Sermons on Mutual Submission:

Choose Life

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 20, 2019

Each day we live, we face many choices. Some are minor and insignificant, while others are major with lasting consequences. Moses offered a serious admonition to Israel - choose life!

Choose Life! Deuteronomy 30: 19-20 Today is designated as Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, a day set aside on the third Sunday in January to celebrate and stand for the right to life, particularly in the unborn. Babies within the womb are the most vulnerable human beings. They have no ability to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Marvelous Gift Of Grace

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 7, 2019

Following his declaration of man's depravity and the love of God to meet our desperate need, Paul reveals the means of our salvation. We are saved by grace through faith unto good works. Works do not produce salvation, but they will follow genuine salvation.

The Marvelous Gift of Grace Ephesians 2: 8-10 Over the past few weeks, we have considered the desperate situation of mankind. There is no doubt that we are all born in sin, separated from God and in danger of eternal condemnation because of sin. Thankfully, God understood man’s desperate need and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Subversive Christianity Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Aug 30, 2020

This is Talk 1 in a 13 talk series from Colossians. Alternative philosophies, learning thankfulness, a letter to our church.

I’d like to read to you a letter written from prison written in 2004. From a father to a son …. “Hi my boy. Thankyou for coming to see me. It made me feel so good to see you that it hurt because I really do miss you. I am proud of you, Nolan. Please be good at school and listen to your mother, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choose Whom You Will Serve

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 10, 2019

Knowing his time here was almost finished, Joshua called the people together for a final word. He challenged them to remember the goodness of God, and remain committed to Him. Regardless of their decision, he was determined to serve the Lord. We too need that committed resolve to serve the Lord.

Choose whom you will Serve Joshua 24: 13-15 Our text today is likely a familiar passage for most of us. Joshua had served the Lord faithfully as he walked beside Moses, being used in various ways to assist their journey from Egypt toward the Promised Land. God had given Joshua favor in the eyes of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Sovereign Work Of God

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 2, 2021

Salvation is a multi-faceted provision, with past, present, and future implications. One is biblically correct in stating that we have been saved, we are being saved, and we will be saved.

The Sovereign work of God Ephesians 1: 3-6 As we continue to move through the first chapter of the Ephesian letter, we come to one of the greatest doctrinal passages in all of Scripture. It is interesting to note, in the original Greek, verses three through fourteen are one continual sentence. In ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Thanks To God!

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 9, 2021

The following sermon is a prayer reflecting but a mere ten things from God’s holy word that we as His people want to offer as a “sweet fragrance” unto our Lord, Savior, King!

Giving Thanks to God! Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Thanksgiving is yet upon us and though we desperately want to express an “attitude of gratitude” for all our Lord has done, painfully and filled with great shame we must admit we struggle to present to our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 4:11-13, Ephesians 3:20, Philippians 4:6-7, Ephesians 1:3, John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, Matthew 6:25-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Shaping The Family Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2024

Godly relationships shape the family

Relationship series #2 Shaping the Family Good morning everyone, glad to have you join us as we continue in our series “Relationships” Really the Bible is far from silent on how we connect and the plan God has laid out for us being in a relationship and how we connect not only to others but also ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Nazarene

Calling The Unlikely

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Who do you identify yourself with? Jesus’ arms of welcome are always open. Anyone who followed Jesus genuinely, eventually ceased to be a sinner.

Opening illustration: Health clubs offer many different programs for those who want to lose weight and stay healthy. One fitness center caters only to those who want to lose at least 50 pounds and develop a healthy lifestyle. One member says that she quit her previous fitness club because she felt ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Believer’s Walk

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 25, 2024

How are we to live our daily lives? What is the impact of a relationship with Christ in the life of a believer? How does the Lord provide wisdom and guidance for the daily struggles believers’ face? How do believers overcome the adversities of life and attacks of the enemy?

The Believer’s Walk Ephesians 4: 1-6 As we come to the fourth chapter of Ephesians, it is evident that Paul has shifted his focus and is now ready to offer beneficial application for the reader. The opening chapters dealt heavily with theological truth and biblical doctrine. The reader has been ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Beatitudes Of The Apocalypse

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 24, 2023

In the pages of the Apocalypse there are seven beatitudes.

THE SEVEN BEATITUDES OF THE APOCALYPSE Introduction Whenever we read the book of Revelation we are filled with questions. Filled with symbols, amazing creatures, scenes of both horror and triumph - John’s Revelation can be challenging. Despite its apocalyptic nature and the often unsettling ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:3, Revelation 14:13, Revelation 16:15, Revelation 19:9, Revelation 20:6, Revelation 22:7, Revelation 22:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Instruct And Teach

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 11, 2023

We’re living in a different world than it was just 20 years ago. And it’s the upcoming generation of those past years that are being targeted by the enemy and being taught a life differing from scripture. We need to teach them what is RIGHT and what is TRUTH.

2023.09.10.Sermon Notes. Instruct and Teach William Akehurst HSWC BIG IDEA: We’re living in a different world than it was just 20 years ago. And it’s the upcoming generation of those past years that are being targeted by the enemy and being taught a life differing from scripture. We need to teach ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-5, Deuteronomy 6:1-9, Titus 2:1-7, Titus 2:11-15, Proverbs 1:5-7, Psalm 78:1-4, Job 12:12, Hebrews 10:23-25, 2 Corinthians 4:14-16, Psalm 71:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Trust Makes Room For God’s Rewards Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 11, 2023

- Do we live with the knowledge that God knows what He’s doing? From creation to this moment, God has been preparing us for redemption because what is to come is God’s wrath for our disobedience, because His holiness demands it. However, His grace provides a way through (or out of) it.

Alpha and Omega, Part 22 Our Trust makes room for God’s Rewards Genesis 21:1-7; Genesis 22:1-18 Introduction - 2023 has had one primary “purpose”: To know there is a God! -- Continuing our series, “Alpha and Omega”; examining the beginning to the end - Last week we saw how we can ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-7, Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will You Be Bored In Heaven Series

Contributed by Jeffery Russell on Aug 9, 2023

Will you be bored in Heaven? That’s because so many of us make it sound that way. In this message I hope to point out some popular myths about Heaven, as well as to explore some activities/work we'll be doing there, as well as to say "good-bye" to our Earth-bound curses!

Will You be Bored in Heaven? Revelation 22:1-7 By Dr. Jeffery C. Russell Edenton, NC Mark Twain, the famous American humorist and author of Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer, was asked at a dinner party where he thought he would like to spend eternity, replied: “I’d rather refrain from saying, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Discipline Of Celebration

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Aug 9, 2023

Celebration should be a normal part of the Christian life. This sermon borrows heavily from Richard Foster's book "Celebration of Discipline."

The Discipline of Celebration “The Christian should be an alleluia from head to foot!” (Augustine of Hippo) Celebration: the action of marking one's pleasure at an important event or occasion by engaging in enjoyable, typically social, activity. Celebration is at the heart of God’s way of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Becoming A Church Member

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 6, 2024

Today, we will explore what it truly means to commit to church membership, why it matters, and how it strengthens both our faith and the church itself. Through this journey, we’ll see how membership allows us to grow, serve, and fulfill our calling as followers of Christ.

“When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-2, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, Ephesians 4:6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist