Worshiping the SAVIOR, Not a Celebrity
Matthew 28:16-20 The word Twitter has entered our vocabulary recently. With the Iranian protesters using Twitter as a means of telling their story in that troubled nation, millions of people have been exposed to the brutal reactions of the Iranian government. The authorities have been seen beating and, in some instances, killing those who have […]
Why is the Church So Important?
I Cor. 1:2; 3:5-10 and 16:19. “I am an alumnus of the church”, the man said to a friend. He obviously had given up on the church. I don’t know that I have ever heard of that term until I heard that story. It raises the question, is the church really important? When Jesus said, “upon this rock, […]
God Bless America
Genesis 12:1-3 Introduction Dr. Ron Herrod was unaware that I would preach this message. Interestingly, yesterday he sent a brief message that could serve as its thesis. He writes: “GOD BLESS AMERICA AS WE CELEBRATE 235 YEARS OF FREEDOM” May you and your family enjoy a blessed day of celebration for the freedom given to […]
Don’t Just Stand There
Acts 1:8-11 Introduction: A man bought a donkey from a preacher. The donkey was trained to go when you said “Hallelujah,” and stop when you said, “Amen.” The man started the donkey by saying “Hallelujah.” After a while they began to head toward a cliff. “Stop,” said the man. “Halt!” he cried. The donkey began to trot faster. Oh no . . […]
Searching For The Ends of the Earth
John 4:35 Introduction: In Acts 1:8, Jesus instructs His followers to be witnesses to the ends of the earth. Jesus wants us to see that every village and city, every hamlet and home, hears of His saving grace. Our witness is to reach from the end of our nose to the ends of the earth. In […]
God’s Plan for Sharing
Matthew 28:18-20 “As many as three out of four people die in North America without a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.”[1] Where do people go without a personal relationship with Jesus Christ? According to the Bible the answer is hell. They go forever to this place of torment without God and without hope. Someone said […]
Becoming a Missional Church
Acts 1:6-8 Billy Graham is a name most everyone knows. Today, his name carries a note of authority, authenticity, and integrity. What you may not know or do not remember is that Dr. Graham was not always popular. The story is told about him being scheduled for a meeting in one community and one of the […]
