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Pastor’s Authority

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

Bible truths about pastoral authority.

THE PASTOR’S AUTHORITY AND THE CHURCH MEMBER’S RESPONSIBILITY THE PASTOR’S AUTHORITY AND THE CHURCH MEMBER’S RESPONSIBILITY There are two things that we desire to cover here. First, we want to reinforce the scriptural authority of the pastorate and warn about the abuse of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28

Denomination: Foursquare

A Passion To Serve

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 3, 2020

There is this big disconnect between loving the Lord and serving Him because many who say they love the Lord really don’t love Him. We will learn today that Jesus links together love and service.

If one were to take a survey and ask Christians the question “Do you love the Lord” the results of the survey would probably indicate that 99.9% of all surveyed "loved the Lord." Most would even say they "loved the Lord a lot." If one were to survey these same people and ask ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-7

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 6, 2020

7 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-VII —1John 3:16b-19(3:10--4:21) Attention: There will always be people who attempt to place all belief systems ‘in the same basket’ as it were. Claiming that all of them—Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Buddhists, etc.— are ‘chasing after’ the same things, albeit ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Praise To The King Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2013

God is sovereign! The message explores what this means in the life of the believer.

“To the King of the ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.” [1] The Apostle, writing to his son in the ministry, has just expressed gratitude to God, marvelling that he received appointment to divine service, especially in light of his former life. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

Justified By Faith Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 2, 2022

God reconciles people unto Himself through faith which shows three things: 1) The Need for Justification (Romans 3:18-20), 2) Justification apart from the Law (Romans 3:21-23), and finally 3) The Means of Justification (Romans 3:24-25a)

Romans 3:18-25a. 18 “There is no fear of God before their eyes.”. 19 Now we know that whatever the law says it speaks to those who are under the law, so that every mouth may be stopped, and the whole world may be held accountable to God. 20 For by works of the law no human being will be justified ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:18-25

Denomination: Other

Rebekah: The Mother Of Esau And Jacob Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 7, 2021

Rebekah the Mother of Esau and Jacob, is a lesson in struggling through: First, 1) A disappointed home (Genesis 25:19-21), 2) A distressed home (Genesis 25:22–23) and 3) A divided home (Genesis 25:24–28).

Genesis 25:19–28 19 These are the generations of Isaac, Abraham’s son: Abraham fathered Isaac, 20 and Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife. 21 And Isaac prayed to the LORD for his wife, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-28

Denomination: Other

The Lord Will Return (Zechariah) Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 11, 2025

When life gets hard, look to Christ. Look forward to the glorious future He has planned for you. Look within at the changes He is making to your heart. And look up because He is coming soon!

A man stopped to watch a Little League baseball game. He asked one of the youngsters what the score was. “We're losing 18-0,” was the answer. “Well,” said the man. “I must say you don't look discouraged.” “Discouraged?” the boy said, puzzled. “Why should we be discouraged? We ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:1-6, Zechariah 2:1-13, Zechariah 4:1-14, Zechariah 5:5-11, Romans 8:28-30, Zechariah 7:1-3, Zechariah 7:8-14, Zechariah 8:1-8, Zechariah 8:14-19, Zechariah 9:9, Zechariah 11:7-14, John 1:11-12, Zechariah 12:1-5, Zechariah 12:9-10, Zechariah 13:9, Zechariah 14:3-4, Zechariah 14:8-9, Zechariah 14:16, Luke 21:25-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Are We Too Rich To Give? Series

Contributed by Tony Miano on Feb 9, 2001

This week, as we try to answer the question, “are we too rich to give,” we’ll consider our attitudes toward giving.

Are We Too Rich To Give? I Timothy 6:17 Preached By Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church February 11, 2001 Introduction: Now that we’ve finished chapter one of the Book of James, we’re going to take a break from our study of that great letter. For the next three weeks we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17

Denomination: *other

Pillars In The House Of God

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Apr 30, 2009

It’s time for the body of Christ to get off their spiritual pillows and become pillars in the House of God

Pillars in the House of God M-1109 / 23 November, 2008 Dr. Russell K. Tardo A more detailed account of this appears in 1 Kings, chapter 7. 1Then Solomon began to build the house of the LORD at Jerusalem in mount Moriah, where the LORD appeared unto David his father, in the place that David ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Boaz Generation Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 16, 2009

1) The Salutation (Ruth 4:11-12) 2) The Son (Ruth 4:13-17) & 3) the Summary (Ruth 4:18-22).

Weddings are a fascinating custom. With my wife owning a flower shop we know all about weddings. Center pieces, corsages, bouquets, and decorations mean a lot of work and expense. With hall rentals, food, drink, tuxedo, gowns, relatives and gifts, a wedding is probably the most elaborate event any ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:11-22

Denomination: Other

We Need Hair For The New Year Series

Contributed by Rick Mays on Jan 9, 2008

Deals with four main areas (H.A.I.R.) that we need growth in and areas we need to cut out.

WE NEED H.A.I.R. FOR THE NEW YEAR Matthew 10:27-31 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In December 2005, I’ve made a choice concerning a hair style that I still wear today, shaven! Many in this room have changed the style and color of their hair a dozen times or more since I went with the style that I’m still ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:27-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Teachers And Wannabes Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 23, 2013

Not everyone who claims to be a teacher has received appointment from God.

“Certain persons, by swerving from these, have wandered away into vain discussion, desiring to be teachers of the law, without understanding either what they are saying or the things about which they make confident assertions.” [1] Ultimately, it is not the one who is the most polished speaker who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Challenges To The Journey Of Faith-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 7, 2013

2 of 4. Genesis records Abram’s encounter with God & his resultant actions of faith. Personal encounters with God call us to venture forth & journey by faith. But What are some challenges to that journey? A challenge to our journey of faith lie in...

CHALLENGES To The VENTURE/JOURNEY Of FAITH-II— Genesis 11:26—12:9 Attention: Tom is applying for a job as a signalman for the local railroad & is told to meet the inspector at the signal box. The inspector decides to give Tom a pop quiz, asking: "What would you do if you realized that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Root Of Immorality

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 29, 2020

Have the professed people of God permitted themselves to be compromised by the world to such an extend that they are powerless against wickedness? Though the thought is frightful, Christians need to assess our relationship with the Living God.

The more they increased, the more they sinned against me; I will change their glory into shame. They feed on the sin of my people; they are greedy for their iniquity. And it shall be like people, like priest; I will punish them for their ways and repay them for their deeds. They shall eat, ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing The Way For God’s Visitation-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 27, 2011

1 of 2. John the Baptist was instrumental in preparing the way for the Lord’s visitation. God’s visitation received adequate preparation. How has God’s visitation received adequate preparation? For God’s visitation We must lose the...

PREPARING The WAY For GOD’s VISITATION-I—Luke 3:1-10 Need: Do you feel as if you don’t experience God’s power? You see Him work in others but not in or thru you? John the Baptist was instrumental in preparing the way for the Lord’s visitation. God’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist