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  • Achans Sin Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Robert Robb on Nov 18, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 17,250 views

    Steps in Achans sin

    Study 9 Achan’s Sin Introduction Last week we began to look at this 7th chapter of the book of Joshua, the chapter that records Israel’s one and only defeat in their campaign, under the leadership of Joshua, to conquer and take possession of the land of Canaan. We saw that the root cause of ...read more

  • The Holy Spirit And The Bible

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Dec 9, 2001
    based on 79 ratings
     | 5,476 views

    The Gospel of John, with its long intricate discourses, written by a very old man many years later, is an illustration of the Inspiration and Illumination of Scripture.

    A man whose hobby was collecting old books was talking to a friend, who mentioned he’d just thrown out an old, tattered Bible while cleaning out the attic. “Who printed it, do you know?” the book lover asked. “Oh, someone named Guten- something,” he replied. “Gutenberg?!” the collector gasped. ...read more

  • A New Beginning - Part 1

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 9,112 views

    In this message we begin a study of Nehemiah to see how we can have a new beginning.

    "A NEW BEGINNING" TEXT: NEHEMIAH 1:1-11 Have you ever needed a new beginning, a fresh start, a clean slate - a do over, have you ever needed a second chance after you had really blown it? I’m sure Bill Buckner would love to have a second chance at that ground ball hit to him on the 6th game of ...read more

  • "Have I Begotten You?"

    Contributed by John Waldrip on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,799 views

    Explores Paul’s concept of begetting someone through the Gospel in Philemon 10 & 1 Cor 4.15.

    "HAVE I BEGOTTEN YOU?" Philemon 10 EXPOSITION: 1. Over the last two weeks I have laid before you the truth of God’s Word about the importance of Church and the importance of Gospel preaching. I have done so in an attempt to offset the de-emphasizing of Church and the de-emphasizing of the ...read more

  • Unmasking Your Master Series

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 83 ratings
     | 5,764 views

    When we embrace this Scripture we will say, "I will live a life of undivided loyalty to Jesus Christ."

    July 22, 2001 The Treasure Chest – Part 4 INTRODUCTION Life is full of conflicting requirements…. A high school girl wants to be accepted by her chosen peer group. But their requirements for total acceptance involve wearing certain kinds of clothes, such as tops that expose a bare midriff. ...read more

  • Discern Between The Righteous & The Wicked

    Contributed by John Waldrip on Dec 11, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,738 views

    Scripture demands that discernment (not infallibly, however)be made between those truly converted and those unconverted.

    "DISCERN BETWEEN THE RIGHTEOUS AND THE WICKED" Malachi 3.18 EXPOSITION: 1. Turn to the last book of the Old Testament, the book of Malachi. I would like for us to begin reading at Malachi 3.13. Please stand, and we will read together Malachi 3.13-18: "Your words have been stout against me, ...read more

  • God's Prosperity, Our Participation Series

    Contributed by Bartholomew Riggins on Dec 15, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 13,208 views

    This sermon focuses on our participation in the blessings that God wants to bestow upon our lives so that we can be a greater blessing

    God’s Economy Series God’s Prosperity, Our Participation We greet you today in the Name of our Lord and Saviour, praising God from whom all blessings are always flowing because every good and perfect gift comes from the Father up above. I am grateful to be before you for the preaching and ...read more

  • Secret Praying Series

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Jan 7, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,281 views

    My prayers are for God’s ears only.

    June 17, 2001 Secret Christianity - Part 2 INTRODUCTION Some actors make a lot of money. Julia Roberts Tom Cruise Bruce Willis and John Travolta Each of these currently make $20 million per movie. And there you have Harrison Ford and Mel Gibson who each command $25 million per film. A few ...read more

  • To Pray Well, Obey Well

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 13, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 3,449 views

    If we do not merit God’s blessings, then how is it that those who are obedient are more likely to see their prayers answered?

    This morning, we continue our series of messages on prayer. I’ve chosen this topic to begin the year because of its great importance. Prayer is absolutely foundational to the Christian life. It’s basic to our identity as Christians. Prayer is a necessary practice for anyone who wants to know and ...read more

  • Schism With The Scribes And Factions With The Family

    Contributed by Michael Bird on Jul 13, 2002
    based on 102 ratings
     | 20,469 views

    This sermon describes the opposition Jesus faced from both his own family and from the Scribes. It attempts to highlight how Christians today can face similar accounts of rejection by both the world and from family.

    Schisms with the Scribes and Factions in the Family Introduction I would like set before you a couple of stories in order to illuminate the background to this passage. Scene 1: A Carpenter Shop in Nazareth The road for Sepphoris to Nazareth consisted mostly of rolling hillsides. It was a ...read more

  • On Tiptoe With Joy Series

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 29, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,180 views

    "The Disciples were filled with joy and the Holy Spirit." Sermon describes the person and work of the Holy Spirit

    On Tiptoe with Joy Acts 13:52 “And the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit.” There’s something significant about Luke writing that the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit. Paul and Barnabas were sent out as missionaries by the church in Antioch – Acts ...read more

  • When You're At The End Of Your Rope

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002
    based on 281 ratings
     | 64,240 views

    Elijah and the widow teach us what to do when everything is going wrong.

    Introduction: The story is told of a man who was walking across the road when he was hit by a car. The impact knocked him on his head which caused him to be in a coma for a couple of days before he finally regained consciousness. When he opened his eyes, his loving wife was there beside his bed ...read more

  • The Choice Of A New Generation

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 18,099 views

    We all need to recommit ourselves to the choice of serving God.

    Introduction: I heard about a husband who really enjoyed the meat his wife had served for dinner one night. He asked her, "What did you marinate this in?" Well, his wife immediately went into a long explanation about how much she loved him and how life wouldn’t be the same without him, and so ...read more

  • God's Love Has Your Name On It

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Aug 25, 2002
    based on 75 ratings
     | 11,593 views

    In the midst of an increasingly impersonal culture, we can find strength in the knowledge that God’s love for us is intensely personal.

    (Note: I am indebted to Rick Warren for the title of this message; the sermon itself is original) One of the more troubling aspects of the modern age is the creeping de-personalization of our lives. More and more, as we go through the day, whenever we’re dealing with a branch of government, or a ...read more

  • Life Outside

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 29, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,992 views

    Christ calls us to come outside of the norm of everyday life and take our stand with Him...alone.

    Life Outside Hebrews 13:10-16 Dietrich Bonhoeffer was born into a family where faith was not much of a concern or topic of conversation, but as a 14 year old, Dietrich Bonhoeffer announced that he was going to be a pastor and theologian. His family was stunned and his older brother tried to ...read more