Sermons on Is It Ok:

What Will It Take?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 4, 2008

Looking at the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness, we can ask ourselves, "what will it take to lead me into temptation?"

What Will It Take? – Mt 4: 1 - 11 Intro: Drew Anderson from Tucson, Arizona wrote of his experience in Readers’ Digest. He was shopping in the mall with his wife when a shapely young woman in a short, form fitting dress walked by. He said as she walked by his eyes followed her. Without looking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Saves You Or What Can You Count On? Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Apr 5, 2007

A study in 1st Peter

Introduction Marshall pg. 117 I. The ministry of Jesus: death and life vs. 18 A. “This verse gives on of the Bible’s shortest, simplest, and richest summaries of the meaning of the cross of Jesus Christ.” David Walls B. Mark these four points: 1. Suffering 2. Justice 3. Entrance 4. Death and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Yet Once More

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

There is a choice before you. Remain unshakably true to God so that when our universe is shaken into destruction, you may stand safe and secure. For truly, nothing matters; only loyalty to God.

Yet Once More – Hebrews 12: 18-29 Intro: This passage is about contrasts between old and new / old and new covenants. – So much material here that we will concentrate on only 2 verses. Read Verses 28 & 29 I. The writer contrasts the experience at Mt. Sinai with the giving of the new covenant ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stealer Of Hearts

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 17, 2012

Satan does what he can to steal our hearts away from God.

Stealer of Hearts September 16, 2012 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Satan does what he can to steal our hearts away from God. Focus Passage: 2 Samuel 15:1-6 Supplemental Passage: And He said to him, " 'YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Some More Implications Of Grace Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 29, 2012

When we have accepted grace, we are able to extend grace to others.

Some More Implications of Grace January 29, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: When we have accepted grace, we are able to extend grace to others. Focus Passage: Colossians 3:12-17 Supplemental Passage: “make my joy complete by being of the same ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Your Part In Missions & Evangelism

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 14, 2012

We must take personable responsibility for spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Your Part in Missions & Evangelism November 11, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Southern Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must take personable responsibility for spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ Focus Passage: Luke 16:19-31 Supplemental Passage: but you will receive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Walk With The Savior

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 25, 2012

The reality of the risen Christ in our lives can make a difference everyday.

A Walk With the Savior March 23, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The reality of the risen Christ in our lives can make a difference everyday. Focus Passage: Luke 24:13-31 Supplemental Passage: Introduction: I. Heart Breaking a. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

New Year - New Commitments

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 11, 2012

Let's make resolutions that can actually change our lives.

New Year – New Commitments December 28, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Let’s make resolutions that can actually change our lives. Focus Passage: Philippians 3:13-14 Introduction: Easy resolutions/failed resolutions I. Commit ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Not Me!

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 17, 2012

Not Me!

Not Me! January 21, 2009 Wednesday Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Focus Passage: Mark 14: 27-31, 66-72 Introduction: I. THE WARNING ABOUT THE DENIALS a. When the heart of a person is bent to sinning, the heart becomes insensitive to the reminders that are going on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Baptist

Praise In The Dungeons Of Life

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 18, 2012

We must live in such a way that people can see Jesus in us.

Praise in the Dungeons of Life November 8, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must live in such a way that people can see Jesus in us. Focus Passage: Acts 16:22-34 Introduction: The citizens of Feldkirch, Austria, didn't know what to do. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

Set Your Mind On God’s Interests

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 24, 2012

We must keep our eyes on God; it’s all about God, not us.

Set Your Mind on God’s Interests June 21, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must keep our eyes on God; it’s all about God, not us. Focus Passage: Matthew 16:21-28 I. Get Behind Me Satan (v 23a) a. Just a few verses earlier, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Emmaus Experience

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 31, 2012

The reality of the risen Christ in our lives can make a difference everyday.

The Emmaus Experience April 19, 2009 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The reality of the risen Christ in our lives can make a difference everyday. Focus Passage: Luke 24:13-31 Introduction: I. Heart Breaking a. They thought that all of their hopes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Wretchedness Of Sin

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 6, 2012

Sin separates us from God; Jesus is the answer.

The Wretchedness of Sin August 23, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Sin separates us from God; Jesus is the answer. Focus Passage: 2 Samuel 12:1-13 Supplemental Passage: Psalm 51:1-4, 7-12, 14 Introduction: Why are you a Christian? Is it to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

We Three Kings

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 6, 2012

It isn’t of matter of knowing who Jesus is; it is a matter of making Him Lord.

We Three Kings December 20, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: It isn’t of matter of knowing who Jesus is; it is a matter of making Him Lord. Focus Passage: Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction: What do we know about these men? 1. How many were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Making Choices That Matter

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 19, 2011

When we are faced with a decision between best or good enough, we must choose what gives God the most glory.

Making Choices that Matter September 18, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: When we are faced with a decision between best or good enough, we must choose what gives God the most glory. Focus Passage: I Samuel 24:1-22 Supplemental Passage: He who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: Baptist