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  • Don't Settle For Plan B - Go For Plan A(Braham)

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 29, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,467 views

    God gives us dreams of his big plans for us - but as time goes on, we feel we have to "be realistic" - The lesson from Abraham: don't. Just keep trusting the God for whom nothing is impossible.

    Sermon on Genesis 15 "Don't settle for Plan B: Go for Plan A--Braham" A representative of the gas company phoned the owner of an expensive new home to make an appointment for the service man to come in and light the pilot lights and adjust the furnace. The owner said that was OK, but he ...read more

  • The First Deacons

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Oct 7, 2011
     | 4,886 views

    Early in the history of the church, the Lord added an office to the church. It was not an afterthought, for He knew from eternity past that He would do this. But now the time was right, and the need was great. Why were deacons added? What is the lesson fo

    THE FIRST DEACONS Acts 6:1-7 November 13, 2005 (The Ordination of Fred Thomson) INTRODUCTION: • Some long for the good ole’ days. • They remember the warmth of the fire and forget the chopping of the wood. • Some would love for us to get back to the early ...read more

  • "What If I Give All I Have?" Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 19, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,200 views

    Giving all we have to God through Jesus Christ. We should give everything because it all belongs to God. And we should give gladly.

    I read an alarming statistic. Annually, Americans spend more on dog food than on church contributions. We may want to review some priorities. I also read, “It’s not how much of my money will I give to God, but how much of God’s money will I keep for myself.” The ...read more

  • The Dynamic Presence Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 28, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,927 views

    What follows the Holy Spirit taking up residence in those that believe and follow the Lord Jesus Christ?

    Intro: What follows the Holy Spirit taking up residence in those that believe and follow the Lord Jesus Christ? To find out we turn to the book of Acts. The Acts of the Holy Spirit show us the working of God’s holy Spirit in indwelling, empowering, enabling, and pressing the Apostles and ...read more

  • God's Love And God's Wrath

    Contributed by David Mende on Aug 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,550 views

    God is Love. But even the wrath of God is an attribute of God as much a part of God as any other attribute, an attribute without which God would be less than God. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    God’s Love and God’s Wrath (Preached first on 09/08/09, Sunday) Introduction (Secure Attention) and FCF: Do you want to know as to why sometimes you are not able to love the Lord? Take feedback from the congregation. This morning, you will discover the secret of loving the Lord more than ever ...read more

  • The Resource Of Obligation-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 20, 2010
     | 3,458 views

    Paul saw his spiritual obligation as a resource for Titus’ ministry. Thus, my obligation becomes a resource for others when it aligns/correlates with Christian...Part 1 of a 3-part sermon.

    THE RESOURCE OF OBLIGATION-1—Titus 1:1-4 Paul saw his spiritual obligation as a resource for Titus’ ministry. Spiritual obligation is a resource for the ministry of others. How is one’s obligation a resource for the ministry of others? A Resource—something others can rely on, turn to & learn ...read more

  • The Kaleidoscope Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by A. B. Simpson on Oct 8, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,132 views

    What varied thoughts and feelings moved the hearts of those who stood that day beholding the cross of Calvary! A classic sermon by A. B. Simpson (1843-1919).

    What varied thoughts and feelings moved the hearts of those who stood that day beholding the cross of Calvary! We can perceive the cruel heartlessness with which the Roman soldiers drove the nails and reared the cross, interested only in getting their share of the petty spoil for which they cast ...read more

  • Radical Gratitude Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Oct 13, 2009
     | 4,552 views

    Praise God with a deep sense of awe for the freedom we now have through His gift of forgiveness and new life.

    Intro: Again this year, I’ve found amusement in the “Butterball Turkey-Talk Hotline”, which is now “going on-demand and on the go with Turkey Text Messages. Text the word “TURKEY” to 36888 to have weekly turkey tips, thawing reminders, and cooking alerts sent straight to your mobile phone.” (from ...read more

  • The One And Only Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 4, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,156 views

    Part 1 discusses the relevancy of God being our only God.

    April 19, 2009 The One and Only Exodus 20:1-3 Slide 1 And God spoke all these words:  2 “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. 3 You shall have no other gods before me.” Blank A while ago there was a list of the 100 best novels written over the past ...read more

  • A Royal Courage Series

    Contributed by Mike Parry on May 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,286 views

    This is the third and final sermon from Prince Caspian...the message focuses on the arenas we must fight our battles with courage: our personal world, the public square, and with our partners in ministry.

    “A Royal Courage” Lessons from Prince Caspian May 18, 2005 Introduction: This weekend the movie “Prince Caspian” was released and I’m sure Hollywood is thrilled with the adaptation of C. S. Lewis’ timeless Narnia book of the same title…this morning we are going to close our sermon series on ...read more

  • Future Glory

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 24, 2008
    based on 38 ratings
     | 19,104 views

    God’s word gives encouragement by assuring us that God is still in control.

    Future Glory Text: Haggai 2:1-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: There is a legend that the devil was having a yard sale. People were buying articles such as lying, cheating. etc. An article was on the end of the table that had a sign not for sale. What is this item that is not for sale, people ...read more

  • Strengthening Disciples' Souls Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 30, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,094 views

    Exposition of Acts 14:21-28 about the return trip of Paul’s first miss journey, and the things that he did to ensure the growth of the early disciples

    Text: Acts 14:21-28, Title: Strengthening Disciples’ Souls, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/1/08, AM A. Opening illustration: tell about hearing Piper preach in April and the conversation that I had with Erika immediately following about it being “soul food,” just “vintage Piper,” but so stirring and ...read more

  • What’s In A Name?

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,780 views

    Jesus gave up His Divinity, voluntarily and willingly, in order to become a man. The divine glory was exchanged for human lowliness. He emptied Himself of His DEITY to take upon Himself His HUMANITY. He stripped himself of the insignia of majesty. What wa

    Opening illustration: Here are some examples of names and their meanings. Abraham = father of nations Alfred = wise Caleb = bold Daniel = God is my judge Edward = successful leader Ezekiel = God made me stronger Gabriel = God’s man Angela = angel Agatha = good Barbara = unique Candace = ...read more

  • Giving God Your Treasure Series

    Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Mar 19, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,889 views

    Sermon #3 in Stewardship series. This talks about why anything short of the full tithe is robbing God.

    Stewardship Series #3 “Giving God Your Treasure” Malachi 3:6-12 One day a certain old, rich man of a miserable disposition visited a rabbi, who took the rich man by the hand and led him to a window. "Look out there," he said. The rich man looked into the street. "What do you see?" asked the ...read more

  • Experience Grace Giving 1 Series

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Apr 17, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,126 views

    How to experience the grace of giving to the Lord.

    I confess that there are some pastors who are afraid to talk about money to their churches. Their motives are right. They are not just comfortable with the topic. So, they would rather invite a guest speaker to talk about giving. However, as your pastor, I believe if I can’t talk to you about ...read more