Sermons on podcast:

Paying The Temple Tax Lesson 19 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2016

We must do what we are commanded to do even though we are not able to do it. God will do through us and begin only what only God can do.

A. INTRODUCTION: THE DILEMMA “On their arrival in Capernaum, the collectors of the Temple tax came to Peter and asked him, ‘Doesn’t your teacher pay the Temple tax?’ ‘Yes, he does,’ Peter replied. Then he went into the house. But before he had a chance to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

To Live Is Christ Means What?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 31, 2017

What does it mean TO LIVE IS CHRIST? What does it mean to you?

In Philippians 1:21, Paul said, “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” Have you ever thought about that statement? What does it mean TO LIVE IS CHRIST? What does it mean to you? Now if we look at the whole verse we can see that Paul is talking about staying here and completely God’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21, Philippians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

Breakfast With Jesus Lesson 35 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 21, 2017

Disciples go fishing and catch nothing.Jesus appears and tells them where to cast net.

“After these things Jesus showed Himself again to the disciples at the Sea of Tiberias, and in this way He showed Himself: Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. Simon Peter said to them, ‘I ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing Down The Walls Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 31, 2017

Walls don’t automatically fall down by obeying one time.

A. APPROACHING THE BATTLE 1. Our battle plan comes from God. “I have given you Jericho, its kings, and all its mighty warriors” (6:2). “Joshua told the priests to carry the Ark of the Covenant around the city. Have seven priests walk in front carrying a ram’s horn. Have ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:6-25

Denomination: Baptist

How To Accomplish A Big Hard Scary Job Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2017

When you don't know where to start

A. SIZE UP BIG JOBS WITH A BIG OVERALL PERSPECTIVE: JOSHUA 10:16-43 1. Why big jobs defeat us? a. We’re scared of failure. b. We don’t know where to start. c. We’ve failed at big jobs before. d. Lack of motivation. e. Worthy goal, but not with my limitations. “God led Israel to cross the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:8-43

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua An Example To Follow Lesson 13 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2017

Qualities of Joshua

A. QUALITIES OF JOSHUA 1. Lived beyond his limitation. Began as a slave, but died a freeman. “Joshua . . . the servant of the LORD, died, being one hundred and ten years old” (Joshua 24:29). 2. Lived ahead of his contemporaries. When ten spies rebelled, “Joshua . . . spoke unto the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Baptist

Encountering God: Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 3, 2013

Who Was Jacob?

Pastors Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: Jacob: From Deceiver to Saint Lesson 1: Encountering God A. WHO WAS JACOB? 1. Second twin son born to Isaac and Rebekah. a. Famous grandfather Abraham. b. Fraternal ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When You Fast: Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 20, 2014

Jesus tells us to fast.

A. JESUS TELLS US TO FAST “Lord, I will not fast with an outward “religious” face for that is just to get attention from others; the “attention” they get is their reward. 17I will dress my normal way 18when I fast so no one will know I’m fasting. My fast will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does God Permit Evil On Babies At Birth?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 25, 2014

Why should children suffer from pain or loss?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Thalidomide was introduced in 1957 and over 7,000 children were born without limbs (deformity). Forty percent died. 2. Birth problems, 1,500 deaths per 100,000 births. 3. Abortion. 4. Child starved and beaten by mother’s lover. 5. Birth Hypoxia, lack of oxygen at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Walk

Contributed by Trayce Carter Russell on Apr 21, 2016

Without Faith it is impossible to please God

“Faith Walk” “Get Out of the Boat” Mathew 14:22-29 & 2 Corinthians 5:7 For we walk by Faith and not by Sight Song: I don’t feel no ways tired Faith- belief and confidence in what you cannot see. When we were born we are born with five senses. Which is the ability ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Core 52 Week 1 - Creation: Why Are We Here Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Feb 17, 2020

Every culture has an "origin story." In fact we all have an origin story. So we ask, "where did I come from?" Genesis 1 answers that question.

Creation - Why Are We Here?  (You can listen to this sermon on audio on my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2432831) Intro: • [SERMON BUMPER VIDEO] - Apollo 8 astronauts reading from Gen. 1 - found on Youtube. • Noteworthy that humanity’s reaction to being in space was to search ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Community Of Faith Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 1, 2020

The "Jesus Only" life begins with our closest community - Our family. It begins with how husbands and wives treat and care for one another. Then our parenting comes into the picture and expands outward into our life at work and in the larger community.

A Community of Faith  (To hear the sermon, please go to my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2209196 ) Intro: • [VIDEO] Relationship Tension video montage. (clips from Big Fat Greek Wedding, Home Alone and Office Space.) • What do they all have in common? Relationships that are in ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Core 52 Week 25 - Supernatural Protectors Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jun 21, 2020

We may not always notice, but a supernatural world that influences us for good or ill. How do we remain alert to its influence and power? How do we engage the supernatural and protect ourselves from its potential evils? Let's follow a man's story in Mark 9 to see.

You can hear the audio of the sermon on my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/4261040 Being A Supernatural Protector Intro: • Father’s Day, but the topic is the supernatural. • Kind of a difficult transition. • But oddly appropriate. • Spirit world is real, active and we’re in a war ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-23, Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Core 52 Week 27 - Really Good News Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jul 7, 2020

We could all use some good news in these difficult times. What's the best news you could hear right now? Let's find out.

If you'd like to hear the audio of the sermon, please visit my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/4459412 Intro: • SGN - John Krasinski (The Office, Jack Ryan) o Why no news show dedicated to good news? o Invited Twitter followers to share good news stories with him. Started YT ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1, Romans 1:16, 1 Corinthians 2:2, 1 Corinthians 9:16, Romans 6:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Core 52 Week 31 - All You Need Is Love Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Aug 4, 2020

Maybe the Beatles were right. In a world that shifts constantly, what principle do we rely on to guide us? A classic question with a timeless response. Love God and love one another.

You can hear the sermon on my podcast here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/4831982 • Our world is full of contradictory direction giving. Particularly now. o Mask, no mask? o Go out in public, stay home? o Kids go to school or not? o The problem with this situation is that deciding which ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-5, Deuteronomy 10:12, John 14:15, Mark 12:38-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ