Sermons on Method:

There Is No Such Thing As A Secret Sin Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 4, 2013

This story has much to teach about the devastating effects of sin.

A Study of Joshua Sermon # 6 “THERE ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

So Send I You Series

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Mar 17, 2009

The Church must be personally and individually involved in soul winning and not leave evangelism to a professional "clergy"

Biblical Evangelism II. SO SEND I YOU Dr. Russell Tardo Scripture Reference: Luke 14:15-24. In this passage of scripture, Jesus is speaking of the Great Supper. Jesus had given the invitation. All the people had to do was to obey and they would be permitted to dine, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Cometh By…

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

Look especially at verse 6, we read, “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.”

Also, let us look at Romans 10:13-17 All churches that are Bible preaching churches, preach regularly on the doctrines of the Bible. Many of the doctrines of the Bible are both SIMPLE and COMPLEX. Faith is one of those doctrines. For example: • It is so simple a child can understand it • It is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Baptist

"Where Art Thou?”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

God asked Adam a simple question, “Where art Thou?”

Have you noticed that many times we are asked questions, and we wonder why we are being asked such a question because the answer seems so obvious. Illus: Listen to these foolish questions and their answers - Q. A lawyer said to a man on the witness stand, “What happened then?” A. “He told me, ‘I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Give Us A King

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 29, 2022

This passage shares the account of a church that is looking at what the church down the road is doing. The pastor (Samuel) tries to lead this church (Israel) according to God’s will, but the congregation won’t heed his counsel.

As we look at this chapter of 1 Samuel today, there unfolds a scene that can be applied to discussing the goal of churches today. What is the vision of some churches? Do churches think in a Christ-centered manner, or do they think in a worldly manner? What I mean is this: Are churches today ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

He That Winneth Souls Is Wise No. 11

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

This is an age of symbolism. Every major company across America has some kind of logo to represent their business.

Many of the symbols have become so popular that the moment we see their logo we recognize their company without even having to see the name of the company. We Christians today likewise have a symbol that represents our faith. That symbol is the cross. The moment we see this symbol we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Two-Man Lift

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Mar 18, 2025

When something was too heavy for us to lift, it was a policy at my work that anything over 50 lbs. was to have a two-man lift. This way the heavy object could be lifted without injury! Prayer is similar at times!

The Two-Man Lift Ephesians 6:14-18; 1 Samuel 38-40 When something is too heavy for you to carry, what do we do? We ask for help, hence – “The Two-Man Lift!” This was a policy where I used to work… Over 50 lbs., get help!! Knowing that God wants us to pray as if we are fighting and defeating the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-40, Ephesians 6:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Acquired Thru Faith-10(:4b)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 21, 2024

10 of 10. The apostle Peter informs those who are faithful in Christ, that they are amply supplied for godly living. God’s people are amply supplied for godly living thru their faith. But, What does Christian faith acquire for God’s people? A provision of God, acquired thru faith in Jesus, is...

ACQUIRED Thru FAITH-X—2Peter 1:4b(:1-4) Attention: Soon the Icelandic portion of our family is going to be vacationing with us for a few weeks! We are so excited, as we haven’t seen them for over two years now. But they can’t just hop in the car & drive over. In order for us to see each ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4, 2 Peter 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Creation (Genesis 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 2, 2024

Which creation theory is likely the most correct? Let's discuss this in Genesis 1.

Is it possible for an infinite God to create everything that exists within the space of a week? Is the creation account literal history, allegory, a polemic, mythical history, majestic prose or something else? In the Beginning Who made everything that is in the material universe? In the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Let Your Life Shine

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Feb 5, 2024

If we want to have influence in this world, we had better shine. We need to let our life shine so that others will be attracted to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Alba 1-28-24 LET YOUR LIFE SHINE I Thessalonians 4:9-12 The military has a history of requiring that boots be polished until they shine. If you have served in the military, you are probably familiar with the involved process that it takes to achieve that shine. There are websites that explain ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Dishonest Manager Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 13, 2001

Make friends for yourself so that they may welcome you into the eternal home.

If you’re a fan of those old Hollywood movies of the 40s & 50s then you may think that love makes the world go ’round. On the other hand if you’ve kept your ears to the ground over the past few weeks of electioneering, you will have realised that the song writers of the 40s & 50s miscalculated a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

A Christian Response To A World Of Tragedy

Contributed by Robert Warren on Dec 4, 2001

How should Christians respond to tragedy, especially in light of September 11th, 2001?

"The Christian response to a world of tragedy: the strawberry plant." 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 Robert Warren September 23rd, 2001 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Plant And Help Large Urban Churches Grow

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

How To Plant and Help Large Urban Churches Grow A Case Study in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

How To Plant and Help Large Urban Churches Grow A Case Study in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria Learning Objectives 1. The students will look for principles about the right and wrong ways to plant urban churches and see them grow? 2. The students will discover what can we learn from Paul about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peace - Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 4, 2001

It’s time for us to talk about peace: peace with God, peace within ourselves, & peace with one another.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. If you have had your TV on late at night during the past year you’re probably aware of the fastest growing businesses of 1996 & 97. They have made millionaires many times over of their owners who have saturated ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Pray With The Right Attitude Series

Contributed by Jim Mooney on Feb 9, 2001

Learn how to pray with an attitude of thanksgiving.

HOW TO PRAY WITH THE RIGHT ATTITUDE I THESSALONIANS 5:18 How seriously do you take the commands of God? I know that when that question is asked, that there are some who will immediately think of the Ten Commandments, and that’s good. However, there are more than just the Ten Commandments ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Pentecostal