Sermons on You Shall Not Kill:

Are You Ready For Christmas?

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 17, 2019

God himself laid the foundation for Jesus' ministry through the work of John the Baptist. Our life will be a waste if we don't build on God's foundation.

Well, are you all ready for Christmas? Shopping done? Wrapping done? Tree up? Decorating done? Christmas cards done? Cooking done? Me, neither. Feel exhausted just thinking about it? All those jobs that are part of preparing for Christmas can make December a very hectic month. And there is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79

Whom Are You Seeking?

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 6, 2020

When the mob came to arrest Jesus, he asked them, "Whom are you seeking?" That is a question Jesus is still asking us today.

Whom are you seeking? Text. John 18:1-4 Intro: The 18th chapter of John begins a transition from the events of the Last Supper recorded in John chapters 13-17, to the events concerning Jesus’ arrest and trials before his Crucifixion. At this point Jesus’ men are confused and perplexed. Having just ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hopelessly Devoted To You Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 15, 2022

Paul encourages the Colossians to be devoted in prayer and make the most of their conversations with outsiders

Above All: Colossians 4:2-6 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-14-2022 Hopelessly Devoted to You On Tuesday, we lost another one of my childhood artist. Olivia Newton John lost her battle with breast cancer at the age of 71. She was a four time Grammy award winning singer ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Are You In Support Or Insubordinate

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 31, 2021

No pastor should abuse his authority, but neither should any member needlessly undermine the ministry by resisting his leadership when there is no sin or heresy involved.

Scripture Reading: Hebrews 13:7,17 DISCLAIMER: This sermon in no wise condones abuse of authority or indicate that pastors are infallible. However, a man known to be of good character correctly interpreting the Word should be given due consideration when he seeks to lead the congregation in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7, Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Baptist

You People Are Awesome! Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 11, 2021

Most everyone likes looking at pictures in family photo albums, because there are always a couple that make us smile every time we look at them. Paul has similar feelings as he begins this letter to the church at Philippi.

I. Intro A. Who likes to look at pictures in family photo albums? Are there some photos that make you smile every time you look at them? What about every time you think about them? B. We enjoy singing here so much—whenever people ask us what we do, we tell them—but among all the things we’re part ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

When Will You Be Heard

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 6, 2021

You would be heard and people will Stand to listen to you, when you have Earned their respect and trust through your Good deeds, hard work and character.

When will you be heard? Daniel 1:14 So he listened to them in this matter and tested them for ten days.” Being heard….. You would be heard and people will Stand to listen to you, when you have Earned their respect and trust through your Good deeds, hard work and character. So work on that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Are You Fishing? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021

Offended? Disagree? Go on the offensive and cancel the material or the person. It is culture cancel and it has gone wild. However, maybe we should participate!

Cancel Culture Pt. 3 - Why Are You Fishing? I. Introduction What was once called boycotting has been replaced by the term Cancel culture. It is a modern form of ostracism in which someone is thrust out of social or professional circles – whether it be online, on social media, or in person. Those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:33-34, Luke 22:54-62, John 21:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Willing To Be Nobody

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 17, 2021

Everyone wants to win 3000 in a day and have the largest church in their country, but God has more nobodies than superstars.

There is an old country song that said, “I’m chasin’ the neon rainbow, livin’ the honky tonk dream.” Very few artists find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow making their dream come true. Few make it to the ranks of a one hit wonder. Many will quit and get a “real job” or continue to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:35-40, Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Hugging A Heretic

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 30, 2021

We are called to mark them who cause divisions. How much more so those who teach doctrinal error?

Titus 3:10 A man that is an heretick after the first and second admonition reject; 11 Knowing that he that is such is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of himself. A heretic after the first or second admonition you reject or have nothing to do with, not keep supporting their ministries. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:17, 1 Timothy 1:20, 2 Timothy 4:14, Ephesians 4:11-17, Titus 3:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Of Great Value

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 9, 2022

Using the parables of the lost sheep and lost coin, we can understand the great value God has placed upon our lives and how passionately He works to save us from sin.

THERE HAS BEEN ONE PARTICULAR STATEMENT THAT HAS BEEN THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND MY MINISTRY, IT WOULD BE THIS, WICH SAYS: “JUST THINK, YOU’RE NOT HERE BY CHANCE, BUT BY GOD’S CHOOSING. HIS HAND FORMED YOU AND MADE YOU THE PERSON YOU ARE. HE COMPARES YOU TO NO ONE ELSE; YOU ARE ONE OF A KIND. YOU ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, 2 Peter 3:9, Luke 19:10

Denomination: Free Methodist

That You Might Believe.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 19, 2023

Jesus faces His destiny.

THAT YOU MIGHT BELIEVE. John 14:27-31. Jesus reiterated: “Let not your heart be troubled,” and He added, “neither let it be afraid” (John 14:27b). *Well, why should the disciples not let their heart be troubled: after all, Jesus kept saying He was going away? Jesus did not deny saying this, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are You Reading? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 20, 2023

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

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Grace Is That To You?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 16, 2022

Jesus preaches an extreme type of pacifism in order to let our lights shine.

2.13.22 Luke 6:27–36 27 “But I say to you who are listening: Love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you. 28 Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who mistreat you. 29 If someone strikes you on one cheek, offer the other too. If someone takes away your coat, do not withhold your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Now You Do It

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Feb 16, 2022

What will you do when Jesus calls you to take a step of faith that is outside of your comfort zone?

We all have memories that are indelibly impressed upon our minds. Do you remember where you were when you first heard the news of Pearl Harbor, or the assassination of President Kennedy? Can you remember the scene of a certain wedding or a funeral, or any number of things? For me, one of those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

You Have A Soul

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 22, 2022

New research findings in Science and Medicine now support the Bible's statement that we have a soul, not just a body. People must know this so they can make correct decisions about where they will spend eternity.

YOU HAVE A SOUL OPENING ILLUSTRATION Get 4 kids to front. Turn off lights. Shine flashlights thru hands. You can see the bones inside the skin. “WE HAVE SOMETHING INSIDE!” We know this also because of Xrays and ultrasounds. But today I want to talk about something else we have inside: a SOUL & ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Matthew 15:26, Mark 8:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God