Sermons on Lifeway:

Why Care? Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Nov 14, 2014

We are to share God's passion for reaching the nations.

Title: Why Care? Text: Jonah 4:1-11 Truth: We are to share God’s passion for reaching the nations. Aim: I want believers to express this passion by praying for missionaries and giving to missions. Life Question: Why should I care whether others hear God’s message of ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Care Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Oct 1, 2014

God’s people build community as they show their care for others.

Title: Who Cares? Text: 1 Peter 4:9-10; 1 Thessalonians 5:15; John 4:9-14; Philippians 2:25-30 Truth: God’s people build community as they show their care for others. Aim: To encourage showing care for others. Life Question: How can I help build a caring community? INTRODUCTION Robert ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Accept One Another

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 16, 2021

Since we are accepted by Christ, we must accept one another.

According to LifeWay Research, when asked about their most significant struggle this past year, pastors pointed to the disunity in their congregation caused by COVID and the various protocols put in place. Many factors no doubt play a role in this problem, but one statistic may underscore a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Repent Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 28, 2022

Repentance means turning from sin to the Savior, resulting in a change of attitude, affection, and action.

While we were on vacation last week, we were able to spend time with family, including all six of our grandchildren. We shared three pounds of fresh cheese curds and Beth gave me some cherry brats for Father’s Day. We also attended a community festival complete with face painting, food vendors, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Going With The Gospel Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 21, 2020

We gather to grow, and we scatter to sow.

Last weekend we focused on the beatitude of Jesus found in Matthew 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” We were encouraged to lament our losses, to be sorrowful about our sins, to cry over the condition of Christians and non-Christians, and to weep for our world. While ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8, John 15:20, 2 Timothy 3:12

Denomination: Baptist

A Vision Worth Sharing

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 14, 2023

Romans 10 has three-fold moves in the chapter. Paul critiques legalistic righteousness, speaks to genuine righteousness residing in the soul, and points to visionary faith that comes through inspiring words. Paul says those who share the Good News have beautiful, pure feet.

This past week there was a post on the Fort Gibson Forum. It had a picture of a pretty horse walking down a paved road. He/she had a saddle and bridal but no rider guiding him toward a worthwhile destination. Not sure where the horse was headed. Though he looked confident, his owner had to come and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-15, Matthew 15:8-9, Matthew 28:16-20, Ephesians 1:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Everyone Giving Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 1, 2023

No one can give everything, but everyone can give something.

EVERYONE Giving 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 Rev. Brian Bill April 29-30, 2023 When a dad and his family came into church one weekend, the son saw his dad put a one-dollar bill in the offering box. As they were driving home after the service, the father started complaining: “I didn’t like the music, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Everyone Going Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 22, 2023

The last commission of Jesus must be the first mission of the church.

EVERYONE Going Matthew 28:16-20 Rev. Brian Bill May 20-21, 2023 Now it came to pass that a group existed who called themselves fishers. And lo, there were many fish in the waters all around. In fact, the whole area was surrounded by streams and lakes filled with fish. And the fish were hungry. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Guarding The Good Deposit Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 27, 2023

Focus on good doctrine and be an example of faithfulness.

Guard the Good Deposit 2 Timothy 1:13-18 Rev. Brian Bill June 24-25, 2023 I want to begin with a provocative quote from a post called, “The Cult of Culture” by Kenny Luck. “Watch out for the world. It’s after you. It wants you in its cult following, wooing you with pleasures and power, fame and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Woman At The Well Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 29, 2024

Nathanial Hawthorn wrote The Scarlet Letter nearly two centuries ago. Hester Prynne was a young lady who had a child out of wedlock. As punishment for her adultery, she was forced to wear a scarlet letter A on her dress. The Women by the Well didn’t wear such a letter, but she might as well have.

Many years ago in St. Louis, a lawyer visited a Christian to transact some business. Just before the two parted, his client said to him, “I’ve often wanted to ask you a question, but I’ve been afraid to do so.” “What do you want to know?” asked the lawyer. The man replied, “I’ve wondered why you’re ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-30

Denomination: Baptist

Part 19: God Wants Us To Pray For His Protection Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 31, 2025

God Wants Us to Pray for His Protection... 1. So He exposes the evil that we face (vs. 1-4). 2. So He explains the excellence of our LORD God (vs. 5-9.) 3. So He gives us a great example of prayer (vs. 5-12).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 19: God Wants Us to Pray for His Protection Psalm 36:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 31, 2025) MESSAGE: *God is watching over us all the time. I can think of a dozen times when I would have been seriously hurt or killed, if the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 36:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Along With Others Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 24, 2025

If we want the gospel to move along, we must get along.

Getting Along with Others Philippians 4:2-3 Rev. Brian Bill March 22-23, 2025 Several years ago, Thom Rainer, former CEO of Lifeway Resources, conducted an online survey to assess what kinds of conflict congregations are afflicted with. After sifting through a long list, he picked his favorites ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Giving To Please God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 14, 2025

Because we’re partakers of grace and partners in the gospel, we’re to participate in giving to God’s work by practicing joyful generosity.

Giving to Please God Philippians 4:14-23 Rev. Brian Bill April 12-13, 2025 When I was growing up, my mom insisted that my sisters and I had to write thank you notes whenever we would receive a gift. To reinforce this, she would tell us we couldn’t use the gift we were given until the note was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-23

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven - Myth Or Reality? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 16, 2023

Heaven is a real place, and we need to understand what lies within our future. Our perspective or vision of Heaven should influence our daily lives and choices. Don’t listen to the myth that Heaven will be boring!

Series: Heaven! Sermon: Heaven – Reality or Myth? Subject: What is Heaven Like? Thesis: Heaven is a real place, and we need to understand what lies within our future. Our perspective or vision of Heaven should influence our daily lives and choices. Don’t listen to the myth that Heaven will be ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3, Hebrews 2:14-15, Isaiah 43:13, Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Direction

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 12, 2004

Every church needs direction, a vision that kees us from coming unglued. We find that direction in the five functions of a New Testament Church

THE WINDOW Bible-Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships Dr. Russell Brownworth, pastor July 11, 2004 Allow me to take your mind back 4 ½ years ago. Some (many) of you were sitting in the fellowship hall. Questions were ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: United Methodist