 2021

Giving Thanks for These Believers, Paul’s Ministry, Encouragement of Timothy’s Visit, Sanctification and Love, and The Day of the Lord

1 THESSALONIANS 1-5 (NASB) (notes care of biblegateway.com) Giving Thanks for These Believers CHAPTER 1:1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. 2 We always give thanks to God for all of you, making ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1

Denomination: Vineyard

Unleashing Your Spiritual Vitality-2(2015) Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 25, 2015

2 of 3. Peter steered the Christians of Asia into the vitality born of their privilege in Christ. What characterizes/Looses/Releases that vitality? To unleash the privilege of spiritual vitality, we must commit to....

UNLEASHING YOUR SPIRITUAL VITALITY/Vigor-II—1Peter 1:13-21 Vitality Born of Privilege Attention: There is a huge market in our country for chemicals, substances(vitamins, wrinkle creams, testosterone, estrogen), non-invasive(injections) & invasive(surgery) procedures that will restore our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Keep Running The Race Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 30, 2018

Message 11 from Philippians

"Keep Running the Race” Paul’s letter to the Philippians offers some key elements to “Maintaining the Joy of the Lord No Matter What”. I. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS -- SUPERIOR PERSPECTIVE The Exaltation of Christ in Everything Passion to Praise Jesus II. MAINTAIN THE RIGHT ATTITUDE -- SUPERIOR PATTERN ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-17, Hebrews 4:12-13, 1 Peter 2:11-12, Philippians 3:20-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God's Rugrats Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 6, 2020

. As we dig into John 1:10-13, we are going to see some characteristics of God’s children and then I want to encourage us in our identity as children of the Almighty God.

GOD’S RUGRATS John 1:10-13 #John1 INTRODUCTION 1… https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-funniest-thing-your-kid-said_n_7213254 I ran across some funny quotes by children this week that I wanted to share with you. I found them pretty funny. I selected the best of the best for us to enjoy and ponder ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ultimate Vaccine

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 17, 2021

The Bible warns of something, or someone, like a virus (Satan). It also speaks of something, or Someone, like a vaccine (Jesus). Numbers 21, shares the vaccine for sin; which was used by the Lord on Israel and people today.

I want to begin our message this morning by talking about how a virus works; which I think is an appropriate topic, considering what we’re facing right now in our nation and the world. So, I want to start by saying that viruses do not contain the enzymes needed to carry out the chemical reactions ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, 2 Kings 18:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Changing Wardrobe Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 12, 2018

38th in a series from Ephesians exploring the change in behavior that comes from embracing Jesus.

“Changing Wardrobe” Part Two Ephesians 4:32-5:2 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 1. Speak truth not falsehood 4:25 2. Be angry without sinning ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Expectations For Godly Living-Part 4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 21, 2023

4 of 6. Titus was exhorted by the apostle Paul, to expose God’s people to the expectations for godly living. All God’s people are answerable to His expectations for godly living. But, What are some expectations for godly living by God’s people?

EXPECTATIONS For GODLY LIVING-IV—Titus 2:1-15 Attention: God has ‘Expectations’ of those who commit themselves to Him thru Jesus Christ! Need: There is an ultimate ‘fulfillment & satisfaction’ that CAN come to your life! BUT that ‘fulfillment & satisfaction’ can ONLY come to you thru ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15, Titus 2:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Leadership For The Church

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jan 10, 2024

How the Lord appoints leaders for His body

Leadership for the Church Ephesians 4:11-16, Acts 20:17-31 A Christian is someone who responds to Jesus and His invitation to receive the free gift of Eternal Life from Him. 1 John 5:11 this is the testimony: that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. 1 John 5:12 He who has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16, Acts 20:17-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Working Faith Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 11, 2024

in these difficult days before Jesus comes again, depend on the Lord and be diligent in your work, because Jesus could come at any moment.

Two young boys were spending the night at grandma’s house the week before Christmas. At bedtime, the two boys knelt beside their beds to say their prayers. The younger one began praying in a loud voice: “I PRAY FOR A NEW BICYCLE... I PRAY FOR A NEW NINTENDO...” His older brother leaned over, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Adoption Plan

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jul 8, 2025

We can call the LORD, Abba Father

God’s Adoption Plan Romans 8:14-17, Galatians 4:4-7 Good morning, Please open your Bibles to two places, turn to Galatians 4, place a bookmark there, and turn to Romans 8. I want to share the top five things you’ll never hear Dad say… 5. You know, Pumpkin, now that you're thirteen, you'll ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17, Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Calls His Disciples

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jan 16, 2026

Series on Matthew

Title: “The King’s Ministry: Calling Disciples” Script: Mt. 4:12-18 Type: Series Where: GNBC 1-18-26 Intro: Discipleship is predicated upon an active relationship with Jesus Christ. Relation to Christ activates and empowers the whole of life when men/women choose to act. Without action ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible