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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Pride can make someone think more highly of themselves than they should. Naaman almost missed a miracle because of pride.
Everyone knows that the lion is the king of the jungle. And they are very prideful. In fact a group of lions are called a pride. One day the lion being filled with pride decided to make sure all the others knew it. He was so confident that he by-passed the smaller animals and went straight to the ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:3
Denomination: Foursquare
Gideon didn't have much going for him but he had faith in the LORD. That was enough and God used him in a mighty way--after this first encounter, that is.
(Note: This message is edited from a sermon preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO on October 9. 2022 and is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: Gideon is mentioned here in Judges and he’s also one of those in the “Hebrews Hall of Fame” in Hebrews 11. I have to confess, the first ...read more
Scripture: Judges 6:11-23
Denomination: Baptist
Living a holy life should be the goal of every Christian.
Living a holy life should be the goal of every Christian. It means that we are separated from the world, as we emulate Jesus Christ daily in our walk with God. This does not mean that we are perfect human beings. It only means that we must do our best to please God. In Hebrews 12:14, the Bible ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 1:15-16
Jesus warned about the problems associated with criticizing others, and of the need to do some spiritual self-examination before passing judgement. He then said that we need to use discernment when dealing with some people.
This morning, we are going to look at the problem of judging others. The definition for the word “judge” that applies to our passage means, “to form a judgment or opinion” and to “decide upon critically.”(1) The key word here is “critically,” for when we judge others we are often being “critical” ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6
We live in a world where “instant gratification” is the order of the day.
We live in a world where “ instant gratification” is the order of the day. We eat fast food , we want lightning speed internet and emojis have replaced letters or long text messages. We also desire the same thing with our prayers. We want immediate answers to our prayers. Now, whilst this is not ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 24:1-66, Luke 1:37
This message is about self-righteousness and how Christians can easily fall into this attitude when we stand in judgment of others.
At Least I Am Not That! Scripture: Luke 18:9-14; Romans 10:3; Proverbs 26:12 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message this morning is “At Least I Am Not That” and it is a message about being self-righteous. To ensure we are all on the same page, I want to give you the definition of ...read more
Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Romans 10:3, Proverbs 26:12
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
A hard look through the book of James
No Spin Zone September 22, 2024 James 2:2 Have you ever looked at the magazine racks when you’re in the stores . . . and everyone looks great! You wonder, how did these people become so beautiful. No lines, no bags, no blemishes. And they’re going to tell us how to look just as amazing as they ...read more
Scripture: James 2:1-7
Christmas Eve Message
Title: The Miracle of the Manger Script: Mt 2 & Lk 2 Type: Advent Series Date: Christmas Eve 2025 Intro: Christmas is all about the joy of finding the Miraculous hidden in the mundane. Back in 2018, a French family found an unexpected treasure. There was a vase, that had been kept in a ...read more
Denomination: Independent/Bible
God’s strength never fails; when we are weary, He renews us, teaching us to hope, trust, and find fresh power in His presence.
Some of us walked in today with a brave face and a tired heart. Bills and busyness have been barking at your heels. Sleep has been thin. Relationships feel fragile. The headlines howl. And somewhere deep inside, a whisper rises: “I’m worn down.” If that’s you, friend, you are in good company. The ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31
Topics: Waiting, Patience
Challenge to believers to be the link in chain of the gospel by not only receiving salvation, but sharing it with others.
Romans 10:13-18 Isaiah 6:1-9 The highest vocation a man/woman can engage in is the service of the Lord God. And God, in His infinite wisdom, has blessed mankind with the stewardship of His blessed Gospel. He did not entrust this blessedness with the angels. For the angel sent to Cornelius gave ...read more
Scripture: Romans 10:13-18, Isaiah 6:1-9
Denomination: Church Of God
God has been so good to us and we should be thankful to Him
1CHRON.16:7-14 AND V.34-36 "THINGS I AM THANKFUL FOR" A) Thanksgiving is a time to count your blessings and give thanks to God! * Everyday should be thanksgiving, but praise God for this day each year that reminds us to take a day for special thanks to our God! * 1Thes.5:18 "In everything give ...read more
Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:7-14, 1 Chronicles 16:34-36
Israel had wonered away from God, gotten lost in her own selfrighteousness, and found herself morally bankrupt. Is America headed the same way?
First Baptist Church Jellico, Tennessee. 37762 Pastor: Bro. Michael Blankenship Web Address:http:www.jfb.faithsite.com.default/asp Day of Decision or Hour of Intent Israel had wondered far away from its place of origin. As if a child lost in a store, she is drawn away by delights of the eye, ...read more
Scripture: Hosea 6:1-5
A short outline for "Sonrise Services" 2001 at Living Waters Baptist Church of Sophia NC
Matthew 28:1 In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. 2And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6
Strengthing the Family
Foundations of the Family: A Place to Begin Again I Timothy 1:5-17 Last week we began a series of messages concerning the importance of restoring the foundations of our families. *The foundation: Malachi 2:14-17 *The foundation - destroyed. 1. Sin nature (Mark 10:5-6). The reality of ...read more
Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5-17
Those without Christ will not just come to church, we must "go" out and get them.
Compel Them to Come In 15 ¶ When one of those at the table with him heard this, (Dinner edicate- lower seat) he said to Jesus, "Blessed is the man who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God." (“Home at Last”) 16 Jesus replied: "A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many ...read more
Scripture: Luke 15:14-24