Sermons on Marriage Commitment:

The Giver God Loves

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Jul 3, 2011

Our giving should be joyful and uncoerced, and we should be thankful for the opportunity to give

The Giver God Loves Dr. Russell K. Tardo Scripture Reference: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7. The subject of giving is one that I don't often address. Unfortunately, the subject of giving is so frequently and widely taught these days that many Christians have grown weary at the prospect of hearing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church At Worship

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 3, 2010

The apostolic command to be filled with the Spirit is a corporate responsibility of each congregation, and not simply an individual command. Paul instructs the churches what Spirit-filled worship looks like in this text.

“Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christ Is Insulted And Mohammed Is Honoured

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 25, 2014

A religion without a saviour that has suffered cannot endure insults to win those who mock. A religion that cannot bear insults must bear the impossible load of upholding the honour of one who did not give his life for others.

“Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves. Beware of men, for they will deliver you over to courts and flog you in their synagogues, and you will be dragged before governors and kings for my sake, to bear witness before them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Half Hearted And Hating It Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on May 29, 2014

Many times we're not overcoming the weaknesses in our lives and inhabiting the land God has given us because of the same excuses Israel made for not overcoming the land God gave them. Learn how to inhabit your inheritance!

Turn to bibles…Judges 1-2:5 Started a new series in the book of Judges. The Book of Judges begins with a series of victories and defeats that took place “After the death of Joshua”. The boundary lines for the twelve tribes had been determined years before (Josh. 13–22), ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Christmas According To Paul Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 12, 2013

Paul's theology of the incarnation is explored.

“When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons.” [1] Irreligious individuals occasionally and foolishly charge that there never was a birth of the Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Testing Loyalty Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 30, 2013

David put his covenant friendship with Jonathan to the test. He does so by putting his life in Jonathan's hand. It is the occasion for a confirmation of the covenant between them & also of a very sad parting.

The Life of David: David's Early Years 1 SAMUEL 20:1-23 TESTING LOYALTY This is a sad chapter in the lives of Saul, Jonathan and David. David goes to Jonathan convinced that Saul is intent on putting him to death. David is seeking to learn what he has done to cause Saul to feel this way ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Up For Right, Even When Everybody Else Is Doing Wrong

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Jun 13, 2013

With that said... and in order for us to understand how these whom our text describe as “certain men” developed such strong character, fortitude, and perseverance and how they had the ability to stand in the midst of adversity...

STANDING UP FOR RIGHT EVEN WHEN EVERYBODY ELSE IS DOING WRONG DANIEL 3:10-15 Intended for Reading on the Lord’s Day June 9, 2013 Delivered By Rev. Kelvin L. Parks At New Home Baptist Church, Chattanooga, Tennessee Pastor: Elder Spotts Youth Day Program • I will bless the Lord at all ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

A New & Living Way Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 17, 2014

1) Faith (Hebrews 10:19-22) 2) Hope (Hebrews 10:23), 3) Love (Hebrews 10:24–25)

In 1976 Francis Schaeffer wrote a significant book titled How Should We Then Live? His purpose was to show how ideas as they have been embraced or discarded have shaped the rise and decline of Western culture. In his opening chapter he writes: “What [people] are in their thought world ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Other

Blameless Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 6, 2014

1) Our Past is already taken care of (1 Corinthians 1:3-4, 6), 2) Our Present is provided for (1 Corinthians 1:5, 7a), and 3) Our Future is assured (1 Corinthians 1:7b-9).

There's a certain degree of optimism at the start of a new school year. There are no late homework assignments or projects. There are no low results from tests, no absences and no detentions from bad behavior. In essence, there is a flawless report and a blameless record. The challenge naturally is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9

Denomination: Other

The Christian And The Bible.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 25, 2014

The Christian and the Bible. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). What the Bible Is: (1). Water for cleansing (vs 9). (2). Wealth and treasure (vs 14, 72, 127, 162). (3). A companion and friend (vs 24). (4). A song to sing (vs 54). (5). Honey (vs 103). (B). What the Bible Does: (1). It blesses (vs 1-2). (2). It gives life (vs 25, 37, 40, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-176

Denomination: Brethren

Standing In The Midst Of The Lampstands

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 16, 2012

Christ appoints whom He wills to preach the message of life, and He holds those whom He appoints in His hand.

“I turned to see the voice that was speaking to me, and on turning I saw seven golden lampstands, and in the midst of the lampstands one like a son of man, clothed with a long robe and with a golden sash around his chest. The hairs of his head were white, like white wool, like snow. His eyes were ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Mocking Jesus Of Nazareth

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 7, 2012

To the world, Christ and His people appear weak. So the world mocks Him. However, in His weakness, He exhibits His strength.

“The men who were holding Jesus in custody were mocking him as they beat him. They also blindfolded him and kept asking him, ‘Prophesy! Who is it that struck you?’ And they said many other things against him, blaspheming him.” Perhaps you imagine that the soldiers who beat Jesus and mocked Him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:63-65

Denomination: Baptist

The Day The Light Came Back Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 8, 2012

This is both the Good Friday and Easter Sunday Message. Friday was: The Day the Light Went Out and Sunday was: The Day the Light Returned

Good Friday The night before the Israelites fled from Egypt the Angel of Death visited leaving the first born of the entire nation dead. It was the darkest day in the history of Egypt. Friday, October 13, 1307 the soldiers of King Philip of France arrested and executed the leaders of the Knights ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Dam Busters! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 29, 2011

The Bible uses the symbolism of water repeatedly to make the point about spiritual life giving water which comes only from Jesus and Father God. This healing water is designed by God to bring life and healing to the nations and to the people of the world.

Series: Let the River Flow Slide 1: Series: Let the river flow! • The Introduction to this series: I received the idea for this message during my spiritual retreat at IHOP – it just hit me during my prayer time and listening to the group sing about Healing Waters! • I honestly feel in my heart ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gathering To Grow Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 30, 2011

We must turn around (‘repent’) from the depth of our self-will… and give ourselves…immerse ourselves (‘be baptized’) in the life of Jesus…now risen and ruling and revealing God’s will.

Gathering to Grow Series: ROOTS Brad Bailey – October 16, 2011 Intro – I want to begin by asking a question: Why are you here? Why are we here together? It’s always good to stop and consider WHY we are doing something… what the purpose is. Because when we loose clarity on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational