Sermons on West:

Receiving God's Provision

Contributed by Don Baggett on Jan 10, 2008

In verse 18, Paul is telling what Jesus said about why He sent him to the Gentiles. He listed five goals that God has for people’s lives, and I submit to you that these goals have not changed, even to this day.

This text picks up in the middle of the Apostle Paul’s recounting of his conversion experience, as he talked to King Agrippa, who was the appointed king over Judea. Paul spoke very respectfully to this man, and he took full advantage of the opportunity to share his testimony. Back in Acts 9:15, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Worry

Contributed by Paul Zwarich on May 28, 2008

This sermon highlights a person who had been graced by God to mourn without bitterness, to sorrow without anger, to trust without resentment, and to rest in the peace of Christ which surpasses every man’s understanding.

Lectionary 8 Matthew 6:24-34 Money! One thing that I have learned as a Pastor is that people worry about money. Even when I meet with couples that are planning to get married money is a number one concern. Worrying about money is said to be one of the biggest concerns in our society today. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Lutheran

01 Living Worry Free Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 23, 2008

Three steps to worry free living. ❶ Watch Your Passions ❷ Know There Will Be Problems ❸ Seek His Purpose

- In a 2005 message entitled, “What Katrina Can Teach Us,” Max Lucado stated, “We were barely into the new millennium - Towers falling in NYC & planes crashing into the Pentagon & the PA farmland. - Bombs over Baghdad - The tsunami – a roaring wave that sucked life & innocence out to sea. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

Anger – A Biblical Perspective

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Sep 20, 2008

Anger is a powerful emotion. It can be used either in productive or destructive ways. When we get angry our anger is mixed with physical and emotional changes. It produces adrenaline. When we are angry our emotions are on the edge and we say and do things

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Anger – A Biblical Perspective Scripture: Ephesians 4:26 Introduction: Anger is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Tribulation (Partvii) Series

Contributed by Bill Burress on Oct 27, 2008

The plagues of the seven bowls

“The Tribulation” Part VII Opening: The political conventions are over and the speeches are done. Revelation 15 Now we have come to the seven plagues brought by the seven angels to finish the wrath of God on the earth. In the King James Bible the word last means ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Willing Leaders Are Followed By Willing People Series

Contributed by Charles Jones on Aug 23, 2008

Willing Leaders Are Followed By Willing People

Willing Leaders Are Followed By Willing People Judges 5:2 While it’s always easy to find people who want to be “in charge,” it’s far more difficult to find people of character and ability who will step into roles of leadership. Israel faced a chronic crisis of leadership during the days of the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 5:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Playing My Position To Benefit The Team Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 23, 2008

Fourth sermon in series focuses on the biblical purpose of serving in ministry.

PLAYING MY POSITION TO BENEFIT THE TEAM Doing Life Together—Part 4 The Barnabas File One of the first to sell possessions to help the Christians in Jerusalem First to travel with Paul as a missionary team One of the most quietly influential people in the early days of Christianity Called an ...read more

Denomination: *other

As The Deer Panteth For The Water Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 16, 2010

When we are in the spiritual dessert, we need to keep in close touch with God or we will shrivel up with spiritual dehydration. The Psalmist explains his experience in the spiritual dessert, and points us in the right direction.

As the Deer Panteth for the Water Psalm 42 and 43 Rather then spend a lot of time introducing the Sons of Korah and relating their role to the modern Christian, I thought I would share just a little bit about them each week. 1. Descendents of the Korah, a branch of the tribe of Levi. Some ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Time To Run And Time To Walk

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 4, 2011

Three keys to the Christian faith!

James 1:19-20-“Let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness that God requires.  There are three rules for righteousness—be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger.  The rules are universal—every person is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Make Me An Instrument Of Your Peace Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 13, 2011

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Saint Francis was a man of God and a man of peace. His life is a wonderful example for us all.

“Lord, use me as an instrument of your peace; Where there is hatred, let me sow your love; Where there is injury pardon; Where there is doubt keep strong my faith; When in my life I face despair O Lord, my faith but comes from hope, in sadness there is joy found in You” This beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Wargames And Dirty Kitchens Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Mar 3, 2011

God calls Ezekiel to play wargames and cook in unsanitary conditions in order to visually desmontrate the plight of the rebels in Jerusalem. Praise God we get to use Powerpoint for visual impact today!

In Ezekiel chapter 4, the prophet beings to prophesy to the people with visual aids! VERSES 1-8 Wargames in the Bible! Since I love to play boardgames based on military conflict, this passage is sort of fun. In this section, Ezekiel is commanded by God to create a visual representation of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

"My God" Series

Contributed by James Parker on Mar 6, 2011

Have you ever said"my god does this, my god does that"? Is your god the true God of the bible or one you have made in your own mind?

Random Thoughts "My God"" How many of you have ever heard a statements such as "my God would never judge someone" or "My God would never let people suffer". My God would never send someone to hell!" Well, I've got news for you, you're probably right. Your god is one you have created in your own ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving The Revival Behind

Contributed by David Wilson on Nov 3, 2009

Philip is led by the Holy Spirit to leave hundreds of new believers behind to minister to just one man.

Grant Avenue Baptist Church 2215 Grant Avenue Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (310) 376-7890 Pastor David M. Wilson Pastor David’s email: abimilech@ca.rr.com November 1, 2009 Leaving the Revival Behind Text: Acts 8:26-40 Background: As the persecution of the church intensified ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Three Encouraging Things Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009

This is an expository sermon based on Phillipians 1.12-20.

Text: Phil 1.12-20 Introduction: Paul was in jail when he wrote this letter and yet he is full of joy. Just like Paul we all have bad times and times of discouragement. Read “You Know it’s a Bad Day when… You know it’s going to be a bad day when: * You turn on the morning news and they’re ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Into Oblivion

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 27, 2010

From Nebuchadnezzar's Dream to todays world events

2 Timothy 3:1KJV This know also, that in the last days perilous (difficult, terrible, dangerous) times shall come. Oblivion – The state of being completely forgotten or unknown – The act or an instance of forgetting; total forgetfulness – Made up of two Latin words ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:31-35

Denomination: Baptist