Sermons on Object Lessons:

I Am Inspiration Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

Inspiration of God

“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right” (2 Tim. 3:16, NLT). “Above all, you must realize that no prophecy in Scripture ever came from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Authority Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

Authority of the Word

“For assuredly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle will by no means pass from the law till all is fulfilled” (Matthew 5:18). A. INTRODUCTION 1. Many reject the Bible because they are: a. Ignorant of scripture. b. A Christian with a poor testimony. c. False ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

A Ministering And Serving Church Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

A Ministering and Serving Church

A. INTRODUCTION Both the Christians and the church will minister to the needs of others. The unintended consequences of growth, yet the foundation of its continued reproduction. 1. Growth demands attention to conditions that produce growth. “As the believers rapidly multiplied . . . rumblings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7

Denomination: Baptist

My Church Expectations Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

My church expectations

A. INTRODUCTION “So the church throughout Judea and Galilee and Samaria enjoyed peace [without persecution], being built up [in wisdom, virtue, and faith]; and walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort and encouragement of the Holy Spirit, it continued to grow (new churches)” (Acts 9:31, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31, John 20:21

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Becomes A Leader Lesson 42 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Paul becomes a leader

A. FIRST MISSIONARY JOURNEY – ACTS 13, 14 1. The call to service. “Now separate to Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them” (Acts 13:2). a. Great Commission. b. _______________________________________. c. __________________________________ (John 15:16). 2. To ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Timothy Joins Saul Lesson 43 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Timothy joins Saul

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Missionary conference. “And when they . . . gathered the church together, they reported all that God had done with them” (Acts 14:27). 2. Inspection trip. “Let us now go back and visit our brethren in every city . . . and see how they are doing” (Acts 15:36). 3. Brethren ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Goes To Athens Lesson 44 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Paul goes to Athens

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Berean Christians accompanied Paul to Athens because they were concerned for his safety. 2. In the province of Achaia, Paul ministered to Athens and Corinth, but preached the same message of the gospel. a. Athens – philosophy, center of science, arts and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:15-34

Denomination: Baptist

Eutychus Falls Asleep Lesson 46 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Eutychus falls asleep

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Paul traveled to South Greece (Corinth). 2. The letter to the Romans. a. The most systematic presentation of the gospel. b. The essence of Paul’s sermons God’s plan of salvation. c. Personal greeting in chapter 16 from believers in Rome. (1) The book of Romans teaches that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:9, Acts 21:13

Denomination: Baptist

Twelve Lessons From The Wright Brothers

Contributed by Jody Marsh on Nov 30, 2019

Twelve Biblical lessons interwoven with the story of the Wright Brothers. Great PowerPoint slides are available. Email me at jaykaymarsh@yahoo.com

During the summer of 2019, my son was doing his clinical rotations. So the Familty, and I went to visit him over the Fourth of July in Dayton, Ohio. What is Dayton famous for? That’s right, Dayton is famous because the Wright Brothers built the first airplane there. Between parades and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18, Matthew 6:20, Luke 16:10, John 17:3, Acts 17:11, 1 Corinthians 12:14, John 10:27, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Joshua 24:15, Hebrews 13:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Adventist

2 More Lessons From The Magi Series

Contributed by Chris Miller on Dec 27, 2019

Brief but powerful in the Christmas account, the Magi give us some essential take-aways. Here are two more to go with seeking the Lord in 4 Questions Inspired by the Magi.

Part 2: Share and Sense Matthew 2:1-12 concentrating on 2:11-12 Introduction We discussed last week the Magi have a brief appearance in Matthew’s Gospel, yet they leave us with some essential take-aways. We looked at the first take-away last week; the fact we need to seek the Lord. Our life should ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Answers In The Darkness Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 20, 2019

God made people for relationships.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. “Are you lonesome tonight?” Universal. 2. “I’m so lonesome I could die!” Possible. 3. Two kinds of loneliness. a. Solitude, a healthy experience where we choose to spend time alone with God. b. Loneliness, negative emotions because of no friends or companionship. 4. God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Shepherd Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

Israel knew God primarily by His power and holiness, but in Psalm 23, they learn of His personal love and compassion.

A. WHY IS THIS THE FAVORITE PSALM? 1. Easy to memorize. These six verses are a short “self-contained” picture of our relationship with God. 2. Intimate fellowship. Promises God’s comfort and protection when we remain close to the Shepherd. 3. Personalized identification. Demonstrates how our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Fear No Evil Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

Take “D” out of Devil and make it evil.

A. WHAT DOES PSALM 23 TEACH US ABOUT OPPOSITION? 1. The existence of evil. 2. Evil is in conflict with you. 3. You should not let evil scare you. 4. You can overcome evil. 5. The shepherd is your deliverer. 6. Deliverance comes by relationship to the shepherd. B. WHAT ARE WE NOT TO FEAR? 1. Not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thy Rod And Staff Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

Two powerful helpers: the rod and staff.

A. INTRODUCTION: TWO POWERFUL HELPERS 1. This world is not our home, there is little comfort, but the Lord has, “a rod and staff to comfort you.” 2. Usually, people think “rod and staff” are the same thing. But each is a different instrument. 3. The word “rod” is more than a stick; it is a club ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thou Prepares A Table Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

Why a table?

A. INTRODUCTION: WHEN THE TABLE IS SPREAD 1. You have just come back from straying. 2. You have just come from a dark valley. 3. You have just escaped death shadows. 4. You get the opposite of punishment grace factor. B. WHY A TABLE? 1. Not a picnic, it is just temporary. 2. Not a T.V. table, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist