Sermons on Washington:

Little Church, Big Impact Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 20, 2012

A little church like ours can have a big impact if we trust the Savior, love the saints, and put our hope in the certainty of the Gospel.

As a church leader, I am often challenged by the question: If our church would cease to exist, how much would the community really miss us? In other words, What kind of contribution are we making to the Washington Island community? Well, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania actually ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Double Your Money

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 4, 2010

We think that we must protect what we have, and do not see those in need as brothers and sisters in disguise. But God puts back in our sacks more than enough when we walk on a mission of mercy and a journey of faith, caring for the hungry and needy.

Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC, October 16, 1988 (World Hunger Sunday) Somehow, when our whole orientation is consuming and enjoying and entertaining ourselves, we pay no attention to anything beyond today. What we have today we use, and assume that tomorrow will take care of itself. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ark, Anger, And Assurance

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 24, 2010

We become angry at God because our prayers are self-centered, but when they are not answered we shut down and avoid God. Until we see that the blessing is in the presence of God we will not reap joy.

Takoma Park Baptist Church, September 8, 1991 (this version); preached in slightly different form at Luther Rice Memorial Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD, July 30, 1978; Calvary Hill Baptist Church, Fairfax, VA, August 6, 1978; Forest Heights Baptist Church, Oxon Hill, MD, Sept. 9, 1979; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting For Full Joy

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 22, 2010

Delivered 1989, on the 25th anniversary of the reception of the church's first black member. We wait for full joy and unity, which come from embracing all people and from being the agents of redemption for all needs.

Exactly twenty-five years ago, two things happened which were destined to have a profound effect on my life, and I want to share them with you this morning. These two unrelated happenings took place without the people involved in either one being aware of the other one, but, as I have said, both ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

Grace At Home -- Part 2 Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 17, 2011

If we want God’s grace to transform our marriages, then we must submit to our wives; we must understand them; and we must value them so that our prayers are not cut off.

Mrs. Foster, a teacher at the grade-school in Auburn, Washington, had a frustrating day with one of her first-grade boys. “You’ve been doing irritating things all day today. These things are some of my pet peeves,” she said sternly. “Do you know what a pet peeve is?” The young boy shook his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Everything We Need To Know About Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jun 22, 2011

Everything we need to know about a Jesus beyond this world.

Throughout history many predictions have been made concerning the future. "Radio has no future. Heavier-than-air machines are impossible. X-rays will prove to be a hoax." - English scientist William Thomson, 1899. "Television won't matter in your lifetime or mine." - Radio Times editor Rex ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-11

Finding A Faithful Father

Contributed by Chip Monck on Sep 26, 2007

A Father’s Day sermon exploring the faithfulness of Joshua.

(Opened with a "Shaggy Dog" Movie Clip taken from ScreenVue.com) Being a dad is one very rewarding job, but it is also the toughest gig in my life. Balancing work, life as a husband, ministry to a congregation and investing in the lives of more than 100 students at Indiana Wesleyan’s Lexington ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Seeing A New Thing

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 29, 2008

Some of us are just not observant and do not see what God is doing. We let fear paralyze us, we do not see what an international church means, and we need to bear a testimony of excitement about all that God is doing in this church.

Many of you know that I recently spent a week in Kentucky and Indiana doing a family history search. My companion for that week in archives rooms and on cemetery grounds was my younger brother, who is a professor at Southwestern Baptist Seminary in Texas. We planned for that particular week, as ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Stumbling Into A Quantum Leap

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 3, 2008

When we stumble, but repent, God gives us a chance to leap like a deer and rejoice.

The best discoveries are the discoveries made by accident. The things you did not set out to find, but found anyway. The five dollar bill tucked in between the pages of the book you picked up to read. The charming little boutique around the corner from where you really intended to go. The best ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

"Get Out Of The Boat"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Sep 24, 2003

Jesus is with you in the storms of life. Jesus wants you out of the boat and to come to Him.

“Get Out Of The Boat” Matthew 14:22-33 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series on ‘Great Events In The Life And Ministry Of Jesus’. The last few weeks, we have seen Jesus do a great many things. We have seen Him perform miracles … cleanse the Temple … heal the sick … forgive sins … change ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Remember Your Redeemer Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 28, 2008

God calls wayward people to remember who He is & what He has done for them & then to repent & return to Him. He proclaimed He would deliver them from their captivity. For He is a God that can proclaim the future before it occurs.

ISAIAH 44: 21-28 REMEMBER YOUR REDEEMER [Ezra 1:1:2-4; 6:3-5] God forgives and redeems His wayward people. God calls His people to take His truths to heart. Those who are form into God’s servant by His truth find grace to help in their time of need. He calls them ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:21-28, Isaiah 45:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Do These Stones Mean? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 31, 2008

For a Children’s Day message; twelve varying stones used as visuals to speak of original innocence, sin and accountability, and the redemptive work of Christ.

For centuries, people have raised up stones as a witness. Stone monuments testify as to who they are and what happened among them. Just this week news came of discoveries at the ancient monument of Stonehenge on the Salisbury plain in England. Those great Sarsen stones were raised to honor the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:8-24

Denomination: Baptist

What I Learned From Black History Month

Contributed by David Parks on Feb 21, 2012

As I have gone back and studied Black History, some Biblical principles keep pressing into my mind: principles that could have saved mankind so much sin, suffering and sorrow.

LESSONS I HAVE LEARNED FROM BLACK HISTORY MONTH Text: Acts 17: 16–28 Introduction: 1. Isn’t this a wonderful day the Lord has made. A day to – “Rejoice and be glad in it.” 2. Open your Bibles please to Acts 17: 24-28. 3. Read text. “For we are indeed his offspring.” 4. The Title of today’s lesson ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gone Without Warning

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Mar 24, 2012

Prophecy concerning the second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ

What We Believe: A recent Newsweek poll gauges Americans’ opinions on the Book of Revelation and end times: *36% believe the Book of Revelation contains “true prophecy,” while 47% say it is metaphorical. *55% think the faithful will be taken up to heaven in the rapture. *74% of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Islam, Antichrist, & The End Of The Age Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 20, 2012

What to watch out for in the future.

Exposing Satan’s End Time Terror - Islam, Antichrist, and the End of the Age Chester First Baptist Church Dr. Mike Fogerson April 22 2012 Pictures of Islamic protestors in Europe I Muslim Eschatology A Islam is expecting “The Mahdi” as their Messiah / Christ. 1 He must be from the line of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist