Introduction Chess Have you ever played chess? There are two kinds of players in the game of chess. There are those who think through what they are doing as they play. They think forward many moves, trying to anticipate their opponents reactions and plan accordingly. They are very strategic and intentional…

These lepers, outcasts from their society, had the ethical wherewithall to share their findings of food and other provisions with those that had rejected them. There is certainly some parallel with the grand provision we have been promised and given in Christ. Dare we keep it to ourselves?

Text: (Psalm 126:5-6) “They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.” ETS: It is necessary to sow the seeds of the Gospel if we are to reap a harvest. OSS: Believers will commit…

Prayer is essential in facing the enemy of your soul. Without prayer, defeat is expected.

THE POWER OF THE GROWING SEED Mark 4:26-29 26 And he said, So is the kingdom of God, as if a man should cast seed into the ground; 27 And should sleep, and rise night and day, and the seed should spring and grow up, he knoweth not how. 28 For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself; first the blade,…

While Jesus loves you right where you are, His love won't let you stay where you are. Those who KNOW Jesus are expected and empowered to GROW in Him, and GO to those who need to know Him. Today we discover what that looks like in real life.

Be Intentional Colossians 4:2-6 I want to introduce a principle to you tonight that is a principle which is true in all areas of life. This principle is something which was true when you were younger, this principle is true in the work arena, this principle is true in whether you want to be a good parent,…

God is revealed to us in His Word as a sovereign God who positions his people to be in the right places at the right times to accomplish His purposes! Not by chance, but by design! Not “divine appointments,” but “divine positioning.”

Jesus wants us to bring lost men into his kingdom.

Read Ezekiel 33.1-11. Introduction: A theater manager asked a young man applying for the job of usher what he would do if a fire broke out. The young man quickly answered, “Don’t worry about me. I’d get out okay.” Many Christians respond this way at times. What would we do if Jesus were to return tomorrow?…

Sharing the good news about God and Jesus Christ with others is a work to which some believers have a special calling, but in which all believers are to take part.

Intro I want to encourage you to make a bold declaration about salvation in Christ by the way you pray , speak , and walk . And before we get into any specifics there, I want you to see how your ministry is not to be a lone ranger ministry. Paul concludes his letter with basic salutation-type remarks.…

Jesus demonstrates how to effectively communicate the gospel

Last Sunday, I began a series of messages on The Great Commission. Southern Baptists, well over 100 years ago, decided that the Season of Advent was the very best time to promote missions giving. It was Lottie Moon herself who suggested that we take up an offering at Christmas. The offering was officially…

YOUR SOUL IS REQUIRED OF YOU. 13 And one of the company said unto him, Master, speak to my brother, that he divide the inheritance with me. 14 And he said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you? 15 And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth…

Peter challenges believers to respond to evil like Christ responded to evil in his work on the cross. Specifically, we are to return wrongdoing with kindness. (1 Peter 3:9) This kindness God see's and blesses us with eternal and earthly blessings during those struggles. Further, living a Holy life, even when faced with evil, is a witness to those who persecute us.

Opening: Have you ever been stuck before? My son Zander has a way of getting himself into places that he can’t get out of. The most common is in the crib. He can somehow get his leg or arm through the bars, but he can’t seem to get them back out. Maybe you’ve been stuck in traffic. That is absolutely…

By Pastor Glenn Pease D. L. Moody has related a tradition concerning the sight of Solomon's temple. It seems that the land was occupied by two brothers. One had a family and the other was unmarried. One evening after harvesting the wheat, as they sat in their separate dwellings, the elder brother said…

Jesus defined the church’s mission in Matthew 28:19a . Mt 28:19a Go therefore and make disciples of all nations not too many Christians would disagree that evangelism is an absolute necessity if the church is to fulfill its mission Paul in Romas 10 says, 13 For “everyone who calls on the name of the…

INTRODUCTION: Farmers possess a skill set that I appreciate, but I don’t possess. A farmer knows how to plant seeds and then nourish it into a bountiful harvest. Farmers are notoriously faithful and patient, because they plant seeds in the spring so that in summer and fall the can reap a harvest. Perhaps…

When God calls, He also equips

How do we love our neighbors?

The Bible has a lot to say about words. Why do we speak? Why are we humans characterized by communication? The Bible indicates in a variety of ways that we communicate because God communicates. God speaks! Eternally, before creation, God was a communicating God. Within the eternal bliss of the Trinity,…

Sound doctrine is intended to shape and mold the people of God for life and service in the world.

Are you looking for the Lord’s return? Listen for the Trumpet!