Sermons on restraint:

Our Great Purpose Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 30, 2011

Exploring the principles of serving one another in the assembly with the gifts God has provided.

“Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy. For one who speaks in a tongue speaks not to men but to God; for no one understands him, but he utters mysteries in the Spirit. On the other hand, the one who prophesies speaks to people for their upbuilding ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

And Away We Go

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 21, 2012

A sermon that addresses a tough text... when God abandons us to our sin.

And Away We Go Romans 1:24-32 Today I am going to preach a message that has gotten me in trouble before. In fact, once it caused me to lose my job. I know these things will not be easy to hear. I also know that my words may be misunderstood or taken out of context or may be used to draw conclusions ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:24-32

Denomination: Baptist

On A Nation Such As This

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2012

The sin of a nation reflects the spiritual temperature of the pulpit, inviting God’s judgement.

“Shall I not punish them for these things? declares the LORD, and shall I not avenge myself on a nation such as this? “An appalling and horrible thing has happened in the land: the prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests rule at their direction; my people love to have it so, but what ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 5:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Noah

Contributed by Chris Kelly on May 20, 2014

After the movie "Noah" with Russel Crowe, I felt that people needed to rediscover who the bible reveals Noah to be. The differences are stunning.

The “REAL” Noah Anybody here watch the recent movie “Noah” with Russel Crowe? I went last week. It was pretty good as a movies go, but as I watched it, I thought it would bring up a lot of questions for people who didn’t really know what the bible says about Noah. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Justified Fools For Christ-8 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 13, 2015

8 of 8. Paul admonished the Corinthian Church regarding his apostolic ministry. The church must regard apostles rightly...as those who are fools for Christ! But How/When are these Justified? Fools for Christ are justified thru their...

JUSTIFIED FOOLS For CHRIST-VIII—1Corinthians 4:1-21 Attention: True Love The bride was escorted down the aisle & when she reached the altar, the groom was standing there with his golf bag & clubs at his side. She whispers: "What are your golf clubs doing here?" He looked her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Redemption At Hand-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 6, 2016

3 of 6. God initiated the redemption of His people thru John’s birth. Redemption is encountered/at hand thru God’s visitation. But when is that redemption realized? Redemption is at hand when God initiates...

REDEMPTION At HAND-III—Luke 1:67-80 TOUCHING REDEMPTION Attention: A man owned a huge warehouse complex in a large city & had trouble leasing it because it was dilapidated & had been vandalized. He decided to sell it. But before he could properly repair it & get it ready to show, a man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Baptist

Children Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 27, 2016

Children of the Resurrection are not marked by 1) Murder (1 John 3:12, 14), 2) Hatred (1 John 3:13, 15), and 3) Indifference toward other children of God (1 John 3:16–18).

A recent story in a popular magazine gave some suggestions for “How to Heal a Family Feud.” It was sprinkled with anecdotes of families torn apart by petty squabbles, carefully nursed grudges, perceived and real hurts, and substantial doses of anger. But there were also stories of happy ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Other

Above The Law Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 24, 2014

A study of Proverbs 4 verse 20 through Proverbs 5 verse 23

Proverbs 4: 20 – 5: 23 Above The Law 20 My son, give attention to my words; Incline your ear to my sayings. 21 Do not let them depart from your eyes; Keep them in the midst of your heart; 22 For they are life to those who find them, and health to all their flesh. 23 Keep your heart with all ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Danger Of Criticism Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 4, 2017

1) God receives Each believer(Romans 14:2–3), because 2) The Lord sustains each believer (Romans 14:4), because 3) The Lord is sovereign to each believer (Romans 14:5–9), and because 4) The Lord alone will judge each believer (Romans 14:10–12).

We’ve just past one of the most contentious events of the year. I’m not referring to Reformation Sunday, but what that date is know by the majority of the population as: Halloween. This morning I’m not here to present an argument if Christians should be engaged in this event or not, but just to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Other

Sealing Of The 144,000 On Earth Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 14, 2017

The sixth seal had been opened, and the people of the earth tried to hide from God, asking who would be able to survive God’s judgment. Just when destruction seemed sure, four angels held back the four winds of judgment until God’s people were sealed.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 12/10/2015 Series: Verse By Verse Through Revelations Title: #20: Sealing of the 144,000 on Earth (Revelation 7:1-8) Revelation 7:1-8 (KJV) 1 And after these things I saw four ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Series: Whose Beautiful Young Daughter Is That? (Part 1) Introduction - God Can Change Your Story

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020

What kind of characteristics did Ruth have that caused Boaz to be so amazed? Was he just a silly man captivated by a woman’s beauty? Was this the first woman he had fallen in love with? I do not think so. To understand what is happening here, let us do a series on romantic relationships,

SERIES: “WOW! WHOSE YOUNG WOMAN IS THAT?” (AN INTRODUCTION – GOD CAN CHANGE YOUR STORY) Ruth 2:1 Now Naomi had a relative on her husband’s side, a man of standing from the clan of Elimelek, whose name was Boaz. 2 And Ruth the Moabite said to Naomi, “Let me go to the fields and pick up the leftover ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-19

Denomination: Charismatic

License To Kill Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 24, 2020

But, after spending all this time in the book of Galatians, I just wonder if we are missing the point. Wouldn’t it be amazing to go to the mall and interview people and ask, “What does Christianity mean to you?” And get the answer: “One word…freedom

Dance Lessons: License to ?Kill Galatians 5:13-21 Chenoa Baptist Church Pastor Jefferson M. Williams 5-20-2020 What is Christianity? [Slide]Several years ago, David Kinnaman and Gabe Lyons wrote a book entitled, “UnChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity and why it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Fast Flame Forecasts Future

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 7, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 36: 1 – 32

Jeremiah 36: 1 – 32 Fast flame forecasts future 1 Now it came to pass in the fourth year of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah, king of Judah, that this word came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying: 2 “Take a scroll of a book and write on it all the words that I have spoken to you against Israel, against ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 36:6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Noah - A Faith That Works! Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Jun 4, 2020

Does your faith work? Can it save? Noah demonstrates what it looks like.

Hebrews 11:7 7 By faith Noah, being divinely warned of things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared an ark for the saving of his household, by which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith. - NKJV As we continue our study of the topic of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Series: Recovering Stolen Identity & Reclaiming Misplaced Destiny: Part 6: The Samson Story: "an Example Of A Partially Fulfilled Destiny

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

The Story Of Samson Is One Of The Saddest In The Bible. David, Elijah, Peter, Moses, Jacob, all came back. Samson did, but partially. He was gifted to be God’s man in Israel’s critical hour. But he misused his privilege and partially fulfilled his mission - an example for us all.

SERIES: RECOVERING STOLEN IDENTITY & RECLAIMING MISPLACED DESTINY: PART 7: ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF STOLEN IDENTITY & MISPLACED DESTINY: SAMSON: EXAMPLE OF A PARTIALLY FULFILLED DESTINY 1. Judges 13: 1 Again the children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord, and the Lord delivered them ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-4, Judges 14:1-3, Judges 16:1-30

Denomination: Charismatic