Sermons on Kingdom Without Pretense:

Psalm 119 - Beth - V.9-16 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 20, 2011

What do I have to do to live a pure life before God? The psalmist asks this question of himself, and of those he is instructing... In these verses the psalmist sets forth a series of actions on the part of the follower, and what those actions will do to h

How can I live a pure life before God? This is the question posed by the Psalmist here in the Beth section of Psalm 119 (v.9-16) We find ourselves asking that same question… “How can I be holy? How can I be pure before God?” and many of us fall into the lie and deception of Satan ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Outsiders

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 20, 2011

Are we mindful of how we come across to unbelievers? Are we aware of how the unchurched look at those who call themselves Christians? It would serve us well to gain a better understanding about how important it is to present ourselves in the right way.

THE OUTSIDERS INTRODUCTION: We come to church and we’re mostly surrounded by “insiders” people who are Christians like us but how much consideration do we give to those who are still outside? Are we mindful of how we come across to unbelievers? Do we care how we present ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Daleth - Psalm 119:25-32 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 2, 2011

Confession of sin is vital, but just as vital to the growth of the believer is active obedience to live out the faith God has instilled within our heart!

Daleth November 2, 2011 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wednesday Bible Study Series Psalm 119:25-32 (ESV) – 4 of 22 25My soul clings to the dust; give me life according to your word! Our life is destined for death, our mortality is on our minds and we find our very soul clinging to or being pressed ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

His Way Or The Highway Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 9, 2011

A study of chapter 32 verses 1 through 20

Isaiah 32: 1 – 20 His Way Or The Highway 1 Behold, a king will reign in righteousness, and princes will rule with justice. 2 A man will be as a hiding place from the wind, and a cover from the tempest, as rivers of water in a dry place, as the shadow of a great rock in a weary land. 3 The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 32:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

He - Psalm 119:33-40 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 9, 2011

Do we rely on God in our service to Him? Or do we try to do things on our own? Here the psalmist gives us a template of how we must know and understand that we rely on God... that we will fail on our own, and we must go to God and ask Him to equip us and

He November 9, 2011 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wednesday Bible Study Series Psalm 119:33-40 (ESV) – 5 of 22 As we come to this passage (33-40) we find the psalmist asking God to provide several things for him… but not for his edification, but to equip Him to be the leader God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:33-40

Denomination: Baptist

True Faith In The Lord Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 10, 2011

1- True faith demonstrates the love 2- True faith shares the faith 3- True faith refreshes the saints

INTRO.- I say PhI-lemon. Some say Phile-mon. What do you say? You know old Philemon, don’t you? He was a slave owner. Onesimus had run away and came back a Christian, consequently, Paul asked Philemon to receive him back and treat him kindly. It pays to be kind, don’t you know? What you sow ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:4-7, Philemon 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let The Lord Move You This Christmas Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 24, 2011

God wants to move us: 1. From ordinary living to extraordinary living (8). 2. From fear to faith (9-11). 3. From condemnation to salvation (11). 4. From sadness to gladness (10-14 & 20). 5. From a pointless life to a heavenly purpose (15-18).

Back to the Best of Christmas Part 3: Let the Lord Move You this Christmas Luke 2:6-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 25, 2011 *I sure am glad that you are here this morning. Some of you have travelled a long way to get here. Christmas is a time when people are on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-20

Denomination: Baptist

Ready To Open My Treasures

Contributed by Doane Brubaker on Dec 30, 2011

A sermon for Epiphany: the Magi inspire us to believe in Jesus' royal birth, to walk in his radiant light, and to present him with rightful treasures.

Ready to Open My Treasures Matthew 2:2 Ages ago, some pilgrims - we call them Wise Men or Magi - set out on a long and uncertain journey in search of the promised Messiah. Their quest was gloriously rewarded, thanks to that guiding star. Whatever led you here this morning, I believe God is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:2

Denomination: Mennonite

I'll Begin Again

Contributed by Allan Bendert on Jan 1, 2012

What happens when we fail?

I’LL BEGIN AGAIN HEBREWS 2:10-18 IN BRINGING MANY SONS AND DAUGHTERS TO GLORY, IT WAS FITTING THAT GOD, FOR WHOM AND THROUGH WHOM EVERYTHING EXISTS, SHOULD MAKE THE PIONEER OF THEIR SALVATION PERFECT THROUGH WHAT HE SUFFERED. BOTH THE ONE WHO MAKES PEOPLE HOLY AND THOSE WHO ARE MADE HOLY ARE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Lose Your Doubts Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jan 8, 2012

How do we deal with the doubts that creep into our lives? We don't want doubt in our Christian lives, but when it does come how do we deal with it? We look at Doubting Thomas and how Jesus helped him with his doubts.

Losing your Doubts (Be the Biggest Loser in 2012 series, #1) Jan. 8, 2012 Text : John 20:24-31 24 Now Thomas (also known as Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. 25 So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he said to them, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Nazarene

What Time Is It

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 12, 2012

A Message calling the church to step up for Christ.

What Time Is It? Haggai 1:1-11 / Romans 13:11-14 * (READ Haggai) In 1969 a rock album entitled “The Chicago Transit Authority” was released with huge success. One of the songs on that album was entitled “Does anybody really know what time it is.” Candidly, that song is considered a rock classic ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A New Ministry Begins

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 15, 2012

This is the Induction sermon for the new Assistant Pastor at an inner city church in Toronto

Can everyone hear me at the back? A preacher asked that once and someone called out: “Yes, but I wouldn't mind changing seats with someone who can't”. Another pastor was greeting folks at the door after the service. A woman came up and said, "Pastor, that was a very good sermon." The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Terms Of Endearment

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 22, 2012

Admonitions from 1 John to believers.

“Terms of Endearment” Several years ago there was a popular movie entitled “Terms of Endearment” and it starred Shirley MacLaine, Debra Winger, Danny Devito and Jack Nicholson. It was about a mother daughter relationship and it enjoyed critical acclaim. Tonight I’m ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Smell Today? Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 23, 2012

If there are so many things offensive to our noses just imagine how God must react to the putrid stench of sin or some of the smelly things even believers do.

Some days I wonder why God decided to give human beings noses. I think that and then I have to put on a pair of glasses and I know at least one reason. There are other times I am glad I have a nose: as a child my favorite intersection in Tulsa Oklahoma was 21st and Sheridan. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Understanding Temptation

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 24, 2012

Temptation can take us by surprise sometimes. We can get discouraged when we find ourselves giving in over and over. We get overwhelmed when it seems like we can't catch a break. What can we do? It's important that we understand what's going on so we can

UNDERSTANDING TEMPTATION James 1:13-18 1) The difference between testing and temptation. • Testing is good; temptation is not (Vs. 17). Every good and perfect gift is from above. Therefore, since God doesn’t tempt anyone temptation is not good. However, it isn’t sin, since Jesus ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ