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The Cities Of Refuge Picture Christ Lesson 16 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 9, 2024

Pictures of Christ in the Old Testament

A. MANY PICTURES OF CHRIST IN OLD TESTAMENT: JOSHUA 20:1-9 1. Brazen serpent (Numbers 21:8), Christ became our sin (John 3:14). 2. Tabernacle, our way to God. 3. Sacrificial lamb, “The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29). 4. The Cities of Refuge, our security in Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 16: The Cities Of Refuge Picture Christ

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 7, 2012

God gave the Cities of Refuge as a picture of Christ

Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 16: The Cities of Refuge Picture Christ November 4, 2012 A. MANY PICTURES OF CHRIST IN OLD TESTAMENT: JOSHUA 20:1-9 1. Brazen serpent (Num. 21:8), Christ became our sin (John 3:14). 2. Tabernacle, our way ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Cities Of Refuge Picture Christ Lesson 16 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 17, 2017

Pictures of Christ in Old Testament

A. MANY PICTURES OF CHRIST IN OLD TESTAMENT: JOSHUA 20:1-9 1. Brazen serpent (Num. 21:8), Christ became our sin (John 3:14). 2. Tabernacle, our way to God. 3. Sacrificial lamb, “The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29). 4. The Cities of Refuge, our security ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 18: Praying: When You Come To The End

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 1, 2012

Prayer is a Relationship With God

Series: Getting The Faith Of Moses Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 18: Praying: When You Come To The End October 30, 2011 A. INTRODUCTION 1. Prayer is a relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Learning Prayer From The Early Church Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 21, 2016

The Focus of Prayer

A. WHAT WAS THE FOCUS OF PRAYER? 1. We should pray for leadership. “O Lord . . . You know every heart. Show us which . . . You have chosen to replace Judas” (Acts 1:24, NLT). 2. That the Holy Spirit will minister among us. “They prayed for the new Christians to receive the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Praying When You Come To The End Lesson 18 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2017

Prayer is a relationship with God, and it is talking to God.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Prayer is a relationship with God. a. First Relationship. Jesus, I believe You died for me, I want You to come into my life and save me (John 1:12; 3:16; 3:36). b. Daily Relationship. Lord, lead me today. “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want . . . He leadeth me ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Shelter Of Strength Series

Contributed by David Hill on Jul 8, 2004

God is our strength which gives us the courage to live.

A shelter of Strength (#2 in Safe & Secure series) Psalm 91:5-8 As a hurricane quickly approached a small coastal town, all the people had hurried to the town’s shelter. There they were huddled together in a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2: Assurance In Hebrews

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 10, 2007

Let’s examine what the books of Acts and Hebrews say about prayer and the assurance of salvation.

Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: Praying the Book of Acts and Hebrews Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 2: Assurance in Hebrews September 9, 2007 A. INTRODUCTION TO HEBREWS 1. Who wrote Hebrews? a. Paul. b. Luke. c. Apollos. d. Barnabas. 2. Why Luke wrote the Hebrews? a. Written to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Daily Strength For The Journey Lesson 12 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 27, 2017

Yesterday's strength is not enough.

A. INTRODUCTION – EXODUS 16:2-4 1. Grace. When Israel complained (16:3), God promises, “I will rain bread from heaven” (v. 4). 2. Criticism proves people are sinful and evil. They couldn’t trust God. a. God sent 10 “miracle plagues” to destroy the gods of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:2-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Prodigal Son Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 11, 2024

God is glorified not just by being recognized as the Father, but He wants you to rejoice with Him in His benefits.

A. The Prodigal Son Prodigal, adj. (1) wasteful, reckless, or extravagant, (2) giving into desires or weaknesses, (3) spend resources unnecessarily, i.e., spend thrift ~Webster B. Picture of the Younger Son To illustrate the point further, Jesus told them this story: “A man had two sons. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-21, Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Prodigal Son Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 16, 2025

If you are a prodigal, come back to the Father, He will receive you with open arms.

A. The Prodigal Son Prodigal, adj. (1) wasteful, reckless, or extravagant, (2) giving into desires or weaknesses, (3) spend resources unnecessarily, i.e., spend thrift ~Webster B. Picture of the Younger Son To illustrate the point further, Jesus told them this story: “A man had two sons. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Widow And The Prophet.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on May 19, 2004

Good people suffer to when a land is being judged for its sin. Paul says in Romans 14:7, “none of us live to himself.”

The widow and the prophet. First King’s 17: 8 -- 16. 05/19/04 The scene opens with the Brook Cherith, the only water supply for Elijah had dried up. It had dried up because of the lack of rain. The lack of rain was the result of Israel worshiping Baal a false god. So, it is safe to say that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Secret No Longer Sermon Ix: The Hour Is Late And All Is Well Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Apr 6, 2020

As we near the end of life's journey in the here and now, Christians experience the presence and peace of God our Father and of Christ our Lord, as the Holy Spirit whispers words of assurance: "All is well".

THE HOUR IS LATE AND ALL IS WELL In Colonial times, there was the ever-present danger of enemy attack. Each village had a “Town Crier” whose duty it was to keep “watch” by night. Every hour on the hour, absent any threat to the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:25-31

Dusty Shoes

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 5, 2019

We must risk sharing our faith to those close to us.

Dusty Shoes Luke 10: 1 - 10 Intro: There was a teacher who was helping one of her nursery school students put on his boots? She pulled while he pushed and the boots just wouldn’t go on. The teacher worked and finally got them on when the little fella said, “Teacher, they’re on the wrong feet.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ahab Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Feb 3, 2023

Ahab was one of the worst Kings of Israel EVER and yet, Yahweh still tried to get his heart and turn him around before it was too late.

February 04, 2023 Ahab: Reigned for 22 years in Israel (874-853) = EVIL. The events of his 22-year reign are broken down as follows: • Ahab and Elijah – including the Mt. Carmel Showdown – we will cover Elijah in a separate sermon. • Ahab and Ben-hadad • Ahab and Naboth • Ahab’s Final ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-33

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist