Sermons on Rob Bell:

For The Sake Of The Elect

Contributed by Michael Bell on Oct 18, 2000

OUR DRIVING MOTIVE FOR CONTINUAL EVANGELISM OUGHT TO BE OUR PASSION FOR THE ELECT.

Yesterday....visit to jail..."credentials"..."Before I formed you in the womb I knew you" (Jer. 1:5)"Chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world." (Eph 1:4) Scripture is replete with examples of the truth that our salvation originates with choice of God long before we ever considered him. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Stigma Of Being Christian

Contributed by Michael Bell on Oct 18, 2000

There are stigmas to bear if we are to be genuine Christians in this world.

I¶ - If you were on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you? For so many so-called Christians the answer is "no". Because all they have is a profession they made years ago. They bear no marks of Christ’s ownership. Think about yourself this morning. What ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Your Salvation In Shape

Contributed by Michael Bell on Oct 18, 2000

Paul exhorted the Philippians to bring their salvation to completion.

If your physical appearance was based upon your spiritual condition, what would your body look like? Exercise is a topic of conversation many of us would just as soon avoid. I would like to find someone who could exercise for and transfer the benefits to my body. But we know no one can exercise for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost 16 (Series B)

Contributed by Dean Bell on Oct 18, 2000

No doubt you recall the Christmas song which begins; "Do you hear what I hear?" That song describes the delightful sounds of Christmas.

No doubt you recall the Christmas song which begins; "Do you hear what I hear?" That song describes the delightful sounds of Christmas. It's true. We're surrounded by all kinds of sounds; sounds that are a delight. That's true, of course, unless you can't hear. If you can't hear ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37

Where Is Your Confidence?

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 15, 2006

Today’s world tells you to have self-confidence so what is wrong with that? Find out!

Confidence - Trust or faith in a person or thing Here’s what the world is trying to get you to believe. And some of us are buying into it. · Confidence builds life. · You can have whatever you want with self-confidence. You’ll go just as far in life as your self-confidence will allow. To a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:26

Denomination: Baptist

What About Me?

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 16, 2006

We hear about the prodigal son but what about his older brother. He is giving out a cry that is also coming from our communities. Be we can’t hear them inside our church walls.

What About Me? Luke 15:25-32 You have always heard the story of the Prodigal Son and how he: · Got tired of living at home · Decided to take his inheritance and leave · Spent all he had on loose living · “Came to Himself” – realized what he did · Went back home to a welcoming father · A feast was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Silent, No More!

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 16, 2006

Christians have allowed the world to determine how we are to live and believe. It’s time we stand up and began being heard. But make sure you are not going to the wrong places and the wrong people to sound off your voice.

Silent, No More! Luke 19:40 The news continues to share with us the many stories of how this world is falling apart. How some people work to remove everything that has to do with God! You see it in our: Schools Courthouse Jobs Corporate America What should we do? *Read Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:40

Denomination: Baptist

Baby Dedication

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 10, 2006

This is a message used during a baby dedication service...

We are so honored today to be able to take part in the dedication service for: Savannah Morgan Germany Born: November 7, 2005 at Huntsville Hospital Women’s and Children’s Center Savannah was born weighing 6lb 5oz and was 18 1/2 inches long. Parents: Brad and Tammy Germany Brother: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:2

Denomination: Baptist

David's Prayer Life

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 10, 2006

Sometimes we need to pattern ourselves after other great men. What made David great was not his warrior tactics, his position or his name. It was his prayer life.

David’s Prayer Life Acts 1:13-14 When people refer to Pentecost and the first church, many times they get so tangled up with the results instead of focusing on the actual application that it took to get to the results of Pentecost. Never forget, verse 14 tells you why they were able to experience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pray Series

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 10, 2006

God says to get our victory each day, we must learn to Humble ourselves and PRAY. But how do you pray?

Series: Victory Message 2: Teach Me How to Pray Luke 11:1 / Matthew 6:5-15 There is nothing more secure with our salvation in Christ than knowing that we have a Heavenly Father who wants to hear from his children. Last week, we learned that we have to get “me” out of the way to allow God to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Seek His Face Series

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 17, 2006

If we want daily victory in our Christian walk, we must HUMBLE ourselves, PRAY with everything we’ve got and SEEK HIS FACE. So how do we seek God?

Message 3: Seek His Face 2nd Chronicles 7:14 We are studying this portion of scripture that, when applied, will bring about great victory in your life. · Some need relationships restored · Others need spiritual healing · Maybe some here need salvation · While others need healing While you have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Storm Is Almost Over

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 17, 2006

Somtimes to get out of our storms of life we first have to get out of the boat.

The Storm is Almost Over Matthew 14:22-31 It seems that this is a time for storms. Whether it be: Family Finances Sickness Depression Temptations… You are just battling away and looking for not only for a way out but some are just looking for answers. For some of us, we have been in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

Prayers That God Doesn't Answer

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 23, 2006

Prayer is a powerful tool for the Christian. But the Bible shares with us some prayers that God does not hear.

Prayers that God Doesn’t Answer Matthew 7:7 We have been talking a lot about prayers and the power that we as Christians have in the fact that we can pray. When the trials come our way, we can pray When the things happen beyond our control, we can pray. We experience God hearing our prayers: In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Baptist

Get A Life! Series

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 23, 2006

After we Humble ourselves, Pray, Seek the face of God, to have victory in our everyday lives we need to turn from our wicked ways and Get A Life!

Get a Life! Matthew 7:13,14 2nd Chronicles 7:14 “If my people who are called by my name shall humble themselves, pray, and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” · We don’t mind turning in our resignations of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Hunt Is On

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 23, 2006

An Easter devotion that can be used before your children’s egg hunt.

The Hunt is On Luke 24:1-7 One of the things that I enjoyed about Easter as a child was the hunting of eggs. While my parents made me wear those ridculous easter sunday clothes, I couldn’t wait to get out of them and into my play clothes because I knew then we were about to hunt easter eggs. And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-7

Denomination: Baptist