Sermons on Not Conforming:

Voices Of Hope Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 5, 2012

Despair looks within itself, and the heart withers. Hope looks outside oneself, and the heart rejoices. Hope sees a future where despair cannot see past the present circumstances. Join us as we look at our Biblical Hope on this first Sunday of Advent 2

Voices of Hope - Isaiah 64:1-9 – December 2, 2012 Several years ago a teacher assigned to visit children in a large city hospital received a routine call requesting that she visit a particular child. She took the boy's name and room number and was told by the teacher on the other end of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: *other

What Is The Trinity? Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jan 16, 2013

the mystery of the Trinity, God being three persons in one, has been difficult for Christians to explain since the beginning. Last week we talked about some religions and offshoots of Christianity who have denied the Trinitarian nature of God because it

How many of you have read the Shack? I recently read it and the newest book that author came out with, and both books have interesting imaginings about the Trinity. In both books the Father, Jesus, and Holy Spirit are people with various characteristics, male and female. In the Shack, the Father ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-10

Darwin’s Fables Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Sep 29, 2011

The life and predictions of Charles Darwin teach us alot about the mindset of modern science

11 For this reason God will send upon them a deluding influence so that they will believe what is false, 12 in order that they all may be judged who did not believe the truth, but took pleasure in wickedness. 1859: A book came out that changed the landscape of science, religion and the world. It ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:11-12

Transmitting A Legacy Of Righteousness-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 19, 2011

1 of 2. Genesis records the transmission of a legacy of righteousness. We must transmit a legacy of righteousness to our progeny. How are we to transmit a legacy of righteousness to our progeny? 4 devices for transmitting a legacy of righteousness to

TRANSMITTING A LEGACY OF RIGHTEOUSNESS—I —Genesis 4:26—5:1-32 Genesis records the transmission of a legacy of righteousness. We must transmit a legacy of righteousness to our progeny. How are we to transmit a legacy of righteousness to our progeny? 4 devices for transmitting a legacy of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Consulting The Brothers Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 5, 2011

Despite the independence to which Baptists hold, we seek to co-operate with fellow believers to the extend permitted by the Word.

“Some men came down from Judea and were teaching the brothers, ‘Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.’ And after Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and debate with them, Paul and Barnabas and some of the others were appointed to go up to Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

God In Three Persons - Part Two Series

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Nov 9, 2011

an exposition of the doctrine of the Trinity, why it's important, and what it means if we get it wrong - part 2 of a two part message

God in Three Persons TCF Sermon – part 2 October 23, 2011 In our house church we’re studying the book of Acts, and this past Wednesday, we were in Acts 20, and talked about the story of Eutychus. If you don’t remember the story, Eutychus is the boy who fell asleep during ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Reconciliation Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 12, 2011

If we want real reconciliation and healing in our broken relationships, then we must confess our own sins to one another; we must forgive those who sinned against us; but none of that is possible until we truly believe that God is in control.

Stewart Ruch, a pastor in Wheaton, Illinois, talks about the “huge gap” between the ideal and the real in our everyday lives, using a family outing as an example. You see, every fall his family likes to go apple picking. Now, for the Ruch family, the ideal day for apple picking is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"The End Of The Beginning" Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Nov 17, 2011

It’s important we remember the things we have learned in our study of the FIRST CHURCHES if we are to be the church God has called us to be as we minister in His name here in Beaufort County.

Pastor Allan Kircher “The End of the Beginning!” Acts 28:1-31 Paul was a great missionary because he was willing to be one every single day of his life. • No matter where he was. • Or what he was going through. • Every Christian in this room is a material witness ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

What's Love Got To Do With It? Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Jul 9, 2013

Love is meant to be the defining characteristic of the Christian. What’s that look like in the context of your life?

What’s Love Got To Do With It? - 1 John 2:7-11 - June 30, 2013 Series: That We May Know – Life With Jesus - #6 I’ll invite you to open your Bibles with me this morning to the book of 1 John as we continue in our series entitled, “That We May Know – Life With ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: *other

Change Your Story Change Your Life

Contributed by Bishop M. Christopher Wilson on Aug 28, 2012

As we move through our lives, moment by moment, day by day, on sub-conscious levels each of us is telling ourselves a story that is most of the time contraindicative to what God's will is for us.

2Co 10:4-5 KJV (4) (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) (5) Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Song Of Zechariah

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 26, 2013

The song of Zechariah reveals that saying “yes” to God’s pursuit, promises and purposes brings God’s peace

In 1963 Andy Williams released his first Christmas album which contained a song that has become one of the top ten holiday songs of all time – “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”. So it’s not surprising that the song has been recorded by nearly 20 other artists ranging ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes Trouble! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 16, 2013

God is always at work at we can trust Him, even when evil looks like it is taking over.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who had just undergone a very complicated operation on his intestines, but kept complaining about a bump on his head and a terrible headache. 1. Since his operation had been on his abdomen, he couldn’t figure out why he had such a headache, but he ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truth About Lying Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 3, 2016

In this sermon, we explore the answer to some important questions about lying.

Introduction: A. Last week we began a new sermon series I am calling: “Speak Life – Speaking Words that Heal, not Hurt. 1. Last week, we explored the fact that words have the power of life and death. a. Words have the power for much good or much evil. 2. God’s desire is for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nuts And Bolts Christianity

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 23, 2017

Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ!

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21 (Call to Worship - Psalms 26:1-8) Title: Nuts and Bolts Christianity Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ! INTRO: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Christian Governance-&-Marriage-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 7, 2017

2 of 6. Peter pressed & confirmed the crucial role of Christian governance regarding Christian marriage. But how is Christian governance addressed in our marital obligations? Christian governance in MARRIAGE addresses...

‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17 B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work—1Peter 2:18-25 C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7 D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church—1Peter 3:8-12 So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist