Sermons on Prayer Power:

Jesus Is __________

Contributed by David Nolte on Jan 26, 2020

The best discovery you will ever make is that of Who Jesus is and place He has and what role He plays in your life.

“JESUS IS _____!” PSALM 107:1-16/ David P. Nolte (I am indebted to Zach Williams for the basic main points.) When you say, “Jesus is ......” the list is practically unending. Actually there are about 200 names or titles for Jesus in the Bible. For instance, “Jesus is: Lord; Master; The Way; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go Thy Way: The Centurion’s Faith Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 16, 2020

A Roman soldier, part of the army occupying Israel at the time, asked if Jesus would heal the soldier's servant. How Jesus responded is one of the classic passages of Scripture!

Background: Jesus has just recently delivered the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7), then healed the leper (Matt 8:1-4). Now He is approached by a Roman centurion (leader of 100 men) who asked Jesus for help. What would Jesus do, or say, in this situation? The text comes from Matthew’s Gospel, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

"what On Earth Will We Do In Heaven?"

Contributed by David Henderson on Feb 17, 2020

There will be two primary activities in heaven. Worship and work. Look with me at Genesis 2:8 and 15.

“What on Earth will we do in Heaven?” 1st Corinthians 10:31, Rev. 7:9-10, Matthew 25:23 The ministry of Dr. Billy Graham began when he was 28 years of age. He died one year ago this month at the age of 99. So he preached the gospel for 70 years. He is a hero to me and many other pastors. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Baptist

Patience In The Midst Of Sufferings

Contributed by Terry Denis on Aug 5, 2019

A common definition of Patience: “Patience is the capacity to accept or endure trouble or suffering without getting angry or upset”

I - Introduction: 1. We learned about the Long Suffering of God a. The long suffering of God leads to repentance. 1. Romans 2:4 4 Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance? 2. 2 ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Wise - Try Again (Part 7)

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 10, 2019

Using the words of Solomon to gain wisdom for daily living. Today we look at why we should not give up.

BE WISE - TRY AGAIN Proverbs 24:16 August 11, 2019 What do these people have in common? Sir James Dyson Jerry Seinfeld Theodor Seuss Geisel Elvis Presley Michael Jordan They were all said to have failed. James Dyson failed 5,126 times in his invention of the Dyson bagless vacuum. Jerry ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:16, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Sword And The Trowel - The Call To Build And To Fight

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Aug 15, 2019

Sermon from Nehemiah that commends believers to engage in the call to destroy one kingdom while at the same time work together to build another

The Sword and the Trowel A Call to Build and to Fight Introduction: The church that the world loves the most is sure to be the church that God despises. I am not sure if I am one of the few or one of the many who feels that, as believers we are growing tired as we build the kingdom of God while ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Jesus’ Great(16) Grandmother, Rahab”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Sep 6, 2019

What we learn from Jesus' grandmother that will help us today

“Jesus’ Grandmother, Rahab” September 8, 2019 Joshua 2:1-21 Jesus had quite a colorful grandmother or great, great (add 30 greats) grandmother. This week in my morning devotions I read about Rahab, again. I have read her story dozens of times - but this time it struck me like never before. It ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Holiness

I Wanna Go Home

Contributed by Brad Stone on Oct 23, 2019

Homecoming day at church is always an enjoyable day that allows us to reflect upon our past as a church. It is also a day for us to look forward to the ultimate homecoming that will never end! (Used sources from Sermon Central to aid in preparation of this message).

I Wanna Go Home Today, as we celebrate homecoming here at Grace Baptist, I want us to take time to remember all that God has done for the church. I want us to recognize the hard work that has gone into bringing the church to the point it is today. Stacy & I have only been here a short time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:27, 1 Kings 8:30, Isaiah 24:18, Malachi 3:10, Revelation 4:1-3, Psalm 11:4, Revelation 21:4, 1 Corinthians 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons In Courage Part 3 Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Oct 25, 2019

Now everyone faces opposition in life. It may be physical, emotional, it may relational, or economic. It may be spiritual. Yet through out the Bible we are called to be courageous, to stand firm, to face life knowing God is with us.

ACTS Lessons in Courage Dr. Tom Bartlett October 6, 2019 Acts 22 (part 2) OUTLINE A Faith That Is D.A.R.I.N.G. (i. n. g.) Dignified respect for opposition “Brothers and fathers. . . he was addressing them in the Hebrew language. . .” Acts 22:1-3 Assessment of your own personal failures I ...read more

Denomination: Other

Lesson #9 [2c1]: Both Were Faithful (Hebrews 3:1-2) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 26, 2019

Next to Abraham, Moses was undoubtedly the man most revered by the Jewish people. To go back to the Law meant to go back to Moses, and the recipients of this letter to the Hebrews were sorely tempted to do just that.

6/30/19 Tom Lowe Lesson #9 [2C1]: BOTH WERE FAITHFUL (HEBREWS 3:1-2) Introduction: At least some of the first readers of the Book of Hebrews were believers who came to Christ out of a background of Judaism. They were steeped in Old Testament understanding. When they heard the Gospel, they ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of A Mighty Church (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 5, 2019

In this sereies on Thessalonians, we discover that the church in Thessalonica was an energetic church, an elect church, an evangelistic church, and expectant church. In other words, they were a mighty church!

Marks of A Mighty Church (Part 1) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/9/2015 A man reportedly approached Charles Spurgeon one Sunday morning and said, “I’ve visited many church these past few years and all of them seem to have problems. So I keep going from church to church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Something Is Better Than Nothing

Contributed by Teddy Walker on Nov 24, 2019

SOMETHING IS BETTER THAN NOTHING

1 Kings 17 1 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the Lord God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. 2 And the word of the Lord came unto him, saying, 3 Get thee hence, and turn ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Christmas Plan

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 25, 2019

Everything is in God's plan. What is His Christmas plan for you? This message helps people realize that all the Christmas planning that we do doesn't compare to all that God has planned.

Thanksgiving has come and gone. Do you believe it? And here we are on the first Sunday of Advent. Advent is what we call the Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Advent is that special time of looking forward to the celebration of the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Even ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Jeremiah 29:11, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

With Wings Like Eagles

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 8, 2017

A look at 11 species of Birds and how they resemble less-than-perfect Christians. Then see 5 characteristics of Eagles, God's example of believers, and how we need to be like them. The Holy Spirit is our wind!

WITH WINGS LIKE EAGLES Isaiah 40:28-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A nursery school teacher was delivering a station wagon full of kids home one day when a fire truck zoomed past. Sitting in the front seat of the truck was a Dalmatian dog. The children started discussing the dog's duties. 2. "They ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Going All Out Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 8, 2017

Living into our calling in Christ challenges us to realize we are not who we hope to be, but neither are we what we used to be. So we press on, keeping the past in proper perspective, understanding who we will become is in the future.

Title: Going All Out Text: Philippians 3:12-16 Introduction Tom Toro is a noted cartoonist and writer. He lives in KS City, MO with his wife and family. But he was not always successful. At one point a few years ago he was so low he had to move back home to live with his parents. Depressed and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational