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  • Excusing Our Sin: "I'm A Good Person"

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 5, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,165 views

    This message looks at what we really mean when we say, "He’s a good person" and what the Biblical standard is to be able to say that.

    1. Our Belief: “I’m a good person.” 2. Some Examples Of God’s Standards: a. It’s a blot on our record every time we get angry at a friend without cause. - Matthew 5:21-22. - We’ll say, “Well, at least I’m not a murderer,” but here we see that we’re in danger of judgment for our unjustified ...read more

  • Have You Ever Noticed How Criticism Can Be A Way Of Life?

    Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,169 views

    In a culture where the lines of right and wrong, good and evil have become blurred, how and who determines what is the standard for what is true and what is false?

    Have you ever noticed how criticism can be a way of life? In fact, we might say that it is the democratic way of life and an integral part of our society. We have music critics, art critics, drama critics and movies critics. Politicians, athletes, teachers and preachers are critiqued. We critique ...read more

  • Blowing Our Doors Off

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 10, 2010
     | 2,593 views

    Here walked a man that the disciples were drooling over. He was righteous, rich, and ready to become a follower of Jesus. But the standards were out of reach for him.

    Passage: Matthew 19:16-30 Intro: I saw a campaign sign this week that made me think. 1. “water is our future” 2. if it is, we are in trouble. 3. I like water, but it can only do so much 4. but that kind of statement reveals a classic human characteristic. 5. we look for security ...read more

  • A Great Example For Every Christian Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 23, 2017
     | 8,885 views

    We should follow the footsteps of Joseph. 1. Remember that God is with us. 2. Remain true to God’s standards. 3. Remind people of the Savior.

    A Great Example for Every Christian Acts 7:8-16 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 22, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Remember that here in Acts 7 one of the first deacons was on trial for the cause of Christ. His name was Stephen, and he was on trial for his life before the ...read more

  • Differences Between Mary And Martha

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 21, 2014
     | 21,390 views

    To show that we need to be busy with the LORD and not for the LORD. To show different standard of living or lifestyles of faith, we pattern our lifestyle of living according to Mary.

    I. EXORDIUM: Who are you like? Martha or Mary? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to be busy with the LORD and not for the LORD. To show different standard of living or lifestyles of faith, we pattern our lifestyle of living according to Mary. IV. ...read more

  • For Fathers

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jun 10, 2022
     | 2,739 views

    This Sermon is for Fathers. It gives practical AND Spiritual lessons on being a Father. It can be used on Fathers Day or for Parenting Classes. It is also a standard to Pastor a Church by.

    2 Corinthians 13:14 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen. 1 John 2:13 I write to you, fathers, because you have known Him who is from the beginning. I write to you, young men, because you have overcome the wicked one. I ...read more

  • Are You Dressed Right

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 31, 2022
     | 5,276 views

    Society today dictates that tolerance is to accept and agree with whatever someone or something believes is ok . God dictates that we love unconditionally, but uphold a standard of Holiness.

    “Are You Dressed Right” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 3:12 “For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil”. PRAYER: OPENING:- It is amazing how God will allow you go all ...read more

  • Courting Danger Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 6, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,359 views

    Ultimately the biblical issue is Church division. Just as there can be internal actions that divide the church, there can also be external actions that divide the church. Paul hopes to set a biblical standard here for believers to follow.

    COURTING DANGER 1 Corinthians 6:1-8 INTRODUCTION: When I hear the word courting, my mind immediately goes to thoughts of dating, courtship and marriage. So, it was not so much of a jump to remember this story about marriage,: A wife was sitting at the breakfast table and asked her husband, “What ...read more

  • How To Serve The Church Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 2, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,314 views

    The way to serve the church, the way to serve God in the church, is to build it up by proclaiming the gospel, by helping those who come to faith to grow, and by encouraging them to become mature believers who in turn can bring others into the kingdom.

    Bill is a 19 ½ year old Uni Student. He’s been a Christian for some 5 or 6 years, having been converted through his youth group. He volunteers as a leader of the youth group on a Friday night. His friends call him Blue because he has red hair. Violet is a 67 year old retiree. She’s still ...read more

  • How Ministers Serve The Church And The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008
     | 4,153 views

    The way to serve God in the church, is to build it up by proclaiming the gospel, by helping those who come to faith to grow, and by encouraging them to become mature believers who in turn can bring others into God’s kingdom.

    Lee is a 19 year old Uni Student. He’s been a Christian for some 5 or 6 years, having been converted through his youth group and he volunteers as a leader of the youth group on a Friday night. Violet is a 70 year old retiree. She’s still energetic enough, in bursts at least, to be keen to ...read more

  • The Christian Response To A Church Fight Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 15, 2019
     | 3,861 views

    This challenging passage gives us insight into Paul's handling of contention.

    - Let me acknowledge up front that this can be a challenging passage. It’s not easily clear how all the pieces go together. As we wander through these six verses, hopefully we can bring them together in a meaningful way. THE STARTING POINT OF THE CHURCH FIGHT: Paul didn’t measure up to their ...read more

  • Holiness:  A Ticket To See The Lord Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 301 views

    This sermon will explore the significance of holiness as the ticket to see the Lord, both in our daily walk with Him and in eternity.

    HOLINESS:  A TICKET TO SEE THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:14 – “Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord.” Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:8, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 2 Corinthians 7:1, Ephesians 5:27, Revelation ...read more

  • Outside Of The Box

    Contributed by John Telgren on Feb 11, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,006 views

    The Bible is our standard and is what defines our freedoms and boundaries. It is important to spend generous amounts of time in the word in order to grow in knowing God and how God want us to serve him

    In a conversation, someone posed an interesting and much needed question to me. "Is it wise to think outside of the box?" There are many, including myself, who have used this phrase. Wisdom would seem to dictate that this, like many other things, should have a caveat to it. Many things pressed to ...read more

  • Is There Wisdom In Wisdom? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 29, 2015
    based on 14 ratings
     | 42,516 views

    God was pleased to give Solomon His wisdom and Solomon often spoke of the importance of seeking that wisdom. So, why was Solomon telling us here in Ecclesiastes that wisdom is empty and disappointing?

    TITLE: Is There Wisdom In Wisdom? TEXT: Ecclesiastes 1:12-18/2:12-16 The average public library has between 10,000 to 15,000 books on its shelves. (http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/50441) During the War of 1812 (between England and America), the British invaded Washington D.C. and burnt much of it ...read more

  • Do Not Take An Oath – Let What You Say Be Simply Yes Or No Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 5, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,674 views

    In these five verses Jesus sets forth 1) the original Mosaic teaching, 2) the traditional perversion of that teaching, and 3) His own reemphasis of what God’s standard for truth has always been.

    Whether you are a child or an adult, Truth is so scarce that nearly everyone is suspect. Business people, advertisers, commentators, clerks, salesmen, lawyers, doctors, tradesmen, teachers, writers, politicians, and even many, if not most, preachers are suspect. Our whole society is largely built ...read more