Sermons on Standing Firm In The Faith:

Narnia: All I Want For Christmas... Series

Contributed by Reg Koopman on Dec 1, 2005

Jesus Christ came so we could have Christmas, because like Edmund wanting more Turkish Delight, we were sinners wanting and lusting after everything but God.

I remember when I was young {very young} and my Mother took me to the local department store (McNeany’s) around Christmastime, and there in the basement by the toy section was Santa Claus. I remember wanting to sit on his lap and waiting for his question, “And now young man, what do you want for ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Pray Series

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 10, 2006

God says to get our victory each day, we must learn to Humble ourselves and PRAY. But how do you pray?

Series: Victory Message 2: Teach Me How to Pray Luke 11:1 / Matthew 6:5-15 There is nothing more secure with our salvation in Christ than knowing that we have a Heavenly Father who wants to hear from his children. Last week, we learned that we have to get “me” out of the way to allow God to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

How To Hear From God!

Contributed by Johnny Chase on Mar 11, 2006

Did you know that every believer can hear from God? Not only can we hear from God but we should hear and recognize his voice speaking to us regularly. I have heard people say, “I pray but God doesn’t speak to me.” I have known many who have been frustrate

How to hear from God 1 Samuel 3:1-11 The LORD Calls Samuel 1 The boy Samuel ministered before the LORD under Eli. In those days the word of the LORD was rare; there were not many visions. 2 One night Eli, whose eyes were becoming so weak that he could barely see, was lying down in his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Not Spiritually Arrogant" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 27, 2006

Sermon 2 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” I recount below an overheard conversation. For reasons that will become apparent I have excluded names or any personal references. In this conversation one person asked another why it was that we, and by ‘we’ I mean here at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Orthodox

8. Honoring God With Your Body Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 28, 2006

All Christians should refrain from any activity with their body that does not honor it as the temple of the Holy Spirit.

INTRO: John 8:31-32 (NIV) To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” The messages in this series on Real Life Christianity have been a bit heavy. Paul deals with some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Pretender

Contributed by David Mcgowin on Mar 30, 2006

We often pretend to be someone that we’re not, but probably someone we would really like to be.

The Great Pretender Mt. 27:1-5 03/26/06 You are all familiar with the 1956 song by the Platters ‘The Great Pretender’ with the lyrics, “Oh yes, I’m the great pretender, pretending that I’m doing well; My need is such, I pretend too much; I’m lonely but no one can tell.” I’m sure that this song ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Attending To The Little Things

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Apr 6, 2006

To make aware that the little things in life must be dealt with.

PP0148 DATE 2/05 BHBC ATTENDING TO THE LITTLE THINGS 1 Kings 11:14-17. 1Ki 11:14 And the LORD stirred up an adversary unto Solomon, Hadad the Edomite: he was of the king’s seed in Edom. 15 For it came to pass, when David was in Edom, and Joab the captain of the host was gone up to bury the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

From Major Mess To Masterpiece Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Apr 10, 2006

The first of two messages based on Ephesians 2:10. The work that God does in our lives is based on His grace that makes us into masterpieces.

Note: In preparation for this message, I set the atmosphere as such: 1) We hung artwork (Van Gogh, Kandinksy, Salvador Dali) around the auditorium, on easels. 2) We played classical music - ambience. 3) An artist in our church made a painting of three crosses (in remembrance of Good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Touching Judas' Feet

Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 11, 2006

Humility and service for the Christian has no limitations or choices of who we serve

Touching Judas’ Feet Jn 13:1-20 INTRO: A. Upper Room & Dark Hours of the Lord 1. Less than 24 hrs till He’ll be on the cross 2. Inside Disciples are meeting a. Outside there is grumblings 3. Inside the disciples arguing & fighting over superiority a. Outside there is plotting of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Supper

Contributed by Keith Manry on Feb 28, 2007

This is part I in the series - 24. It is a first person narrative account from the owner of the upper room. The Preaching Idea: Give Christ the place of honor in your life.

They were 24 hours that would forever change the world. No war or time of peace, no government or nation, no army or ruler has or ever will impact the course of human history in the profound manner in which that one day did. From sundown to sundown it was by far the worst and best day the world has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-26

Denomination: Methodist

Do You Want Your Church To Grow? Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Mar 6, 2007

Breaking the 125 barrier in attendance

A few weeks ago, some of us attended a workshop on churches breaking the 125 barrier. It was one of the best workshops any of us had ever attended. My message today is based on the thoughts and notes from that day. I have had some time to chew up what we learned and digest it and figure it out ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Of What Kind Of Spirit Are You?

Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Mar 12, 2007

The effective work of the Holy Spirit in the believer according to Jesus’ words in John 15:26-27, & 16:4b-15

John 15:26-27, & 16:4b-15 WHEN THE HELPER COMES… 15:26 “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me. 27 And you also will bear witness, because you have been with Me from the beginning.” 16:1 "These ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Take Hold Of The Year Of The Lord's Favor

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 29, 2006

A look at the fulfillment of the year of the Lord’s favor through the person of Jesus Christ and how we can take hold of it.

Take Hold of the Year of the Lord’s Favor Luke 4:14-21 Chinese food is one of my favorites. Since this is so, I have been to quite a number of Chinese restaurants through the years. But, no matter how many restaurants you go to in any number of cities and states, you begin to notice some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparing For Revival Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

What can we do as Christians to usher in a spirit of revival in today’s church.

Preparing for Revival Joel 2:12 – 18 How many of you are fans of David Letterman? I am not one to watch his show, but there is one aspect that I used to tune in for. I loved his top ten lists. Recently, I came across a top ten list that wasn’t written by David Letterman, but I think it is ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is "Sex" A Dirty Word? Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Jan 18, 2007

Why can’t we talk about sex in the context of Christian marriage? Does sex belong to the world or to God? Where does our sexuality come from and when are desires a good thing?

IS “SEX” A DIRTY WORD? Some time ago I watched a movie called “Arabesque” in which Gregory Peck plays a stodgy professor of hieroglyphics. He is explaining the various symbols on a chart and how to interpret them. The lecture is dry and anything but captivating. In fact a young man is nearly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-9

Denomination: Mennonite