Sermons on Liberty Not License:

Getting Ready To Leave Lesson 10 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 3, 2023

As you spend a life walking with God, serving God and trusting His power; your exit should experience God’s favor and God’s reputation.

A. ELIJAH ON HIS WAY TO MEET GOD: 2 KINGS 2:1-10 1. About to finish. “The LORD was about to take Elijah to heaven” (v. 1): a. Everyone seemed to know (vv. 3, 5, 7). b. Many will see (2:15). c. Some did not think Elijah went to heaven, but to a mountain (vv. 16-18). 2. Note the progression ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Revival 4 Plus 3 Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 3, 2023

Four things we must do to keep/regain God’s presence. Three things God will do for you.

A. REVIVAL WHEN THE FIRE FELL 1. Solomon new king. “I have become king in my father (David) place” (2 Chronicles 6:10, NLT). 2. Right place. “Then Solomon stood before the altar of the Lord in front of the entire community of Israel, and he lifted his hands in prayer” (2 Chronicles 16:12). ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1, 2 Chronicles 7:3, 2 Chronicles 7:14, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Freedom

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 13, 2023

Are Christians free or still tied to the law of Moses?

Are Christians free or not? Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. (Galatians 5:1 KJV) Will laws like circumcision make us right with God? Is circumcision symbolic of the whole law? Listen! I, Paul, tell you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Using Time Wisely Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 29, 2025

Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and today is a gift.

A. WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT TIME "Make the most of your time, because the days are evil” (Eph. 5:16, NASB). “Teach us to number our days, that we may present to You (Lord) a heart of wisdom” (Ps. 90:12, NASB). 1. Definition: “Time is the interval between events.” 2. What does redeem mean? ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16, Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day 2024

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 30, 2025

Mary, an example of a godly woman.

A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 1:26-38; 46-56 1. Sixteen years. How old was Mary when Jesus was born? 2. She needed a Savior. What is our reaction to the claim Mary was born without sin? (Immaculate Conception). “My spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior” (1:47). B. HOW WAS MARY AN EXAMPLE OF A GODLY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-48, Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesians: Introduction 01 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 29, 2024

Spiritual Blessings in Heavenly Place

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Prison Epistle: written by Paul from Rome in prison. “The prisoner of the Lord” (3:1; 4:1). 2. Chapter 1-3 Chapter 4-6 Your calling (1:4) Your conduct (4:1) Your heavenly privilege (1:3) Your earthly duty Your standing in Christ Your state of Christ in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1, Ephesians 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesians: Prayer Of Paul Lesson 02 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 29, 2024

Praying for spiritual revelation.

A. THE PRAYER OF PAUL: 1:15-23 1. What would you ask Paul to pray for you? a. Need list. b. Ministry. c. Physical health/healing. Paul prays for d. A spiritual needs. 2. You must become something before you get, or do something. B. WHY PAUL PRAYED (v. 15) 1. Occasion: Paul heard about the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Did Mary Know? Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 30, 2025

Mary was great because of her character.

A. WHAT DID MARY KNOW? LUKE 1:26-30 “Six months after Elizabeth got pregnant; the angel Gabriel visited the Virgin Mary who was living in Nazareth. She was engaged to Joseph, a descendant of David. The angels said to her, ‘You are given grace, the Lord is with you; you are favored over all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:26-30

Denomination: Baptist

Second Generation Faithfulness Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 31, 2025

Moses, Joshua: Both began ministry in God’s presence.

A. THEIR SIMILARITIES 1. Both began ministry in God’s presence. Moses: “God called out of the midst of the bush” (Exodus 3:4). Joshua: “The Lord spoke unto Joshua … arise, go over this Jordan” (Joshua 1:1-2). 2. What is a call from God? a. Burden b. Desire c. Fruit – usefulness 3. Both saw a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:4, Joshua 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing Down The Walls Lesson 6

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 31, 2025

Victory takes continual obedience, even when nothing seems to happen.

A. APPROACHING THE BATTLE 1. Our battle plan comes from God. “I have given you Jericho, its kings, and all its mighty warriors” (6:2). “Joshua told the priests to carry the Ark of the Covenant around the city. Have seven priests walk in front carrying a ram’s horn. Have armed men lead the way ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Learning From Opening The Book Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2025

Why can Jesus open the book?

A. INTRODUCTION: Revelation 5:1-14 1. The title deed to the universe. What is “the book and the seven seals”? (v. 5). 2. Sin separates and destroys. Why could “no man . . . open and to read the book, neither to look thereon” (v. 4). 3. Who had temporary rulership of the world? “The god of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Honesty Is A Choice

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2025

Honesty is a choice, not a natural growth sequence in life.

“Tell the truth to your neighbor as you expect him to tell you the truth” (Luke 6:13, ELT). 1. You must choose to always do right. a. When corrupt business executives had an opportunity to make millions, they did it because they never made a decision to be ethical. b. If you wait until the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

How God Leads Through Prayer Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2025

When prayer is wrong.

A. WHEN PRAYER IS WRONG 1. Can’t pray to make something right, that is wrong. 2. Can’t pray to force your will on God. 3. Can’t pray to make the impossible happen. Can’t make yesterday, not happen. 4. Can’t pray for God to do what He expects us to do. Save the unsaved without our obedience. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Exodus 15:13, Psalm 118:25

Denomination: Baptist

Arguments For God’s Existence Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 24, 2025

Five self-evident truths.

1. The Bible does not attempt to prove God, but accepts His existence, i.e., “In the beginning God . . .” (Gen. 1:1). 2. “I could no longer disbelieve.” –Sheldon Vanauken Five Self-Evident Truths (That does not need proof) 1. There is a God with complete power and control. 2. There are laws that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Things That Hinder/Weaken Faith Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 24, 2025

Twenty Steps that Weaken Faith.

A. REVIEW LESSONS ON FAITH 1. Faith is a relationship. “Have faith in God” (Mark 11:22). 2. It takes two wings to fly. “Faith without works is dead” (James 2:20). 3. Your faith can grow. “From faith to faith” (Romans 1:17). 4. Different believers’ express faith for different purposes. “Having ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:18, Mark 11:25

Denomination: Baptist