Sermons on Understanding Our Mission:

"The Silence Of God"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Dec 13, 2003

Have you or are you struggling with a season of the silence of God? Why does God allow it?

"THE SILENCE OF GOD" Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com PSALM 13:1-6 ETS: The Psalmist longed for God’s presence. ESS: There are times when God hides his face. Sunday, July 28, 2002 All nine miners trapped underground in a Pennsylvania coal mine for three days were brought safely to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Why Do Christians Suffer

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 3, 2002

An Exposition on Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh

Why do Christians suffer? An exposition on Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh (2 Cor. 12: 7-10) 2 Corinthians 12 : 7-10 7 To keep me from becoming conceited because of these surpassing great revelations, there was given to me a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. 8 Three times I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Reproduction In A Place Of Devestation

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 7, 2002

A PERFECT DEPICTION OF RESORATION AND REGENERATION. CAN THESE BONES LIVE AGAIN SHOWS US THE STATE OF MANY BELIEVERS AND WHO HAS THE AUTHORITY TO BRING FORTH LIFE AFTER DEATH.

Reproduction In a Place of Devestation EZELIEL 37:3 3) And he said unto me, Son of man, can these bones live? And I answered, O Lord God, thou knowest. TWO REVELATIONS CONTAINED IN THE SCRIPTURE 1) THERE IS A VISION OF THE RESURRECTION OF ISRAEL TO NEW LIFE. 2) HE WAS COMMANDED TO ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Miracles In The Christian Life

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

The Christian sees what the unbeliever does not see; believes what the unbeliever does not believe; and will escape what the unbeliever cannot escape.

NOTABLE MIRACLES IN THE CHRISTIAN LIFE "What shall we do to these men? For, indeed, that a notable miracle has been done through them is evident to all who dwell in Jerusalem, and we cannot deny it." Acts 4:26. I. THE CHRISTIAN SEES THE INVISIBLE We see Christ in the Old Testament: As ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:26

Denomination: Baptist

Altogether

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 20, 2002

We often hear the expression "He’s needs to get it together" referring to a person not being "on-track" in his life. Paul is an example of really having "it all together".

ALTOGETHER Acts 26:29 In today’s world we often hear people say: “he’s got it together” or “he needs to get it together”. Paul had it “altogether” because: I. He was genuinely converted: “And as he journeyed, he came near Damascus: and suddenly there shined round about him a light from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:29

Denomination: Baptist

Four Frghtening Thoughts

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 23, 2002

Sets forth four utterances of God that have frightening consequences if not heeded.

FOUR FRIGHTENING THOUGHTS "God is not a man, that He should lie, Nor a son of man, that He should repent. Has He said, and will He not do? Or has He spoken, and will He not make it good?" Numbers 23:19. I. THE FRIGHTENING THOUGHT OF GOD’S PATIENCE RUNNING OUT! “And the Lord said: ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:19

Denomination: Baptist

Profile Of A Great Christian

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 23, 2002

Truly one of the great figures in the long line of Christian heroes is Stephen. His fearless proclamation of the Gospel, well-knowing the possible consequence of doing so, should inspire us to uncompromisingly proclaim God’s message without regard as to

PROFILE OF A GREAT CHRISTIAN “And Stephen, full of faith and power, did wonders and miracles among the people.” Acts 6:8 I. STEPHEN WAS A MAN OF HIGH MORAL CHARACTER: "But select from among you, brethren, seven men of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and of wisdom, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60, Acts 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Complete Package

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 18, 2003

A brief outline setting forth the completeness that the Christian has in Christ Jesus

A COMPLETE PACKAGE “For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily (in bodily form); and you are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power (rule and authority).” Colossians 2:9-10. I. THE RIGHT BEGINNING! “Jesus answered and said unto him, ‘Truly, truly, I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Bang Your Hammer

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 23, 2005

The humble shall be exalted, but the proud shall be abased. God resisteth the proud, but he gives grace to the humble.

From the desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA Correspondence Address: 56 Taylor Cir Carrollton, GA 30117 Email: tjpowers@gfb.org DON’T BANG YOUR HAMMER I KINGS 6:7 THE TEMPLE OF SOLOMON WAS QUITE A FACILITY AND TOOK A GREAT DEAL OF LABOR TO COMPLETE. SOLOMON ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 6:7

Denomination: Baptist

Hippology Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Nov 19, 2007

What is hippology? It is not the study of hippos! It is the study of horses. In this message we are going to do some hippology.

INTRODUCTION Our text is Song of Solomon 1:9 - "I have compared thee, O my love, to a company of horses in Pharaoh’s chariots." The speaker is the husband. He is complimenting his wife. Spiritually, the speaker is Christ. He is complimenting the Church. When we think of horses we think of a: 1. A ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:9

A Shameful Birth Series

Contributed by Michael Jones on Dec 5, 2007

This series details the "messy" people and events that surrounded the birth of Christ. 1 of 3.

Our topic will be “From a Hot Mess to a Holy Miracle” - A Scandalous Beginning - A Shameful Birth - A Startling Truth Last week we looked at the bloodline of Jesus to see that he was related to some notorious people: 1) Tamar – Played the prostitute 2) Rahab – A prostitute who helped the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unlovables

Contributed by Jason Winters on Dec 8, 2007

Loving the difficult to love people in your life

The “UnLoveables” “We love each other as a result of his loving us first” 1 John 4:19 NLT). I. God loves the U . “The LORD did not choose you and lavish his love on you because you were larger or greater than other nations, for you were the smallest of all ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Eligible For Water Baptism? Part 3 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 20, 2007

A look at the qualifications for baptism.

Part 3 Who is eligible for water baptism? 1. Those who have repented of their sins "Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost." (Acts 2:38, KJV) 2. Those who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:44-48

Denomination: Mennonite

The Holy Spirit, God's Ruling And Invading Presence In This World, Part 3 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 22, 2007

The Holy Spirit is the overseer of the father’s kingdom in the earth. Everything bows to his presence.

Kingdom Life The Holy Spirit - God’s ruling & invading presence in this world Opening: 1. "…I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly." (John 10:10) Review What an awesome privilege to be part of this kingdom 1. "Verily I say unto you, Among ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49

Denomination: Mennonite

Are You A Real Christian? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 6, 2008

To get us thinking about what it means to be a real Christian

Are you a REAL Christian? Part 2 Title: Are you a REAL Christian? Part 2 Lesson Aim: To get us thinking about what it means to be a REAL Christian Introduction: 1. Jesus asked a sobering question? "…When the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth?" (Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:8

Denomination: Mennonite