Category: Sermons

Sermons Preached at West Side. Outlines, PPT Presentations and Audio files

Sermon: The Facts of Christ

The Facts of Christ

The facts about Jesus, because they are facts, constitute the saving gospel! (Romans 1:15-16), “So, as much as is in me, I am ready to preach the gospel to you who are in Rome also. For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek.”

Sermon: Renewal

Renewal

In Isaiah 40:31, the prophet makes the promise, “but those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” In order to be renewed, we must trust the Lord, alter our thinking, and rededicate ourselves to His service!

Sermon: Are You a Friend TO Jesus?

Are You a Friend to Jesus

In order to be a friend of Jesus, like Abraham, you need to be friendly. I.e. – You need to be a friend TO Jesus. Things like sacrifice, loyalty and faith. Are YOU a friend TO Jesus?

Sermon: A Living Sacrifice

A Living Sacrifice

Romans 12 well describes the life of one who presents himself to God as a living Sacrifice. Such a life includes: Thinking Soberly, Functioning Faithfully, Loving Sincerely, Serving Fervently and Living Peaceably.

Sermon: How to Properly Teach Others

Speaker: Armando Vera

Armando shared with the congregation scriptures and experience to help us better teach one another as Christians.

Sermon: Lessons Learned from King Abijah

King Abijah

The text of 2 Chronicles teaches us that the battle is not won by superior forces or brlliant tactics. It is won when righteous men trust in their God.

Sermon: Doctrine – What is It? Why is it Important?

Doctrine

A discussion of the concept of doctrine as it is revealed in the Bible. Why is doctrinal preaching not popular today? What is it? and why is it so important?

Sermon: Singing Praises to God

 

Singing

The lesson is a discussion of singing as an act of worship, and a means by which we can offer the sacrifice of our lips to a deserving God.

Sermon: The 5 Fingers of Prayer

The 5 Fingers of Prayer

Using the five fingers of your hand as a mnemonic, the lesson teaches us to pray for loved ones, teachers and healers, leaders, the weak and troubled, and ourselves.

Sermon: The God of Comfort

In 2 Corinthians 7, the apostle noted the comfort he received from Titus, when told of the Corinthians penitent hearts. God supplies comfort to His people. Often the people themselves are the source of that comfort, as they supply support and help to each other.

Sermon: Providence – Protection & Punishment

The Lesson explains the text of Acts 12, noting both God’s protection of Peter and the punishment inflicted upon Herod for not giving glory to Him.

Sermon: Valiant Gideon

The lesson is a textual examination of Judges 6-8, which records the life and person of Gideon, a valiant man of God. Several applications that are germane to us can be made.

Sermon: R-E-S-P-E-C-T & Disrespect

Respect2

Three points: 1) Christians must always respect others; 2) Christians must always live in such a way to gain the respect of others; 3) God is worthy of, and demands our respect of Him.

Sermon: Propitiation

Propitiation

What does the term Propitiation mean, and how does the term relate to God’s scheme for redeeming man?

Sermon: The Evil Reign of King Jehoram

The Evil Reign of Jehoram

(2 Chronicles 21). King Jehoram of Judah was, unlike his father, an evil king. He abused his power, was corrupted by his wife, and his pride and amibition led to his demise. There are many good applications to be made as we seek to avoid his mistakes.