Category: Baptism

Subject: Baptism

Sermon: 5 Steps of salvation

God chose to save the world through the gospel, the truth concerning the advent, life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus to the right hand of the Father reigning on His throne.  When we hear that gospel, our actions or lack thereof will determine whether we are saved . What must we do?

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YouTube Video of Sermon

Note:  PPTX presentation and verses supplied by Emberly Cox, age 9.

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Sermon: Christ is Preached to an Ethiopian (Acts 8)

A Discussion of the conversion of the Ethiopian Eunuch, recorded in Acts 8.

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Sermon: The Conversion of Lydia

A discussion of Lydia’s conversion to Christ, and her acts of hospitality, recorded in Acts 16:11-15.

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Put on Christ

There is an interesting passage in Romans 13:11-14, which describes our preparation for eternity in the presence of God.  Paul wrote, “And do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light. Let us walk properly, as in the day, not in revelry and drunkenness, not in lewdness and lust, not in strife and envy. But put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts.”

The text clearly indicates the imperative of preparation. It also shows that Christian preparation is found in holy living and obedience to God. Paul uses phrases such as “cast off the works of darkness”, “put on the armor of light,” “walk properly,” a walk not characterized by “revelry and drunkenness” … “lewdness and lust” … “strife and envy.” Finally, to make “no provision for the flesh, to fulfill its lusts.” Continue reading “Put on Christ”

Sermon: A Single Step

A discussion of what God requires of man as a part of His covenant with man to be their God.  In other words, man’s obligations in God’s scheme of Redemption.

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Why Stop the Chariot?

I recently came across a sermon starter (skeleton outline) from a Facebook group, written by Mark Posey.  When I come across such items and borrow the material, I always try to give credit, but also typically change the title to something else.  I couldn’t do it this time as the title best expresses the concept to be examined in the article.

The reference is, of course, to the conversion of the Ethiopian eunuch, covered in Acts 8:26-40.  To summarize, an angel of the Lord sent Philip the evangelist to a road between Jerusalem and Gaza.  There Philip met a eunuch of Candace, the queen of the Ethiopians.  He had come to Jerusalem to worship (indicating he was a proselyte), and was returning to Gaza in a chariot. He was reading from Isaiah 59, and Philip used the reading as a beginning point of their conversation. Continue reading “Why Stop the Chariot?”

Sermon: 5 Explanations of Mark 16:16

Our lesson examines the text of Mark 16:16, giving four failed interpretations of the text, based on incorrect presumptions, contrasted with the actual words and meaning of Jesus.

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The Gospel Plan of Salvation

Speaker:  David Hightower

Fall 2022 Meeting with Kyle Campbell

CanYou

Our Fall Meeting, 2022 with Kyle Campbell, November 5, 2002. A series of fundamental lessons answering fundamental questions.

The theme: “Can you show”

Lesson 1: Can You Show That There is a God? (Saturday)

Lesson 2: Can You Show that the Bible is the Word of God? (Sunday 9AM)

Lesson 3: Can You Show that Jesus Rose from the Dead? (Sunday 10AM)

Lesson 4: Can You Show What the Bible Says? (Sunday 11AM)

Lesson 5: Can You Show That the Bible Can be Understood? (Monday)

Lesson 6: Can You Show How We are Saved? (Tuesday)

Lesson 7: Can You Show What Worship Is? (Wednesday 10AM)

Lesson 8: Can You Show What the Church Does? (Wednesday PM)

Lesson 9: Can You Show That Chrisitans are Moral People (Thursday)

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Sermon: Examining Our Claims of Salvation

Examining Our Claims of Salvation

Each of us should carefully and honestly examine the circumstances surrounding our own claimed conversion, to ensure that what happened is actually what God requires for us to be saved.

Sermon: Philip’s Work in Samaria (Acts 8)

Philip Work in Samaria

A study of Philip’s ministry among the Samaritans, recorded in Acts 8.

Sermon: The Beginning of the Gospel

Beginning of Gospel

An examination of the text of Acts 2, as Stan describes the power of the gospel to pierce hearts and save souls.

Sermon: Philip and the Eunuch (Acts 8)

Philip and Eunuch

A discussion of Philip’s evangelistic efforts, and the conversion of the Ethiopian Eunuch, as found in Acts 8.

Sermon: Lessons from the Baptism of John

John Baptism

As we contrast the baptism of John with baptism in the name of the Lord (for the remission of sins), we are left with truths that need to be taught today.

Sermon: Spring Meeting, 2021 with JR Bronger

Bronger Meeting

JR Bronger from Blue Springs, MO preached a wonderful series of gospel sermons for the West Side congregation, May 1-6, 2021:

Saturday PM: The Conversion of Saul (Acts 9)

Sunday 1st Service: Evangelizing the World

  • In the first century, Christians were able to spread the gospel throughout the known world, despite opposition and challenges. If we have the same mindset today, we can be just as successful!
  • Facebook Live Video of Sermon

Sunday Class: Successful Marriages

Sunday 2nd Service: The Hate of Christ and Christians

Monday PM: Christians Are Running a Race

Tuesday PM: A Rebel Returns

Wednesday PM: Do You Want to be Made Well?

  • If you really wish for spiritual healing, you must stop thinking of yourself as a victim, stop blaming others for your failings, free yourself from fear and recognize the difference between wanting relief, and wanting a cure.
  • Facebook Live Video of Sermon

Thursday PM: Hardening of Pharaoh’s Heart

  • There were three responsible parties in the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart. God Himself with His demands. The wicked court magicians. And most prominently, Pharaoh himself.
  • Facebook Live Video of Sermon