Category: Sermons

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

Sermon: Thinking like the World

Thinking Like the World

Worldliness troubles every generation of God’s people. The cure is to identify what aspect of our thinking is influenced by ungodly influences, and to transform our mind and will to mirror the mind and will of God.

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Sermon: Uriah – Victim of Treachery

Uriah - Victim of Treachery

Most discussions of 2 Samuel 11 center of the adultery committed by David and Bathsheba. However, a discussion of the impact David’s sin had upon the husband of Bathsheba reveals some important lessons for us.

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Sermon: Teachers and Bible Classes

Teachers and Bible Classes

The lesson begins with a discussion of how the use of Bible classes by a local congregation is authorized by God, and ends with an exhortation for members to prepare to teach, and for members to understand the importance of attendance to such efforts.

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Sermon: Lessons Learned from a Fish’s Belly

Lessons Learned from a Fish's Belly

An examination of Jonah, chapters 1 and 2. The lesson examines what we can learn and apply from Jonah’s time spent in the belly of a great fish. 1) You can’t hide from God; 2) God hears our prayers as we turn to Him; 3) God disciplines us so that we will turn to Him; 4) Salvation is of the Lord; 5) Obedience without thanksgiving is empty.

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Sermon: What We Are

An examination of our identity as Christians.

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Sermon: Our Trailblazer – Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ, in His life and death, serves as an example for us to follow as we seek to please God.

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Sermon: Dealing with Difficult Passages

Dealing with Difficult Passages

Some passages of scripture are difficult to understand, and must be approached carefully. The lesson talks about suggestions in preparation for such studies, the studies themselves, and the potential for trouble in the aftermath of such study. The lesson is intended to be practical in nature.

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Sermon: Wisdom for the Family

Wisdom for the Family

The lesson, based on texts in Proverbs, indicates the important things that must be provided for a family to thrive. Things like, instilling a fear of the Lord; providing peace, love, sufficient material support, and discipline.

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Sermon: Mercy and Truth Meet

Mercy and Truth Meet

The terms Mercy and Truth are coupled often in scripture. One without the other leads to extremes that are indefensible. When they meet together, they save the lost and preserve the faithful!

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Sermon: Nebuchadnezzar’s View of God

Nebuchadnezzars View of God

On four difference occasions in Daniel 2-4 there is recorded words of Praise spoken by the pagan king Nebuchadnezzar regarding the God of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshack and Abed-Nego. There is much to learn from the kings interaction with Jehovah.

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Sermon: The Glow of a Converted Soul

The Glow of a Converted Soul

A converted soul will be evident to all. Their approach to life will be changed, impacting every aspect of their walk. Their desire to conform to God’s word will impact every decision they make.

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Sermon: Are you a “SPIRITUAL” person?

Are You a Spiritual Person

The world defines “spiritual” in a very different way than does God’s word. The lesson identifies present attitudes, and compares them to God’s truth.

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Sermon: Feeding the 5,000

18 - Feeding the 5000

An examination of a notable miracle that is recorded in every single gospel account.

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Sermon: Investigation

Investigation

God investigates us. We must investigate ourselves, and all things we involve ourselves with. We also are called from time to time to investigate others, all such investigation must be done with honesty and integrity.

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Sermon: We give thanks to You, O God!

We give thanks to You

An analysis of a wonderful Psalm of praise to God. The 75th Psalm. For His wondrous works, His authority, His compassion for the humble, and judgment of the prideful.

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