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  • Solemnity Of The Ascension Of The Lord And Mother's Day

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 11, 2024
     | 1,076 views

    We are chasing a sense of enoughness. But it remains ever out of reach, and the effort and anxiety are burning us out. American "performancism."

    Martha Campbell said of flunking her final exams and the resulting report card, and what her parents did: "I got a no TV for a week in math, a no dessert for a month in history, and a just wait 'til your father gets home in social studies." My seminary Bible teacher said, “The ...read more

  • Contemplative Prayer

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 10, 2022
     | 1,620 views

    Contemplative prayer is much like two lovers in love with each other. In contemplation we use new approaches or tools, if you will, to hear God more completely, intimately, or thoroughly.

    Mark 1:35 – “35 Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he got up, went out, and made his way to a deserted place; and there he was praying.” This verse reminds me of how important it is to get away by myself and totally focus on God as I pray. Two weeks ago, we spent some time talking ...read more

  • Christian Views Embracing Lgbtqia+ Series

    Contributed by Dennis King on Mar 23, 2023
     | 2,115 views

    I think too few Christians are willing to embrace gays with open arms and hearts, as we should, but also, too many gays seethe and release their anger on anyone is not willing to endorse or affirm their dissenting lifestyles.

    Christian Views Embracing LGBTQIA+ Allow me to start this brief essay off with the NIV Bible verse of Romans 2:1, You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge another, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same ...read more

  • Finding God Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jan 2, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,824 views

    Jesus’ first independant action, teaching in the Temple at the age of 12, introduces His life-long urgency of helping people find God.

    Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right. Proverbs 20:11 “I must be about my Father’s business” -Jesus We must teach others how to find God. I. Through Worship (41-42) A. Habit-forming B. Family oriented C. Centers on praise for God’s help and ...read more

  • Getting Centered In Truth Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 21, 2021
     | 3,320 views

    Getting Centered in Truth Series: CREED: Truths that Unite Brad Bailey - January 10, 2021

    Getting Centered in Truth Series: CREED: Truths that Unite Brad Bailey - January 10, 2021 Intro Good morning Westside Vineyard family and friends. If you are watching this from afar... perhaps at a later time... I am so glad you are joining. And to those connected or connecting to the Westside ...read more

  • Gospel Of Self-Esteem Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 18, 2023
     | 2,998 views

    Message cautions believers about the philosophies taught by humanist psychologists. Are their concepts compatible with biblical teaching concerning self-awareness and assurance? The issue of self-esteem is specifically addressed.

    Intro Self-awareness is a part of the human experience. Managing our inner consciousness of self can be challenging. Watch a young toddler. At times, he will act out of sense of confidence, maybe even over confidence. At other times, he will withdraw out of a sense of shame or fear of ...read more

  • God Desires Our Worship Series

    Contributed by Allen Patterson on Mar 17, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 15,960 views

    How to keep our hearts right where God wants them and explore the fact that God also desires our worship.

    Last week we talked about how God desires our hearts – hearts that are redeemed, restored, and renewed. He desires them because He created them (us) for a relationship with Him – a living God. Today we are going to talk about how to keep our hearts right where God wants them and explore the fact ...read more

  • From Nowhere To Somewhere Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on May 2, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 12,012 views

    There is an intention to the law.

    FROM NOWHERE TO SOMEWHERE Galatians 3:19-25 S: Law & Grace Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: THERE IS AN INTENTION TO THE LAW. ?: What? What is its purpose? KW: Purposes TS: We will find in our study of Galatians 3:19-25 four purposes that demonstrate the intention of the law. The _____ purpose that ...read more

  • The Heart Of Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 6, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,985 views

    This message looks at the heart of Evangelsim, unpacking the Christians motivation, message and mandate.

    THE HEART OF EVANGELISM ROMANS : 10:1:21 WHAT MOTIVATES YOU EACH NEW DAY? WHAT ARE YOUR AIMS IN LIFE? WHAT IS YOUR HEARTS DESIRE? ALL OF US HAVE HEART DESIRES , YOUNG OR OLD ALIKE, WE ALL PURSUE OUR DESIRES. MAYBE FOUND: EDUCATION - BUSINESS - MEDIA - RELATIONSHIPS – LEISURE – PLEASURES ...read more

  • The Joy Of Successful Christian Living Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 105 ratings
     | 49,864 views

    This sermon looks at four aspects of Successful Christian Living. 1. Face your SHORT-COMINGS 2. Let go of your PAST 3. Focus on the FUTURE 4. Fight to the WIN

    The Joy of Successful Christian Living Our text for today is found in Philippians chapter three. Please follow along with me as I read – Paul is speaking and he says: “Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which ...read more

  • 10 Characteristics Of Healthy Churches

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 29, 2003
    based on 151 ratings
     | 42,347 views

    The characteristics of a healthy church compiled from nine of the most significant church health studies to date.

    During the last 20 years there has been a tremendous focus on church growth. Unfortunately this has created a tendency to be more analytical than prescriptive, more quantitative than qualitative. Rick Warren writes in “The Purpose-Driven Church”; (Zondervan) "the key issue for churches in the ...read more

  • Revenge And Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,208 views

    The desire to take revenge is not necessarily sinful, but we must not take our own revenge. Government may do so, but if it fails, ultimately God will take revenge.

    Forgiveness is Conditional, Part 3: When The Offender Won’t Repent Thus far in our series, we have tried to answer the following questions: (1) Do I have to forgive someone who has not repented? The answer I gave was, "no." God does not forgive those who will not repent, and He is our ...read more

  • How The Holy Spirit Keeps Us Balanced

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,957 views

    The Holy Spirit keeps us balanced with His sensitivity to our inclination to get out of balance

    How the Holy Spirit Keeps Us Balanced Illustration:The more we know of God, the more unreservedly we will trust him; the greater our progress in theology, the simpler and more childlike will be our faith. J. G. Machen. 1. The Holy Spirit keeps us balanced with His sensitivity to our ...read more

  • What Are Some Temperamental Tendencies We Need To Guard Against?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,226 views

    We need to learn to be more controlled by the Spirit. Actively guard against specific temptations that may prove harmful – based on your individual faulty tendencies. Let us examine certain behavioral patterns that should be avoided by the four different

    "To the weak I became weak, to the strong I became strong. I have become all things to all men so that by all means I might save some." (I Cor. 9:19-21) 1. Have you ever heard of the expression, "One man’s meat is another man’s poison?" What may be fuel for one person may turn out to be dangerous ...read more

  • Creating Congregational Health Series

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jan 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,161 views

    This sermon is the first in a series of five on The Church Health Review which attempts to make members aware that there is a health cycle of the congregation of God’s people.

    Robert Dale in his book “To Dream Again: How To Help Your Church Come Alive,” says that there are four ways to revitalize a church. The strategies would be: change policies, change personnel, change programs or clarify purpose. The fourth way to revitalize a church is to define and act on its ...read more