Sermons on In Times Like These:

A Ministry Of Vision

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Aug 19, 2004

If a church is to grow it must have vision from God and Jesus is our best model for this.

A Ministry Of Vision Mark 8:1-10 I. Vision Comes Out of Concern (V. 1-3) A. Concern for Our Community (v. 1) 1. It is a Matter of Obedience (Acts 1:8) 2. It is a Matter of Foresight (Gen 12:1-2) B. Concern for The Empty (v. 2) 1. It is a Matter of Compassion (v. 2a) 2. It is a Matter of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Overcome The World Through God!

Contributed by Kevin Shelton on Sep 15, 2004

Learn how to overcome the world.

Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Submit to GOD: This word submit, is a strong and straight word, which is not an easy pill to swallow. It means to come under subjection or yield authority. The ability to submit is contrary to human nature. We ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

God's Promises Series

Contributed by Rodney Mason on Sep 17, 2004

To survive the storms of life, we must understand that in God there are promises that He has made to us.

Introduction This week will start part 1 of 2 sermons entitled “Standing on the Promises”. The world we live in is full of troubles, tensions and turmoil. If we don’t have something to hold on to, we as the world will be hopeless and helpless. But we do have something to hold on to, the Promises ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Purpose In The Potters Hands Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Mar 21, 2005

This sermon utilizes five questions from a short video clip from sermonspice.com called "Potter’s Hand". The answers to those questions are found in the passage.

Within the seemingly mundane conversation in this passage, I believe we can find the answers to some of life’s most profound questions. 1. Who am I? IF I am… A man made in the image of God – Gen 1:26 A sinner in which that image is flawed – Rom 3:23 THEN… I am not worthy of worship, only God is. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:24-33

Denomination: Baptist

A Shift In Focus! Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 16, 2004

A look at fasting from a different angle

A Shift in Focus! Optical illusions To see something different, change your focus Many people are focused on the temporal This earth, money, sex Instant gratification Satan even tried this on Jesus- Mt. 4:1-4 Did you catch it in v. 3? “If You are the Son of God” Are you kidding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Name Of Our God

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Nov 20, 2004

Our protection and salvation is in His Name only

The Name of Our God TEXT: PSALM 20 1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.>> The LORD hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee; 2 Send thee help from the sanctuary, and strengthen thee out of Zion; 3 Remember all thy offerings, and accept thy burnt ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

No Fear

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 30, 2005

A Christmas devotional about not fearing what will happen.

Luke 1:5-17; 1:26-38; 2:8-15 - No Fear Fear is a common response to threatening or intimidating situations today. Some go to great lengths to beat or run away from their fears. And some brace themselves to be strong - it was no different on that first Christmas. Four times people were told not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Integrity - A Matter Of Choice

Contributed by Allen Speegle on Sep 7, 2005

Integrity is a "MUST" if we want to experience the life Jesus died to give us and is shown in the little things in life. Take care of the little things privately and you will have to deal with the big things publicly.

Integrity – A Matter of Choice Integrity a Key Ingredient In Getting Ahead In Life Integrity = moral soundness, honesty, freedom from corrupting influence or motive 1 Chr 29:28 David died at a ripe old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth, and honor. Then his son Solomon ruled in his place. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon Series On Malachi #3 Series

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Feb 17, 2003

Now we see that here that God is speaking directly with the priests. What is here said of the covenant of priesthood is true of the covenant of grace made with all believers, as spiritual priests

Sermon Series on Malachi #3 Do I honor God? Part 2 Malachi 2:1-9 Now we see that here that God is speaking directly with the priests. What is here said of the covenant of priesthood is true of the covenant of grace made with all believers, as spiritual priests. It is a covenant of life and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Zoeology Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 15, 2003

This is the 3rd study in the study "Doctrinal Issues From 1 Timothy".

Series: Doctrinal Issues From 1 Timothy[#3] ZOEOLOGY: THE DOCTRINE OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 1 Timothy 2:1-15; 4:11-16; 6:3-20 Introduction: 1. Past studies: Ecclesiology and Soteriology. 2. Zoeology: The doctrine of the Christian life. 3. In this study we will study the purpose of having worship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-15, 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Means Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 15, 2003

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "From The Cradle To The Cross". This is also a Christmas sermon.

Series: From The Cradle To The Cross [#2] CHRISTMAS MEANS…? Luke 2:1-20; Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction: 1. Anticipation of the birth of Jesus by Joseph and Mary. 2. Our celebration of Christmas. 3. Different reactions to the birth of Christ, then and now. It’s all about… The Profit Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Abiding In Christ

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Mar 3, 2007

Abiding in Christ means finding our primary fulfillment in Him, fellowshipping with Him. Abiding in Christ means that we allow Him to speak to us.

Key Scriptures: (NKJV) John 15 7 If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you. 8 By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples. (NKJV) Joshua 1 8 This Book of the Law shall not depart from your ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Imprisoned Evangelism

Contributed by Frank Taylor on Nov 18, 2007

Evangelism outreach

Improisoned Evangelism Luke 14:23 We by nature are known as an evangelistic church, yet I am afraid our evangelism is too many times restricted to the 4 walls of the church. We need to get away from this to go beyond the church, to go out where the people are. I. We need to go out from the walls ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:23

Denomination: Methodist

Dare 2 B Different In Missions/Evangelism Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 2, 2007

How can we be different (more effective) in the area of missions/evangelism? Follows the Dare 2 B Different outline: Embody His Name, Embrace His Mission, Emulate His Word.

DARE 2 B DIFFERENT: In Missions/Evangelism Matthew 28:18-20 I. Embody His Name – Reflect His Character in Missions A. Go with Authority: His was a Sure Character B. Go with Purity: His was a Sinless Character C. Go with Compassion: His was a Sacrificial Character Shift from Self-centered Thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Where Do We Go From Here?

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jul 11, 2007

A look at how to move forward and grow in our spiritual lives.

We have three choices regarding our spiritual lives: 1) We can make the choice to do nothing: to stay where we are. 2) We can make the choice to go in reverse: backtrack 3) We can make the choice to move forward: grow How can we follow through on our choice to move forward in our spiritual journey ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-23, Habakkuk 14:22-23

Denomination: Baptist