Sermons on Speck And Log:

Writing Your Dream/Vision

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 1, 2006

“Vision . . . is a clear mental image of a preferable future, imparted by God to His chosen servants and is based upon an accurate understanding of God, self, and circumstance.” -George Barna, The Power of Vision

THREE ASPECTS OF VISION “Vision . . . is a clear mental image of a preferable future, imparted by God to His chosen servants and is based upon an accurate understanding of God, self, and circumstance.” -George Barna, The Power of Vision 1. God. Your vision comes from God, it is not thought up. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracles In John: Lesson 1: Introduction

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 20, 2005

THE EIGHT MIRACLES OF JOHN

A. Why are there four gospels? To tell a complete story of Jesus. B. Why does Mark have the most miracles? To show a powerful servant. C. Why does John have the fewest miracles? Each has an explanation. D. John is a Jewish mystic who uses ¡§7¡¨ in his writings. There are ¡§7¡¨ miracles in John plus ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

2 Steps To The Door

Contributed by Lynn Loe on Aug 29, 2001

Addresses the need for repentance in order to turn the tide within the church. So as to attract rather than repel new visitors and converts.

2 Steps To The Door Ps 51:10-13 10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. 11 Do not cast me away from Thy presence, and do not take Thy Holy Spirit from me. 12 Restore to me the joy of Thy salvation, and sustain me with a willing spirit. 13 {Then} I will teach ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-13

Denomination: Methodist

Konwing And Doing God's Will Series

Contributed by Mark Mohler on Jun 26, 2004

Aiding believers in finding God’s will for theeir lives

Knowing and Doing God’s Will Colossians 1:9-14 Introduction: Isn’t Yahoo maps great? The driving directions tell us exactly where to go, what turns to make, how to get where we are wanting to go. Ever wish God has a website we could log into and find out where he wants our life to go? This sermon ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Questions

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 28, 2007

Questions About Christmas Season

1. At what time of year was Jesus born? Answer: late December. - Jesus was baptized about his 30th birthday. “That Jesus was also baptized . . . Jesus Himself began to be about thirty years of age” (Luke 3:21-23). - Jesus had approximately 5 to 6 months of activity between his baptism and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracles In John: Lesson 6: Calming The Storm

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 3, 2005

“Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it” (Heb. 12:11).

“Therefore when Jesus perceived that they were about to come and take Him by force to make Him king, He departed again to the mountain by Himself alone. Now when evening came, His disciples went down to the sea, got into the boat, and went over the sea toward Capernaum. And it was already dark, and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Ark Or The Dark

Contributed by David Dailey on Oct 27, 2005

The name of the Lord is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe

The Ark or The Dark Our text is in Matthew 24:37-39. 37 But as the days of Noe were, so shall also the coming of the Son of Man be. 38 For as in the days that were before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage until the day that Noah entered into the ark. 39 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 17: Fellowship With God

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 1, 2012

God Wants Fellowship with You

Series: Getting The Faith of Moses Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 17: Fellowship With God (Exodus 24) October 23, 2011 1. Realize God wants fellowship with you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 28: Who Does God Use?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 17, 2012

God uses Spirit-filled leaders to do His work.

Series: Getting The Faith Of Moses Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 28: Who Does God Use? February 12, 2012 A. BE CAREFUL OF COMPLAINING TO GOD “And Moses said to the LORD, ‘Why are you treating me, your servant, so harshly? Have mercy on me! What did I do to deserve the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2: Pray

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 29, 2012

What Happens when You Pray

Series: When You . . . Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 2: Pray February 26, 2012 A. WHAT IS PRAYER? MATTHEW 6:5-15 1. Prayer is relationship with your heavenly Father. “For your Father knows” (6:8). “Our Father in heaven” (6:9). 2. Prayer is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

Your Identification

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 12, 2011

Are you SURE you have the correct Christian identification?

PROTECTING YOUR IDENTITY IS BIG BUSINESS AND OF PRIME IMPORTANCE, ESPECIALLY ALL OF US WHO SERVE IN UNIFORM. PHISHING SCAMS, COMPUTER HACKING AS WELL AS ALL FORMS OF TECHNOLOGY WILL BE USED TO STEAL YOUR IDENTITY. IT IS ESTIMATED THAT 8.1 MILLION PEOPLE THIS PAST YEAR WERE VICTIMS OF IDENTITY ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-14

Denomination: Free Methodist

Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011

Using words that encourage others.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Life is like an onion; we grow layer by layer. 2. The core is eventually covered up. 3. We must strip away our stuff and scabs to focus on our real core. B. RELATIONSHIPS MATTER 1. The core of our faith is loving God and loving others. “A lawyer asked Jesus, what is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Started Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Apr 17, 2010

Finding Wholeness in a Broken World Pt 2 - this message about the woman at the well helps people understand that to be whole we have to confront and respond to our brokenness.

Finding Wholeness in a Broken World Pt 2 – Getting Started John 4:7-26; 39-45 “I just want someone to help me.” Those were the words that started this series in my heart – as the words of a young man echoed the words of so many others. Into the brokenness of this world the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-45

Denomination: *other

Lesson 1: Why I Believe In God

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 30, 2010

Understanding the basic belief and teaching of Christ.

A. INTRODUCTION: ONCE UPON A TIME A PERSON WAS LOST IN SPACE . . .” He came upon the largest pile of bricks ever known. Where did it come from? Why is it here? What should he do? 1. Study it – a scientist. 2. Worship it – an heathen idol maker. 3. Ignore it – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

If God Be For Us!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 27, 2010

Most of us know the scripture from Romans 8:31 (KJV) What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? Also from Romans 8:37 (KJV) Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. However do we

IF GOD BE FOR US! Romans 8:31-39 Most of us know the scripture from Romans 8:31 (KJV) What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? Also from Romans 8:37 (KJV) Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. However do we really ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39