Sermons on Remove Distractions:

The Frustrations Of Farming

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Nov 28, 2001

Four responses to the Gospel.

The Frustrations Of Farming - Mark 4:1-9 Introduction: A farmer had noticed some boys kept stealing watermelons out of his watermelon patch every night so he decided to put a stop to them. He put a sign out in his watermelon patch that said, "One of these watermelons have been injected with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

So You Wanna Go Out Series

Contributed by Randy Harp on Feb 5, 2002

Part one of Dating 101 (Guidelines for Dating)

Dating 101 So You Wanna Go Out Where does the term “dating” come from? 1. The Bible NEVER mentions the word dating · Couples got together from their parents arranging them to be together (forever) · Couples got together from a dad trading his daughter for money, property or goats 2. Dating ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

See That Ye Fall Not Out By The Way

Contributed by Daniel Church on Aug 12, 2003

This sermon is a comparisson between what Joseph says to his brothers to encourage them on their way, and what the Lord has to say to us on our way in life.

Text: Genesis 45:24-28 Title: See That ye Fall Not Out by The Way Intro; Before we go into the message let us establish the character of Joseph. He was a young man who went through the school of life, and could say he knew some things about the facts of life. He knew about... 1. The Troubles of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58, Genesis 45:24-28, Genesis 45:24

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Give Tours Of Heaven And Hell?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 18, 2012

If you see Heaven or Hell there is no return trip.

There have been many that claim to have been to Hell and Heaven and came back or were sent back to tell us about it. Atheists have been to Hell and Heaven. Professing Christians also have been to Heaven or Hell. Are these valid experiences or things to distract people from the real Gospel and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

Get Started

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 30, 2008

Destroying The sin Of Procrastination

GET STARTED - DESTROYING THE SIN OF PROCRASTINATION ECC. 3:1-9; PROV. 19:18 To Procrastinate - to put off, delay, postpone, adjourn, dally, drag your feet, defer, hang fire, dwadle - NB: There is no positive definition of this word. By Rev. Knowledge to Procrastinate means: to Hesitate - Jam. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fertilize Man Fertilize

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 24, 2010

Want go want to grow fertilize.

FERTILIZE MAN FERTILIZE Matt. 16:18And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Five things that will help you in growing your church. 1. Be Organized Eph.4:14That ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelization In Web 2.0 Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 10, 2010

If we are to evangelize modern culture, we must do so with a clear and effective understanding of modern media.

Monday of 15th week in Course July 12, 2010 You Will Be My Witnesses The people of Israel were given the land of Palestine so that they, by the beauty and truth of their worship and living, would attract pagan society to the worship of the True God and the goodness of righteous living. Instead of ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Living In Exile

Contributed by John Delozier on Jul 18, 2010

As Christians we are identified by the name of Christ and are citizens of His heavenly kingdom. As our inward spirits pursue Christ, we long for the day when we will see our King face to face, our only desire will be His presence—until then, we live like

As Christians we are identified by the name of Christ and are citizens of His heavenly kingdom. As our inward spirits pursue Christ, we long for the day when we will see our King face to face, our only desire will be His presence—free from distraction, temptation, and sin. Until that day God ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Thankful Prayer Series

Contributed by Allen James on Nov 16, 2009

This is the second message the Eucharist series exploring Colossians 1:9-14 as Paul reveals three essentials for a thankful prayer.

INTRODUCTION: Authentic thanksgiving through prayer is a true REFLECTION of the gratitude in our hearts for GOD’S ACTIVITY (past, present, & future). Transition: Ex. of A.C.T.S. prayer. We must be careful not to reduce thanksgiving in our prayer to a section or checklist in preparation for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Priviledged People Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Feb 11, 2011

Study through 1 Peter

A Privileged People – 1 Peter 1:10-16 Have you ever thought about some of the ways the saints are referred to in scripture, i.e., beloved, brother, called out ones. All of these titles show that we are privileged people. We need to make much God’s saving grace shown toward us. Paul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

Food For The Journey

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 1, 2014

When we 'feed' on the means of grace we are not only spiritually, but also physically, fortified for the journey.

FOOD FOR THE JOURNEY. 1 Kings 19:4-8. The vengeful Queen Jezebel had the power and the authority to have the prophet Elijah executed, and let him know so (1 Kings 19:1-2). Hearing this, Elijah fled (1 Kings 19:3). There are times when flight is not so much cowardice as wisdom - and it is in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mansion Or Pup Tent?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 11, 2013

The house isn Heaven is in good shape, but how is the temple here looking?

John 14:2 In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. KJV I once got into a bit of trouble because I suggested that these mansions are not of the antebellum Tara type, but possibly just a prayer closet where we can be ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2

Denomination: Baptist

Ayin Adonai (Eye Of The Lord)

Contributed by Beulah Praiselin on Jan 27, 2017

God is omniscient; He knows everything actual and possible.

The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good. Proverbs-15:3 Agreeing to this verse, nothing ever gets out the observation of God, and then nothing ever surprises him. He always delivers the right plans in place to achieve exactly what he wants. The eye of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:3

The Lord Gives Wisdom

Contributed by Wayne Essex on Jan 19, 2019

What Hat Are You Wearing?

LIVING WISE IN A STUPID WORLD (What did the smartest man who ever lived have to say about it) Lesson 2 of 31. Proverbs 2:1-9. The Lord Gives Wisdom. Getting the most out of your church experience. There are three types of people that attend Sunday school class and church. The simple, the foolish ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

When Life Hits You Where It Hurts

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Jun 30, 2015

COPING WITH TRIBULATIONS

WHEN LIFE HITS YOU WHERE IT HURTS JOB 2:1-10 1. INTRODUCTION. EVERY NOW AND THEN, LIFE SEEMS TO BE UNCERTAIN AND UNFAIR. IT APPEARS THAT EVERY TIME WE MAKE A STEP FORWARD, WE FIND OURSELVES TAKING SEVERAL STEPS BACKWARD. FOR SOME, LIFE IS LIKE A CRUST OF BREAD AND A CORNER TO SLEEP IN, A MINUTE TO ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist