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  • In The Beginning (Part Ii) Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 69 ratings
     | 5,236 views

    In this part we will examine the purpose of our creation, satan’s deception and the process of temptation. We can clearly observe that nothing has changed since the beginning. Will we learn from history or relive it?

    Part II. Why did God create us? Why does it matter whether God used evolution or creation to form man? There are two major reasons this is a foundational issue. We are created in the image of God. Because we are the reflection of God, we have been created for the purpose of glorifying God. Unlike ...read more

  • Making Disciples

    Contributed by Steve Hereford on Nov 9, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 6,772 views

    Jesus commanded His disciples in Matthew 28:19-20 to "make disciples." This command is also for every believer today. How are you at fulfilling this command? Join Pastor Steve as he examines the process of discipleship.

    INTRODUCTION Our subject today is “I need someone to show me.” What a fitting passage in continuing with our theme is the one found in Matthew 28:19-20. In this passage Jesus teaches His disciples what is at the heart of evangelism. He has already been teaching them how to catch men with ...read more

  • Resolutions For The New Year

    Contributed by J. Martin on Jan 13, 2007
    based on 55 ratings
     | 6,439 views

    Resolutions are quite popular during this season. Everyone is working on them though not many really understand what they mean. According to the dictionary, a resolution is “the process of reaching a firm decision about something; to deal with [somethin

    Resolutions are quite popular during this season. Everyone is working on them though not many really understand what they mean. According to the dictionary, a resolution is “the process of reaching a firm decision about something; to deal with [something] successfully; to make [something] clear ...read more

  • Change (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Sep 22, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,230 views

    Change is a continual process that begins with renewing your mind. Change is an adding and a subtraction of things in our life. God has given us the power to change; and although it may be difficult and uncomfortable and unsettling at times, it will draw

    Introduction · This morning, I want to talk about change. First, change is a good thing! · Change is a continual process that begins with renewing your mind. · Change is an adding and a subtraction of things in our life. · God has given us the power to change; and although it may be difficult ...read more

  • Flexing To Adjust To What Is Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 20, 2008
     | 2,866 views

    The early church was comfortable with innovating and changing its methodology; even today, Biblically grounded churches have freedom to adjust to the times as long as the truth of Scripture is not sacrificed in the process. Our text provides us with a mo

    Flexing to Adjust to What Is (Acts 6:1-7) 1. This was in Friday’s news: LAGOS (Reuters) – A father took his 20-year old son to an Islamic court in northern Nigeria for idleness, asking that he be sent to prison for refusing to engage in productive activities, state news agency NAN said Friday. "He ...read more

  • Exhortations To Be Patient & The Example Of Farmers Being Patient! Series

    Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 21,619 views

    James exhorts Christians to understand that patience is an continual process and that the farmer provides a good example for us on being patient and he warns that we must not become guilty of the blame games when things get difficult.

    INTRODUCTION #27 1. Open your bibles to James 5:7-9. 2. In this passage James gives the exhortation to be patient until the Lord returns. 3. James also gives the example of farmers being patient. 4. James also tells Christians that they must be patient with one another and not start blaming one ...read more

  • Palm Sunday 2014

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 15, 2014
     | 9,619 views

    On Palm Sunday we often concentrate on the palms and the colt Jesus was riding and the cloaks being laid before Him in the procession. We look at the exaltation of the crowd and the rebuke of the Jews but there is SO much more going on in that city.

    Well, it’s Palm Sunday! The day we celebrate that glorious ride that Jesus took into Jerusalem amidst the proclamation of His followers. Let's take a look at God's Holy Word! Luke 19:29-40 says, “As [Jesus] approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives, He ...read more

  • The Balancing Act

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 29, 2013
     | 3,707 views

    We think of how important serving others and "convertng" others is, but we must be balanced. The process does not end in baptism it continues after. This is why Jesus told us to make "disciples" not merely "converts."

    1. Communication (strange sport sayings—selected) • “You guys line up alphabetically by height.” said by Bill Peterson, a Florida State football coach. • When Shaquille O’Neal was asked whether he had visited the Parthenon during his visit to Greece, he replied, ...read more

  • Seek First The Kingdom Of God

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 19, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 26,876 views

    This sermon speaks hard about seeking first the things of God. If we are to do that.. we need to (1) let God be in charge (2) allow God to be in the decistion process (3) give back to others.

    Seek First the Kingdom of God Matthew 6:19-34 Disclaimer: This sermon was prepared by personal study and Sermon Central contributions. Introduction- This is a very familiar verse. There are some verses that jump off the page to us. For where your ...read more

  • The Reaction To A Changed Life Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 12, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,179 views

    THE PASSAGE BEFORE US TODAY IS THE UNDISPUTED BIRTH OF THE CHURCH. AND THIS BIRTH IS ACCOMPLISHED IN A VIBRANT, EXCITING MANNER. SO MUCH SO THAT IT IS EVIDENT TO THOSE NOT PART OF THE PROCESS. SO GREAT IS THIS BIRTH, THAT THOSE IN PROXIMITY COME TO FIN

    THE REACTION TO A CHANGED LIFE Acts 2:1-13 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and ...read more

  • The Full Grown Christian

    Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 30, 2015
     | 5,572 views

    The life of a faithful Christian is characterized by a constant growth process. When one becomes a Christian they begin a lifelong journey of service to God. This lesson examines this great truth and brings to light what our obligations are in this.

    The Full Grown Christian Ephesians 4:13 "Till we all attain unto the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a full-grown man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ:" (ASV) The life of a faithful Christian is characterized by a constant growth ...read more

  • Deception And The Truth About God: The Sermon Paul Never Got To Finish Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 15, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,863 views

    Why do some strange cults commit mass suicide? The same process that is at work in them in a high degree is at work in nonbelievers and even believers on a smaller scale. This sermon examines the cause and solution to this evil propensity.

    Deception and the Truth about God: The Sermon Paul Never Got to Finish Series: Acts Chuck Sligh August 14, 2016 TEXT: Acts 14:8-19 – “And there sat a certain man at Lystra, impotent in his feet, being a cripple from his mother's womb, who never had walked: 9 The same heard Paul speak: ...read more

  • Choosing Leaders Wisely Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 15, 2016
     | 18,759 views

    Faithful disciples are called to participate in the civic process through elections. How do faithful disciples know who to vote for when election time comes? This sermon offers practical advice in choosing leaders wisely.

    Election day, Tuesday, November 8th, is only fifty-seven days away. We’ll elect a new President of the United States, as well as U. S. Congressmen, Senators and a host of other offices in our states and communities. One of the blessings of living in the U.S. is we get to choose who leads us ...read more

  • The Healing Power Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Apr 11, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,286 views

    Today's message looks at the doctrine of forgiveness, what it is and isn't, why we need to forgive, how we go about forgiving, and what then is confession and how that is the beginning of the forgiveness process.

    The Healing Power of Forgiveness How many think people in general are weird? Now, how many think others are weirder than you? Now, in my almost 70 years of life, one of the things I’ve learned is that we’re all weird, and a little bit odd at times, or for some, most of the time. And the reason is ...read more

  • The Wesleyan Quadrilateral In Theological Reflection

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021
     | 4,084 views

    What is theological reflection, as a modern concept? Theological reflection is the process by which we come to understand reality as it truly is. The goal ultimately is to see God, the universe, the inspired word, and ourselves, as God sees it.

    Introduction What is theological reflection, as a modern concept? Theological reflection is the process by which we come to understand reality as it truly is. The goal ultimately is to see God, the universe, the inspired word, and ourselves, as God sees it. This will naturally entail a limited ...read more