Category: Sermons

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

Sermon: “But they have rejected Me”

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A discussion of the text of 1 Samuel 8 helps to establish two points. 1) God’s foreknowledge does not preclude the free will of men. 2) To indulge in self-will is to reject the reign of God.

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Sermon: The Ugliness of Riches

The Ugliness of Riches

An examination of God’s rebuke of Israel, through the prophet Amos, as a result of the corrupting influence of wealth, and the oppression of the poor.

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Sermon: Desperately Seeking Relevance

Desperately Seeking Relevance

The lesson seeks to establish the proper response of God’s people to a world that is indifferent to Christ and His church.

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Sermon: Zacchaeus

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This lesson uses the example of Zacchaeus to illustrate how we may overcome formidable obstacles in order to see (be reconciled with) Jesus.

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Sermon: “You are gods”

You are gods

In John 10:22-39, Jesus was accused of blasphemy “because You, being a Man, make Yourself God.” The text affirms Christ’s deity, and explains the reason for the Jew’s rejection of Him. In Jesus’ defense, he quotes Psalm 82:6, “I said, you are gods” to show the Jew’s inconsistency in claiming Him to be guilty of blasphemy.

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Sermon: Faulty Assumptions

Faulty Assumptions

The Sadducees were wrong in denying the resurrection. Their doctrine, as revealed in Matthew 22:23-33 was based on two faulty assumptions. Religious people today make the same mistake. Never base your doctrine on an assumption, it may too be faulty!

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Sermon: Faith Demonstrated in Esther’s Life

Sermon by Brantley Gallman.

The lesson is an examination of the first half of the book of Esther with applications regarding faith as illustrated by her.

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Sermon: A Blind Man Healed

Sermon by Armando Vera.

The lesson examines John 9, and applications that can be learned from the healing of the blind man by Jesus.

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Sermon: Man, Prophet, Savior

A textual study of Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman, with an emphasis on her changing view of him as their conversation progressed. First as a man, then a prophet, and finally the Savior of the world.

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Sermon: Shadow and Substance

Shadow and Substance

An examination of the Type/Antitype relationship that appears throughout the Bible, especially those types that prefigure the Messiah.

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Sermon: Mary and Martha

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The lesson is an examination of Luke 10:38-42, and a comparison of the two sisters who Jesus loved.

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Sermon: The Christian and Recreational Drug Use

The Christian and Recreational Drug Use

A discussion of the Christian’s responsibility toward the use of recreational drugs such as alcohol, marijuana, tobacco and caffeine. Topics discussed: Legality, Addiction, Intoxication, Companionship, and Influence.

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Sermon: The Relationship Between God and Man

The Relationship Between God and Man

Our God is Sovereign and Holy. He requires holiness of us. When we do good, He blesses us. When we choose to do evil, God’s righteous nature requires punishment. But, it is His desire the men be saved, not lost.

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Sermon: A Father’s Touch

A Father's Touch

The lesson shows the importance of the father in the family relationship, as a friend, teacher, protector and leader of his family.

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Sermon: Jesus – Prince, Captain, Author (archegos)

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Sermon by Jeremiah Cox (Visiting preacher)

An examination of the greek term (archegos) as it is used to refer to Jesus. Wonderful lessons are learned by the designations given to our Lord.

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