Sermons on The Promise Of God:

How Is The Bible Different Than All Other Books? Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Nov 9, 2012

This "big picture" overview of the Bible is designed to excite people about entering into The Bible Questions Campaign and studying the Bible on their own. It describes the Bible’s composition, structure, reliability and accuracy.

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-105

Denomination: Baptist

Why Baptize? Series

Contributed by David Holwick on Mar 20, 2014

The proper attitude toward baptism.

Rev. David Holwick First Baptist Church Ledgewood, New Jersey November 10, 2002 WHY BAPTIZE? 1 Corinthians 1:11-17 ________________________________________ My brothers, some from Chloe’s household have informed for me that there are quarrels among you. What I mean is this. One of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Never Man Spake Like This Man!

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Conclusion: What a man! What a message! What a voice! Jesus spoke with authority! To whom did Jesus speak that gave Him such a reputation as our text describes? I.

Conclusion: What a man! What a message! What a voice! Jesus spoke with authority! To whom did Jesus speak that gave Him such a reputation as our text describes? I. THE STORM - Mark 4:35-41 (Disciples in the ship with Jesus) The winds and the waves new His voice! Hurricane Georges typifies what ...read more

Scripture: John 7:40-46

Beware Of False Teachers

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

GUARD YOUR SOUL AGAINST THE DESTRUCTIVE DECEPTION OF FALSE TEACHERS BY CHECKING THEIR FRUIT I.

GUARD YOUR SOUL AGAINST THE DESTRUCTIVE DECEPTION OF FALSE TEACHERS BY CHECKING THEIR FRUIT I. WHO ARE THESE FALSE TEACHERS? A. Characteristics of a Genuine Prophet: 1. Commissioned by God vs. Self-appointed How does our emphasis on seminary education, candidating, volunteerism, etc. lend itself ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Heart Of A Hero

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 1, 2000

A message on overcoming adversities we face.

The Heart Of A Hero 1 Chronicles 11:22-25 1. Benaiah was vigilant because of the company he enjoyed. A. He was one of 30,000 men who faithfully served King David. (2 Sam 6:1) B. He was one of 30 mighty men who led the armies of Israel. (1 Chr 11:15) C. He was one of 3 of David’s mightiest men, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Passing Road-Blocks On The Road To Eternity

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Dec 16, 2000

Signs and Warnings The Lord Gives Us in this Life.

God gives Us warnings and signs in this Life in order to prepare for Eternity. We are given some specific things to protect Us for our Journey ahead, like road-signs when we are driving. 1. ROAD-BLOCK # 1. THE BIBLE / WORD of GOD... * vs.2..holy scriptures...2 peter 1;21...EZEK. 33:10-11...2 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Attending To Our Salvation

Contributed by Scott Lamshed on Apr 13, 2001

Ensuring that we have a solid foundation when it comes to a walk with the Lord Jesus Christ

ATTENDING TO OUR SALVATION Introduction A. Text: Hb. 2:1-4. B. The original recipients of Hebrews were in danger of falling away from the faith because they were failing to properly consider and value their salvation in Christ. C. We cannot afford to take our salvation from sin for granted. I. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

"It It Time To Mount The Mountain!:

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 30, 2004

The children wanted "more." Joshua saw right past their complaint. There is a difference between getting a hand out and a hand up!

Introduction: The children from the tribe of Ephraim had a complaint. They brought their concern to Joshua. They said, "We need more room. Our inheritance is not enough. We are a great people (numerically) and need a larger portion than the other tribes of Israel!" Joshua saw right past their ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 17:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of Wolves Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Aug 20, 2001

Beware of false teachers!

I. Confusion A. Hidden Motives 1. Harmless disguises 2. Pretense of innocence B. Harsh Methods 1. Destructive tendencies 2. ‘Ravenous’ – to take by force 3. Matthew 10:16, “Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves” 4. Acts ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph's Response To The Message Of Christ Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Dec 11, 2001

#2 in series: Responses to the Message of Christmas. Focuses on Joseph and his response to the unusual news of the birth of Jesus.

Intro: In Joseph, we see some admirable responses to the news of Jesus’ future arrival. Let us examine these responses: I. CONFUSION A. "Is Mary being honest with me?" B. "How shall I handle this" C. "What are the facts??" II. COMPASSION A. "to avoid public shame, I will put ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Name Is Jesus Series

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Dec 6, 2003

The Name Is Jesus

A. The Time Arrives At Last B. The Setting and the scene 1. The glad moments of Joseph’s love for Mary 2. Joseph’s world tumbles...Mary is with child 3. The angel’s message: "Fear not." The giving of the name C. The name Jesus 1. The Orgin of the Name A. Moses seems to have originated ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Nov 28, 2004

The apostle Paul expounds upon a Christians freedom in his epistle to the Galatians.

Four basic observations concerning the Christian’s freedom: 1. You’ve been set free -- don’t turn back. (Galatians 5:1) a. Paul’s readers were freed from the bondage of the law. (Galatians 5:2-4) b. As Christians we are freed from the bondage of sin. (Romans 8:1-4) c. We are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Fleshing Out Your Faith Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 18, 2007

Examine the relationship between faith and works.

Has your faith been fleshed out? When something is fleshed out you put skin, flesh and meat over the bones. The same must occur in our spiritual lives. Our faith must be covered with substance. Without substance there is no faith. James spoke of the relationship between faith and works. Without ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Pleasing Your Master Series

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jan 8, 2011

FOCAL POINT: ARE YOU PLEASING YOURSELF OR YOUR MASTER?

PLEASING YOUR MASTER TITUS 2: 9-10 KEY VERSE: TITUS 2: 10 FOCAL POINT: ARE YOU PLEASING YOURSELF OR YOUR MASTER? INTRODUCTION: SLAVERY WAS A REALITY IN THIS CULTURE IN CRETE. AMONG THE SLAVES WERE UNDOUBTEDLY CHRISTIAN SLAVES OR PAUL WOULD NOT HAVE USED THIS EXAMPLE. THE APPLICATION ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With False Teachers-New Testament

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

Outline of II Peter 2 and the book of Jude

Dealing with False Teaching-New Testament & Now I. The False Teachers Doctrine (New Testament) A. The Saducees [Gospels; Acts] (Denial of the Resurrection) B. The Pharisees [Gospels; Acts] (Denial of the Truth vs. Tradition) C. The Judaizers [Acts 15; Galatians] (Denial of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible