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An Orphan Becomes Queen Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 12, 2020

After deposing Queen Vashti, the king's attendants encourage him to find a new queen by having a contest between all the young women of the empire.

For Such a Time as This: An Orphan Becomes a Queen Esther 2:1-18 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 8-09-2020 Two weeks ago, we said hello and goodbye to Queen Vashti. This week, we will meet two more of our main characters and witness a beauty contest that decide the new queen. ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jehovah Elyon’s App

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 6, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 19: 1 – 22

Numbers 19: 1 – 22 Jehovah Elyon’s App 19 Now the LORD spoke to Moses and Aaron, saying, 2 “This is the ordinance of the law which the LORD has commanded, saying: ‘Speak to the children of Israel, that they bring you a red heifer without blemish, in which there is no defect and on which a yoke has ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What About Hypocrisy And Abuse? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 11, 2023

What About Hypocrisy and Abuse? Series: The Deconstruction Zone: Navigating Doubts and Difficulties Brad Bailey – July 9, 2023

What About Hypocrisy and Abuse? Series: The Deconstruction Zone: Navigating Doubts and Difficulties Brad Bailey – July 9, 2023 Summary: Engaging the issue of hypocrisy and abuse by Christian leaders which effects the decision of many to leave church or their faith. What do we do when those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:7-9, Matthew 23:25-33, Matthew 20:25-28, Philippians 2:4, Matthew 18:2-3, Matthew 18:6, Proverbs 11:14, 2 Corinthians 8:20-21, 1 Corinthians 1:12-13, 1 Corinthians 1:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Plugged In To Study And Obey God's Word? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

Ezra is the story of the Jews’ return to Jerusalem after almost a century exile in Babylon. When they returned, all they found were ruins. There was no temple, so the people felt spiritually unplugged. Ezra is a story of how they got plugged in.

Are You Plugged In to Study and Obey God’s Word? Ezra 3:1-3 By Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Over the next three weeks, I will be sharing from the book of Ezra about the importance of being plugged in to the best God has for you this year. Today I want to talk about the importance of being ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

The gospel has a powerful impact on those who are receptive. Believers are to joyfully share their faith with others – before it’s too late.

Marks of a Healthy Church After the sermon last week, someone came up to me and asked me a question: “If First Thessalonians is one of the shortest and easiest books to understand, why are you taking 14 weeks to preach through it?” I told him that he should be glad I’m not preaching through the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Model Worth Following Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

Paul and his team authentically modeled the message, focusing on the praise of God, not men. We must do the same and be as gentle as a mother and as firm as a father with those we are hoping to influence.

Marks of a Healthy Church After the sermon last week, someone came up to me and asked me a question: “If First Thessalonians is one of the shortest and easiest books to understand, why are you taking 14 weeks to preach through it?” I told him that he should be glad I’m not preaching through the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Some Myths About Marriage Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 27, 2001

This sermon is the third in the series and it deals with Christians being faithful to God in their relationships. Begins myths on marriage.

Some Myths About Dating, Marriage & Divorce III 6/4/00 Proverbs 3:1-11 Hebrews 13:1-8 For Christians, The date you set for your wedding, should not be based upon how much money you need to save for an elaborate wedding. It should not be based on how many more years of school you have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-11, Hebrews 13:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christian Carnality

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 11, 2000

A study of James 4 which addresses carnality vs. spirituality among believers.

Christian Carnality (James 4) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/james4.html] (handout follows sermon text) INTRODUCTION Jesus Himself tells us in John 8:31-32: 31 "... If you abide in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; 32 and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Take Off The Masks And Let Our Light Shine Before Men

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 25, 2001

HOW TO TAKE OFF THE MASKS AND LET OUR LIGHT SHINE BEFORE MEN

HOW TO TAKE OFF THE MASKS AND LET OUR LIGHT SHINE BEFORE MEN Seldom are people willing to take off their masks of security without sufficient stimulus and reassurance. Many contextualizers have to come to a point of desperation, loneliness, or failure before they are willing to open their lives ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Community Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Sep 18, 2006

Second in a series looking to inject our prayer lives with Biblical truths that can empower our prayer life. This message looks at the power of praying together, in community.

There was once a pastor who had a little five-year-old daughter, and the little girl noticed that every time her dad stood behind the pulpit, and was getting ready to preach he would bow his head for moment before he began to preach. The little girl noticed that he did this every time. So one day ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

When Someone You Love Is Unlovable Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 13, 2007

The actions we must take to change our attitude and perhaps change the sandpaper people in our lives.

WHEN SOMEONE YOU LOVE IS UNLOVABLE Part 1 of 6 in the Series, "When Relationships Disappoint You – How to Find God’s Peace in the Pain" We’re beginning a new series today that, just like all of our other series here at Pathway, is meant to be a resource for tapping into the valuable and practical ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

Standing, Even In The Midst Of Fear Series

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Jul 16, 2004

Sermon Series helping people to look at the lives of 3 people in the Bible; Jacob, David, and Peter to see that even when all looks hopeless, God can still turn the situation around. All 3 messages build off 3 Main Points: 1. The Test 2. The Travail

For the past 2 weeks, we have been discussing the topic, ¡§How To Stand When You Do Not Understand¡¨ ¡V In Week 1, we spoke about the fact that we can stand even in the Midst of Failure as we looked at the life of Jacob who had lived as a cheater and failure most of his life until that one night ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thinking Clearly About Marriage

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 29, 2005

This Sermon deals with what we can expect in marriage.

Thinking Clearly About Marriage 2/13/2005 Genesis 2:19-25 1 Corin 7:1-7 For Christians, The date you set for your wedding, should not be based upon how much money you need to save for an elaborate wedding. It should not be based on how many more years of school you have left. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Be Ready Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2003

The key in becoming infectious in our faith is to make sure that we have set apart Christ as Lord in our lives. When we are striving to live under the control of Christ, people will notice and will then ask us to explain the reason for the hope that we h

How To Be Ready Rev. Brian Bill 2/4/01 It’s fun to compare how life today is different from life 500 years ago. Some of the expressions we use, and the things we do, are based on life in the 1500’s. For instance, did you know that…? • Most people got married in June because they took their ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:15, 1 John 3:1, 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Thinking Clearly About Marriage

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 4, 2005

This sermon deals with the struggles associated with marriage and some of the pitfalls that we can avoid.

Thinking Clearly About Marriage 2/13/2005 Genesis 2:19-25 1 Corin 7:1-7 For Christians, The date you set for your wedding, should not be based upon how much money you need to save for an elaborate wedding. It should not be based on how many more years of school you have left. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed