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  • Any Faith Left?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 6, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,717 views

    This sermon blends together Luke 18: 1 - 8 and Deuteronomy 1: 16 - 17 to arrive at a description of the faith God expects from Christians.

    Any Faith Left? Luke 18: 1 - 8 Intro: A young entrepreneur came a “dry town” to build a tavern. He was not breaking any laws to do so. The community was just conservatively religious. A group of members from the various churches in town met and prayed for God to intervene. That night the ...read more

  • More Weeds Than Seeds

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 14, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 2,751 views

    We are the seeds from which the kingdom of God on earth will grow.

    More Weeds Than Seeds - Matthew 13: 24 - 30, 36 - 43 Intro: At our house in Houston I planted flowers that Barbara called weeds. – They were, in fact, black-eyed Susans – Nobody likes weeds – dig, spray, fertilize – still there. – Sometimes it appears there are more weeds than seeds in our ...read more

  • Down And Dirty

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 28, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,717 views

    Jacob wrestles with God in the dust before he returns to his homeland to face his brother Esau.

    Down and Dirty – Genesis 32: 22 - 31 Intro: “The young man, Jacob was the kind of person that could enter a revolving door behind you and come out ahead of you.” --- Ever known anybody like that? --- If you don’t and everybody is looking at you, it’s probably you! I. Jacob – means trickster, ...read more

  • How?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 4, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,266 views

    While the other disciples cowered in the boat, Peter jumped ship and headed for Jesus. How would you have handled the situation?

    Matthew 14: 22 – 33 How? Intro: A woman was walking down a city street when she heard a voice in her ear say, “STOP!” – Startled, she did and a brick fell from the roof above and fell right in front of her. She could have been killed. – A few days later, she was again walking on a busy street ...read more

  • From Pit To Promise

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 11, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,424 views

    What keeps us in the pit of anger and frustration is often our inability to forgive others and ourselves. This sermon takes a look at Joseph as a role model for forgiveness.

    From Pit to Promise – Genesis 45: 1 - 15 Intro: Simon Wiesanthal – 89 family members perished in holocaust – Book, Sunflower: On the Possibilities and Limits of Forgiveness – dying Nazi soldier asks for forgiveness – For 2 hrs Weisanthal sat there in silence – Finally he left room in silence – In ...read more

  • Change Is Not A Four Letter Word

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 16, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 2,392 views

    Unless we are willing to be transformed into that which is good and acceptable and perfect to God our worship is in vain.

    Romans 12: 1 – 8 Change Is Not A “Four” Letter Word Intro: You may be intrigued by the fact that you were given a teabag as you entered worship today. --- Remember the last time you were given something in worship by me? I asked you to take a silver dollar and turn it in $100,000. And now I’ve ...read more

  • A Life Of Calling And Completion

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 30, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,639 views

    Fulfillment in life can be found through focus on Christ and defining His calling for your life.

    Introduction: The elusive experience of completion Throughout my teenage years I had a Golden Retriever dog named Genny… tennis ball was her life focus… and when she retrieved it… retuned… proud… wagging… her calling was complete. Birthday party for her.. a friend brought an entire box of tennis ...read more

  • A "Mary" Christmas For All

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 43 ratings
     | 5,290 views

    The presence of God disrupts our plans and, like Mary, we must surrender our lives in order to fulfill His plan.

    As I’ve expressed in past years…I love the Christmas season. More than at any other time, I find during this season,. I sense God’s presence in the world…and with it, the significance of my own presence. I’ve been reminded of the competing dynamics we all know so well. It’s caused me to look into ...read more

  • Reasons For Believing In God Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,027 views

    Learning to connect reason with faith in order to strengthen our faith.

    This morning I’m going to begin a series entitled “Faith Has It’s Reasons.” Several months ago…a discussion with the staff encouraged me to do a series of messages addressing the common questions that are posed in regard to knowing God. Purpose of this series is two-fold 1) To help us communicate ...read more

  • Christmas-- It's The Real Thing (Confessions Of A Christmas Lover)

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,797 views

    A sermon about sensing the hope of Christmas even amidst dark times.

    Intro…I’d like to begin with a confession tonight; an introduction in the tradition of a 12 step meeting; and those who know something of such meetings can help me out with your response. “My name is Brad and I’m a Christmas lover.” I feel welcomed! And I do truly love Christmas. As I get ...read more

  • Come And Behold Him

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,798 views

    Take a clear look at some symbols of Christmas to discover the nature of God and His desires for us.

    This morning I want to invite you to join me in reflecting upon the timeless invitation that lies beneath all the activity of this season;…the invitation to COME AND BEHOLD HIM. As one of the great Christmas anthems declares so beautifully… “O come all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant O come ye, ...read more

  • A Community Of Promise Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,034 views

    Change within the unchanging ‘story’ of God’s promise and purpose

    Introduction: Change within the unchanging ‘story’ of God’s promise and purpose. This past week our ministry staff has been at the Vineyard’s national Pastor’s Conference… a time of reaffirming much of what I feel and see as we go forward as a church into the 21st century here on the ...read more

  • Divorce & Remarriage

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,819 views

    A sermon on understanding and applying the intent of God’s word in our lives.

    "It has been said, ’Anyone who divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.’ 32 But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for marital unfaithfulness, causes her to become an adulteress, and anyone who marries the divorced woman commits adultery. Matthew 5:31-32 Some ...read more

  • Embracing The Day

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,245 views

    There is hope in Seeking God in the Present as we look ahead to the future.

    What expectations do you have for this new year which just began? · Perhaps that’s not a question you’ve thought too much about… but every one of us has formed a sense of expectations for life…even if not specific, our souls have a general sense of what we expect in life as we enter a new year. ...read more

  • Experiencing Eternal Life

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 3, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,602 views

    The reality of the Resurrection has deep transforming impact on our lives.

    Max Lucado, in his book, “Six Hours One Friday,” tells the story of a missionary in Brazil who discovered a tribe of Indians in a remote part of the jungle. They lived near a large river. The tribe was in need of medical attention. A contagious disease was ravaging the population. People were dying ...read more