Sermons on Tear Up:

The Confidence In Discipleship Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016

We live in an age when most are not receptive to the Gospel. Many believers lack confidence in their ability to share their faith. How do we gain confidence to be an effective disciple and witness? The answer is in Christ alone.

The Confidence in Discipleship John 15:7-11 If you have been with us for the past few weeks considering discipleship, you have realized following the Lord is not for the faint of heart or uncommitted. The Lord has spoken about denying ourselves, bearing our cross, and following Him. He spoke of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

One Hope Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jun 21, 2016

Hope, Trials, Trust, Inheritance

ONE CHURCH - One Hope 1 Peter 1:1-9 (p. 850) July 3, 2016 Introduction: Satan is the god of “immediate gratification” and “the quick fix.” Here’s what I mean by that…“Suppose you’re having a rocky time in your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Character Traits Of The Believer Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

The church is under intense scrutiny in our modern culture. Many believe it is filled with hypocrites. As part of the body of Christ, we have an obligation to bear fruit consistent with our calling, while being an effective witness among the world.

Character Traits of the Believer 1 John 2: 7-11 Luke 6:43-45 – For a good tree bringeth not forth corrupt fruit; neither doth a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. [44] For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Comfort And Confidence Of Children Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

There is nothing more comforting for a child, than a safe and loving home. Such an environment fosters growth and stability. The same principle applies for the children of God. Living confidently in Him, we enjoy growth and stability.

The Comfort and Confidence of Children 1 John 3: 1-3 Our text this evening deals with the wonderful love of God and the eternal blessings bestowed on those who have been adopted into the family of God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ our Lord. There is no greater comfort than knowing one has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Declaring You Free

Contributed by Darian Catron on Jun 30, 2016

Psalm 33:12 says "Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD." Our blessings in this nation do not come from freedom alone, but from the God who provides and protects us. This is what our Founding Fathers knew and declared more than 200 years ago.

Illustration- Tomorrow is the 4th of July! The 4th of July is a special day in our country. It is a day we celebrate patriotism, liberty, freedom, and what makes our nation great. Tomorrow marks 240 years since our Founding Fathers gave us our national birth certificate. It is day known as ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, Galatians 5:1, Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Do We Pray? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 15, 2016

We are examining why we do certain things as Christians, along with why we do certain things at church. This week we will examine why we pray.

INTRODUCTION • Johnny and Chachi VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • In our series, WHY DO WE DO THAT, we are going to examine the issue of prayer. • Why do we pray in church, why do Christians pray? • I am not sure that Johnny and Chachi would be much help; however, through their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Committed To Loving Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 9, 2016

Loving God, Loving Others, The Greatest Commandment

ONE CHURCH - Committed to Loving Matthew 22:34-40 (p. 692) August 14, 2016 Introduction: Anybody here find it hard to love people who are mean to you or who try to put you down? How about those who get in your face and try to prove how wrong you are and how right they ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do We Trust God?

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Aug 17, 2016

Christians have taken their lives out of the hands of Jesus and put them into the hands of men. How did this happen?

I probably watched a total of 10 minutes of both the Republican and Democrat party conventions combined. And that may be a stretch. My wife probably thinks it’s funny. Each election I volunteer to work the polls in our county and yet I have little to no interest in politics. However, I did skim ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Place To Stand Together Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Aug 21, 2016

At unlikely times and places our love for each other will be TESTED. When the relational road becomes rocky God’s Spirit will blow into our lives in order to strengthen us to stand together in UNBROKEN UNITY. You cannot be in relationship with God alone.

UNLIKELY - Your Place to Stand Together John 3:7-8 MsgB “So don’t be so surprised when I tell you that you have to be ‘born from above’—out of this world, so to speak. You know well enough how the wind blows this way and that. You hear it rustling through the trees, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dynamic Disciples Share The Gospel Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 2, 2016

Share the Gospel - At the heart of the Gospel is the truth that Jesus Himself said He was the Way, the Truth and the Life. We are not saved by being nice people or by our works, we are saved when we repent and place our faith and trust in Jesus.

We are continuing in our series on Dynamic Disciples or Dynamic Discipleship and this month our focus is on Evangelism. The Dictionary defines Evangelism as the spreading of the Christian gospel by public preaching or personal witness. Evangelism is a word that was first used in the 1620s. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord That Covers

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 27, 2015

To show that JESUS our ALEPH-TAV, is the One that covers us. The LORD is our MercySeat.

I. EXORDIUM: Who is the One that covers us from dangers and from destruction because of our sins? The LORD JESUS. Exodus 26:34 (Amplified Bible) And you shall put the mercy seat on the ark of the Testimony in the Most Holy Place. Hebrews 9:5 (Amplified Bible) Above [the ark] and overshadowing ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 3:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Does The Devil Know Your Name? Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing his series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

Does The Devil Know Your Name? Acts 19:11-16 In our Sunday night Bible study about dealing with doubt, called “WHY DOESN’T GOD ANSWER ME!?” we are going through the section titled “Through the Deep Waters.” We are looking at a man named Asaph and his time of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Treasuring Christ Above All Things

Contributed by S. H. Mathews on Dec 8, 2015

This expository sermon explores Peter's "great confession" and Jesus' transfiguration to place Christian spirituality into biblical perspective.

The Foundation of Christian Spirituality: Treasuring Christ Above All Things Mark 8:27-9:9 S. H. Mathews Background of the Text: Mark 8:27-30 27 Now Jesus and His disciples went out to the towns of Caesarea Philippi; and on the road He asked His disciples, saying to them, "Who do men say that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Candle Of Joy Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 11, 2015

The Candle of Joy is lit when we encounter Jesus and that encounter should change us!

INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • There are many reasons for one to be joyful during the Christmas holiday. I know it can be a buy time, but where one stays centered on the reason for the season, how can one help but be filled with joy. • If your Christmas season is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Important Relationships In The Church (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Dec 12, 2015

A sermon examining our relationship with God.

Important Relationships Within The Church (Part 1) Acts 4:32-37 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, September 31st, 2025) Some of the most important relationships in my life have been cultivated inside the local church. My greatest friends, confidants, mentors, and encouragers are people ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist