Sermons on You Are Not Forgotten:

We Are Precious Stones In The Eyes Of God

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 31, 2011

Peter says, that Jesus is a living stone rejected by men But, chosen by God and precious. He also says that we are living stones…so we are precious to God also

We Are Precious Stones In The Eyes Of God. 1 Peter 2: 3 If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious. 4 To whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed indeed of men, but chosen of God, and precious, 5 Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Inspiration Of Jesus: Always Inspiring! Series

Contributed by Thomas Gaskill on Aug 27, 2011

Jesus gives us an example to follow. He was always inspiring.

Jesus - Always Inspiring! Thomas A. Gaskill August 21, 2011 Selections from 1 Corinthians 10:23,24,31,11:1 NKJV (23) All things are lawful for me, but not all things are helpful; all things are lawful for me, but not all things edify. (Thayer: to promote growth in Christian wisdom, affection, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

This Changes Everything

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 5, 2012

A Sunrise service

This Changes EVERYTHING!!!! Matthew 28:1-9 I can only imagine how hollow and numb Joseph must have felt. By his side walked the equally numb and subdued Nicodemus. They walked without saying a word. In his hand, Joseph carried a letter; Nicodemus carried a bag, large and heavy. They walked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Physical Versus Spiritual Worlds? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 31, 2017

Was John's baptism from heaven or from human origin?

Before reading our passage this morning, let us remind ourselves of what we noted last week. We are to grow our faith in God and faith comes by hearing (reading and learning) the Word of God. Let us also note 2 Timothy 3:16-17 – “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Exorcising Our Demons

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 8, 2014

Even the most righteous people and institutions can be possessed by wrong attitudes. Let’s examine how only the authority of Jesus can heal what’s wrong with us.

Intro Even the most righteous people and institutions can be possessed by wrong attitudes. Let’s examine how only the authority of Jesus can heal what’s wrong with us. Goal Perhaps we can learn how evil comes in many disguises, even religious ones. Sermon Plan Are we healers or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Insults

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 21, 2017

How do we handle insults and family opposition to us being a Christian?

Intro Are we men and women of God or mice? Do we stand for what is right or do we let the world push us around and tell us to be quiet about our faith? Goal Let’s learn to be courageous disciples. Plan Let’s examine Matthew 10:24-39 and how to stand up against opposition to our faith like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Came To Receive Worship Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 20, 2018

The wise men show us how to worship Jesus today.

Scripture The lessons in the Service of Lessons and Carols focus on the birth of Jesus. From the Old Testament prophecies to the New Testament accounts of his birth, the lessons tell us about the incarnation of Jesus. One of those Lessons, the Eighth Lesson, is about the visit of the wise men who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Understanding Potential

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 12, 2014

There are no sadder words of pen or tongue than the words what might have been... Study ABSALOM an understand lost potential.

UNDERSTANDING OUR POTENTIAL By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com NO SADDER WORDS OF PEN OR TONGUE THAN THE WORDS: WHAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN... Sooner or later we are going to have to rely on the PROMISES AND WORD OF GOD... I. WE HAVE THE TENDANCY TO BASE POTENTIAL ON EXTERNAL FEATURES... LOOK ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

This Same Jesus Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Nov 10, 2014

Ascension of Jesus. This SAME Jesus will return!

TITLE: This Same Jesus TEXT: Acts 1:6-12 INTRO: During WWII the Japanese overran the Philippines, and on March 11, 1942 General Douglas MacArthur climbed aboard a gun ship, and ran a Japanese blockade. When he arrived in Australia, MacArthur told reporters, "I came through and I shall return." On ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

For Such A Time As This

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Jul 10, 2020

Tucked away in the pages of the Old Testament is this little book of Esther. It has only ten short chapters. Some have criticized the book because nowhere does it mention God by name. However, as Chuck Swindoll says, "God can be seen at work in the lives of its characters on every page."

For Such a Time as This (Esther 4: 9-17) Introduction Tucked away in the pages of the Old Testament is this little book of Esther. It has only ten short chapters. Some have criticized the book because nowhere does it mention God by name. However, as Chuck Swindoll says, "God can be seen at ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:9-17

Salt

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 24, 2021

Salt was scarce in the Near East in Jesus' day. It symbolized the bonds of friendship, peace and love between people. It is another example of the great commandment that Jesus gave us to love one another.

Salt Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 9:49-50 Mark 9:49 "For everyone will be salted with fire. 50 "Salt is good; but if the salt becomes unsalty, with what will you 1make it salty again? Have salt in yourselves, and be at peace with one another." This short narrative about salt ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:49-50

Denomination: United Methodist

Difficult Words

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 10, 2021

The most difficult words that Jesus ever uttered are easy to understand but hard to do. Let’s see how they would solve some of humanity's biggest problems. Let’s examine the selfless life in Mark 8:27-38.

Prelude The most difficult words that Jesus ever uttered are easy to understand but hard to do. Purpose: Let’s see how they would solve some of humanity's biggest problems. Plan: Let’s examine the selfless life in Mark 8:27-38. The Anointed One Mark 8:29-30 “He said to them, ‘But who do you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Baptist

Words On Fire Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Sep 12, 2021

We all need to develop a more "mature tongue."

Words on Fire Walk in Wisdom / Proverbs 1:20–33; James 3:1–12   • A year ago last week, a wildfire swept across San Bernadino county. Nearly 23,000 acres were burned along with 20 buildings, 13 people were injured, and the blaze claimed the life of a firefighter. • Wildfires have become a way ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, 1 Peter 3:10, Proverbs 16:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

And Great Was The Fall

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 13, 2021

Based on Genesis 3:1-7 - Sermon parallels the Fall of man & the fall of the WTC towers on 9/11.

“AND GREAT WAS THE FALL” Gen. 3:1-7 FBCF – 9/12/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Hurricane Ida brought back memories of Katrina 16 yrs. ago. Many of us remember where we were as we weathered that monster storm – Monticello BC. Other memorable dates: - Space Shuttle Challenger exploded – Jan. 28, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Share The Truth In Love Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 20, 2021

All Christians are called to lead and teach for the Lord with the goal of agape love!

We continue our study of the Letters to Timothy. Please open your Bibles to 1st Timothy 1. We have noted that Paul was called to be an Apostle, an ambassador, for Jesus Christ. Timothy, discipled by Paul, was left in Ephesus to minister. Ephesus, 2000 years ago was a metropolis with a pagan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible