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Dr. Jerry N. Watts
Father's day message from Matth 5:8 - frrom the series "Appetites, Addictions, and Afflictions" -
From Matthew 5:7 - this is the 6th message in the "Appetites, Addictions, and Afflictionis" serios.
From the Appetiites, Addictions, and Afflictions series, this message comes from Matthew 5:6
From Matthew 5:4 - preached on Mother's Day and is a part of the Appetites, Addictions, and Afflictions series.
The 2nd message in "Appetites, Addictions, and Afflictions" Series. "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs." Embracing this truth leads to the "First Step Toward Freedom."
The First message in the Appetites, Addictions, and Afflictions sermon series for the summer. This will be largely taken from the Beatitudes but today we begin in Luke 4.
Taken from John's account of the Triumphal entry, this gives us a picture of the three things that happen "When Jesus Comes".
From the 1 Corinthians series "Culture Clash: Church in the Crossfire", this message is from 1 Cor 5 and is entitled, "House Cleaning."
The Pride in Corinth led Paul to speak to them in terms of not an "INSTRUCTOR" but Father. A Father speaks truth in love to His offsprints.
After the 2026 Revival Meeting, a call to be sure that our spiritual walk is more than being emotionally stirred.
The Third in the series of messages entitled, "A Fresh View of Sin and Salvation". Taken from Romans 6:23 - offers a reminder of what it means to be saved....
The second message in the "A Fresh View" series, preparing us for the upcoming revival meeting. This includes a testimony by Johnny Droner
The 2nd in the series of 3 messages in the Christmas series for 2025 entitled, "The Greatest Gift"
From 1 Corinthians 3, we learn that, if we are to win the war with the culture, we must first win the war within.
From 1 Cor 3 - this message gives some needed helps for Rebuilding and Restoring God's place to be the center of righteousness for the world
From the Culture Clash series, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 - We need to keep the gospel Spiritually Simple
From our Corinthians Series entitled, "Culture Clash: Church in the Culture," this message is taken from 1 Cor 1:4-9
The first message in this series on 1 Corinthians. The series is entitled "Culture Clash" and speaks to us being counter cultural.
From Luke 15:11-24 - and the story of "The Prodigal Son" - a message about a Great Homecoming.
From 1 Peter 2:21 - this incorporates the scripture, the book "In His Steps," and a reference to Payne Stewart for wearing the WWJD bracelet as a wittness for Christ.
From the "Calm in the Chaos" Series (1 John), this text gives us clues about how to regain power through prayer.
From I John 4:9-21 - from this passage we can see the Demonstration, Depth, Development, and the Display of His love for us, to us, in us, and from us. "God is Love" - Love - as defined by Him
We are told by Jesus and recorded by John to "Love one another" and that authentic Love is from God. We are to share, show, and more His love
John says, "Test the Spirits"....we must trust in the Lord but we must verify (test) what is taught to us by the veracity of God's Word.
From Genesis 1:26-28, this message give a thought about God having a 'man-talk' with men. He speaks to them in 3 ways; Creation, Calling, and Challenge.
From 1 John 3:18-24 - this passage gives us the thread off love that grows into a type of love that changes us and then them.
From 1 John 2:15-17 - we receive a word different from so many others. We are told to "LOVE" for God is Love, but John tells us when it is wrong to love.
From 1 John 2:1-14 - we can find INSTRUCTION for finding "Calm In the Chaos" within our culture
From 1 John - a message to help the Christ-Followers put on JOY as the strength of their life.
Preparing for Revival is asking a couple of questions: Are You Revival Ready? And Are You Ready to Face God? From 2 Chronicles 5-6-7, His word challenges us
From Isaiah 7:14, this is the 2nd in a 3-part Christmas series entitled, 'Christmas His Way"
From the Story of the "Good Samaritan", we discover 4 Questions that require answering.
From the story of the Pharisee and Publican, we discover how to approach God in Prayer.
The last message in our series investigating whether OR not The LOCAL CHURCH (even THIS LOCAL CHURCH) is the Hope of The World.
The 2nd message in a 5-part series concerning our Core Beliefs - The question is "Do We or Don't We"
The 2nd Message in a Three-Part that presents Jesus as the ONE AND ONLY. He calls us to follow Him - wherever, whenever, and whatever.
On this "Road Less Traveled", from Jesus we learn to to invest like Jesus did. This message answers the "What," "Where," and "Why" questions.
On the "Road Less Traveled" we must lead from Jesus how to lead and then lead like He does where He does.
To live for and be a "disciple" means walking the "Road Less Traveled" and learning to "SEE Like Jesus" sees.
The Fourth Message in the Series - calling us to walk the Road that so few travel and become His disciple
The Road Less Traveled is the road of Discipleship. Because it is a 'straight and narrow' way, it is easy to ease off course and need correction. The correction comes from the truth of God's word. This message unpack some of this truth.
The 2nd in the "The Road Less Traveled" Series...This calls us to "Intimacy" with Jesus - which is the Required Connection to become a disciple and disciple-maker
The first message in about 8 parts dealing with "Disciple-Discipleship-Disciplemaker". This is only the beginning
Today's culture is filled with 'wolves' as decribed and defined in scripture...Our job is to lead, guide, protect and provide for the Young that God's has gifted us.
Everyone has a "Worldview" - What is yours? And is it a 'Secular or Spiritual' Worldview?
What did evil come from? Why is it here? Consider some of these issues in light of the Creation story.
The second in the series about "Defending Your Faith." We must have confidence in God's Word (last week) and have a firm grip on 'absolute truth'...This message is all about the "TRUTH" (or the Consequences".
From the Palm Sunday, Triumphant Entry we can see some of the things which Jesus saw. May this message bless you.
From Rev 22:6-21, this message highlights the "FINAL CALL" of God through His word. May this message inspire you.
From Rev 19 - the question is this - "What about you?" in the midst of the heavenly assembly and the glorious revelation - will you be ready?
From Isaiah we see pictures in the text. "Watchman, What of the night?" is a call to every believer.
In preparation for Revival Services, this message raises the question of whether or not we are ready for God to move - because God rarely moves among a people who don't want it nor does He sends revival to those who don't desire it.
This is a valid question for God's people. He wants to send it to 'heal our land', but there are some conditions which must be met.
This is the annual State of the Church message to comfort, convict, and challenge God's people
The Message of Christmas from our Lord God is HOPE. Hope for all....it's practical, personal, and permanent
God loved us so much that He gave us 3 trees in scripture as a visual of His reaching to us and loving us.
Consider how God see Christmas time - Perhaps He knew we needed a "BELL" to ring and get our attention.
From Rev 18, we learn both prophetic and personal truths from God's final judgment of all those who oppose His righteousness, His rightness, and His rule.
From Revelation 17, we see the One World Church, Religious Babylon, ruling and being brought down - the personal message is powerful.
From Revelation 16, the Vials or Bowls of plagues are poured out - and like a time bomb - we can hear the ticking headed toward final judgment for the earth.
From Deut 32:1-14 - Learning from Moses and the Exiles about our response when our world turns on its head.
From Rev 12, underacheivers become overcomers through 'the blood of the Lamb and the word fo their testimony."
From Rev 11:15-19 - we learn that, in context of God's judgment, that the time has come for many thing. "The Time has passed because the Time Has Come."
From Rev 11 - we see God's plan continuing to unfold in the Temple and the Two Witnesses
From Rev 9 recording the 5th and 6th Trumpets, we see so much chaos and carnage as the judgment of God falls, that we recognize this is a time that we don't want to have to live (or die) in.
From Rev 8 - God's judgment rendered from the first four trumpets - will literally take your breath away.
From Rev 6, we see God giving the residents of the earth a break from Judgment and evidently an opportunity to repent and come to Him. It is His Greatness and Goodness that allows Him to offer sinful man "GRACE."
From Rev 6:9-17, we hear the question of those who are left to lead the decaying world after the Rapture and during the Seal Judgments.
From Rev 6:1-8, we discover the judgment beginning to fall on earth after the rapture. The four-horsemen deliver these first steps of God's wrath.
From the end of King David's Life (1 Kings 2), we discover a trek of how to use your influence in a godly manner - affecting generations to come.
From Judges 2, we see where the Hebrew Children seem to want to take a "Vacation from God" - every time we do this, bad things happen. Let's not take a vacation from Him.
From Deuteronomy 6, we hear the cry of Moses to the Exiles to make plans for the future. His call extends to us. This message unpacks that call to us and for us.
The story of how a Samaritan woman went from Skeptic to Sharer of the gospel (disciple) in one encounter with Jesus.
From Matthew 5, the call of Christ to be a disciple and HOW TO comes into full view. Thanks to my friend, Kevin Blackwell and Randy Norris, for their book "Cultivating Discipleship."
Christ's Call is to be a disciple who makes disciples. To commit to Him in this way, we must be assured of our Identity so that we may develop intimacy with Him. From Gen 1 and Eph 1
From Matt 14, we learn that Jesus is not surprised by our storms and stays with us or comes to us in the midst
From Rev 5 - we learn that we are, everyday, moving one step closer to an eternity of our own choosing.
From Revelation 4, this give a picture, a clip, or a preview of the 'nerve center' for end-times.
Life is full of transitions. From the cradle to the grave we change. John demonstrates this in Rev 4 1 as he transitions from what is to what will be...Let's hear and learn.
What do you do following a Spiritual High encounter with the Lord? Peter and John, in Acts 3, gives us some clues.
From the Church @ Philadelphia in Rev 3, we learn from a church that Jesus had NO CONDEMNATION for.
From Rev 3, the church @ Sardis was a "Comfortable Church" - we learn that 'being comfortable is a dangerous place to be."
Beginning the 2023 year, we look at the past, present, and future through the eyes of God
The real reason for Christmas is to "Show Us God" so that we might be drawn to God by the Holy Spirit for salvation
The Church at Ephesus was Careless with their first love or top priority. Jesus speaks to them.
The Revelation requires to 'hear with your ears and understand". This message highlights the reasons.
From Revelation 1-3, this message unpacks some basics for the church and the Christian life.
God sent the Hebrews into the wilderness for a reasons. What is the purpose of the wilderness? What happenedd to them? What's available to US when we go through those wilderness times.
To become a Disciple of Christ means being a Follower Of Christ, and His call is more than we imagine.
The USA is like Judah of Old (In Asa's Time) and has a great need - civically & spiritually.
The last in the "New World Coming" series from Acts 1 & 2. This gives the qualities of the First New Testament Church
From Acts 2 - we recognize that God did great work, invited all to come, and then gives us a CHOICE. What is your choice>
After Christ's ascension & 10 Days of Prayer, the NEW WORLD Officially was initiated with the Coming of the Holy Spirit. While the Spirit is present in each believer, there are times in which the Father graciously sends forth the "Manifest Presence" of His Spirit. Our prayer, "Lord, do it again and do it here." Are you ready for this? Acts 2:1-13
Living in the New World that Christ initiated at His ascension, is a world that changes our perspective, our worldview. Acts 2 lays this out clearly.
The NEw World Jesus gave us was one HE lived, died, rose, and ascended or. His New World is left in the hands of His Children to work & ready for His return.
The New World of Jesus is here and Jesus gives us words, truths, and principles about living in it
TO live in the New World is to make some changes....Acts. 1:4-8 shows us some of Jesus' changes for us.
The last in the series of "The Repentance Road to Revival" deals with - 'shallow worship' & 'no fear of God'.
The Series is entitled "The Revival Road to Repentance" dealing with the 10 Deadly Sins of the church. I am deeply appreciative to my friend, Bro Kevin Hamm for his inspiration, counsel, & encouragement.
The first in a 4-part series of messages entitled "The Repentance Road to Revival." May we repent & pave the way for God to send a Spiritual Revival that grows into a Spiritual Awakening.
The 2022 State of the Church Message for New Hope - that we should prepare for Rain because of God's Open Door of Opportunity
We live in a culture where false gods & idols abound. God's call to us is to have no other Gods before Him...
Gen 3, Eph 2 - Human nature is to be selfish, Christ's nature is to be selfless (Unselfish)
For a church to be a JESUS CHURCH, she must be filled with the MANIFEST PRESENCE of GOd.
From 2 Corinthians 5:17, this message offers the path to becoming known as an Authentic Christian.
The signs of selfishness are outlined as Apathy, Atrophy - the recovery is Awareness & Awakening....
The founders of this nation illustrate for us, Biblical Vision. We need to possess the Vision that our Heavenly Father Offers us.
Preached at NHBC - identifies 5 things which we see in hell that the church truly needs
Let us never forget the cost of our freedom, both civic and spiritual. It is always "Innocent Blood". And let us never forget our call from the Lord.
The second in a 7-part series helping the church connect the dots for Spiritual & Numerical growth & ministry.
The foundation for the church must be PRAYER. Jesus' Church must pray - both Corporately & Individually. This is the first in a seven-part Seres.
In the aftermath of the events at the Capitol, this message was one that stuck in my mind. Inspired by the preaching of Dr. Michael Catt.
Based on the first of our 5 Core Beliefs. This message lays the foundation for the future at NHBC
From the "Water into WIne" miracle - we learn what it means to run on empty and how to overcome it - in Jesus
This message answers the question of "What do I do when life & it's appeal" seems to slip away.
The need of the day is to live the Empowered Life. We learn many principles from the life of Moses.
This message was prepared & preached the Sunday after the Paris attacks. May we become wise enough to hear & heed the warnings of God's Holy word.
From John 4:46-54, we see Jesus helping a man (like He will help us) move from despair to the discovery of hope.
From the crowning verse in the Bible, God's love extends to us to redeem us, to forgive us, to change us, & to give us eternal life.
In 21st Century America, truth is often inconvenient and as a culture, comfort & convenience are a part of our mantra. The inconvenient nature of salvation causes many to choose 'religion of man' over a 'relationship with God.' From a text that I have never heard anyone preach on nor which, in 20 years of preaching, have I preached on.
The characteristics of Jesus are many. Yet, many have a skewed view of the Biblical Jesus. This message gives some 'handles' to who Jesus is, what He offers, and what He does.
From John the Baptist, we can learn what the world has a right to expect of Christ-followers.
We need an Awakening AND Revival in the USA. What are some of the obstacles? This Bible messages offers a few truths which we need to know and overcome.
Inspired by Pastor David Uth, this message (from the words of Paul to Timothy) call us to pour ourselves out for the work & advancement of the Kingdom.
It has been said that "God is not all you need until He's all you've got, but when He's all you've got, He'll be all you need." In the story of the Feeding of the 5000, we discover this truth first hand.
Bad news is a truism for mankind - we are a fallen people. Good News is also a truism because of our Lord Jesus.
Most of us spend our lives thinking about things which "we believe" are important (place, programs, personalities, and people) when God calls us to a higher level of thinking.
In his old age, Caleb lost NONE of his passion for God's promises..What an encouragement for us today.
That first Easter morning, the grave was empty, death was defeated, & Jesus was alive. The reverberation of this truth resounds today.
As Paul ended this letter, he was offering to the "Model Church" some things to never forget.
The second coming of our Lord Jesus should be the encouragement we need to face the day!
If your church was brought up on charges of being a "Church of the Lord Jesus Christ"...would a conviction be attained - based on evidence?
Christ came to earth to establish the church, empower the church, and expand the church. The Church, His Church, will always rise & fall by HIS STANDARD. The church of the Thessalonians is considered to be the model church...what can we learn from them.
For a church to be a 'Model', it must be a healthy place. This means keeping the systems working according to the owner's manual.
The Christmas story of Jesus' birth offers truth for us which has the power to change lives. From the experience of the shepherds, we learn much.
In 21st Century America, we have developed a historical revisionist mentality which says, "If you don't like something or want to believe something about your past, change it." Yet, neither history NOR the Christmas story can be changed. It is what it is. And what Christmas is - is about Jesus.
Like Simon Peter, Jesus asks us this probing question which may well sober us and invade our comfort zone.
This great question asked by PIlate as he stood in front of the crowd is the key question which we must ask today.
The question which Elijah asked the people of Israel is a question which God asks us today.
The USA in 2014 faces a National Emergency - this has ramifications which are beyond the nuclear....this is Spiritual and Eternal!
The reality of difficulties for the believers are undeniable...Scripture offers us the truth about what to expect and how to handle it.
The "Normal" Christian life is, quite likely, a great deal different than is lived today. From Colossians, we can discover what the authentic Christian life is about.
The culture in the USA is flawed, fallen, falling, and failing - the answer is not found in the things we think it is...The answer is found only in Jesus.
Too many today are looking for things that last - but they are looking in the wrong place. Our text tells us where to look.
Adapted from my hero, Dr. John Bisagno, this message is highly evangelistic in nature - speaking to the heart of the Gospel.
Paul writes to Colossae to right the ship of their theology. He begins his letter by reminding them of the gospel which saved them, called them, and compelled them.
God wants the wandering, wayward wanderer to come home. That was his desire for Gomer and Israel, and certainly for us.
From a question Francis Chan asked, "If you had no background of modern day church and only had the Bible to use, what would church look like?" This message offers a setup, this question, and some of the Biblical ingredients for a Biblical Church
Just like the Jewish people took a vacation from God, so has the USA and the USA could only take a vacation "IF" God's people in the USA has taken a vacation. From Judges 2 - this is a revealing and convicting message.
Barabbas was in prison to be executed, when out of the blue, he was given a reprive because Jesus died in his place. That is the story of me!
taking a look at and a visit to the tomb on Resurrection Day changes our uplook & outlook....this message contains a portion of that famous message "It's Friday, but Sunday's Coming."
From the woman who anointed Jesus, we discover some essential truths to authentic worship
This Wednesday night devotion grew out of a heart hurting for the church in the American culture -
Taken from Mark's gospel this message highlights the encounter Jesus had in the Temple with the scribe who actually 'agreed' with Him.
On the road two Emmaus, Jesus walked with two who has a heartache & were heartbroken - when He revealed Himself, their words were, "Didn't our hearts BURN"...our prayer today is for this heartburn.
This message asks several questions. One, what does it take for Jesus to weep? Next, what does it take for us to weep? And also, where has weeping at the altar gone?
Of all the things mankind needs, Grace leads the list. Christmas time is God granting us "Grace Upon Grace"
Of all the things mankind needs, Grace leads the list. Christmas time is God granting us "Grace Upon Grace"
Coming off the Mount of Transfiguration Jesus demonstrates 'why' we need to leave the mount & how to take care of evil
Coming off the Mount of Transfiguration Jesus demonstrates 'why' we need to leave the mount & how to take care of evil
The Faith of the Woman With an Issue of Blood 'released' the power of Jesus. Not faith in faith, but faith in Jesus
The Faith of the Woman With an Issue of Blood 'released' the power of Jesus. Not faith in faith, but faith in Jesus
The focus of the savior is absolute, but where does the crowd focus, and where is the church focusing?
The focus of the savior is absolute, but where does the crowd focus, and where is the church focusing?
Following Jesus is not easy nor is it impossible, it is required. It will lead you into a storm - but the "Master of the sea" will be there with you.
Following Jesus is not easy nor is it impossible, it is required. It will lead you into a storm - but the "Master of the sea" will be there with you.
Jesus describes 4 hearts via the Parable of the sower, seed, & soil. Which heart is yours?
Jesus describes 4 hearts via the Parable of the sower, seed, & soil. Which heart is yours?
How do we navigate the things of this world to arrive at the destination of a Spiritual Awakening. (Adapted & Inspired by an Adrian Rogers message)
How do we navigate the things of this world to arrive at the destination of a Spiritual Awakening. (Adapted & Inspired by an Adrian Rogers message)
That beginnings of an awakening or the concept of a Spiritual Awakening is birth in God's word.
That beginnings of an awakening or the concept of a Spiritual Awakening is birth in God's word.
The meaning of Christmas can be found in the words of the Angel speaking to the shepherd.
All of the modern day statistics seem to say that the Need for & the Interest in the church is falling - yet, God's church is needed NOW more than ever!
All of the modern day statistics seem to say that the Need for & the Interest in the church is falling - yet, God's church is needed NOW more than ever!
When the devil shows up at church, unusual things happen. Normally, it takes God showing up - for the devil to 'show out.'
When the devil shows up at church, unusual things happen. Normally, it takes God showing up - for the devil to 'show out.'
This country has morals, values, and principles upside down and it destroying us from the inside.
This country has morals, values, and principles upside down and it destroying us from the inside.
A vast difference exists between commitment and involvement. Jesus never issued a call for "Involvement Only" - yet today, involvement has the home field advantage.
A vast difference exists between commitment and involvement. Jesus never issued a call for "Involvement Only" - yet today, involvement has the home field advantage.
The four men brought the paralytic man to Jesus - what will cause us to bring people to Jesus? This message helps us understand.
The four men brought the paralytic man to Jesus - what will cause us to bring people to Jesus? This message helps us understand.
While not 'publicly discussed' very much, the cancer of sin still infects to the point of destroying mankind. This message reminds us that we need treatment.
While not 'publicly discussed' very much, the cancer of sin still infects to the point of destroying mankind. This message reminds us that we need treatment.
While 'money' is not the root of all evil, wealth has a way of corrupting. It is will serve us well to pay attention to what God's word says to the rich.
While 'money' is not the root of all evil, wealth has a way of corrupting. It is will serve us well to pay attention to what God's word says to the rich.
A message which takes a look at history and then call us to 'step up' for Christ and the Kingdom.
A message which takes a look at history and then call us to 'step up' for Christ and the Kingdom.
This sermon unpacks the Christmas Message that "God sent His Son Jesus to redeem, to reclaim, and to restore."
This sermon unpacks the Christmas Message that "God sent His Son Jesus to redeem, to reclaim, and to restore."
The man of Christmas does not have a white beard and wear a red suit, He is Jesus - Immanuel - Messiah.
The work of Christmas is nothing short of miraculous for all of humankind. It is something that only God can do.
The work of Christmas is nothing short of miraculous for all of humankind. It is something that only God can do.
James asks the big question, "What is the SOURCE of wars & fightings" and then gives a clear answer for us to know.
James asks the big question, "What is the SOURCE of wars & fightings" and then gives a clear answer for us to know.
The church at Laodicea could be seen as the prototype of the majority of local congregations in the US in the 21st century who are 'rich in the world' but poor 'in the kingdom.' This type of church don't measure up, can't stand up, and seemingly won't straighten up.
The church at Laodicea could be seen as the prototype of the majority of local congregations in the US in the 21st century who are 'rich in the world' but poor 'in the kingdom.' This type of church don't measure up, can't stand up, and seemingly won't straighten up.
The Church at Philadelphia is a church which "I" would like to be a member of. Jesus offers observation, commendation, affirmation, but no condemnation!
The Church at Philadelphia is a church which "I" would like to be a member of. Jesus offers observation, commendation, affirmation, but no condemnation!
The Church at Sardis had become arrogant about their status -thus, had become apathetic and complacent. This is a warning for the church today.
The Church at Sardis had become arrogant about their status -thus, had become apathetic and complacent. This is a warning for the church today.
The Church at Thyatira thinks they are doing well, but are literally 'busted' by the Lord - to call them back to repentance.
The Church at Thyatira thinks they are doing well, but are literally 'busted' by the Lord - to call them back to repentance.
The church which compromises 'bargains' with the world about their doctrine. Pergamos seems to have 'married' the world.
The church which compromises 'bargains' with the world about their doctrine. Pergamos seems to have 'married' the world.
The Church at Smyrna was a church under pressure, in poverty, and living with perversion - yet, she received no condemnation of the Lord
The Church at Smyrna was a church under pressure, in poverty, and living with perversion - yet, she received no condemnation of the Lord
The Church at Ephesus had much going for her & only one thing against her. But this one thing was THE THING...we cannot do enough good to overcome our lack of love for Jesus.
The Church at Ephesus had much going for her & only one thing against her. But this one thing was THE THING...we cannot do enough good to overcome our lack of love for Jesus.
Verses 19 and 20 of Chapter 1 give us a clear outline for us to understand the entire book.
Verses 19 and 20 of Chapter 1 give us a clear outline for us to understand the entire book.
James tells us that the "TONGUE" is the most revealing & powerful member of the church.
James tells us that the "TONGUE" is the most revealing & powerful member of the church.
The message given from our "God" is given to all people, both saved & unsaved. Hear with your heart the message which God gives.
The message given from our "God" is given to all people, both saved & unsaved. Hear with your heart the message which God gives.
Too many neglect the "REVELATION" from teaching & preaching - basically, 'shutting our eyes' to eschatology. This message begins a series to help us see the future in perspective.
Too many neglect the "REVELATION" from teaching & preaching - basically, 'shutting our eyes' to eschatology. This message begins a series to help us see the future in perspective.
If the church in America is to make a difference in this culture, there must be a return to some fundamentals found in the church in Jerusalem. This message offers 4 needs.
If the church in America is to make a difference in this culture, there must be a return to some fundamentals found in the church in Jerusalem. This message offers 4 needs.
On this Memorial Day, let us never forget what our Civil Freedom cost - and let us never forget what our spiritual freedom cost & what it means.
On this Memorial Day, let us never forget what our Civil Freedom cost - and let us never forget what our spiritual freedom cost & what it means.
This is one of the difficult teachings (for American believers), but it is one which needs to be heard
Back in the James series, this message points out one of the horrendous sins of the day.
Back in the James series, this message points out one of the horrendous sins of the day.
This is one of the difficult teachings (for American believers), but it is one which needs to be heard
With the backdrop of Dr. David Platt's book, "Radical", the real question is this: "What Will I Do With Jesus?"
With the backdrop of Dr. David Platt's book, "Radical", the real question is this: "What Will I Do With Jesus?"
After the "Tornado" destruction, this message sought to give perspective on the storms we face.
After the "Tornado" destruction, this message sought to give perspective on the storms we face.
The message of the Angel at the tomb offers hope and encouragement to believers of all the ages
The message of the Angel at the tomb offers hope and encouragement to believers of all the ages
When God is in the house, things are different. Inspired from a message by Dr. Kevin Hamm, FBC Gardendale.
When God is in the house, things are different. Inspired from a message by Dr. Kevin Hamm, FBC Gardendale.
Adapted and massaged from a fellow preacher, this message is a called for people who are needed inside the local church
When we get to a 'far country' or 'foreign land' (in our spirit)..how do we recover? This message gives a Biblical help for this situation.
When we get to a 'far country' or 'foreign land' (in our spirit)..how do we recover? This message gives a Biblical help for this situation.
The second in this series. The words we tend to dislike actually can be a help to our spiritual growth.
The second in this series. The words we tend to dislike actually can be a help to our spiritual growth.
Most of us think of Catastropes only in loss of life and property, but there is a greater tragedy at Christmas.
Most of us think of Catastropes only in loss of life and property, but there is a greater tragedy at Christmas.
All the players in the Christmas story were celebrating. Let us take our cue from them.
All the players in the Christmas story were celebrating. Let us take our cue from them.
The call to the wise men is the call which God gives to us today, "Come & Find the Baby."
The call to the wise men is the call which God gives to us today, "Come & Find the Baby."
What kind of church does God want? How do your church compare to the church God's wants?
What kind of church does God want? How do your church compare to the church God's wants?
This examines and causes a person to examine a Biblical look at church membership and 'what kind of member we are.'
This examines and causes a person to examine a Biblical look at church membership and 'what kind of member we are.'
The first in a series of messages entitled, "Meeting the Challenge". We need 'gamechangers' in the 21st century American Culture
The first in a series of messages entitled, "Meeting the Challenge". We need 'gamechangers' in the 21st century American Culture
We shouldn't give rich people more attention than poor people. The ground is level at the foot of the cross.
We shouldn't give rich people more attention than poor people. The ground is level at the foot of the cross.
"This message seeks to call us to the understanding of and the reponsibility for making & keeping this nation GREAT!"
"This message seeks to call us to the understanding of and the reponsibility for making & keeping this nation GREAT!"
"A Father's day message inspired by David Murrow's book, Map to Manhood. This calls our men to authentic, Biblical manhood."
"A Father's day message inspired by David Murrow's book, Map to Manhood. This calls our men to authentic, Biblical manhood."
"Taking this popular mantra and applying it to James 1:12, the message brings to light how thin and shallow this approach to life really is."
"Taking this popular mantra and applying it to James 1:12, the message brings to light how thin and shallow this approach to life really is."
"This series is based on Charles Stanley’s book Landmines. The two messages on SC are two landmines which Dr. Stanley did not include. I highly recommend readding his book."
"This series is based on Charles Stanley’s book Landmines. The two messages on SC are two landmines which Dr. Stanley did not include. I highly recommend readding his book."
"The inspiration for this message came from a fellow sermon central contributor...Some things ARE Empty at Easter."
"During the Triumphant entry, people were stirred up to the point of being shaken, but were they changed? How does this speak to us?!?!"
"From the story of Hezekiah, we can discover a 'few' of the many evidences of authentic spiritual renewal. "
"Our country, communities, and even churches are in need of a spiritual renewal like we haven't seen since the 19th Century"
"Based on the Great Commission and reinforced with many sources, this speaks of returning the church body to pre-Constantine days!"
"Taking principles from the prodigal son and comparing them to our nation, we can see that our nation’s culture has been taken for granted."
"From the story of David and Goliath some practical truths to help us overcome the Giants in our life."
"We can learn from the Wise Men what is required to take a Star Trek which leads to Jesus."
"From the life of Jonah, this message offers what happens when Spiritual Awakening comes."
"Based on the story of God sending the snakes into the camp of the Israelites, whatever we cast our eyes upon is what we’ll see---and the answer we’ll get."
"The divinely given task of being a mom is significant. Consider the influence of Eunice and Lois on Timothy."
"In her biography about her husband, Dr. Adrian Rogers, Joyce Rogers refers to Belleview Baptist in Memphis as a Jesus Church. This message suggests calls the church to display characteristics that will allow her to be called a Jesus Church. The name J"
The fourth in the series inspired by Dr. Gene Mimms - To experience such a church is to experience God's best.
"Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books The Kingdom Focused Church and Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s Simple Church. "
"Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books The Kingdom Focused Church and Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s Simple Church. "
"Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books The Kingdom Focused Church and Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s Simple Church."