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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Israel “lodged” camped at the swollen Jordan River because of the spring rains, they had no idea how they would pass to the other side.
SS~ #19~ Joshua 3:~ camped at the Jordan – tomorrow they cross~ 10-19-14 1 And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over. ~ Israel “lodged” camped at the ...read more
Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17
Denomination: Baptist
Preaching has taken over my life!
July 12, 2015 Church Planting My Addiction Acts 13:13-15 Opening words: I love this story. There was a pastor who never prepared his sermons in advance. His name was Ralph. Every Sunday morning he'd sit on the platform while the church was singing the hymns, desperately praying, "Lord, give me ...read more
Scripture: Acts 13:13-15
Denomination: Methodist
We are call to be faithful, not successful
August 9, 2015 Church Planting Knocked Down, Not Out Acts 14:8-20 Opening words: In 1858 the Illinois legislature--using an obscure statute--sent Stephen A. Douglas to the U.S. Senate instead of Abraham Lincoln, although Lincoln had won the popular vote. When a sympathetic friend asked Lincoln ...read more
Scripture: Acts 14:8-20
5th in a series. A message about living out our salvation once accepting Jesus.
Intro – Video about the project in Mexico. “The House Built by God” - La casa construida por Dios. Psalm 127:1-2 (NASB) Unless the LORD builds the house, They labor in vain who build it; Unless the LORD guards the city, The watchman keeps awake in vain. 2 It is vain for you ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-19
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Even the smallest, seemingly insignificant act of love or mercy could have a lasting impact upon someone else.
1. “Starfish Story” originally written by Loren Eiseley. "One day a man was walking along the beach, when he noticed a boy picking up starfish and throwing them into the ocean. Approaching the boy, he asked, “Excuse me, but what are you doing?" The boy replied, “Throwing starfish back ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42
Denomination: Lutheran
The Apostle Paul was ready for anything, for persecution or for death. How did he get that way? How do we get ready to be able to handle what ever may come our way.
January 17, 2016 - Sermon - Acts 21:1-15 - Here is the live audio version: https://catmsermons.wordpress.com/2016/01/18/ready-for-anything/ Today we’re continuing to follow the very dramatic journey of Paul, and we’re nearing the last bend of our tour through the book of ...read more
Scripture: Acts 21:1-15
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Being a successful witness will take preparation.
Preparation Is Everything Text: Acts 17:1-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: Several centuries ago, a Japanese emperor commissioned an artist to paint a bird. A number of months passed, then several years, and still no painting was brought to the palace. Finally the emperor became so exasperated ...read more
Scripture: Acts 17:1-9
Just because someone doesn't believe in the Bible doesn't mean we can't witness to them.
Dealing With Unbelievers Text: Acts 17:16-34 Introduction 1. A recent study by the George Barna Group showed how Americans feel about the Bible. While many Americans still believe in the authority of the Bible, the survey showed "the biggest jump of any group are those American adults who are ...read more
Scripture: Acts 17:16-34
In English class, we've been given five questions to answer in every circumstance. How does answering those questions help us understand the marching orders we've been given in the Great Commission?
In 1944, Lt. Hiroo Onoda of the Japanese military was commissioned to guerilla warfare with squad of 4 in a remote island of the Phillippines. From the end of WWII, various leaflets and propaganda pieces were dropped onto the island to notify Onoda that the war was over, but he was sure it was a ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20
Sonship, Acting Like Our Father, Family
I AM - I AM the Son of God June 10, 2018 John 10:36-39 (p. 748) Introduction: One of my least favorite people to deal with in this world is a “bully.” Bullies prey on those who they think are weaker than them…either physically or emotionally…they use their perceived ...read more
Scripture: John 10:36-39
One of the difficulties the Lord Jesus had in dealing with mankind was getting people to accept Him for Who He was.
He could have solved that problem by making us all robots. All He would have to do then is push a button and make us believe on Him as our Savior. Illus: That would be a bit like a young man pulling a gun on a beautiful young lady, pointing it in her face, and saying, “Tell me that you love ...read more
Scripture: 1 John 5:6-8
Today we're settling this once and for all—you don't have to see a miracle to believe in one, because faith walks ahead of sight, not behind it!
"I DON'T HAVE TO SEE IT - TO BELIEVE IT!" Tony – Study – Meditation – Prayer: July-August 2025 Walking by Faith, Not by Sight in the Miraculous Opening Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7 (KJV) "For we walk by faith, not by sight." Supporting Text: Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) "Now ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, Hebrews 11:1, Mark 16:17
Denomination: Pentecostal
Based on Acts 1:1-8; 2:1-4 - Challenges hearers to realize the power that is ours through the Holy Spirit.
“THE POWER” Acts 1:1-8; 2:1-4 FBCF – 2/6/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – On a New Year’s Day at Tournament of Roses parade, one of the beautiful floats sputtered & died right in the middle of the parade. It had run out of gas. Parade came to a complete stop until someone could get some gas cans ...read more
Scripture: Acts 1:1-8, Acts 2:1-4
Since everything we have belongs to God, we should joyfully give away as much as we can, knowing that our giving has eternal impact.
God gives us good things not just for us to enjoy, but also to share with others. We're like a pipe that God's blessings flow through. When we share, it's like planting seeds that will grow into something bigger. Ever play a game of 'Where's Waldo?' Sometimes, Waldo is right there, but we miss him ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15
Topics: Charitable Acts, Altruism, Happiness In Giving, Selflessness
God wants us to take care of our money and be generous with it. Generosity is the opposite of greed and worshiping money. It doesn't matter how much money we have, we can all be generous.
Let's do a little experiment. I have here a $20 bill. Who wants it? (Pause for response) Okay, now what if I crumple it up? Still want it? (Pause for response) What if I step on it, make it dirty? Still want it? (Pause for response) Of course, you do! Because no matter what I do to it, it's still ...read more
Topics: Charitable Acts, Selfishness, Altruism, Wealth Accumulation
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