Sermons on Rob:

One Name Series

Contributed by Rob Jansons on Sep 14, 2010

Third Sermon in the series, often called Limited Atonement by Calvinists. That sounds so wrong-- how can the incredible sacrifice of Jesus be limited in any way? There is nothing limited about Jesus, but there is no other name under heaven by which we are

This winter we are lingering on the topic of our salvation–learning about it, celebrating it. We began by talking about the human condition of sin–you can’t appreciate the cure until you know the disease. Our disease is sin, and it’s fatal. It has left us for dead. Last week ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Simply Irresistible Series

Contributed by Rob Jansons on Sep 14, 2010

Fourth sermon in the series on salvation, examining the "order of salvation" and how God's grace works behind the scenes in our lives during the process.

We are talking about our salvation. Spending time thinking about how God saves us. In once sense, it doesn’t really matter - we are saved! Thank God. Why analyze it? But on the other hand, it is helpful to our understanding of God and to our Christian life if we spend some time thinking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Embraced Series

Contributed by Rob Jansons on Sep 14, 2010

This is the fifth sermon in the series and examines the "Perserverance of the Saints."

We have been talking about our salvation–trying to better understand the process that transforms our lives. The Bible uses such vivid images: we’ve moved from death to life, darkness to light, being lost to be found, born again. We’ve focused on the fact that God is the author and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Grace: It’s All God Series

Contributed by Rob Jansons on Sep 14, 2010

This is the summary sermon where I finally reveal that this series covers the same material that is often called the "5 Points of Calvinism." It emphasizes God's grace and that our faith response is us just showing up and accepting what Jesus has already

Today is the wrap up sermon of our winter sermon series. Sadly, though, it is still winter. We have been talking about salvation for five weeks. Today I want to review a bit and maybe tie some loose ends together. This concept is really important: that we understand our salvation so that we value ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Investigating The Hero King - An Introduction Series

Contributed by Rob Woodrum on Oct 21, 2010

Introducing Luke's gospel, considering the background and purpose, as well as the first four verses.

Luke 1:1-4 “Investigating the Hero-King” What is significant about the date 9-11-01? Do you remember where you were when it happened? What kind of impact did that event have on the world? What changed because of it? It’s safe to say that the terrorist attack that destroyed the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Back-Story; The Birth Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Rob Woodrum on Oct 21, 2010

What to do with disappointments in prayer

Luke 1:5-25 “Back-story; the Birth of John the Baptist” Who here has ever had a major disappointment in life? How many have prayed for something, but it just seems like heaven in silent? Let me ask you...how did you feel because of that silence or lack of an answer to prayer? What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Announcement Of Jesus' Birth Series

Contributed by Rob Woodrum on Oct 23, 2010

Resolving feelings of inadequacy by observing God's ability to use the marginalized for service

Luke 1:26-38 “Announcement of Jesus’ Birth” All of us probably wish that there were something special about ourselves. Sure, there are those who seem to be gifted with a strong confidence in life and an intense sense of purpose, but the vast majority of us struggle with feelings ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Should We Go? Series

Contributed by Rob Westbrook on Nov 8, 2012

In the Great Commission we’re told to go, but why is "going" so important?

Why Should We Go? The Great Commission: Part 2 Matthew 28:16-20 I. Intro A. Read Matthew 28:16-20. 1. I worked as a maintenance electrician before becoming a preacher. 2. In my experience, maintenance workers are always smarter than machine operators. 3. That’s what we used ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Intro To The Psalms #1 Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012

just a brief intro to Israel's hymnbook as we begin a look at selected passages

#1 INTRO TO THE PSALMS Intro: 1. Sometimes when I pray I can't think of the words, I can't utter what is in my heart 2. For some reason I think I might offend God if I'm honest, or angry or guilty 3. The Psalms corrects me in this and anchors me in my soul 4. I want to begin a brief look at the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Teachings Of The Psalms Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012

things we learn from studying the Psalms

TEACHINGS OF THE PSALMS #2 in series Text: Ps. 4 Intro: 1. Everyone knows how vital good communication is in our relationships---marriage, parent—child, employer—employee 2. Good communication is not as easy as it may sound, it actually takes some effort 3. The same is true with our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wisdom Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012

a look at the two paths of the Bible and which one God rewards

THE WISDOM OF RIGHTEOUSNESS Text: Ps. 1 Intro: 1.One of the first passages of Scripture I ever memorized was Psalm 1 2. It is packed full of picture and teaching and still holds a special place in my heart. 3. Let’s look at it together. 4. As is true throughout the Bible, it presents two ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living The Tough Life Of Faith Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012

We are reminded in this Psalm of the fact that God sees and knows and will take care of both the righteous and the wicked. We need to trust Him.

LIVING THE TOUGH LIFE OF FAITH Text. Ps. 37 Intro: 1. Habakkuk struggled with sin then with God's plan for it 2. We struggle with the same thing, where is God and why doesn't He do something about this world we live in? 3. Ps. 37 is another wisdom Psalm, teaching us a perspective of faith 2. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Kind Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012

this Psalm expresses our trust and dependence upon God

OUR KIND OF PRAYER Text: Ps. 25 Intro: 1. sing the youth song---unto thee, O Lord, Do I lift up my soul… 2. That is taken straight from Ps. 25, our text for tonite. 3. Read the Psalm 4. What do we see of the psalmist as he looks to God? I. WE SEE HIS SPIRIT A. sacrificial---v. 1-2 I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Happened In Worship One Day Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012

This Psalm reminds us of another significance of worship

IT HAPPENED IN WORSHIP ONE DAY Text: Ps. 73 Intro: 1. Usually, when we think of solving problems we think about going to a lawyer, the bank, city dept. of ____________. 2. We don’t think about going to worship. 3. But that is exactly what happens in our Psalm 73 I. THE DILEMMA VV. 1-2 ...read more

Scripture: Job 73:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wonders Of God Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Nov 20, 2012

This Psalm broadens our awareness of evidence for God

THE WONDERS OF GOD Text: Ps. 19 Intro: 1. “I want to see, I want to touch, smell, hear God.” 2. I want to know He exists. 3. Jesus said of the wind: “ the wind blows wherever it pleases, you hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going.” 4. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ