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  • Hung By The Tongue

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 27, 2015
     | 8,608 views

    An entertaining sermon based on a great clip from a classic Christmas movie. It is about the tongue getting us in trouble.

    Hung by the Tongue James 3:1-12 Start with video clip from “A Christmas Story” There is no doubt that our tongue can get us in trouble. Maybe not stuck to a flagpole... but our words have often gotten us into jams we could not get out of...RIGHT???? That is what James had in mind ...read more

  • The Reality Of The Resurrection

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Apr 14, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,231 views

    This message deals with three basic scriptural proofs of the reality of the resurrection of Christ.

    The Reality Of The Resurrection Text: Mark 16:1-8 Intro: Today we celebrate what is commonly called Easter. The word “Easter” is used but once in all of the Scriptures (Acts 12:4). The Greek word from which it is transliterated is “Pascha,” which means, ...read more

  • He Taught Them Many Parables… (The Doctor And The Sick) # 23

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022
     | 922 views

    At times, we all feel like we are misunderstood. And many times it is not a feeling, it is a reality.

    For example, sometimes our dogs misunderstand some things about us. Someone suggested these are some of the misunderstandings our pet dogs have... • Getting up does NOT mean we are going for a walk • Just because I'm eating, doesn't mean you can But not only do we have misunderstandings ...read more

  • The Cornerstone Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 23, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,893 views

    The cornerstone of Christian worship is The Lord's Supper. But sometimes this foundational part of church is buried by other stuff. What could bury Communion and how can we avoid that danger?

    On Sunday July 4th, 1848 a cornerstone was laid for the Washington Monument. It was made of pure white marble weighing 24,500 pounds and had been dragged through the streets of Washington from the railroad station to the site. It was a dramatic event - attended by a crowd of about 20,000 people. ...read more

  • Judas: The Tale Of A Traitor

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 17, 2020
     | 5,860 views

    Nobody knew Judas was going to be a traitor--except the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Note: this message is structured as a "textual" message, in that the texts are structured to show the progression and true agenda of Judas Iscariot. Introduction: Can you think of anyone who is a worse influence than a traitor? A traitor, by definition, is one who pretends to be loyal to ...read more

  • Laying It Down

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 27, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,608 views

    Jesus' sheep know their Shepherd's voice, and they are safe.

    WHEN I WAS A KID, I loved to go to my grandmother’s house. One of the things I remember about that house was a picture on the wall over the bed where I slept. It was a picture of Jesus. There’s a good chance you’ve seen it, or one like it. It shows the full stature of our Lord. ...read more

  • O Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 12, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 3,515 views

    exposition on Matt ch 23 v 34 - 39

    O JERUSALEM Matthew 23 v. 34 - ch 24 v. 2 1. What weeping v. 37 "thou that killest the prophets" Note:- (a) The explanation of His grief it was because of :- (1) Their sin - "killing and stoning the prophets" (2) Their stubborness - "how often would I have gathered you as a hen gathers her ...read more

  • Like Waldo, I'm In The Crowd

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 13, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 3,711 views

    Identifing with the people that are listed in these verses

    Like Waldo, I’m in the crowd! Matt. 11:1-6 There has been a time in my life when I have been like the blind man, that I too couldn’t see, maybe not phyically but spiritually. There has been times in my life, I have been like the lame man, not ...read more

  • An Encouraging Word

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,381 views

    Thesis: Encouragement is believing the best about someone.

    Thesis: Encouragement is believing the best about someone. Intro.: 1. As Christians, we need all the encouragement we can get! a. We need encouragement because it's easy to become discouraged! (Gal. 6:9; 1 Cor. 15:58). b. That's one reason God places us in churches. 2. Encouragement is a ...read more

  • When Seeing Is Not Believing

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,230 views

    Thesis: Faith that requires proof is inferior to faith that does not have to see in order to believe.

    Thesis: Faith that requires proof is inferior to faith that does not have to see in order to believe. Intro.: 1. Illust. I'll never forget the day I was told that I was going to be a father. "You've got to be kidding!" was about all I could say. I was assured that this was no joke--all the proper ...read more

  • A Second Chance

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 57 ratings
     | 5,426 views

    Thesis: Jesus gives second chances to those willing to take them.

    Thesis: Jesus gives second chances to those willing to take them. Intro.: Announce text: John 21--a resurrection appearance of Jesus to his disciples. I. A FISHING STORY (21:1-14). < Read and comment ... > A. After Verse Three: 1. Peter, James, & John are fishermen by trade. 2. Why do they ...read more

  • Your Daddy Must Be Crazy

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 66 ratings
     | 2,632 views

    Thesis: Anyone who becomes a Christian makes a radical change! Intro.

    Thesis: Anyone who becomes a Christian makes a radical change! Intro.: 1. Possible to become a Christian and seemingly not have to change very much at all. a. Might have a few moral adjustments to make. b. If already moral, it would appear nothing changes. 2. We want to challenge that notion ...read more

  • Deacons: Servants Of The Church

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 168 ratings
     | 8,899 views

    Thesis: Deacons are spiritual leaders who share a concern for the needs of the church with the elders and work under their guidance.

    Thesis: Deacons are spiritual leaders who share a concern for the needs of the church with the elders and work under their guidance. Intro.: 1. Earlier this year this congregation appointed its first group of elders. a. Watershed event in our history. b. Reflective of our desire to imitate the ...read more

  • Every-Member Ministry

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 101 ratings
     | 6,483 views

    Thesis: Every Christian is a minister with a responsibility to serve.

    Thesis: Every Christian is a minister with a responsibility to serve. Intro.: 1. I love being a minister! a. Preaching ... Weddings ... Baptisms ... Funerals. b. Illust. "Folder of Encouragement" (read excerpts) 2. But do you know what's sad? So many of you have been led to think that only ...read more

  • His Witness

    Contributed by Darryl Muse on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 13 ratings
     | 2,211 views

    That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched--this we proclaim concerning the Word of life.

    That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched--this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. Witness…to furnish proof of…to have personal or direct cognizance of …one asked to be present at a transaction ...read more