Sermons on Persistence In Prayer:

Responding To Threats Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 17, 2014

False teachers threaten the health of the Community of Faith, just as errant doctrine threatens the spiritual welfare of the people of God. The message considers how the elder is to respond to such threats.

“But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness.” [1] The people of God live under constant threat even to their lives. Jesus warned His people, “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11

Denomination: Baptist

When Standing Alone Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 27, 2016

Each Christian will eventually stand alone. At such times, they may be assured that they are never truly alone--the Lord is standing with them.

2 TIMOTHY 4:16-18 WHEN STANDING ALONE… “At my first defense no one came to stand by me, but all deserted me. May it not be charged against them! But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Good Cheer For Christmas

Contributed by Charles Spurgeon on Dec 15, 2014

A classic sermon by Charles Spurgeon on the feast we may find in Christ Jesus.

"And in this mountain shall the Lord of hosts make unto all people a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined." -Isaiah 25:6. We have nearly arrived at the great merry-making season of the year. On Christmas-day we shall ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:6

Denomination: *other

Provisions For The Sanctuary

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 5, 2015

God has established principles for His people to guide their giving. The principles are outlined even as Israel journeyed on the exodus.

“The LORD said to Moses, ‘Speak to the people of Israel, that they take for me a contribution. From every man whose heart moves him you shall receive the contribution for me. And this is the contribution that you shall receive from them: gold, silver, and bronze, blue and purple and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Doctor Of Spiritual Medicine Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 10, 2015

A study of the book of Hebrews 4: 1 –16

Hebrews 4: 1 –16 Doctor Of Spiritual Medicine 1 Therefore, since a promise remains of entering His rest, let us fear lest any of you seem to have come short of it. 2 For indeed the gospel was preached to us as well as to them; but the word which they heard did not profit them, not being ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How Will Your Epitaph Read?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 1, 2015

Life is preparation for death. How you administer your life now determines God's response to you and your place in the world to come.

“Be not afraid when a man becomes rich, when the glory of his house increases. For when he dies he will carry nothing away; his glory will not go down after him. For though, while he lives, he counts himself blessed —and though you get praise when you do well for yourself— ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World, The Lord Has Come Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 2, 2017

In the account of Christ’s advent in John 1:19-37, we see a 1) Joyful Preparation (John 1:19-28), a 2) Joyful Arrival (John 1:29-34) and a resulting 3) Joyful Response (John 1:35-37).

If you're the type of person who counts down the days until your local radio station starts playing nonstop Christmas music, you might want to brace yourself for some bad news. Apparently listening to Christmas music on loop could have some negative effects on your mental health, according to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-37

Denomination: Other

A Church At The Mouth Of Hell Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 25, 2018

A brief study of the church in Pergamum in which believers are commended for serving even where Satan dwells. However, toleration of evil people was already contaminating the congregation.

“To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: ‘The words of him who has the sharp two-edged sword. “‘I know where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. Yet you hold fast my name, and you did not deny my faith even in the days of Antipas my faithful witness, who was killed among you, where Satan ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Barabbas, An Undeserving Recipient Series

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Mar 25, 2025

To give something good to someone who doesn’t deserve it seems irresponsible; it seems perhaps a little careless, maybe even—can I use this word?...reckless.

Barabbas, an Undeserving Recipient Matthew 27: 17 – 20 Series: A Day in the Life of… (Easter Series) To give something good to someone who doesn’t deserve it seems irresponsible; it seems perhaps a little careless, maybe even—can I use this word?...reckless. And I think most of us can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:17-20, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keep Wising Up - Ecclesiastes 10:12-20 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 29, 2025

This passage contains practical wisdom on controlling your tongue, making plans and finding direction in life, managing money, and controlling your thought life.

10:12 The words from the mouth of a wise man are gracious, but the lips of a fool consume him. 13 The beginning of the words of his mouth is folly, but the end of his speaking is evil madness. 14 Yet the fool multiplies words. No one knows what will happen, and who can tell anyone what will ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:12-20

The Bottom Line: Fear & Obey - Ecclesiastes 12:9-14 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 1, 2025

Imagine if you could read and digest all those books and all the books from the past, assimilate all that knowledge, and boil it down to the final bottom line for life. That bottom line is revealed in this passage.

Ecclesiastes 12:9 In addition to the Teacher being a wise man, he constantly taught the people knowledge; he weighed, explored, and arranged many proverbs. 10 The Teacher sought to find delightful sayings and write words of truth accurately. 11 The sayings of the wise are like goads, and those from ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:9-14

Right Now Counts Forever - Ecclesiastes 12:14 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 2, 2025

Is there going to be a Judgment Day for believers? Yes! And knowing what will happen on that day is crucial in the way you live this life. This message is a summary of Scripture’s teaching on the subject.

Ecclesiastes 12:13 When all has been heard, the conclusion of the matter is: fear God and keep His commands, because this is for all humanity. 14 For God will bring every act to judgment, including every hidden thing, whether good or evil. Introduction Summary of Ecclesiastes After 16 weeks ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:14

Why Your Soul Craves Something Bigger Than This World - Psalm 4:4-5 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 6, 2025

If God is our refuge, what are we told to fear him? Why fear a refuge? Is God safe or dangerous? He is safe when you are running to Him and He is dangerous when you are running away from Him.

Psalm 4:1-8 For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David. Answer me when I call to you, O my righteous God (lit God of my righteousness). Give me relief from my distress; be merciful to me and hear my prayer. 2 How long, O men, will you turn my glory into shame? How long ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:4-5

You Don't Have To Be A Star To Be In My Show

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2021

Recognition of those who advance the cause of Christ through quiet service within the assembly of the righteous.

“Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus, who risked their necks for my life, to whom not only I give thanks, but all the churches of the Gentiles give thanks as well. Greet also the church in their house. Greet my beloved Epaenetus, who was the first convert to Christ in Asia. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

Leading By Example Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 24, 2021

Effective Gospel Ministry must be 1) Committed to God’s Mastery (Titus 1:1a), 2) Committed to God’s Mission, Message and Means (Titus 1:1b-3), as well as 3) Committed to God’s Members (Titus 1:4)

Titus 1:1-4 Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, for the sake of the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth, which accords with godliness. 2 in hope of eternal life, which God, who never lies, promised before the ages began. 3 and at the proper time manifested in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-4

Denomination: Other