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Facing Opposition (Acts 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 15, 2025

Do some love the tongues of Acts 2 but not the example of Acts 4?

Did opposition grow along with increasing church numbers? Were the apostles cowed by hostility or were they bold? How was the atmosphere in local churches? Let’s look at Acts 4. Did both persecution and the number of believers grow? The priests and the captain of the temple guard and the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Naomi Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2016

A Compromising Mother Becomes a Godly Grandmother

A. HOW NAOMI COMPROMISED 1. She compromised her spiritual priorities. a. Did not continue in difficulties. “A famine in the land” (Ruth 1:1). b. Enticed by the well-watered plains of Moab (1:1). c. Left the Promised Land. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem, Judah” (1:2). 2. She ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joash Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2016

A Good Grandson Comes from An Evil Grandmother

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Generational sins. “Visiting the iniquity of the fathers (or mothers) upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me” (Ex. 20:5). North South Ahab and Jezebel  Athaliah ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:5

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Lord's Table Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 9, 2016

Why you should partake?

A. What Is The Correct Name For The Lord’s Table? 1. The Lord’s Table, (1 Cor. 10:21). 2. The Lord’s Supper, (1 Cor. 11:20). 3. Breaking bread, (Acts 2:42, 46; 20:7). 4. Ordinance, (1 Cor. 11:2). 5. Eucharist (a Roman Catholic term) from eucharisto, “to give ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Cup? Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 9, 2016

What spiritual meaning can we get from the cup?

“In the same manner He also took the cup after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood. This do, as often as you . . . drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death till He comes” (1 Cor. 11:25-26). A. Why Grapes Are a Symbol of His Death 1. Symbols of fruitfulness. “This is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

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

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

A Lifestyle Of Evangelism Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Nov 20, 2016

Evangelism is a word that causes many of us to tremble. When we simplify the process it can become easier to do. Here's some thoughts from a meeting between Philip and an Ethiopian eunuch.

What is your initial, knee jerk reaction when you hear this word? (pause) Evangelism. A few of you slid forward in your seat, got this eager look on your face, and can’t wait to hear the rest of the message. Most of you are looking a bit like a deer caught in the headlights, startled and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bible Told By Jesus Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 21, 2017

Why a Bible by Jesus?

A. THE BIBLE BY JESUS IS A PARAPHRASE 1. The Bible was originally written in Hebrew (Old Testament) Greek (New Testament) and Chaldean (verses in Daniel). 2. The Holy Spirit guided the writers of Scripture. “You must pay close attention to what they wrote, for their words are like a lamp ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:32, Colossians 3:10, 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Sin Seeds Of The Father Grow In The Son Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

The sins of the father pop up in the lives of his sons

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:1-16 Why Sons Repeat the Weaknesses of Their Father 1. Think they got away with it. 2. Think it made them great. 3. Subconscious; sons don’t realize it. 4. Think it makes them happy. 5. Their sinful nature drives them. 6. Think they can’t help it. “A severe ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For Life's Work Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

God prospers us when we work at it.

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 29:1-30; 30:25-43 1. God prospers us when we work at it. How People Prepare for Life’s Work • Attend school, prepare self and knowledge • Acquire skills needed on the job • Begin at the bottom • Perform chores at home • Internships • Choose things to buy with our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Dedication: Journey Back To God Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

What pulls us from God?

A. WHAT PULLS US FROM GOD? 1. Money, making it, spending it, not having it 2. Difficulties 3. Job 4. Striving for acceptance or recognition of people 5. Family problems, divorce, spouse, etc. 6. Sin 7. Addiction to sports, sex, porn, alcohol, etc. “God told Jacob to move his family back ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Why Is God Silent? Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

Know how God speaks

A. WHY ARE PEOPLE SILENT TO US? 1. Angry. Learn to interpret the sounds of silence. 2. They want you to learn (seeing what you will do). 3. They have already told you. 4. They disagree with what you previously said. 5. They are taking time to think before answering. 6. Talking is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Why Doesn't The Bible Make Sense" Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

Why people have difficulty with scripture

A. WHAT DOESN’T MAKE SENSE TO US? 1. A subject in school we hate. 2. Computer instructions too complicated. 3. A foreign language we flunked in school. 4. A sport we’ve never played. 5. GPS instructions that go against our knowledge. 6. A love letter not written to you. B. WHY SOME MISS THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does God Keep Secrets? Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

God keeps secrets

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY PEOPLE KEEP SECRETS? 1. To surprise. 2. To shield us from disappointments. 3. To keep us from danger. 4. Because we are not ready. 5. To keep us from temptation; “curiosity kills the cat.” 6. To preserve their relationship. 7. Because they love us. B. GOD KEEPS ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Baptist