Sermons on Obedient Service:

A Starter Or A Finisher

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 22, 2017

This message is based on Philippians 3:13 where Paul describes someone running in a race and actually finishing it. The idea coming from this message is that we are all running in a sprint individually that we must complete in order to run in the relay.

A Starter Or A Finisher Scriptures: Genesis 19:17,24-26; Philippians 3:13; Matthew 24:5-13 Two weeks ago, before the ice storm last week, I told you that I was pressing on. I was pressing on regardless of my past failures and missed opportunities. I told you that once Jesus laid a hold on me I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gods Word Never Returns Void!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 10, 2017

Gods words never come back empty to Him, they always accomplish what He wants! No one else, has a track record like God! Never illustrates complete perfection, Right on time, every time! Somebody Praise God for His faithful Word!

Gods word Never returns void! Illus. By Tim Harrison The story is told of a group of women that met for Bible study. While studying in the book of Malachi, chapter three, they came across verse three which says: "He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver." This verse puzzled the women and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godly Children Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 22, 2018

Message 24 in our study of Colossians address the responsibility of Children to God and parents.

Chico Alliance Church Godly Children God Love’s Kids Over and over again, God talks about His love for children. He has stern warning to those who lead children astray. Jesus and Children One time some children wanted to see Jesus and the adults tried to shoo them away. Jesus rebuked them and ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

I Think I Married The Wrong Person Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

The bond of marriage is grounded in the covenant- not in the ideal person.

OPENING SENTENCE: Some years ago there was a popular movie whose message was that somewhere in the world is a perfect soul mate made just for you in heaven- you just have to find him/her. INTRODUCTION: The movie, called “Made in Heaven” tells the story of two people who had a few chance encounters ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of The Cross

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 5, 2018

What does it mean to follow Jesus? It means that we be willing to give up everything to follow Him. The journey begins where we are at and ends where God wants us to be. It starts by way of the cross.

The way of the Cross Mark 8:34-38 Mark chapter 8:34-38 Prayer- Introduction- Last week we looked at some of the words of Jesus to his disciples. We found that He had the nerve to eat with sinners and associate with people that even the religious thought should be avoided. We saw the setting is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Nazarene

Book Of Hebrews Working Fruit Basket

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 19, 2018

The ‘Faith Chapter’ in the Bible is found in the 11th chapter of Hebrews. There are 18 fruit manifestations of working faith listed in this chapter. We too need to hold on to these that we may, act, walk and live a life of faith.

BOOK OF HEBREWS WORKING FRUIT BASKET I. Pleasing God! 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is,…… II. Understanding! 3 Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, ….. III. Having a good report. 39 And ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, Hebrews 12:1-3

The Advice That Can Divert You From God’s Will

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 23, 2018

Looking at those who shouted at Christ while He was on the cross, this sermon explores how their demands would have led Christ directly away from doing God's will. How often does the advice the world gives us every day do the same thing?

ADVICE FROM THE CROWD: “Good advice” from the world can divert you from God’s will for your life. - Mark 15:29-32. - While Jesus is on the cross, the crowd throws several suggestions His way. When you dig into them a little, it’s interesting to see how deeply counterproductive they are. There ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Wayfaring Strangers Part 7" Got Milk?' Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 27, 2018

Part 7 of our 1st Peter study

Wayfaring Strangers A study of 1 Peter Part 7 “Got Milk” 1 Peter 2:1-3 Today is part 7 of our on-going study of 1 Peter Titled Wayfaring Strangers We have learned that Peter was writing to the believers who were scattered because of their faith And how we As believers in a hostile ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Contentment Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 6, 2018

when are we to be content and when are we to change our situation?

We can all relate to this story of King Saul. God told King Saul to completely destroy the Amalekites. When King Saul met God’s prophet Samuel, Saul bragged about completely destroying the Amalekites. The prophet Samuel simply said, “Aren’t those goats bleating behind you from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:12-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Can God Trust Me?

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 8, 2018

This message focuses on whether or not we can be trusted by God based on the three primary drivers for building trust: benevolence, ability and integrity.

Can God Trust Me? Scriptures: Psalm 62:8-12; Matthew 6:28-33; 1 John 5:1-5 The title of my message this morning is “Can God Trust Me?” This is the month we decided to give God our very best and to accomplish this task it requires a lot of trust. Everyone hearing my words today, or who will read ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:8-12, Matthew 6:28-33, 1 John 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conformed To Unity - Philippians 2:1-4 Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 19, 2016

With the exception of faithfulness to sound, biblical doctrine, nothing is more essential to the prosperity of the church than unity. In fact, sound doctrine without unity will profit little. When love is present, unity also will be.

Conformed to Unity Philippians 2: 1-4 As we move into chapter two, we quickly discover these verses are a continuation of the previous passage. Phil.1:27 – Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Cultures In Conflict Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 15, 2016

Christian culture and worldly culture often clash. How do faithful disciples of Jesus Christ respond when cultures come into conflict?

Our text today reflects two cultures that are in great conflict, and even though they were people from different cultures, the conflict arose over the subject of religion. If you’ve been around church at all, you’ve probably heard the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego and the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Methodist

2 The First Rebellion Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jul 27, 2020

Having received the commission from God to go to Nineveh to preach against it, Jonah decided instead to rebel against God and flee to Tarshish instead.

# 2 - The First Rebellion Jonah 1:3a - “But Jonah arose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord...” 1. BUT In verse 1, God clearly told Jonah to go and preach against Nineveh as it's wickedness had come up before God. Verse 2 begins with the word, ‘But.’ The verse could have begun ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3, Ephesians 4:11, Psalm 139:7-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hear The Call Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 31, 2020

If Jesus is calling you today, will you answer? One of the ways we all initially follow Jesus is to hear his call - to become aware that Jesus desires for us to be in his family, to serve as He did, and to live forever with him.

Following Jesus: The Call Luke 5:1-11 Introduction If Jesus is calling you today, will you answer? One of the ways we all initially follow Jesus is to hear his call - to become aware that Jesus desires for us to be in his family, to serve as He did, and to live forever with him. 2 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing To Meet The Master Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 6, 2020

Much had changed since Naomi and Ruth left Moab for Bethlehem. Ruth had found favor in the eyes of Boaz, but yet she lacked security for the future. She made preparations for a meeting that would change her future.

Preparing to Meet the Master Ruth 3:1-6 We can’t begin to imagine the excitement Ruth and Naomi must’ve felt at this time. Moab had dealt very bitterly with them, leaving little hope for the future. Upon returning to Bethlehem, God had shown Himself mighty in their situation and was ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist