Sermons on Mens Role:

Running From God Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018

Message one in an exposition of the book of Jonah. This message introduces the book and ponders principles related to Jonah's refusal to accept God's call.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch Jonah Series #1 “Running from God” Introduction / Overview So much of what we know about God comes from observing His interactions with people recorded in the Bible. God did not dictate a theology book but through stories of His relations with people. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Lessons From The Palace Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018

Message 1 in our study of Elijah's life and ministry.

Chico Alliance Church “Lessons from the Palace” Introduction I felt directed to revisit the life of this individual for several reasons. 1. The situation and culture in which he lived is not unlike our own these days. 2. How he related to the culture and evil of his day offers insight for us in ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Lessons From The Palace Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018

Message 4 in our study of the life and ministry of Elijah. This message explores lessons learned from a second visit to the palace.

Chico Alliance Church Elijah Series #4 “Lessons from the Palace Part 2” Introduction There are two stages to our study of the life of Elijah. First, we want to examine the passage. The provided outline provides some sort of logical structure to the passage. We want to examine God’s interaction ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:15-18, Psalm 27:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Exaltation In Heaven Over The Fall Of The Great Harlot Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 22, 2018

The Great Tribulation is now coming to its end and the spotlight focuses on heaven and the second coming of Christ. For the saints and angels it is a time of rejoicing and victory.

Book of Revelation Commentary By: Tom Lowe Date: 7/31/17 Lesson: IV.C.4: The Exaltation In Heaven Over the Fall of the Great Harlot (Revelation 19:1-5) 1After this I heard what sounded like the roar of a great ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciplined Well-Pleasing Life Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 24, 2018

This is message 26 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. We continue the discussion of a life pleasing to the Lord.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “A Disciplined Life” Review Question to ask about my lifestyle. “Will it actually benefit me or others?” 6:12a “Will it control me or become additive?” 6:12b “Will it violate God’s design?” 6:13-20 “Will it distract me from full devotion to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 24:4-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Disciplined Life Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 24, 2018

Message 27 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This message continues the bad example of Israel in the wilderness and the exhortation to not follow it.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “A Disciplined Life” Part Two Review I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Responses to specific inquiries A. Concerning marriage 7 B. Concerning the voluntary limitation of Christian liberty 8-11:1 1. To avoid ruining a weaker brother ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus Favorite Word

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on May 29, 2018

I want to share with us this morning what I believe to be ‘Jesus Favorite Word.’ We find this word throughout the Old as well as the New Testament. I lift up for your consideration Jesus Favorite Word was and is “COME.”

TITLE: JESUS FAVORITE WORD SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 14:22-33 I want to share with us this morning what I believe to be ‘Jesus Favorite Word.’ We find this word throughout the Old as well as the New Testament. I lift up for your consideration Jesus Favorite Word was and is “COME.” • In ST MATTHEW ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Impossible Love Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 29, 2018

Message 35 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This message is the second of 6 messages exploring the nature and practice of God's love.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Impossible Love” Part Two Introduction Our current stop in our exploration of Paul’s letter to the believers meeting in Corinth written a couple thousand years ago deals with love. 1 Corinthians 13 has been dubbed the “love” chapter. Here ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:20-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Simplicity The Path To Contentmet Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

This message focuses on contentment a result of pursuing simplicity in our life.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Simplicity” The Path to Contentment Review Those who long for a deeper connection with God and an increased capacity to live life on a higher plane must engage in the things that facilitate such a life. Scripture identities particular habits, exercises, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus Is Coming Back Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 14, 2018

Final message in our exposition of Revelation emphasizing Jesus' soon return.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Jesus Is Coming Soon” Rev 22:6-21 I. Prologue II. Messages to the churches III. Last days IV. Epilogue John finishes the book with some assurances and some final instructions concerning the book. Tom Constable observes three basic features of the epilogue. Three ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Working Faith Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 25, 2018

Message 5 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land. This message continues the exploration of faith.

Joshua Series #5 The Amazing Race to Rest & Reward “The Faith that Works” Review / Introduction Joshua is the culmination of a very long journey. Actually forty years longer than it needed to be. Disobedience always delays blessing. The book can be divided into two basic movements. I. Purging ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Battle Ready Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 25, 2018

Message 8 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land. This message explores the preparation to conquer the Canaanites provided by Moses in Deuteronomy.

Joshua Series #8 The Amazing Race to Rest & Reward “Battle Ready” Review / Introduction The book of Joshua is all about the fulfillment of a promise made to Abraham hundreds of years before. God chose to bless Abraham who was living near Babylon. He promised to build from him a great nation, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Cycle Of Sin Illustrated Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 27, 2018

Message 2 in our exposition of Judges. The message continues discussion of the elements in the sin cycle by illustrating them.

Judges Series #2 Life Cycles “Cycle Identified and Illustrated Review Last week we just got started identifying the life cycle found in the book of Judges. We reinforced the Biblical concept that every person lies somewhere in this circle of life. All of us run this cycle multiple times ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-13, Psalm 106:34-38

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

An Evil Plan

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 27, 2018

The history of mankind is filled with various attempts to destroy the people of Israel.

A Study of the Book of Esther “An Evil Plan” Esther 3:1-15 The history of mankind is filled with various attempts to destroy the people of Israel. For ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Samson - God Empowers Even The Rebellious Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 28, 2018

Last message (17) in our Judges Series. This message focuses on the life of Samson.

Judges Series #18 - Samson God Empowers the Rebellious Introduction Today we conclude our journey through Judges with the final judge and cycle. Three common principles repeat throughout the book. Sin and failure to serve God alone brings bondage and discipline. God restores / delivers the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance