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Somebody’s Watching How We Respond To Authority Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 7, 2022

The world is watching how we as Jesus-followers respond to those who have authority over us. Does what they see enhance the cause of Christ or damage it?

Somebody’s Watching How We Respond To Authority Living-Hope 1 Peter 2:12-23 We are in this section of our study of 1 Peter called, ‘Somebody’s Watching Us.’ The theme verse in 1 peter 2:12. Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they will see your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:12-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Treats His People Better (Exodus 11:1-10) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 9, 2022

God doesn't treat all people the same. Also, bonus discussion of OT slavery-- it's not what you think.

The last few weeks, I've found myself struggling with the relentless nature of God's plagues. I don't really even have words to explain how working through this has affected me. But when you find yourself thinking about the plagues off and on during the day while you work, and then ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 11:1-10, Deuteronomy 15:1-18

After God’s Own Heart

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 21, 2022

David was a man after God’s own heart, because of his integrity. Through an overview of David's life, we explore what it is to have the heart of God, by contrasting “Saul’s heart of defiance” with “David’s heart of obedience.”

Baptist Men’s Day, on the Southern Baptist Convention calendar, is observed on January 24, 2021 (which, of course, we are a week late). I have written this morning’s sermon to recognize the men of our congregation, and we’re going to be looking at living a life of integrity before God. Our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

God Made You To Rule (Psalm 8) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

Our God shares his power, and dominion, with us. He gave the world to us, that we would rule over it (Psalm 115:16). (And so we praise Him).

We continue our "sons of God" series today by working our way through Psalm 8. This psalm, is a great psalm. It has a lot to say about who God is, what He is doing, and what God created us to be. We read it, and it makes us think backward to Genesis, and forward to Hebrews, and maybe ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9, Isaiah 30:26-33, Genesis 3:22, 2 Peter 1:3-4

The Return Of Evil Spirits Unto This Wicked Generation

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 7, 2023

We don’t need to have a Christian nation, government, educational system or culture to stand for holiness and thrive spiritually. Let’s stand for holiness not being conformed to the ideologies and modern day thinking of this wicked generation.

The Return of Evil Spirits Unto this Wicked Generation By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Nelson Mandela once said “You speak a language people know you speak to their head. You speak a language people understand you speak to their hearts”. It is my desire to speak to your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45, Matthew 13:10-13, Romans 1:21-32, Matthew 23:27-28, Isaiah 29:13, Leviticus 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

Passionate Commitment Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Apr 25, 2021

A Disciple is passionately committed to Jesus Christ.

Discipleship Matters: Passionately Committed to Jesus Luke 14:25-35 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 04-25-2021 Fan vs Fanilow I’ve been asked if my love for Barry Manilow is real or a joke. I can assure you it is real. When I took piano lessons as a kid, one of the first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

Week 1 Salvation Series

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023

First in a series of seven.

SALVATION I. Introduction Acts 16:29-31 (29) Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas, (30) And brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved? (31) And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:10, Acts 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

Week Four The Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023

A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY

THE CHURCH OR A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY I. INTRODUCTION This lesson addresses the importance and history of the church. Doctrines are often misunderstood or abused, and the doctrine of the church is no exception. Differences in understanding church membership and its importance can be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33, Matthew 16:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Persecuted: Why? Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 1, 2023

The Beatitudes are a beautiful picture of the character of Christ and of consecrated Christians. Why would such a lifestyle depicted in the first seven beatitudes provoke persecution rather than admiration and esteem?

Intro In our study of the Beatitudes, we come to the eighth beatitude. It is recorded in Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”i The reward declared in this final beatitude is the same as declared in the first ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, John 10:1-32, Ephesians 6:12, Proverbs 29:27, Luke 4:1-34, Ephesians 5:1-6, Acts 3:12-19, Acts 2:1-20, Acts 4:1-12, Matthew 10:32-36, 2 Corinthians 5:1-20, Mark 16:15-16, Matthew 28:11-20, Matthew 5:13-16, John 15:1-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Expect The Unexpected Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 6, 2023

Life is unpredictable, so expect to be surprised.

A few years ago (2017), authorities apprehended a group of Minnesota teens for attempting to steal a cake from a local grocery store. The teens were embarrassed, but even more so when they discovered the cake was fake—it was a cardboard display cake. The grocery store owner decided not to press ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11-18, Ecclesiastes 10:1-20, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Praise Yahweh, Our Loyal God (Psalm 106) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 24, 2024

God's loyalty is good, and forever. The psalmist knows it's time to appeal to that loyalty, and to God, and move forward to a better future with God.

If you've ever been to a large amusement park, or zoo, or national/state park, you know that one of the most helpful things you can find there is a giant map with a little dot somewhere on it that says, "You are here." It's easy to get lost in the bigness of what you're ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 106:1-47

Seek Wisdom Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 28, 2024

James contrasts two kinds of wisdom - earthy wisdom and wisdom from above.

James: Practical Faith  James 3:13-18 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  10-27–2024 Unwise In 1912, a French tailor, Franz Reichelt, climbed 200 feet up the Eiffel Tower. He was going to prove his invention worked. His friends thought this was unwise and begged him ...read more

Scripture: James 3:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Being Independent Together With God

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 31, 2024

This message is a revision of a message I delivered previously. God has given us free-will and will not override our decisions. His desire is that we will choose to come into agreement with Him and walk with Him. The choice is ours.

Being Independent Together With God Scripture: Amos 3:3; John 8:36; Exodus 1:11a; 3:7-8; Romans 12:2 Good morning Strangers Rest! This morning, I will be talking with you about “Being Independent Together With God.” While the title seems to be contradictory when you consider that the ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3, John 8:36, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are Christians So Pro Life? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 11, 2024

I want to equip our church family in speaking intelligently and compassionately about abortion. I don’t have a Republican agenda here today as much as I have a kingdom of God agenda.

Today, I want to talk about the sanctity of human life and, specifically abortion. This morning, I want you to join with me in a celebration of life. There is a widespread divide regarding the issue of abortion … people are not indifferent regarding this contested issue. Even now, bringing the very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Is Transubstantiation During Communion Supported By The New Testament Or Early Church History?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 21, 2024

The Holy Communion Eucharist is at the center of Christian worship.

The Holy Communion Eucharist (Gk: ‘eucharisteo’ = give thanks), also known as the Lord’s Supper, commemorates the Last Supper Jesus shared with the Disciples before His crucifixion during their observation of the traditional seder meal served on the 15th and 16th of the month of Nisan in Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29, John 6:53-58, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational