Sermons on Our Return Home:

Farewell

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Feb 9, 2005

A Word study on a single verse

Farewell? (fare thee well) TEXT: 2 Corinthians 13:11 Finally, brethren, farewell1. Be perfect2, be of good comfort3, be of one mind4, live in peace5; and the God of love and peace shall be6 with you. I. The Fare Well is Presented—A Command 1farewell— cairete (÷áéñåôå), be exceedingly joyful. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Baptist

A Few Good Men Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Feb 22, 2005

This sermon looks at six characteristics in the life of Cornelius.

Don’t you just love those U.S. Marine T.V. commercials? The ones with the finely dressed marine with his sword and at the end the commentator says all they want is “A Few Good Men”. This morning we are going to take a look at a good man. His name was Cornelius. From this passage we can identify ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Tools For Living: Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 7, 2006

Tools for Living - Salvation, The Word and Prayer

Tools for Living Open with a recap Toolboxes contain items that are both essential and items that are useful. Essential Salvation – No Tool – we don’t really do anything but accept it. Rom 6:23 - 23For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in[a] Christ Jesus our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Thyatira Attitude Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jun 16, 2005

This is the fourth message in a series of seven that deals with the attitudes of the seven churches of Revelation.

The Thyatira Attitude Rev. 2:18-29 I. The Positives to Be Noticed (v. 18-19) A. They were reminded of the Power of Christ (v. 18-19a) 1. Reminded that He was the Son of God 2. Reminded that He knew the intentions of their heart & mind 3. Reminded that He was the Judge of all B. They seemingly had ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

"Fear Factor" By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Nov 2, 2004

In the hills there’s a saying, "Only a buzzard would feed on his friends" In the Church we have a saying too, "Faith only conquers Fear. Let’s examine why!

Introduction In the last couple of Television seasons, the wave of relality TV has set in. Survivor, Big Brother, My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiance’ and rated No. 1 last week: Fear Factor! The NBC program has topped the rating recently because of its level of play has been raised. Sibblings. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Is About The Present

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 19, 2003

Christmas is about the PRESENT, the BLESSED LORD JESUS CHRIST!!!

“CHRISTMAS IS ABOUT THE PRESENT” 2 CORINTHIANS 9:15 1. Jesus is God’s PRESENT to us. gift (2 Corinthians 9:15; John 3:16; Isaiah 9:6; 1 John 4:14) 2. Jesus has come as a result of God’s PROMISE to us. (Numbers 23:19; Isaiah 55:11; Genesis 3:15; Isaiah 59:16; Micah 5:2; Isaiah 52:13-53:12 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Cause Of Prayerlessness Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 23, 2003

More of Andrew Murray’s work, describing why we don’t pray as we should. Fairly strong use of holiness doctrine.

Prayer Meeting – July 23, 2003 The Cause of Prayerlessness – Prayerlessness #2 (Taken from Andrew Murray’s The Prayer Life) Galatians 5:16-18 What is the cause of prayerlessness? How about unbelief? Like the disciples who could not cast out the demons (Matt.17)? Jesus said it was that, and it was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-18, 1 Corinthians 3:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Peace That Passes Understanding Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

What are the requirements for such a deep and lasting peace?

Philippians 4:4-7 Sunday, July 21, 2002 A few weeks ago we began this section of Philippians by saying that the theme is peace. In 4:2-3, Paul speaks of peace among the body - getting along with one another. In the section we want to look at this morning he turns to inner peace. To see how this ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Easter All About

Contributed by David Dewitt on May 5, 2004

A look at the real meaning of Easter. A devotional for the church newsletter.

What is Easter All About? 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 March 2004 We have candy coated Easter, literally. We have made Easter about candy filled baskets, colorful plastic eggs, chocolate surprises and cute little bunnies. Is this what Easter is really all about or is there something more than we should ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Do We Need The Bible

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 11, 2004

We need the Bible so that we can know that we have sinned and need a Savior.

“Why Do We Need The Bible” 2 Timothy 3:14-17 1. We Need the Bible because it is our Only STANDARD. (v. 14) 1 Timothy 4:16; 2 Timothy 1:13; 2:2; 1 Thessalonians 1:5; 2:13; Proverbs 22:6; John 8:30-31; Acts 2:42; 1 Timothy 6:20; Genesis 18:19; Deuteronomy 6:4-9 2. We Need the Bible because it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

That Day! Series

Contributed by Winson Butler on May 25, 2004

What a day it will be! The day that Jesus comes. The Word of God presents three intresting things concerning this event. Let’s examine them together.

"That Day..." Dr. E. Winson Butler Matthew 24:36-42 kjv (pg 858 NT white pew Bible) Introduction I. illus. When Jeb Bush (now Governor of Florida) came to Jacksonville, FL during his campaign, he made a stop at the Jacksonville Landing. Unfortunately I was downtown during that time and traffic ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-42

Denomination: Baptist

What Prompted Jesus To Dowhat He Did

Contributed by Doug Warren on Dec 13, 2002

Several factors promoted Jesus to leave the Glory of Heaven, take on Human form, suffer and die... What were they?

Intro:It "boggles our mind" to think that Jesus existed in Glory before the foundation of the world, was co-creator with the Father and Holy Spirit, lived a limitless existence with all glory and privilige at His disposal, yet CHOSE to leave all that, come to Earth and Limit himself to the confines ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Grace Teaches A Child Of God?

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Mar 13, 2003

THE GRACE OF GOD WILL SET UP A CLASS ROOM IN ARE HEART AND TEACH US .

TEXT VERSE TITUS 2-12 TEACHING US. WHEN I READ IN THE BOOK OF TITUS I FIND THAT GODS GRACE TEACHES ME TO DO SOME THINGS. WHAT GRACE TEACHES ME? 1.GRACE TEACHES ME TO LEAVE. TITUS 2-12 TEACHING US THAT DENYING UNGODLINESS AND WORLDLY LUST.KJV ANY THING THAT LOOKS LIKE SIN WE ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-13

Feeling Worn Down?

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 18, 2003

We all carry baggage, but Jesus has offered to take that load off of your shoulders.

(Message starts with church member carrying 5-6 heavy suitcases labeled: anger, failure, worry, doubt, guilt, etc...member tries to get seated with baggage. Q & A with Pastor about carrying baggage. Pastor takes baggage from membe and puts it around the cross). Like Sean many of you are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Zoeology Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 15, 2003

This is the 3rd study in the study "Doctrinal Issues From 1 Timothy".

Series: Doctrinal Issues From 1 Timothy[#3] ZOEOLOGY: THE DOCTRINE OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 1 Timothy 2:1-15; 4:11-16; 6:3-20 Introduction: 1. Past studies: Ecclesiology and Soteriology. 2. Zoeology: The doctrine of the Christian life. 3. In this study we will study the purpose of having worship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-15, 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist