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What Is Church Growth

Contributed by Michael Cotie on May 17, 2009

How we are to Grow in Grace and knowledge.

Intro: This being designated the Year of growth at 2nd Baptist LaPorte, you may have asked yourself What Growth is, how are we as Christians, supposed to be growing. Core: Believers are to grow, churches are to grow, what are we told about growth in God’s word. Body I. 2nd Peter 3:18 gave ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

What An Authentic Conversion Looks Like

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

The story of Zacchaeus demonstrates three clear aspects of an authentic conversion.

WHAT AN AUTHENTIC CONVERSION LOOKS LIKE Text: Luke 19:1 – 10 Introduction: · Story of Zacchaeus demonstrates three clear aspects of authentic conversion Body: A. You must successfully overcome the barriers keeping you from Christ 1. Means of wealth (v. 2) · Discuss Zacchaeus’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Grace Paradox Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 17, 2011

The Grace Paradox is that one who is good in man’s eyes who has not trusted in Christ will not be saved whereas a "bad person" who trusts in Christ will be saved.

The Grace Paradox Sermon 2 in the series, “Free Grace in Focus – A Biblical Answer to Lordship Salvation” Chuck Sligh / August 26, 2010 TEXT: Acts 10:1-8 INTRODUCTION I want to talk to you today about the greatest paradox in the Bible. That paradox is captured in this statement: “A good person ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

If I Knew I Only Had 30 Days To Live

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 20, 2011

If I knew I only had 30 days to live, there are a few things I would want to take care of. The truth is, we may only have 30 days to live and so we should take care of these things now.

If I Knew I Had Only Thirty Days To Live Chris Sligh September 30, 2007 TEXT: Kings 20:1 – “In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order; for thou shalt die, and not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1

Denomination: Baptist

When They Believed, They Were Baptised

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 30, 2011

In the New Testament account, those who believed, and only those who believed, were baptised.

“There was a man named Simon, who had previously practiced magic in the city and amazed the people of Samaria, saying that he himself was somebody great. They all paid attention to him, from the least to the greatest, saying, ‘This man is the power of God that is called Great.’ And they paid ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are You Not In Hell?

Contributed by Robert Glass on May 20, 2011

Ask Yourself, Why Am I Not In Hell?

Why Are You Not in Hell? The subject matter of a critical discourse should be a familiar subject. “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God” by Jonathan Edwards is such. The concepts of sin and the wrath of God are of interest to all. Such as, how does God feel toward sinners and what will be their ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Chains Come Off

Contributed by Tim Diack on May 27, 2011

People have always longed to know what the future holds ... but we don't need to know the future - we just need to know He who holds the future in His hands! Life is full of uncertainties but God's commitment to you is unwavering! Witness how God can ta

When The Chains Come Off - Acts 16:16-34 - May 22, 2011 Folks, May 7th, in the year of our Lord 2044, will surely be a momentous day in my life. In fact it is certain to be a day like absolutely no other that has gone before. You see, that will be the day that I die. At least that’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: *other

A Matter Of Faith

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 9, 2011

We must have faith to be saved.

A Matter of Faith January 10, 2010 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must have faith to be saved. Focus Passage: Matthew 8:5-13 Introduction: The following letter was found in a baking-power can wired to the handle of an old pump that offered the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Grace

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 9, 2011

We are saved by grace through faith.

A Matter of Grace January 17, 2010 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are saved by grace through faith. Focus Passage: Romans 5:18-6:4 Supplemental Passage: Ephesians 2:8-9 Introduction: When Billy Graham was driving through a small southern town, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of Redemption Series

Contributed by Amor A. Dee on Mar 11, 2011

A study of the English word “Redemption” will enlighten our minds to see the cost of God’s redemption to his people trough the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Amor Dee Text: Psalm 119:9 Sermon Structure: Etymological Subject: Redemption Theme: The Meaning of Redemption Introduction: Good morning… I thank the Lord for this privilege once more wherein I can share to you His word. If you have your bible with you open it with me in Psalm 111:9, it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Stewardship Of Our Words Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Mar 15, 2011

Jesus said that by our words we are condemned and by our words we are acquitted. This is part 2 of a series on stewardship.

Topic: Stewardship of our Words Text: Matthew 12:36-37 Introduction This month we are in a series on stewardship. God wants us to be good stewards of everything he has entrusted us with. In this series we want to look at some of the big areas of stewardship. Last week we began our series by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Before Optimus Prime... Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 16, 2011

This message looks at the lessons we can learn from the conversion of Saul.

* "Transformers" = "more than meets the eye" * Concept of transformation: a complete change; to change into another form (inward and outward) which, under the power of God, will find expression in character and conduct * 2 Cor. 5:17; Rom. 12:2; 2 Cor. 3:18 * The man who wrote more about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Redeemed Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 17, 2011

This message is part of a series through the book of Ruth. This shows how Boaz was a type of Christ and how Christ today is our redeemer.

Redeemed Ruth 2:20-23 -we know the story Elimelech & Naomi moved to Moab with his family because of the famine in Bethlehem. -Elimelech died, his two sons married Moabitite women, Ruth and Orpah. Then his two sons died. This all happened in a ten year period of time. Naomi begin traveling back ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:20-23

The 4 Spiritual Laws

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 18, 2011

A message outlining "The 4 Spiritual Laws" and how the believer must not only act upon them, but utilize each in order to be effective in their witness for Jesus Christ. (Ref: Various Scriptures)

The 4 Spiritual Laws Matthew 28:18-20 (and various other scriptures) Introduction - This morning, we are going to take a short break to discuss 4 Spiritual Laws - We’ve been studying Romans for several weeks now; living for Jesus - Paul continues to exhort the church to follow Jesus; to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Super Glue

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 26, 2011

The knowledge of the love of God who sent Christ Jesus into the world to rescue sinners such as you and me is the super glue that can hold our lives together through any adversity.

Romans 5: 1 – 11 / God’s Super Glue Intro: Billy Crystal’s monologue as Mitch in the movie City Slickers: “Value this time in your life, because this is the time in your life when you still have your choices, and it goes by so quickly. When you’re a teenager, you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed