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    Respecting And Rebuking The Saints Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 12, 2022
     | 2,784 views

    In 1 Timothy 5, Paul focused Timothy's attention on specific groups in the church and how to minister to them. In today's section, Paul shared with Timothy how to rebuke specific individuals, how to honor elders, and how to deal with elders who sin.

    Introduction: A. One day a man passed by an enclosure at the zoo and noticed that in the enclosure was both a large lion and an active monkey. 1. The man said to the zoo keeper, “How well does that work having both a lion and a monkey in the same cage? The zoo keeper said, “It works ok for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sermon 9 - Making The Message Clear Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 5, 2025
     | 542 views

    When we are given the opportunity to share the good news about Jesus we have to be ready to communicate the message in a clear and concise manner. This sermon explores how to do just that.

    Introduction: A. In the Scripture reading that was just read for us, the Apostle Paul was concluding his letter to the Colossians and he asked them to pray for two things. 1. First, He asked them to pray that God would open doors for the message of the gospel. 2. Second, He asked them to pray that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sermon 10 - Breaking The Barriers To Belief Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 12, 2025
     | 527 views

    Questions and doubts can stand in the way of a person becoming a follower of Jesus. God is able and willing to work through us to help people get beyond their barriers to belief.

    Introduction: A. Lewis Wallace lived from April 10, 1827 to February 15, 1905 and was an American lawyer, a Union general in the American Civil War, a governor of New Mexico Territory, a diplomat, an artist, and an author from Indiana. 1. Wallace’s journey of faith began with an indifference to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Hand That Rocks The Cradle

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on May 14, 2025
     | 371 views

    Mothers Day Sermon about how Moms can change the world.

    THE HAND THAT ROCKS THE CRADLE PROVERBS 22:6 Prov 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go, Even when he is old he will not depart from it. There is an old saying that says “The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.” I’m not sure if there is a lot of truth in that old saying, but this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon 11 - Investing Your Life In Reaching People Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 19, 2025
     | 549 views

    The mission for all disciples of Jesus includes helping others become followers of Jesus. We are to be "fishers of men" and help others learn to do the same.

    A. Today’s sermon brings to a conclusion this series on outreach that I called “Mission Minded Disciples.” 1. In today’s sermon, we are going to focus on Jesus’ “famous last words,” but before we do, I thought it might be fun to think about some other not so “famous last words.” 2. Here are the Top ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Christ Comes Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 26, 2025
     | 930 views

    When Jesus left earth after His first visit, He promised that He would return. In this sermon, we will explore what happens when Christ returns.

    A. Once there was a minister waiting in line to have his car filled with gas just before a long holiday weekend. 1. The gas station attendant worked quickly, but there were many cars in line ahead of him. 2. Finally, the attendant motioned him toward the vacant pump. 3. The young attendant ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Rewards Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 23, 2024
     | 2,561 views

    God knows that serving Him is not always easy or pleasant, so He encourages and motivates us to not give up by His promised rewards.

    A. Allow me to begin today’s sermon with two brief stories. 1. The first story is about a woman who lost her purse in the chaos of Christmas shopping. a. Her purse was found by an honest young boy who returned to her. b. When the woman looked into her purse to see if everything was there, she ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Putting It All Together Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 30, 2024
     | 1,378 views

    In this final sermon from the "Serving Like Jesus" sermon series, we review the important lessons from each of the sermons in order to try to put the whole series into practice, so that we can serve like Jesus.

    A. One day a professor, a preacher and a professional golfer went deer hunting together. 1. They were all novices, but wanted to try it. 2. They had been out all day and towards dusk they all spotted a 5 point buck at the same time. 3. They each took aim and all three fired a shot at the moving ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Caring For Widows Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 19, 2022
     | 7,555 views

    Widows have a special place in God's heart. When Paul was giving Timothy instructions about ministering to different groups in the church, he gave a lot of instructions about caring for widows.

    Introduction: A. Once there was an elderly widow who had recently married a 4th husband. 1. A reporter saw the wedding announcement and was interested in her story, so she interviewed her. 2. The reporter asked her about the occupation of her newly acquired husband and she replied that he owned a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Under Authority Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 26, 2022
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     | 2,225 views

    Having instructed Timothy on relationships with widows and elders, now Paul addressed relationships between slaves and masters. Paul emphasized the importance of submission and obedience so that God's Word will be held in high esteem.

    Introduction: A. The relationship between bosses and employees can be fodder for many jokes and most of them are not too funny! (Especially if you are the boss) 1. I heard about a boss who put a sign on the company bulletin board that announced: “To err is human, to forgive is not a company ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Fear Of The Lord Is The Beginning Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 15, 2024
     | 2,691 views

    In this second sermon in the series about God's wisdom, we start with the foundation of wisdom that Solomon points to. Wisdom begins with a proper respect and reverence for God.

    A. Robert Ingersoll, who lived from 1833 to 1899, was nicknamed “The Great Agnostic.” 1. On one occasion, Ingersoll, after delivering one of his addresses in defense of agnosticism, pulled out his watch and said, “According to the Bible, God has struck men to death for blasphemy. I will blaspheme ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sermon 10 - Seeing Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 11, 2025
     | 443 views

    Seeing Jesus should be on the top of our list of things we are looking forward to in heaven. And when we see Him, we will be amazed and we will be made just like Him.

    A. One Sunday morning during the sermon, a preacher said to his congregation: “Whoever wants to go to heaven, stand up!” 1. Everyone stood except one man who was sleeping towards the back of the church. 2. The preacher told those standing that they could sit back down. 3. Then the preacher said: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Church Everyone Wants To "join"

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 18, 2025
     | 618 views

    The early church is an excellent model for us to follow. They had four characteristics that made them a church that everyone would want to join.

    The Church Everyone Wants to “Join” David Owens Scripture Reading: Acts 2:42-47 8.17.25 Introduction: A. Good morning, brothers and sisters! Praise God for another Lord’s Day to gather to worship God and to encourage each other. 1. As you know, we just completed a sermon series about eternal ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    On The Road To Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 25, 2023
     | 3,047 views

    This is the last section of Mark before the triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Mark gives us a picture of Jesus on the road to Jerusalem with courage and determination. Along the road to Jerusalem we learn lessons about greatness and service.

    Introduction: A. If you would humor me, I’d like to start with a little bit of “road” humor. 1. Why did the chicken cross the road? I don’t know, why? I don’t know—I asked you first! 2. What do you call a chicken crossing the road? Answer: Poultry in motion. 3. Why did the bubblegum cross the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Is On The Throne

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 7, 2024
     | 1,326 views

    As Christians, our kingdom citizenship is primary and should impact our earthly citizenship. Ultimately, God is in control and Jesus is our only hope.

    A. Brooks Hayes was a Congressman from Arkansas in the 1940s and 50s. 1. One day he sought the advice of a clergyman who suggested that he go out in the rain and lift his head toward heaven. 2. The clergyman said, “It will bring a revelation to you.” 3. The next day Congressman Hayes reported to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ