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What We Believe About God Series

Contributed by Todd Blair on May 16, 2022

God is. God can be known.

Many years ago (2006) at another church (Hulen St. Baptist) where I was attending, I volunteered to help corral, I mean teach a group of 1st-5th graders on a Wednesday night. It just so happened that the kids were learning about the book of Genesis and had learned the previous week about Adam and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Walk Of The Believer In Jesus (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 20, 2022

There is a stark difference between the Kingdom of Heaven and the Kingdom of this world. It can be difficult to understand the distinctions for someone new to the faith. We must remember that this world is not our home and the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus is substantially different from the world.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View this message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/125186 Introduction I recently received a newspaper from Pastor Matt from the Washington Times, entitled, “America’s Church Leaders Now Wolves ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32, 1 Peter 1:3-5, Colossians 3:9-10, James 1:19, Proverbs 14:29, Proverbs 15:18, James 4:1, Hebrews 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

The Walk Of The Believer In Jesus (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 26, 2022

As we continue through the end of Ephesians 4, we have learned from Paul several transitions in the life of the believer that should be observed as a result of the work of Christ in their life.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Watch this message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/129300 Introduction As we continue through the end of Ephesians 4, we have learned from Paul several transitions in the life of the believer ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Brethren

What We Believe About Mankind Series

Contributed by Todd Blair on Jun 2, 2022

What does it mean to be made in God's image?

We are continuing our study on what we believe and why and today we are back in Genesis looking at the creation of mankind, starting with Adam and Eve. I heard that Adam was sitting in the Garden of Eden, talking to God one day and he said, "God, you've given me life, the purpose of naming ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What We Believe About Salvation Series

Contributed by Todd Blair on Jun 6, 2022

Why are we saved? How are we saved? And for what reason are we saved?

I have several items of good news and bad news for you today. I'll start with good news. The good news is I went to find some good news, bad news jokes to start my message and just decided to skip that part all together. They were all horrible and I knew y'all would appreciate me leaving ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What We Believe About The Church Series

Contributed by Todd Blair on Jun 22, 2022

What was the first church devoted to and are we devoted to those things?

Okay, I have a question for you. If you are driving through town and you see a store or some kind of business that has one of those giant inflatable gorillas on top, are you more or less inclined to stop into that business? You know what I'm talking about. Maybe it's an inflatable cowboy or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What We Believe About Stewardship Series

Contributed by Todd Blair on Jul 19, 2022

We don't give to obey the Law. We give to be obedient to God.

So...how's it going? No, seriously. I mean how is your life really going right now? Pretty good? Could be better? Awful? Don't answer out loud but just think about it. On a scale of one to ten, how is your life? One is depressed and miserable. Ten is living a full and abundant life. If ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Tithing For Believers - Under Grace Or Law?

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Feb 25, 2024

Tithing can be a much misunderstood and often much abused subject as I have seen from so many televangelists. What is Biblical, New Testament tithing? An obligation under the Law or an act of grace? For me Scripture is clear. See if you agree.

TITHING FOR BELIEVERS - UNDER GRACE OR LAW? One favourite text for promoting tithing is: Luke 6:38 Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Church Of God

The Marks Of A Truly Born Again Believer. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 8, 2024

In today's churches, it's essential to discern who is genuinely born again.

In today's churches, it's essential to discern who is genuinely born again. This sermon explores the biblical marks of a true believer, the consequences of neglecting true salvation preaching, and the transformative power of embracing genuine salvation. Marks of a Truly Born-Again ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4-5, 1 John 5:13

A Wake Up Call For Preachers And Believers Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 9, 2024

This sermon exposes the dangers of worldliness, the consequences of neglecting true salvation preaching, and the transformative power of genuine salvation.

Many claim to be Christians, but their lives reveal a different story. This sermon exposes the dangers of worldliness, the consequences of neglecting true salvation preaching, and the transformative power of genuine salvation. The Deception of Worldliness 1. Conforming to the World (Romans 12:2): ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Proverbs 29:25, Matthew 7:21-23

Stand Up For What You Believe PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to confidently share their faith in Christ, confronting falsehoods with the truth of the Gospel, always with gentleness and respect.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a beautiful day that the Lord has made? Every sunrise is a fresh canvas painted by His hand, a testament to His unfailing love and faithfulness. As we gather here today, let's turn our hearts towards the unchanging truth of God's Word, our compass in a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Topics: Witness, Preparedness

The Case Of The Missing Silver Cup

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Mar 26, 2022

God will use whatever it takes to get our attention

God uses strange ways to speak to the hearts of people. The Bible is filled with story after story in which God used unusual methods and means to get the attention of certain people. In Ex.3:10 we see Moses – God used a burning bush to speak to this disgraced prince. In Numbers 22:28-31 in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Tapped In To The Powerful Love Of Christ Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Nov 15, 2006

As Ephesians transitions from the "theological" to the practical, it hinges on a crucial prayer of Paul for them to be filled with power to know God’s love. It is this indwelling of the HS/Christ that enables us to walk in love and all that we are admoni

Tapped In to the Powerful Love of Christ Love is All you Need—the Beatles Love can be a powerful force Hug Video (other examples in my life? getting a note from my 6th grade girlfriend. Or patience from my wife of 15 years though I don’t deserve it) Human Love only goes so far • I love those ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eulogy-Juanita Conner

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2014

This is a eulogy for a woman who loved the Lord, was active in the life of the church, and made a difference in the lives of others.

Homegoing Service—Juanita Conners 7/14/2014 We don’t often recognize it, but each one of us was in the hands of God, before we were born. The Scriptures tell us in Psalms 139 Psalm 139:13-16 (NIV) 13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Identification Through Baptism

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Sep 19, 2023

Believer's Baptism

Identification Through Baptism Various Scriptures Good morning, Today is a unique day for us. The normal schedule of things is intentionally different because we are going to celebrate several baptisms this morning and the scriptures will be on the screen. Because we are taking an entire ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational