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Why Believe In Christ's Resurrection?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 10, 2016

Why we believe in Christ's resurrection

A. HISTORY: CREDIBLE OBSERVERS AND A RELIABLE RECORD B. WHY WE BELIEVE IN CHRIST’S RESURRECTION 1. The tomb was empty. “They (the women) found the stone rolled away . . . and found not the body of the Lord Jesus Christ” (Luke 24:2-3). The angel said, “He is not here: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Finding God's Plan When You Feel Lost

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 10, 2016

Twelve principles to guide your future

A. WHEN YOU FEEL CUT OFF FROM GOD 1. When you can’t reach God, you question Him, “Has God forgotten to be kind? Has He slammed the door on His compassion?” (Ps. 77:9, NLT). “O Israel, how can you say the Lord does see your troubles? How can you say God refuses to hear ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Every Woman Can Be A Ruth Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 10, 2016

Ten Decisions-Making Steps

A. RUTH MARRIES INTO BACKSLIDDEN FAMILY 1. Naomi and Elimelech were bluebloods. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem” (1:2), original settlers of Bethlehem. 2. Planned temporary regression from God. “Went to sojourn in Moab” (1:1). 3. Could not leave. “Continued ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:28

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing God

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 14, 2016

Seeing God on the Throne as He Really Is

A. WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT GOD? 1. Some think a mean old man – He punishes. 2. Some think a hippie God – He is indifferent. 3. Some think a good ole boy – He’s the man upstairs. 4. Some think a bell hop God – He gets me what I want. 5. Some think God is what I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Omega Man

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 20, 2016

The Omega Man is the last person to receive Christ before the end of time.

I. Who Is Omega Man? 1. The word Omega means last in the Greek alphabet, i.e., Alpha to Omega. Definition: Omega, Gr. 1. Last of the Greek alphabet, 2. Ending, conclusion, to be concluded, stop, cease, i.e., to run out, 3. Short lived, 4. A negatively charged elementary particle that has a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:23-36

Denomination: Baptist

Applying The Great Commission

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 20, 2016

The last command given by Jesus Christ. Still the marching orders for the Church.

A. The Great Commission 1. It’s the last command given by Jesus Christ. 2. It is given to all believers. 3. It hasn’t been completed or finished. 4. It is still the marching orders of the church. B. The First Giving – John 20:19-23 When: On Sunday evening of Resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting For Guidance To Make A Decision Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

Christians need help facing the many major decisions they face in their private, spiritual, business, family, and church life. Fast for major decisions, not the everyday decisions of life.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Promise: “Is not this the fast that I have chosen . . . then shall thy light break forth as the morning?” (Isa. 58:6, 8). 2. Christians need help facing the many major decisions they face in their private, spiritual, business, family, and church life. Fast for major decisions, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6, Isaiah 58:8

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting To Solve A Problem Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

Fasting to Solve Serious Problems

A. INTRODUCTION Fasting to solve problems that are serious. These are not the everyday types of problems. These involve selling a house, hiring an important person, obtaining money, etc. “Is not this the fast that I have chosen . . . to undo the heavy burdens” (Isa. 58:6). 1. Everyone has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting For Revival And Evangelism Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

God pouring Himself on His people.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. “Come with fasting, weeping and mourning, don’t tear your clothing in grief, tear your hearts instead . . . then . . . I will pour out My Spirit upon all people” (Joel 2:12, 28, NLT). 2. Definition of revival: “God . . . pouring Himself on His people.” Revival verse: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:10, Joel 2:12, Joel 2:28

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting For Health And Healing Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

Fasting is one discipline that will heal/improve health.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Fasting is one discipline that will heal/improve health. “Is not this the fast that I have chosen . . . and thy health shall spring forth speedily?” (Isa. 58:8, ELT). 2. God heals, Jehovah Rapha. “I am the Lord that healeth thee” (Ex. 15:26). 3. Healing comes by faith and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:8, James 5:15, Exodus 15:26

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting To Know And Worship God Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

Worship is giving the “worthship” to God that belongs to Him only (old Scottish term).

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS WORSHIP? 1. Worship is giving the “worthship” to God that belongs to Him only (old Scottish term). 2. Definition: “Worship is a face-to-face encounter with the living God based on a regeneration experience, prompted by the Holy Spirit, and resulting in the exaltation of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23, Galatians 2:20, John 3:30

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Shepherd Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

Israel knew God primarily by His power and holiness, but in Psalm 23, they learn of His personal love and compassion.

A. WHY IS THIS THE FAVORITE PSALM? 1. Easy to memorize. These six verses are a short “self-contained” picture of our relationship with God. 2. Intimate fellowship. Promises God’s comfort and protection when we remain close to the Shepherd. 3. Personalized identification. Demonstrates how our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Fear No Evil Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

Take “D” out of Devil and make it evil.

A. WHAT DOES PSALM 23 TEACH US ABOUT OPPOSITION? 1. The existence of evil. 2. Evil is in conflict with you. 3. You should not let evil scare you. 4. You can overcome evil. 5. The shepherd is your deliverer. 6. Deliverance comes by relationship to the shepherd. B. WHAT ARE WE NOT TO FEAR? 1. Not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thy Rod And Staff Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

Two powerful helpers: the rod and staff.

A. INTRODUCTION: TWO POWERFUL HELPERS 1. This world is not our home, there is little comfort, but the Lord has, “a rod and staff to comfort you.” 2. Usually, people think “rod and staff” are the same thing. But each is a different instrument. 3. The word “rod” is more than a stick; it is a club ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thou Prepares A Table Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

Why a table?

A. INTRODUCTION: WHEN THE TABLE IS SPREAD 1. You have just come back from straying. 2. You have just come from a dark valley. 3. You have just escaped death shadows. 4. You get the opposite of punishment grace factor. B. WHY A TABLE? 1. Not a picnic, it is just temporary. 2. Not a T.V. table, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist