Sermons on Wishful Thinking:

His Blood Cleanses Our Sins – Part B Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 14, 2015

A study of the book of Hebrews chapter 9 verses 16 through verse 28

Hebrews 9: 16 – 28 His Blood Cleanses Our Sins – Part B 16 For where there is a testament, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator. 17 For a testament is in force after men are dead, since it has no power at all while the testator lives. 18 Therefore not even the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:16-28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Living With Higher Priorities Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 4, 2014

Paul shared rules for godly living with the Corinthians that relate well for us today as well.

Introduction: 1. According to an Associated Press report from May 17, 2001 student led prayer was going to be allowed at the Washington Community High School graduation in 2001 until the ACLU & senior valedictorian, Natasha Appenheimer, filed a law suit against the district. They won an injunction ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Perfect Expression-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 13, 2013

1 of 2. The apostle John demonstrated that Jesus is the perfect expression of God to man. God perfectly expresses Himself to mankind thru Jesus. But why thru Jesus alone? God’s perfect expression for mankind is...

GOD’s PERFECT EXPRESSION-I—John 1:1-5 Attention: Decision to marry. Not a mere Event but is a reality of Total commitment. Those who simply ‘live together’ never experience the security of commitment inherent to actual marriage. That is because Marriage is the ultimate ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A True Friend Stays Closer Than A Brother Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 5, 2013

“A man who has friends must himself be friendly, But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” (Proverbs 18:24NKJV)

A True friend stays closer than a Brother “A man who has friends must himself be friendly, But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” (Proverbs 18:24NKJV) The Scriptures speak much to us about friendship. The subject of friendship is given a high priority in the Bible. We ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas - Part 3

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 9, 2020

Last time we learned that both Jews and Gentiles, before Christ, were in bondage the "elements of the world." The “elements of the world” referred to the principles of non-Christian humanity, that is, humanity outside of Christ.

(Gal 4:1 NKJV) Now I say that the heir, as long as he is a child, does not differ at all from a slave, though he is master of all, (Gal 4:2 NKJV) but is under guardians and stewards until the time appointed by the father. (Gal 4:3 NKJV) Even so we, when we were children, were in bondage under ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Christ, God In The Flesh

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 15, 2020

The doctrine of the Incarnation touches and affects virtually every single area of Christian theology.

Last time we sought to answer the question, “Why did God become man?” Why would the Son of God leave all that He had in heaven and come to earth? Why did He do it? We learned three reasons why God became man: He did it so that you and I could relate to God, who is invisible to us. Secondly, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-8

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 20, 2020

8 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-VIII —1John 3:19-20(3:10--4:21) Attention: Unintended Consequences: On Oct. 15, 2020, 51 year-old Salvatore “Sam” Anello—of Valparaiso, Indiana—plead guilty to the negligent homicide of his 18-month-old granddaughter Chloe Wiegand. On July 7, 2019, Mr. Anello’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowshipping With The Father And The Son - Part 12

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 3, 2020

Even with a strong knowledge of the Word and a close relationship with the Father, you and I are still susceptible to being tempted by and succumbing to the allures of the world and its lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and the boastful pride of life.

(1 John 2:12 NKJV) I write to you, little children, Because your sins are forgiven you for His name's sake. (1 John 2:13 NKJV) I write to you, fathers, Because you have known Him who is from the beginning. I write to you, young men, Because you have overcome the wicked one. I write to you, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Study Of The Letter Of First John –the Testimony Of God Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 17, 2020

When John writes of the “love of God” he is literally referring to one’s “love for God. “Love for God” is expressed when one keeps God’s commands.

1 John 5:1-12 A police officer pulled over a driver and informed him that he was speeding. Just then, his wife, who was seated next to him, said, “I told you; you have to drive slowly until you get a license!” The policeman, surprised, exclaimed, “Were you driving without a license?” His ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Walking Through The Valley Of The Virus

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 23, 2020

If you want the calm of this psalm, you must become one of the Shepherd's sheep.

Once, a Sunday School teacher asked her class, “How many of you can quote Psalm 23?” Several students raised their hands, including a little girl who was only four years old. She stood up and declared loudly, “The Lord is my shepherd. I got all I want.” She had the words mixed up but understood ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 8:1, Psalm 34:9, Psalm 4:8, Isaiah 43:5, Hebrews 13:5-6, John 10:28, 1 Peter 2:25, John 10:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Complete Salvation – The Secure Promise Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 30, 2020

What a person believes about God is the most important thing contained in their mind. It affects everything about them. Specifically, what they believe about God shapes them spiritually, emotionally, and physically.

Far too many people feel God is remote, impersonal, and unknowable. Because of that, many Born-Again Christians suffer from an inability to feel forgiven, and live with nagging doubts and fear about their relationship with God. Failure to love and trust God often comes from picturing Him as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39, Ephesians 1:13, Revelation 12:11, 1 Corinthians 10:13, John 11:26, Psalm 119:165, 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13, Philippians 2:12-13, Romans 8:28-31, Ephesians 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift Of Joy Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 13, 2019

1) Joyful Pardon (Isaiah 12:1-3), responding with a 2) Joyful Proclamation (Isaiah 12:4-5) and finally because of the 3) Joyful Presence of the Messiah Himself (Isaiah 12:6).

ISAIAH 12:1–6 You will say in that day: “I will give thanks to you, O LORD, for though you were angry with me, your anger turned away, that you might comfort me. 2 “Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and he has become my ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Other

The Gift Of Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 19, 2019

In Malachi 3:1-4 we see the Father's "Gift of Love" in the promise of His Son through a series of predictions (i.e., announcements regarding the future). In verses 1-4 we can see love from (1) The Coming Lord (Malachi 3:1-2) and from (2) The Purifying Lord (Malachi 3:3–4).

Malachi 3:1-4 [3:1]"Behold, I send my messenger, and he will prepare the way before me. And the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple; and the messenger of the covenant in whom you delight, behold, he is coming, says the LORD of hosts. [2] But who can endure the day of his ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-4

Denomination: Other

The Lord's Great Miracle Of Life Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 19, 2019

Trust in the Lord: 1. When life is a mystery (vs. 1-6; 32-36). 2. When we are in agony (vs. 17-21). 3. For His ability (vs. 21-25; 39-44). 4. For our eternity (vs. 26-27).

The Lord's Great Miracle of Life The Gospel of John John 11:1-44 (Reading vs. 1-15) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 16, 2018 (Revised November 19, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 11, and we will begin to study one of our favorite miracles. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Angel Announces Judgment Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 2, 2018

Israel's weeping was not a sign of true repentance. It was a passing emotional experience that brought no change to their hearts.

Chapter 8 Angel Announces Judgment [Judges 2:1–5] Scripture 1And an angel of the LORD came up from Gilgal to Bochim, and said, I made you to go up out of Egypt, and have brought you unto the land which I sware unto your fathers; and I said, I will never break my covenant with you. 2And ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist