Sermons on Women In Ministry:

The Way Of Endurance Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

8th in a sermons series on James dealing with the principles related to enduring trials.

“The Way of Endurance” Review Today, Christians all around the world suffer unspeakable suffering because of their faith in and commitment to Jesus. Many suffer death because of their refusal to renounce their faith in Jesus. Although persecution of our Christian faith grows by the day in America, ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Radical Work Ethic Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 12, 2018

33rd message in a series from Ephesians dealing with the admonition to stop stealing but work to give to others.

“A Radical Work Ethic: Grabbing or Giving” Ephesians 4:28 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 Paul will specify some things that characterize a loving ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

They Met With God

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 28, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 9: 1 – 24

Leviticus 9: 1 – 24 They met with God 9 It came to pass on the eighth day that Moses called Aaron and his sons and the elders of Israel. 2 And he said to Aaron, “Take for yourself a young bull as a sin offering and a ram as a burnt offering, without blemish, and offer them before the LORD. 3 And ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Stand Firm In The Faith Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018

Message 19 from Philippians expanding on Paul's admonition to stand firm. This message continues in our discussion of standing firm in the once for all faith. A review of the foundation doctrines of the faith.

“Foundational Faith” Paul addressed the important things to give our attention in a letter written to followers of Jesus living in the Greek city Philippi. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – A Passion to praise Christ 2. MAINTAIN THE RIGHT ATTITUDE – A Passion to please Christ 3. PURSUE THE RIGHT AIM – A ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Bible Civics 101 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 17, 2018

Message 41 in our exposition of Romans. This message explores what the Bible has to say about Christians and government.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Biblical Civics 101” Romans 13:1-7 Review Last week we explored ten heart and hand checks when responding to difficult people. There are always balancing truths presented in Scripture. There may be times when telling the truth about someone becomes ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, Daniel 4:24-25, 1 Peter 2:13-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Holy God Healthy Church Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 23, 2018

Message 15 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This is the second of three messages dealing with perversion in the church

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Holy God Healthy Church” 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Part Two Review Opening Address and Introduction 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof for a divided church 1-4 B. Reproof for a defiled church 5 Review In this chapter Paul tackles the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Psalm 10: A Prayer For The Overthrow Of The Wicked. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 26, 2018

The theme is a familiar one in all periods of church history, including today: the apparent impunity with which ruthless men go their self-seeking way, regardless of God or man, allowing neither morality nor humanity to set limits to their methods or.....

February 20, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 10 Title: A Prayer for the Overthrow of the Wicked. Psalm 10 (NIV) 1 Why, O LORD, do you stand far off ? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble? 2 In his arrogance the wicked man hunts down the weak, who are caught in the schemes he devises. 3 He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Impossible Love Part 5 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 29, 2018

Message 38 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This is the fifth of seven messages exploring the nature and practice of genuine love supplementing the understanding of love from 1 Cor 13 with the description of unhypocritical love found in Rom 12.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch Impossible Love Part 5 or “Unhypocritical Love” Romans 12 Just in case you thought you slid by the impossible list of love’s characteristics in 1 Corinthians 13, Paul provides some further characteristics of genuine love in his letter to the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

I'm Tired, Lord! Series

Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Jun 8, 2018

David was struggling physically, he was struggling spiritually, and he was struggling emotionally.

I’m Tired, Lord! Psalm 6:1-10 - We’re continuing our study through the book of Psalms. - This week, we’re going to look at a time when David was tired and struggling physically, spiritually, and emotionally. - This made me think of one of the things I struggle with personally, and that’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Speaks Of The Essence Of His Love

Contributed by John White on Aug 17, 2018

The essential nature of a child of God and a follower of Jesus Christ is love. This is the essence of the statement made by our Savior on that momentous night before His crucifixion.

Jesus Speaks Of The Essence Of His Love JOHN 13:34-35 " A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all [men] know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another." The essential nature of a child of God ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

Running Away From God Series

Contributed by Peter Toy on Aug 28, 2018

The beginning of the story of Jonah

The day turned out bright and clear. The captain turned an admiring eye to the trim of his ship following the single main mast up toward the azure sky. His eyes turned downward and he surveyed the dock and saw his crew scurrying to load on cargo, bales of grain from Egypt, spices from Arabia and ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

A New Beginning Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 28, 2018

Even after Peter's wonderful surprises when Jesus was raised from the dead, he was still struggling to get past his failure. In John 21, we see Jesus giving Peter the opportunity to be reinstated to his role of apostle and leader.

A. I want to begin this morning with a poem by Louisa Fletcher: “I wish that there were some wonderful place Called the Land of Beginning Again. Where all our mistakes and all our heartaches And all of our poor selfish grief Could be dropped like a shabby old coat at the door And ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-23, 2 Corinthians 5:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Follow The Example Of Christ's Humility Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 5, 2018

The act of incarnation in which God became man, the humble circumstances and sufferings of Christ in life, and the supreme act of dying on the cross established Jesus Christ as the greatest illustration of one completely unselfish and entirely devoted to others.

Date: 7/20/18 Lesson #12 Title: Follow the Example of Christ's Humility Scripture: (Philippians 2:5-11, NIV) 5In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6Who, being in very nature{1] God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Is In Control Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 24, 2018

In this sermon on Acts 12 and Peter's miraculous escape from prison, we wrestle with the truth that God is in control. This leads to a lot of assurance, but it also leads to trust.

Introduction: A. You have probably heard the glib saying, “Every cloud has a silver lining.” 1. Although it is true that suffering can lead to blessing, it is easier to say it than experience it. B. One day a young man who sold magazine subscriptions door to door, came home with $25 which he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25, 1 Peter 3:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 14: The Depravity Of Man Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 29, 2018

This psalm could be dedicated to the atheist. With the denial of God’s existence often comes the moral decay.

March 17, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 14 Title: The Depravity of Man. To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. Theme: The universal corruption of the human race. Psalm 14 (NKJV) 1 The fool has said in his heart, "There is no God." They are corrupt, They have done abominable works, There is none who ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-7

Denomination: Baptist