Sermons on Observe:

Effective Faith

Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 20, 2007

This message examines James assertion about faith and what faith really is.

Introduction In just a few minutes, remember the death and sacrifice of Christ. Remembrance of faith or it is not a remembrance. Same way that baptism is an expression of faith or it is not truly baptism. Last week: explanation, 2 examples and essence of faith – life of pleasing God. This theme ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating The Victory Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 19, 2007

Message #1 in series, "Pursuing Victory." Three reasons to celebrate Jesus’ victory on the cross.

Series: Pursuing Victory Message #1: ""Celebrating the Victory of the Cross"" 1 Corinthians 15:56-57 - "The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law; but thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." SOME OBSERVATIONS FROM LEVITICUS 16, JOHN 19, AND ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:56-57

Denomination: Baptist

Immanuel – God With Us Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 2, 2011

God Is with Us.

Focus Passage: Matthew 1:18-25 Supplemental Passage: And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us, and we saw His glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John 1:14 NASB) Introduction: Long ago, there ruled in Persia a wise and good king. He loved his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

In Light Of His Coming

Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 9, 2007

This sermon explains how we should live in light of Jesus soon coming.

How should we live in light of Jesus soon return? Revelation 22 discusses this subject. The soon return of Christ is at the center of this chapter.Consider these verses: "I am coming quickly." (vs. 7); "the time is near" (vs. 10); "I am coming quickly" (vs. 12); "I am coming quickly" (vs. 20) How ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:6-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Atonement Denounced As "Too Individualistic"

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Apr 5, 2010

The Atonement Denounced As "Too Individualistic"

In an interesting article posted a Christianity Today, Mark Dever examines growing opposition within the Evangelical community to the substitionary atonement, meaning the death of Christ upon the cross for the fulfillment of our sins. Thinking they know more than God now, a number of theologians ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Thank You, Lord

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 26, 2012

We must remember to thank God all the time.

Thank You, Lord November 23, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must remember to thank God all the time. Focus Passage: Luke 17:11-19 Supplemental Passage: Psalm 100 Introduction: Emerson said that if the stars came out only once a year, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Why Be Baptised? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 20, 2007

The necessity of believer’s baptism from a Biblical and historical standpoint.

Believer’s Baptism Why be baptized? Part 1 Introduction: 1. I will quote extensively from the early church fathers a. I will quote these men not as scripture, but to show us their first century understanding of it Who knows more about what baptism is? First century Christians or those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-15

Denomination: Mennonite

Women In Worship ( I Corithians 11:1-16) Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Sep 23, 2007

WOMEN IN WORSHIP 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

WOMEN IN WORSHIP 1 Corinthians 11:1-16 Introduction A. These women had found Christian freedom. 1. They seemed to think they had no obligation to observe any of the customs of their land. 2. They evidently knew the teachings of Paul that we find in Galatians 3:26-28. 3. These women ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Practical Wisdom That Leads To Success. Lesson #1 Series

Contributed by Wayne Essex on Jan 23, 2019

What did the smartest man who ever lived have to say about it

LIVING WISE IN A STUPID WORLD (What did the smartest man who ever lived have to say about it) Chapter 1 of 31. Lesson #1 1:1-6. A wise man will hear. God gave Solomon wisdom. 1 Kings 3:9, “Give…thy servant an understanding heart…” God will give your wisdom, if you ask. James 1:5, “If any of you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Powerful Words We Need See

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 11, 2020

Little words mean a lot if can see the total way it is communicated.

Powerful Words we need see Romans 15: 4 For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope. These words are important. They are used to instruct. These words found in the Bible are very ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Learned The Difference Between Discernment And Judgment? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jun 29, 2019

What God describes as unclean and what we see as unclean are different things. Should we separate ourselves from the world or should we pick up where Jesus left off and minister to others?

Discernment is the ability to distinguish what is appropriate and what is inappropriate. It involves our meekness and concern without taking a serious action. However; judgment can't stand not being involved. Not only does it involve an action, but it also involves power, criticism, separation, ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:7-8, Matthew 7:6

Christian Baptism

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 13, 2014

On the occasion of the administration of Christian Believers' Baptisms: River Krishna, India.

CHRISTIAN BAPTISM. 1. THE EXAMPLE OF JESUS (Matthew 3:13): "Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to John to be baptised by him." 2. THE GREAT COMMISSION (Matthew 28:18 -20): "And Jesus came and said to them, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-4, Colossians 2:12, Matthew 3:16, Acts 8:36-38, Acts 2:38-41, Mark 16:16, Matthew 28:18-20, 1 Corinthians 12:13, Matthew 3:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Communion At Christmas

Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 8, 2015

Brief message preceding Lord's supper on Christmas Eve

Communion at Christmas It is such a meaningful time when we celebrate the Lord’s Supper during the Christmas season. For many this season is often filled with gift buying and family time and usually eating more than we should. All of those things are good, maybe we could eat less but all ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Salvation

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 28, 2013

Jesus came to save those who would believe.

The Truth about Salvation May 26, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus came to save those who would believe. Focus Passage: John 3:1-21 Supplemental Passage: Jesus *said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Uncomfortable Commitment

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 29, 2014

This is a message for Christmas Eve used to introduce the Lord's supper.

It is such a meaningful time when we celebrate the Lord’s Supper during the Christmas season. For many this season is often filled with gift buying and family time and usually eating more than we should. All of those things are good, maybe we could eat less but all in all we do these things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Baptist