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  • Preparation For Perfection

    Contributed by Joe Bedy on Oct 9, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,988 views

    Each person must run the race themselves, no one can carry us to the finish line.

    Preparation for Perfection" Oct. 14, 2001 1 Cor. 9:24-27 One of our Elders at the retreat shared with me what an Elder had shared with him, he said "do not give the donkey all the hay at one feeding." Being called a donkey by Stan and afterwards having spent much time analyzing what a donkey ...read more

  • Who Controls You?

    Contributed by Tex Cox on Jan 30, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,386 views

    You know, my Mama used to tell me, “Tex, if you don’t have anything nice to say – then don’t say anything at all!”

    The preacher came to call the other day. He said at my age I should be thinking of the hereafter. I told him, "Oh I do it all the time. No matter where I am - - in the kitchen, upstairs, in the living room, or in the garage, I ask myself, "Now, what am I here after?" Will you bow with me ...read more

  • Part I: The Value Of An Mba Series

    Contributed by Chris Carroll on Sep 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,232 views

    This is the first in a series on helping the body of believers to become better servants. This sermon focus on understanding the need for service and ways to become better servants

    Having a Servant’s Heart Series: Part I: The Value of an M.B.A. Matthew 20:20-28. CBC August 18, 2007 Well, I know that I have missed you over the last several weeks in my travels to China and Vermont and I hope that you have missed me maybe a little. But as Amanda reminded me the other day, that ...read more

  • The Joy Of Progress Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,877 views

    Part 8 in a series on Philippians focusing in the keys to Spiritual Growth

    The Joy of Progress Philippians 3:12-21 I. Introduction A. The Two Trappers 1. In the mid 1800’s two trappers were diligently collecting skins in the Cumberland Plateau area of Tennessee. a) At the end of the season the two decided to pack up and head home. b) They made their way back to the river ...read more

  • You Ahead Of Me!

    Contributed by Adam Webb on Oct 25, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 4,323 views

    In this sermon I talk to Christians about putting the needs of others first as we follow the example of Christ. I also talk about the church displaying servant leadership in the community.

    Introduction As Christians there are alot of things that often rob us of living in the grace of God. Do you ever just loose your joy? Many things can make us loose joy little things like, -Waking up late and getting in trouble with the boss -Admitting your spouse was right and you were wrong -The ...read more

  • The Journey Of Service

    Contributed by John Harvey on Jun 7, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,069 views

    Peter and John were two ordinary people who were friends with Jesus. They were servants. Jesus wants us to be F.A.T.; Faithful, Available and Teachable

    The Journey of Service 06/12/05 Intro: Today we want to look at some steps of the journey of two of Jesus’ closest friends. We want to begin by thinking through some lessons learned by Peter and John and then applying them to our life. We want to look at three sections of scripture that will ...read more

  • Overcoming Addictions

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 21, 2004
    based on 84 ratings
     | 16,413 views

    People can find themselves addicted to many vices these days. Addictions can fall into many categories that are both conscious and unconscious obsessions: drugs, lusts, bad habits, anger, vengeance, politics, intrigue, gossiping, selfishness, gluttony, en

    Overcoming Addictions (Matt 6:24-34) People can find themselves addicted to many vices these days. Addictions can fall into many categories that are both conscious and unconscious obsessions: drugs, lusts, bad habits, anger, vengeance, politics, intrigue, gossiping, selfishness, gluttony, envy, ...read more

  • The Dangers Of Unbelief Series

    Contributed by Matthew Cook on Apr 19, 2005
    based on 57 ratings
     | 19,598 views

    Warnings about Disobedience Brought About by Faithlessness

    The Dangers of Unbelief April 17, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction Present the following illustration on belief: People refuse to believe that which they don’t want to believe, in spite of evidence. When explorers first went to Australia they found a mammal which laid eggs; spent ...read more

  • How Jesus' Life And Ministry Contrasted With The Pharisaical Religious Leaders

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,199 views

    Jesus’ values were based on loving the Lord with all of one’s heart, soul, strength and mind. (Luke 10:27) The Pharisees’ values were rooted in their traditions and their religious laws

    How Jesus’ Life and Ministry Contrasted With the Pharisaical Religious Leaders Illustration:The trouble oftentimes with religious people is that they try to be more spiritual than God himself. Frederick Buechner. 1. Jesus’ values were based on loving the Lord with all of one’s heart, soul, ...read more

  • When Life Hits You In The Face Series

    Contributed by Tim George on Feb 5, 2001
    based on 176 ratings
     | 7,492 views

    Since we all have troubles how do we face those troubles?

    “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” (James 1:2-4) A recent request for sick leave to the U.S.S. Saratoga read: ...read more

  • Acts Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,255 views

    Jesus causes us to consider our motive in what we do and reminds us that if our inward motive from the heart is "not of God" then "not of God" is what we will get. Why do you do what you do?

    INTRODUCTION Chapter 5 began the sermon on mount with definition of “Happiness”: If you will look, and search – If you really hunger and thirst – IF you truly SEEK God with all of your heart THEN your actions will show it – And The RESULT will be “Happiness” as God defines it to be! Chapter 5 ...read more

  • Health Habits Review Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 12, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,109 views

    This message reviews all of the 12 spiritual disciplines.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Healthy Habits Review" Introduction Today we conclude a long series in the habits or practices that not only cultivate spiritual maturity but enable us to develop greater capacity to relate to God. I want to provide some spiritual direction for the New ...read more

  • Transformation #2: The Secrets Of The Secret Place Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 6, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,847 views

    As we spend time in the secret place of prayer – in solitude, silence, and soaking – we are transformed into the image of Jesus.

    TRANSFORMATION #2: THE SECRETS OF THE SECRET PLACE OPENING TEXT: “But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord.” (2 Cor. 3:18). REVIEW: 1. The Spiritual ...read more

  • Proclaiming A Fast

    Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 9, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,206 views

    Explores the value and purposes of fasting privately and corporately.

    I. Fasting Defined: Refraining from eating and/or drinking. A. Three degrees or types of fasting are mentioned in Scripture. 1. Normal Fast - total abstinence from food (Matthew 4:1-2 & Luke 4:1-2). a. Matthew 4:1-2 1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted ...read more

  • Survival Kit

    Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 12,169 views

    What a Christian needs to pack for a Survival Kit.

    Survival Kit Matthew 28:19-20 19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." (NAS) I. ...read more