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  • God's Universal Love Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 8, 2007
     | 8,425 views

    God loves everyone...including our enemies.

    Big Idea #1: Whoever and wherever you are, God’s love is pursuing you. (1) God’s love pursues those who are against Him (like the people of Nineveh). (2) God’s love pursues those who are uninterested in Him (like the sailors). (3) God’s love pursues those who are disobedient to Him (like ...read more

  • Straining Forward

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 4, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,473 views

    A New Year's Day message encouraging us to Press On

    Straining Forward Philippians 3:12-14 January 1, 2017 I remember many, many years ago, when I was just a young kid – – – I remember being outside with a basketball and shooting baskets. There would come a time during my shooting where you would have a final countdown. The game is on the line. ...read more

  • Why Feeling Sorry About Your Sin Isn’t Repentance

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 19, 2013
     | 7,132 views

    A look at real repentance versus the emotion that we often mistake for repentance.

    THE NEXT STEPS (LITERALLY): Even after surviving the whale ordeal and getting a second chance, Jonah’s repentance begins with a lot of walking. - Jonah 3:3. - This is a fact that at one level seems rather obvious but that hit me hard a while back. As I considered the story of Jonah, I had ...read more

  • The Minister's Character Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 31, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,551 views

    1 Timothy 6:11-14 shows us four marks of the man of God.

    Scripture We are installing the Rev. Scott Simmons as the part-time Assistant Pastor at the Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church. I would like to draw your attention to Paul’s words in 1 Timothy 6:11-14 where he describes the minister’s character. You may recall that Paul had left Timothy as the pastor ...read more

  • Anniversary PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,994 views

    Encourages Christians to embrace their past, live in the present, and strive for their future, guided by God's Word and His promised heavenly reward.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. I am thrilled to be standing before you today. We gather here, not as strangers, but as a family united by our faith. We are here to share in the love of our Heavenly Father and to seek His wisdom. Our Scripture passage today comes from the book of Philippians, ...read more

  • Grace For Ten

    Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jan 5, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,563 views

    Ten commands that enable us to live the genuine Christian life.

    JAMES LIVING THE REAL LIFE: CULTIVATING A FAITH THAT WORKS GRACE FOR TEN JAMES 4:7-10 INTRODUCTION Turn in your Bible to James chapter 4. If you recall, last week we took a look at the end of chapter 3 and the first part of chapter 4. We talked about this worldly mindset of jealousy that James ...read more

  • “in Pursuit” Series

    Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Jul 26, 2016
     | 7,739 views

    This is part of a series of very brief messages that can be used in church newsletters for stewardship.

    In the third chapter of Philippians, the Apostle Paul uses the Greek word, dioko, (dee-o-ko, “to pursue”) to describe the nature of his spiritual development. In the sixth verse, he says that he pursued Christians in an effort to protect Judaism. In verse twelve, Paul says that he ...read more

  • Wisdom For Life Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,583 views

    Living wisely

    Wisdom for Life What Wisdom is not Wisdom is not knowledge or age or wealth What Wisdom is Wisdom is the ability to discern what is true, right, or lasting, and act accordingly; the opposite of foolishness. How do I Gain Wisdom for Life? Understand the Value of Wisdom Have a Healthy Fear of the ...read more

  • The Lost Obsession Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 4, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,661 views

    OBSESSING FOR THE KINGDOM IS THE SECRET TO OVERCOMING BEING BORED IN THE PEWS.

    Something is Out There: Rumors of the Invisible World of the Sacred God The Lost Obsession 3/1/09 Introduction: theater piece John and Cathy Go to Church Subject: Distracted and Bored at Church Bruce D. Rzengota John and Cathy in church on a typical Sunday John and Cathy are standing in front ...read more

  • God's High Call For Holiness

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
     | 9,441 views

    One of the greatest needs of the church is for holiness.

    1 Peter 1:13-16 KJV Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; [14] As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: [15] But as he which ...read more

  • Abbhoring Evil Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 16, 2018
     | 3,188 views

    Message 31 in our exposition of Romans. This message continues the exploration of unhypocritical love outlined in Romans 12-14.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Abhorring and avoiding the Evil Being stuck to and embracing the Good” Basic Outline of Romans I. Receive the gift of righteousness II. Apply the Gift of Righteousness III. Place of Israel in the God’s Plan of Salvation IV. Live the Gift of ...read more

  • Weary - Yet Pursing

    Contributed by Ray Swift on Jul 12, 2022
     | 2,776 views

    In a time in which things seem to be overwhelming and discouraging, by being obedient to God and His purpose for our lives we can keep pursing.

    FB. Vidalia July 10, 2022 Sunday AM Weary -- Yet Pursuing! Judges 8:4 Intro.: Good morning FB, Vidalia. Great to be back and worship with you here in the summer. My wife Diana and Son Tyler and his girl friend Kelly are all with me as well. Open your copy of God’s inspired and holy word to Judges ...read more

  • Worry Resistant Living Series

    Contributed by Steven Dow on Jul 16, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 4,081 views

    Part 3 of 3 in the series "A Declaration of Dependence." Learn how to live a worry resistant life through dependence upon God.

    WORRY RESISTENT LIVING Series: A Declaration of Dependence Matthew 6:25-34 July 18, 2004 Introduction: There is a deadly disease that is running rampant in our society today. Every year millions are infected and hundreds of thousands die from its deadly symptoms. No, it is not AIDS or the West ...read more

  • Operation: Sovereignty Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011
     | 3,407 views

    Christmas series on why Jesus came to earth.

    Luke 1:26-38 – Messiah Mission #2: Operation Sovereignty Please turn with me to Luke 1:26-38. This being the 2nd Sunday of Advent, we are continuing our Christmas series I’ve called The Messiah Mission. What was Jesus’ purpose for coming to earth, as revealed in the Christmas ...read more

  • Be Careful Who You Love- False Love, Versus True Love, And Loving Truth Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jun 19, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,540 views

    This is two devotional meditations on Proverbs 2:19-22 & 3:1-4. God's love is True & truthful. False love exists. We have to be careful who & what we fall in love with-because whatever we love sets our direction.

    Proverbs 2 19 of all those who go to her none return, nor do they attain paths of life 20 so you go in the way of goodness, and keep the to it 21 for the right (straight, righteous) shall dwell (abide/remain) in the land & the mature (complete, whole) shall remain (be left) in it 22 but the ...read more