Sermons on Spiritual Stability:

Worship - Where The Master Reveals His Presence Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 14, 2010

The message explores the revelation of Christ as we worship, encouraging believers to seek His presence.

“The [Samaritan] woman said to [Jesus], ‘Sir, I perceive that you are a prophet. Our fathers worshiped on this mountain, but you say that in Jerusalem is the place where people ought to worship.’ Jesus said to her, ‘Woman, believe me, the hour is coming when neither on this mountain nor in ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Straight Highway Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 6, 2010

The Baptist called for those who heard to prepare a straight highway for the coming Lord. What is meant by that call?

A voice cries: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the LORD; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain and hill be made low; the uneven ground shall become level, and the rough places a plain. And the glory of the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Servant Evangelism Pt1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 30, 2010

We as the Body of Christ need to follow Jesus example to serve others so as to make an eternal difference in a person’s life. We need to go the extra mile like Jesus did!

Servant Evangelism Opening Illustration: A 12 Dollar Lesson A cab driver taught me a million dollar lesson in customer satisfaction and expectation. Motivational speakers charge thousands of dollars to impart his kind of training to corporate executives and staff. It cost me a $12 taxi ride. I ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Boaz Generation Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 16, 2009

1) The Salutation (Ruth 4:11-12) 2) The Son (Ruth 4:13-17) & 3) the Summary (Ruth 4:18-22).

Weddings are a fascinating custom. With my wife owning a flower shop we know all about weddings. Center pieces, corsages, bouquets, and decorations mean a lot of work and expense. With hall rentals, food, drink, tuxedo, gowns, relatives and gifts, a wedding is probably the most elaborate event any ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:11-22

Denomination: Other

Christ All In All

Contributed by Dwight L. Moody on Oct 26, 2009

A classic sermon by D. L. Moody describing how Christ is all in all to everyone who has truly found Him.

Colossians 3:11- "Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond nor free: but Christ is all, and in all." Christ is all in all to every one who has truly found Him. He is our Savior, Redeemer, Deliverer, Shepherd, Teacher, and also sustains toward ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:11

Denomination: *other

Roommates, Bad Dates And Great Mates: Temptation Series

Contributed by Nelson Searcy on Nov 2, 2006

Throughout this series, we have said that God created sex and He wants us to enjoy it, but He created sex to be best experienced between one man and one woman, within the context of a life long committed marriage. And today, we are talking about temptati

ROOMMATES, BAD DATES & GREAT MATES Temptation “. . .the fruit looks so fresh and delicious” I’m glad you have chosen to be with us today, as we continue our series, Roommates, Bad Dates and Great Mates. Go ahead and pull out your message notes. We have had a lot of fun in this series so far. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Not The Equipped But The Called Series

Contributed by John Graves on Mar 3, 2007

An Expository Sermon Dealing With Matthew 10:1-15 We are called to share the gospel, but we must do it with a trust in Christ’s Power Not Ours

B. The Relevance of the Text. How many of you here this morning feel that you are inadequate to serve Christ? Do you feel that you are nothing and that Jesus could never use you? A lot of people feel that way I am sure. I feel that way. In fact we should all feel that we are inadequate to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Fly High - Acts Part 12 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 27, 2006

How to present the Gospel to unbelievers according to the mission’s approach of Paul and Barnabas

Fly High – Acts part 12 On The Lighter Side of Life: See e-mail power point from Blair’s. Thesis: How to present the Gospel to unbelievers according to the mission’s approach of Paul and Barnabas. Scripture Text: Acts 13:13 - 14:7 13From Paphos, Paul and his companions sailed to Perga in ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is Getting Ready To Leave Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

Our faith will outlive our lives.

Jesus is getting ready to leave John 13:31-38 I’m sure you’ve realized that I just skipped the section on Judas which is from verses 18-30 and I did this for the simple reason that I covered this passage a while ago. So, if you weren’t here or if you just want to hear it ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Loved In Truth Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 27, 2010

Christians are taught to love one another. However, what is it that causes us to love one another? How shall we love? John gives us a glimpse of the love we are to have in this brief letter to a man named Gaius.

“The elder to the beloved Gaius, whom I love in truth. “Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul. For I rejoiced greatly when the brothers came and testified to your truth, as indeed you are walking in the truth. I have no ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

When You Want To Call It Quits Series

Contributed by Wayne Cordeiro on Nov 13, 2007

Have you ever wanted to call it quits? We all have. Every single one of us has, especially when the press of people’s opinions suffocate us.

Have you ever wanted to call it quits? We all have. Every single one of us has, especially when the press of people’s opinions suffocate us. Or when the demands of others’ expectations coupled with our own sense of inadequacy and failure squelch our spirit. When it comes spiraling down to an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Relationship With The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Steve Lombardo on Nov 24, 2009

Exploring how to be filled with the Spirit of God to live everyday.

Well, if you’ve got a Bible, now is a good time to get it out. If you don’t have a Bible, there should be one in the pew in front of you. If you don’t have one in front of you, look down the row and see if you can get your hands on a copy of God’s Word. It’s going to help us today because we ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fruits Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Steve Lombardo on Nov 24, 2009

Every believer will bear fruit, proving their new birth, and the Holy Spirit brings this about.

…God, He’s part of the Trinity. That’s what Christianity affirms. We’ve talked about that two weeks ago. And then last week was “What is My Relationship with the Holy Spirit?” – how do I live and interact with God, the Holy Spirit. This week is entitled, “The Fruits of the Holy Spirit” – that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Challenges To The Journey Of Faith-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 13, 2013

3 of 4 Genesis records Abram’s encounter with God & his resultant actions of faith. Personal encounters with God call us to venture forth & journey by faith. But What are some challenges to that journey? A challenge to our journey of faith lie in...

CHALLENGES To The JOURNEY Of FAITH-III—Genesis 11:26—12:9 VENTURING By FAITH Attention: A Journey/Venture Challenged by heavy traffic. Our trip to McAdenville, NC(Christmas Town) the last weekend before Christmas 2012. We drove our grandsons of 3 & 5yrs. to McAdenville. We had been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Alive Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 30, 2013

What does it mean to believers to say that Christ is alive forevermore?

“[Jesus] laid his right hand on me, saying, ‘Fear not, I am the first and the last, and the living one. I died, and behold I am alive forevermore, and I have the keys of Death and Hades.” [1] On one occasion, returning from a fishing trip I had stopped for gas. As the attendant filled the tank, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist