Sermons on Lessons Of God:

Praying The Proverbs: Lesson 2: The Trollop And The Scoffer

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 3, 2006

“For all that is in the world the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life” (I John 2:16 “Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall” (Proverbs 16:18, KJV)

A. WHO IS THE TROLLOP? 1. Webster, “A slovenly, dirty woman, a sexually promiscuous woman, a prostitute.” 2. Trollop came from troll. “To fish by moving the line in water working it up and down, or trailing behind a boat.” A troll is used to catch fish, a trollop catches men. 3. Synonyms: slut, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Parables About Our Heart Lesson 21 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2018

Parables about Our Heart

A. THE PROBLEM OF EATING ON THE SABBATH – MATTHEW 12:1-8 This confrontation happened as Jesus was traveling from Jerusalem towards home. The disciples (not Jesus) were picking and eating grain as they walked. A “truth squad” was spying on Jesus. Jesus answered them: 1. David ate shew bread (v. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

My First Year Of Ministry Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023

"Salvation always My passion, the world My focus, each person My priority."

Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. CLEANSING THE TEMPLE: JOHN 2:13-22 1. Introduce My first year. “When Passover came, spring A.D. 26, I went up to temple” (John 2:13). 2. No longer tolerated heresy and evil, but confronted ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22, John 3:1-21, John 4:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

When He Shall Come Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 31, 2025

Signs of Lord's return in nature, society, and Christian opposition.

A. WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF THE LORD’S RETURN? 1. Signs in nature, i.e., “There shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes” (Matthew 24:7). 2. Signs in society. Lawlessness, violence, sexual immorality, greed, selfish pursuit, pleasure seekers, rebellion, despair (2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:7, 2 Timothy 3:1-4, 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Healing All Who Came Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 20, 2016

Not everyone responds to Jesus the first time He calls.

A. INTRODUCTION Not everyone responds to Jesus the first time. He calls and not everyone responds completely to Jesus’ call. B. FIRST CALL TO PETER – SALVATION (JOHN 1:42) 1. “And he brought him to Jesus. Now when Jesus looked at him He said, ‘You are Simon the son of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:42

Denomination: Baptist

Walking Through Death's Valley Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 21, 2017

What do we know about valleys?

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT VALLEYS? 1. Surrounded by high mountains. There are cliffs or obstacles that will keep you in shadows or the dark. 2. There are mountain barriers to keep you from reaching your goal, but a valley goes through them. 3. There are wrong paths through the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Heals A Mother's Child Lesson 18 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2018

Healing by Faith

A. INTRODUCTION This is the last year of ministry and Jesus will constantly withdraw from the masses and take at least four trips away from Galilee. (Mark 6:31; Mark 7:24; Mark 7:31; Mark 8:13). The reason: 1. Hostility from the Jews. 2. To prepare His disciples for His departure (Matt. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:23

Denomination: Baptist

Letter Paul Wrote To Titus Lesson 49 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Letter Paul wrote to Titus

A. INTRODUCTION 1. What were the conditions of Paul’s first imprisonment in Rome? a. Hired house. b. Visitors. c. Limited freedom. d. No apparent needs. 2. What were the conditions of Paul’s second imprisonment in Rome? a. Damp prison. b. Expected death. c. Deserted by friends. “For Demas has ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Thessalonica Church Of Love Evangelism Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023

Love evangelism and the growth of the early church.

A. INTRODUCTION Love evangelism begins with the immediate family, then branches out to all relationships, but doesn’t stop there. Love evangelism includes neighbors, extended family and strangers. Perhaps love evangelism is best described by the acrostic F.R.A.N. (Friends, Relatives, Associates ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:19, 1 Timothy 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 4: I Am The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 1, 2006

“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep”(John 10:11).

A. INTRODUCTION “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep”(John 10:11). 1. What is a shepherd? One who takes care of the heep. a. It is the owner. “His own sheep” (John 10:4). b. A son of an owner. “Jesse said . . . there remaineth the youngest,he keepeth the sheep” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible And Retirement: Lesson 5: Playing To Win

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 30, 2004

Series: The Bible and Retirement

A. THE END OF THE GAME IS RETIREMENT 1. Retirement doesn’t happen at a chronological age, but at your age of choice. Retirement should be dreamed, planned, and worked for, then enjoyed. 2. Life is a journey to retirement. - You are gonna get in the game whether you want to or not. - You are in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

My Cup Runs Over Lesson 10

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 21, 2017

Relationship is key to understanding Psalm 23

A. RELATIONSHIP IS THE KEY TO UNDERSTANDING PSALM 23 1. The Shepherd’s relationship to me begins with His commitment. a. Possession. “His own sheep” (John 10:4). b. Sacrifice. “The good shepherd giveth His life” (John 10:11). c. Transforms. “He restoreth my soul” (Ps. 23:3). d. Care. “Calleth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

My Cup Runs Over Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

The Shepherd’s relationship to me begins with His commitment.

A. RELATIONSHIP IS THE KEY TO UNDERSTANDING PSALM 23 1. The Shepherd’s relationship to me begins with His commitment. a. Possession. “His own sheep” (John 10:4). b. Sacrifice. “The good shepherd giveth His life” (John 10:11). c. Transforms. “He restoreth my soul” (Ps. 23:3). d. Care. “Calleth ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

John 2:1-11 Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 8, 2025

Jesus showed evangelism and education begins with home and family.

1. When did the miracles happen? On the seventh day. Day 1: “The Pharisees question John the Baptist” (1:19-28). Day 2: “The next day John saw Jesus coming” (1:29). Day 3: “The next day John stood with two of his disciples” (1:35). Day 4: “The day following ... Jesus found Philip” (1:43). Day ...read more

Scripture: John 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

I Ascended Back To Heaven Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018

What Jesus did after ascending back to Heaven

Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. WHAT HAPPENED AT THE ASCENSION? 1. The forces took Me to heaven. a. I was passive. “I was received up” (Acts 1:2). “I was taken up” (Acts 1:9). “Heaven received Me” (Acts 3:21). ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9, Acts 3:21, Ephesians 4:8

Denomination: Baptist