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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
To succeed in life, we must learn how to lose with dignity. Analyzing our setbacks and developing our skills helps us identify our weaknesses. Success isn't about winning but learning from our failures, which helps build character and achieve victory.
SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Philippians 3:7-8) [7] "But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ." [8] "Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 3:7-8, Genesis 12:8, Psalm 133:1-3
Denomination: Pentecostal
Explores enduring hardship, embodying a good soldier for Christ, and manifesting spiritual strength as key aspects of our Christian walk.
Good morning, family! It's a blessing to be here with you all today, sharing in the light of God's love. Today, we're going to take a long, hard look at a passage from 2 Timothy that's got a lot to say about our walk with Christ. But before we get into that, I want to share a quote with you. It's ...read more
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4
Topics: Spiritual Strength
Explores God's abundant blessings, His divine purpose for each individual, and our responsibility to steward these blessings wisely.
Good morning, beloved family of God. How wonderful it is to gather together in this sacred space, bound by our shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we unite in worship, we affirm the words of the Apostle Paul in Romans 1:12, "that is, that we may be mutually encouraged by each ...read more
Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-37
Topics: Blessing, Others
This sermon emphasizes finding true happiness in gratitude towards God, honoring Him in all circumstances, and holding onto hope through His enduring love and mercy.
Good morning, beloved congregation. It's always a joy to gather together in God's house, to lift our voices in praise, to bow our heads in prayer, and to open our hearts to His Word. Today, we are turning our attention to a Psalm that is a song of joy, a hymn of thanksgiving, a melody of hope. ...read more
Topics: Joy, God
This sermon explores the transformative power of a Christ-centered life, enabling believers to overcome challenges and reach greater heights through divine strength.
Welcome, beloved friends and family, to another blessed gathering in the house of the Lord. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, drawn together by the bonds of faith and the common pursuit of understanding God's Word. As we gather in fellowship, let us remember the words of the ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 4:13
Topics: Work, 2024
Encourages embracing God's gifts of power, love, and a sound mind to live out our faith courageously amidst fear and uncertainty.
Good morning, beloved family of God. There is a sense of anticipation in the air today as we gather in this sacred space, united in faith and fellowship. We are here to share, to listen, and to learn. We are here to be comforted and to be challenged. We are here to be reminded of our divine ...read more
Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7
Topics: Fear, Courage
Explores the depth of God's love as demonstrated by Christ's sacrifice, and how we can reflect this love in our daily lives.
Good morning, beloved family of God! What a blessing it is to gather together, united in purpose, bound by the love of our Savior. We are here to celebrate the goodness of our God, to deepen our understanding of His Word, and to encourage one another as we navigate the winding path of life. Today, ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:14
Topics: God's Love
This sermon encourages believers to persevere in doing good, persist in prayer, and find power in perseverance, promising God's reward in due time.
Hello, dear friends. It is always a joy to gather together in the company of fellow believers, to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, and to immerse ourselves in the transformative power of God's Word. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a new understanding, a new perspective ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 6:9
Topics: Hold On
This sermon explores how to follow God's guidance, find spiritual nourishment, and seek comfort in His protection, as depicted in Psalms 23.
Welcome, dear friends, to this time of shared worship and reflection. Today, we gather under the banner of our faith, bound together by the love of our Savior and the fellowship of believers. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here to be filled, to be renewed, to be ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6
Topics: All I Need
Explores the Christian concepts of free will, faith tested through trials, and spiritual growth in a fallen world, using biblical teachings as guidance.
Ladies and Gentlemen, Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I stand before you today with a message that is as old as creation itself, yet as fresh and vital as the morning sun. We gather here, not as strangers meeting in passing, but as a family united in faith, bound by the love of our Savior, Jesus ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 2:16-17, Joshua 24:15, Galatians 5:13
Topics: God's Allowance
This sermon explores how our weaknesses and hardships can deepen our dependence on Christ, leading to spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of God's grace.
Good day, beloved family of God. I'm delighted to be with you today, as we gather in the presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we are going to sit at the feet of the Apostle Paul, as he reveals to us, through his second letter to the Corinthians, a profound understanding of ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
Topics: Hope, Jesus
This sermon encourages believers to persevere in faith, fostering strength amidst frailty, fortifying against fickleness, and finding fulfillment in faithfulness.
Good morning, dear friends and beloved members of our faith community. It is always a joy to gather together in this sacred space, where we can draw near to God and each other, sharing in the fellowship of believers and the richness of His Word. Today, we are going to spend some time in the book of ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25
Topics: Lost, Lonely, Lazy
Explores doubt in faith, affirming it as a part of human condition and spiritual journey, and encourages seeking certainty in Christ's presence.
Welcome, beloved family of faith, to this gathering of hearts and minds in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a subject that touches every believer's life, from the most steadfast to the newly converted. Doubt, that unbidden guest, that ...read more
Scripture: Luke 7:20-23
Topics: Doubts, God's Plan
The sermon discusses how John the Baptist paved the way for Jesus Christ's arrival through water baptism and forgiveness of sins, and emphasizes Jesus' deeper role in baptizing us with the Holy Spirit and fire for our purification and healing.
Have you heard of the incredible ministry called Mercy Ships? This ministry began in the late 1970’s when a follower of Christ took a step of faith and purchased a large ship with the intention of turning it into a floating hospital. He had no idea how to run a shipping company or how to find a ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12
Topics: Baptism, Forgiveness, Spiritual Purification
The characteristics of a man (or woman) after God’s own heart. I also have this message available in Powerpoint, if you would like to use it, just email me at apayne@chickeechurch.org.
A Man After God’s Own Heart 1 Samuel 13:14 Psalm 26 Intro. Saul had disobeyed God. His throne was taken away and given to another. David was annointed by Samuel to be the new King of Israel. The Lord is still seeking a man (person) who is “after His own heart” In Psalm 26 we see the ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12, Psalm 26:1
Denomination: Baptist
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