Sermons on Your Calling:

The Peril Of Pride

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: When we forget those who have helped us pride destroys us.

Thesis: When we forget those who have helped us pride destroys us. Intro.: 1. We want to talk about SOMETHING this AM that: a. Deceives heart (Jer. 49:16). e. Brings men to destruction b. Hardens mind (Dan. 5:20). (Prov. 16:18). c. Brings contention (Prov. 13:10). f. Abomination to God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:1-23

Christmas Morning In Bethlehem

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. One of our most treasured memories from my childhood is the memories of Christmas morning.

1. One of our most treasured memories from my childhood is the memories of Christmas morning. Waking up early to see what was stuffed in the stockingwhich hung by my bedroom door. Usually there was candy and chocolate and some special little toys. And then to go downstairs to see what presents had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seeking God's Face Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE

BIG IDEA: THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE INTRODUCTION: THE SECRET OF THE SEEKER -- How can he be so confident when the enemies are so terrible and the goodness of the Lord is nowhere to be seen? I. (:1-3) THE LORD IS THE ANSWER TO ALL MY FEARS (NO PANIC) A. (:1) The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dealing With Doubt

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Today we consider the cause of our doubts regarding God and how we respond to these doubts.

Introductory Considerations 1. Have you ever questioned if God is really there? Or have you wondered if God is really the God we worship - the God who reveals Himself in this book, the Bible? If He really is all that powerful and good? 2. Sometimes we look around us and see what is happening in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Can I Blame?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

We live in a world in which we shirk responsibilities for our actions. What are the dangers we face when we assign blame?

Introduction 1. See illustrations below. 2. Reflects tendency in marriages, families, church to cast blame for problems on others. Teaching 1. The people of Israel had been wandering in desert for 1 1/2 years since they were delivered from Egypt. They are standing at the border of the land of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How The Holy Spirit Helps Leaders Love

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit uses His intelligence, emotions and will to help leaders love according to the guidelines given in I Corinthians 13:4-7.

1. The Holy Spirit uses His intelligence, emotions and will to help leaders love according to the guidelines given in I Corinthians 13:4-7. Paul wrote, "Love is patient, kind, does not envy; it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Cares

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 25, 2000

This sermon encourages the depressed beliver.

“Who Cares” 1 Cor. 15:1-4 In these last days of complacency (people being satisfied with themselves) people think they don’t need anything or anybody. There is a notion that people aren’t ever going to have to stand before The Lord Jesus Christ and give an account. Therefore, their only hope, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Thy God?

Contributed by Bud Martenn on Nov 2, 2000

We should be encouraged because of the omnipresence of my great and wonderful God

Pastor Bud Martenn Bethel Memorial Baptist Church PO 673 LaFayette, GA 30728 WHERE IS THY GOD? Psalm 42:10 BEGINNING 1. Do you ever feel alone, abandoned, and forsaken like David did in this psalm? 2. Has the enemy ever struck up a conversation with you when you’re down in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Strike At His Identity Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2003

1st in a three part series on the three occassions Jesus spoke about His death on the way to Jerusalem

THREE STRIKES AND HE’S OUT! A STRIKE AT HIS IDENTITY EASTER SERIES – 2003 Luke 9:18-27,Matt 16:21-23 INTRODUCTION: Baseball games are wonderful pass-time events. The excitement is sudden, the hot dogs tastes better (even at prices that stop your heart), and there is probably no other sport which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27, Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready? Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 10, 2003

The sermon asks the question: What would you do if you knew exactly when judgment was coming.

Genesis 6:1-8 January 19, 2003 We were not living in Harrow at the time of the great flood. However, when we came to Harrow on March of 1996 we could still see the effects of that flood. In several of the houses that we looked at, when we went down into the basement we could see a line on the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

That Settles It Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jul 9, 2003

Part 12 in a Sermon Series on the 119th Psalm

That Settles It! Part 12 Sermon Series: A Word about the Word Date: June 1, 2003 P.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Psalm 119: 89-96 Introduction Growing up I often heard this saying, “as sure as shooting”, or “you can count on that”. How about “as sure as day turns into night.” What is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

Denomination: Baptist

Buy The Truth And Sell It Not

Contributed by David Parks on Jul 24, 2003

The Truth is so imporant we should be willing to pay any price to obtain it and refuse to sell it for any price.

BUY THE TRUTH TEXT: Proverbs: 23:17-23. INTRODUCTION: There are several great principles in our text. However, this morning, we wish to emphasize only two of them. The two principles are, “ BUY THE TRUTH AND SELL IT NOT” (Proverbs 23:3). This is such an important principle that you will hear the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:17-23, John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mayor And The Tramp

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 25, 2003

The house is almost full because there are three ways to fill up a Baptist Church.

THE MAYOR AND THE TRAMP James 2:1 -- 13 It’s homecoming Sunday morning. The service is about to begin. The house is almost full because there are three ways to fill up a Baptist Church. A fight, a feast and a funeral. Today is feast day. At the door, two men arrive for the service. One of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

An Announcement From The Women.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Aug 7, 2003

Jesus has now been crucified and the 11 disciples are together. Wonder what they are thinking?

An announcement from the women. Matthew 28:7 08/06/03 Jesus has now been crucified and the 11 disciples are together. Wonder what they are thinking? We really cannot know for sure but from a previous study of the life of Peter we can have a pretty good guess about what he is thinking. No doubt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:7, Luke 24:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Why Me, Why Now?

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

Trying to get a grip on the hardships of life.

Title: Why Me Why Now? Text: Philippians 4:10-13 Do you know someone whose life is falling apart? ‒ The business man who’s business is great until the market goes south. ‒ The college kid who has a career in baseball ended with a torn ligament. Introduction: Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ