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  • Why Are We Here?

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 25, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 10,601 views

    God left His people here as physical and visible illustrations of the nature and person of God, which implies the seriousness of our fulfilling our purpose.

    Why Are We Here? Text: Eph.1: 9-10 Intro: The question we’re considering today is one that has puzzled mankind for many years. That question seems to gnaw at the soul of man, for somewhere in the core of his being he knows that life must ultimately have a purpose—that he must have a ...read more

  • "Why Are We Here?"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 19, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,575 views

    Gives five reasons God has us here.

    “What in the World Are We Here For?” January 22, 2007 “The author: Solomon of Jerusalem, King David’s son, "The Preacher." In my opinion, nothing is worthwhile; everything is futile. For what does a man get for all his hard work? Generations come and go, but it makes no difference. The sun rises ...read more

  • Can We Trust The Bible? Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 1, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,559 views

    God gives us his word that we might see to live.

    Scripture Introduction One of the fun parts of a vacation way in the north woods is that we were far from city lights. Gazing across Lake Huron offers a virtually uninterrupted perception of darkness. The black seems solid, so effectively does it hide all other objects. On Saturday night, ...read more

  • Why Are We Free?

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 4, 2021
     | 2,195 views

    Today we celebrate our nation's freedom. Our forefathers sought freedom from England and drafted the Declaration of Independence. What about us? Why did we need to be set free, what set us free and why have we been set free?

    WHY ARE WE FREE? Today we celebrate our nation's freedom. In 1776 the Declaration of Independence was drafted. The colonists wanted to be declared free from Great Britain. They were getting tired of the taxes levied upon them as well as a few other rules and regulations that were put in place ...read more

  • Read 'em And Weep

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Sep 23, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,509 views

    This week we will address the emotional area of the 7 areas of our lives that we give up (7UP) to God’s control to be a holistic community that follows Jesus.

    7UP: Read ‘Em and Weep John 11:33-35 September 21, 2008 This week we are going to address the emotional area of our lives that we need to give over to God. Of the seven areas that we are to give up to God (7UP to God), these is probably one of the most desperately needed areas for people. It is ...read more

  • The Believable Bible

    Contributed by Jason Evans on Jul 12, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,190 views

    A message on how why the bible is believable and proven.

    In the bible in 2 Peter 1:16 we hear “For we have not followed cunningly devised fabled when we made known unto you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of His majesty.” Never before has there been so many who question God. Not only do they question the word of God, ...read more

  • We Worship God, Not The Bible

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jan 30, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,820 views

    A Sermon for the 4th Sunday after Epiphany, Seris C.

    4th Sunday after Epiphany, January 31, 2010, “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, Luther described the Scriptures as the cradle that held your living Word for our lives. Through the ...read more

  • Why Are We Here?

    Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000
    based on 79 ratings
     | 6,334 views

    The church exists to evangelize.

    Why Are We Here? Matthew 16:18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Why are you here today? There could be as many answers to that question as there are people present. Some would say, "I'm ...read more

  • Why Are We Not In Heaven?

    Contributed by Ed Wood on May 3, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 2,943 views

    A message encouraging church members to share their faith

    WHY ARE WE NOT IN HEAVEN? Proverbs 11:30 INTRO: We are fit for heaven from the day of our salvation. We can’t improve upon our fitness, so why aren’t we already in heaven? Why doesn’t God take us on to heaven when we receive Jesus? I. SUPREME INTEREST OF GOD. God has a desire that everyone ...read more

  • Why We Pray

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jul 29, 2009
     | 2,460 views

    It is just the asking, but what it is we are asking for that is important. And who we are asking is important too.

    Passage: Matthew 7:7-12 Intro: So Jerry is standing in the 7-11, waiting to buy lottery tickets. And he is praying; hard! 1. he remembers a verse from his SS days about asking, seeking, knocking, and that God promised to give him whatever he asked for. He needs the $! 2. but that night, his ...read more

  • Why We Wait

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 16, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 847 views

    All that is required for me to have victory is faith in His Person, His Plans, His Purposes and His Power. Whether we know it or not, whether we live it or not, whether we accept it or not, God's people are a victorious people! And, we do not have to live defeated and discouraged lives!

    Isaiah 25:9 WHY WE WAIT June 16, 2024 President Eisenhower said, "There are no victories at discount prices!" Our military knows that truth on every field of battle. Victory always demands a very high price! The victory that you and I have in Jesus this morning is ours because God paid ...read more

  • Why Inerrancy Matters

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 12, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,960 views

    The concept of Biblical inerrancy is an extremely important doctrine because the truth does matter. This issue reflects on the character of God and is foundational to our understanding of everything else the Bible teaches. Here are some reasons why we sho

    Why Inerrancy Matters (2 Tim 2:15-3:17) The concept of Biblical inerrancy is an extremely important doctrine because the truth does matter. This issue reflects on the character of God and is foundational to our understanding of everything else the Bible teaches. Here are some reasons why we should ...read more

  • Growing In God's Word

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Oct 16, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,748 views

    The Bible is God's love story to us. Like the psalmist, we should hunger for God's word. As we choose to obey him and read his word, our desire to obey him over our temptations will grow.

    Psalm 119:97-104 Growing in God’s Word What book is the best-selling and most widely distributed book of all time? What was the first book that Johannes Gutenberg chose to mass produce with his movable type printing press in the year 1450? What book has had parts translated into more than ...read more

  • So That

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 13, 2014
     | 2,691 views

    The primary idea is the importance of the Bible and particularly how the Bible can ensure that we are well equipped to deal with anything that we face in our own lives and in the culture

    Good morning. Happy New Year! I suspect some of you might be working on some goals. Some of you may be thinking about getting serious about saving some money so you can buy that new car, that new house, that new set of golf clubs. Right? Some of you are maybe thinking about taking a class or ...read more

  • What Are You Reading? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,170 views

    If we listen to God and the Lost, we'll be able to discern how to share the gospel and help people respond in faith. Check out these thoughts from our Family Minister Scott Jewell.

    I’m going to do something different this morning as we get started. Normally, we read the scripture that is listed up on the screen as we get started, but today I want to read from Colossians 4:2,5-6 and then we’ll focus on the passage in Acts. As I read this, file it in the back of your mind ...read more

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