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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
God prefers that we woo people rather than whop them.
Title: The Power of Woo Text: Colossians 4:5-6 The Big Idea: God prefers we woo people rather than whop them. Introduction: I’m reading a new book titled, unChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks About Christianity by David Kinnaman and Gabe Lyons based on research from the Barna ...read more
Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
We like to think about what life would be like if only our conditions changed. What we need to be thinking about is how to live well with the conditions already given.
Introduction What would you change about your condition if you could? You know that if you changed, then you would be able to get closer to God and to serve him better. Would it be your job? Getting out of school? Perhaps you would like to change your very body – be taller or shorter, ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-24
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Just what is the spiritual battle that we wage?
Introduction The new commander had cause to be nervous. His predecessor was now dead. That commander had led the nation through a hostile wilderness; he now must lead them into the very stronghold of the enemy. He must wage battle against rulers and authorities, against the powerful forces that ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13
We may live in the golden age of technology, but we still don't seem to be able to communicate.
“Building Quality Relationships: With Christians – Master Communication” Eph. 5:15-20 A woman went to court and told the judge she wanted a divorce. “Do you have any grounds?” the judge asked. “Just two acres,” she replied. “That’s not it, ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20
The castaway theme, from Robinson Crusoe up to Tom Hanks in Cast Away, is an of enduring theme in our culture. Acts 28:1-10 is a real-life castaway story, except instead of pirates and treasure maps, it involves superstitious natives and venomous snakes.
Castaway Acts Series Chuck Sligh July 8, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 28. INTRODUCTION Illus. – Stories of island castaways are a recurring theme for novels and movies. The idea ...read more
Scripture: Acts 28:1-10
Denomination: Baptist
This sermon addresses God's commands for wives to submit to their husbands, and for husbands to be considerate and respectful of their wives.
Introduction: A. Marriage bears the brunt of a lot of humor, and in many respects for good reason. B. Here’s a few interesting quotes about marriage: 1. Mae West said: “Marriage is a great institution, but I'm not ready for an institution yet.” 2. Rita Rudner said: “I ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Very few things in life are unstoppable. The only truly unstoppable force in this world comes from God. The Spirit of God makes His Church, His people, and His purpose unstoppable.
Lots of people get stopped by lots of things. I remember being stopped in my tracks one day at church – Snake. People are stopped in their tracks by all kinds of things. Sadly, I have known people who were stopped in their tracks relationally. Maybe they got burned in a relationship, or even in ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:38, Acts 4:8, Acts 4:12-13, Acts 4:18-21, Acts 5:19-21, Acts 6:7, John 14:6 (view more) (view less)
Denomination: Nazarene
Jesus calls us to witness for him wherever we are, wherever we go and with whoever we know.
WHERE DO WE GO? A few weeks ago Joshua and I went on a trip to Lebanon and Egypt. It was an amazing time. We saw a glimpse of what God is doing right now in that region of the world. I spent 10 years living in Kuwait, and ministry in the Muslim world is difficult. I knew missionaries that had ...read more
Scripture: John 4:4-10
Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance
We like to pretend we are far too nice to have enemies. But the bible is realistic. It doesn't try to pretend we don't have enemies. Instead it tells us how God wants us to treat them...
Who is your enemy? Who is your enemy? You are probably going to reply to me “I don’t have any enemies….” Afterall it hardly seems very nice to have enemies? “Live peaceably with all” said our reading (at least if I cut out the words that came before) Surely if I am a Christian I am not allowed to ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:9-21, Matthew 5:43-45
Denomination: Anglican
Mission minded disciples of Jesus are committed to being salt and light by showering people with God's love through acts of compassion and kindness. We become more compassionate as we remember the compassion we have received from God.
A. One night at 3 o’clock in the morning, a husband and wife were awakened by a loud pounding on their door. 1. The husband got out of bed, opened the door, and found a drunken stranger standing in the pouring rain. 2. The inebriated man asked, “Can you give me a push?” 3. “Not a chance,” said ...read more
Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14, John 13:34-35
Sometimes the greatest gifts God gives us come through the interruptions we never planned. At a well in Samaria—and in the middle of our own lives—Jesus shows up to turn emptiness into overflowing life.”
From Empty to Overflowing (Expected the Unexpected — Week 3) John 4:5–30 (NLT) Theme: “Sometimes the greatest gifts God gives us come through the interruptions we never planned. At a well in Samaria—and in the middle of our own lives—Jesus shows up to turn emptiness into overflowing life.” ...read more
Scripture: John 4:5-30
Denomination: Assembly Of God
The outworking of changed relationships.
A). WHOLE LIFE WORSHIP. Romans 12:1-2. “I beseech you therefore, brethren” (Romans 12:1) begins the application of Paul’s letter to the Romans. These words introduce the practical building blocks laid upon the theological foundation of the previous 11 chapters: hence the “therefore”. This is an ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:1-21
True revival is living daily in the Spirit’s righteousness, peace, and joy, letting God’s love transform ordinary moments and relationships into Kingdom life.
Some of us walked in today with a smile that’s doing a lot of work. Bills stack up, headlines shout, and our own hearts whisper old worries with new volume. And yet, into that ache comes a whisper stronger than worry: the King is here, and where the King is, joy begins to sing. Not a thin grin, not ...read more
Scripture: Romans 14:17, Luke 10:21
Topics: Joy, Revival
Because Christ is enthroned above all, believers can live with confidence, purpose, and authority, trusting their secure position and God’s ongoing work in their lives.
Friends, can we take a breath together and remember who our God is? He is the Lifter of our heads, the Steady Hand in our storms, the Shepherd who knows every scar and every sigh. Some of us walked in with tired feet and tender hearts, and the week has felt louder than our faith. But the Lord is ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 1:24-25
Topics: New Life, Exaltation
Following Jesus means daily self-denial and cross-bearing, trusting His worth and grace, and surrendering our lives to His call in every circumstance.
Friends, welcome. Some of us arrived with hurried hearts and heavy hands. Some of us smiled at the door and sighed in the seat. Wherever you are, come close. Hear the whisper of Jesus that cuts through the noise and the nagging: I see you. I love you. Walk with Me. He doesn’t wave us onward like a ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 10:38, Matthew 16:24
Topics: Cross Value, Discipleship, Sacrifice
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