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Difficult Things That Are Used To Proclaim The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Apr 30, 2004

2nd in a series on Philippians. Deals with overcoming trials.

DIFFICULT THINGS THAT PROCLAIM THE GOSPEL PHIL 1:12-26 Paul stands as a great example to us in learning how to effectively proclaim the gospel. In one episode from the comic strip "Peanuts", Lucy comes up to her brother, Linus, and tells him that she has "converted" someone in her class to her ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Evidence Of True Fellowship Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Apr 30, 2004

First in a series of messages on Philippians.

EVIDENCE OF TRUE FELLOWSHIP PHIL 1:1-11 This morning we begin a new series of messages. The book of Philippians is a great book dealing with the practical issues of life. It is just as relevant today as it was when the Holy Spirit inspired Paul to pen these words. Fellowship is a word that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Look Up And Live

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Apr 30, 2004

A comparrison of looking to the brass serpent with obedience and faith in the wilderness and looking to Jesus Christ for salvation today.

Look Up and Live Num 21:4-9 Let me give you the background of this passage first and then we will look at the spiritual application together. The children of Israel were in the midst of their wandering. The way is hard and they are getting tired of eating manna. Now manna was a food provided by ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, John 12:27-33

Denomination: Baptist

Two Of The Most Tragic Words In Scripture

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Aug 22, 2003

Almost Persuaded

We missed him. Our chance to change things came and passed and we did not know it was there. A dark-skinned little boy sat through Sunday School classes for three years at a great Baptist Church (First Church, San Antonio) but someone missed him. His name was Sirhan Sirhan, and at age 24 he shot ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

For Such A Time As This Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Aug 22, 2003

God’s providence in the life of Esther led to the Nation of Israel being saved from the hatred of Haman.

Why am I here? What plans does God have for me? I am only me. I can’t do much for God. Can I? Esther is a story about a beautiful young lady. A young lady that was used to save a nation. God wants to use us in His ministry and work. But God’s timing is not always our timing. Did you hear ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Three Great Things

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Aug 22, 2003

Three great things given to believers.

He is a great baseball player, great musician, great this and great that. We use that term to describe those who have reached the pinnacle of their field. Those who have excelled beyond the norm. Jesus gave us three great things to believers that will make a difference in our lives. I. THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

When God Recruits The Army Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

God thinned the army of Gideon to 300 to prove his power and might. What characteristics was/is He looking for in an army?

Gideon had torn down the altars of Baal. The Midianites and Amlekites were very angry with him. They wanted to kill him. But God placed his hand upon Gideon and protected him. Then God’s call came to Gideon. Gideon didn’t feel worthy to be used of the Lord. And he said unto him, Oh my Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-7, Judges 7:1

Denomination: Baptist

United We Stand Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

Unity in the body of Christ is one of the greatest needs of our day.

UNITED WE STAND EPH 4:1-3 A phrase we have heard a lot since September 11, 2001. A phrase that speaks of looking to what we have in common. As a nation we stand united in our patriotism, liberty, and desire to see a safe place to live. From that great philosopher Charlie Brown “In a Peanuts ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Faith To Follow Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

A sermon on the crossing of the Red Sea and application of our faith to follow God’s direction.

FAITH TO FOLLOW Exodus 13:17- 14:28 O for a faith that will not shrink, ‘Tho pressed by every foe, That will not tremble on the brink Of any earthly woe! That will not murmur nor complain Beneath the chastening rod, But, in the hour of grief or pain, Will lean upon its God; A faith that shines more ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Possessing The Land Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

Taking steps of faith to follow the Lord’s promises will lead us to the abundant Christian life.

Possessing the Land Numbers 13:1-2; 16-end John 10:10 Many people believe that the wandering in the wilderness of the people of Israel is a type or picture of salvation. They believe that the bondage of the Israelites relates to lost condition, the wandering to this life, and the promised land to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Telling Secrets Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

A sermon that examines the sharing of the Gospel to all nations.

TELLING SECRETS Eph 3:1-13 The Duke of Wellington is best remembered as the general who defeated Napoleon at Waterloo in 1815. During his earlier service in India, Wellington was in charge of negotiations. The emissary of an Indian ruler, anxious to know what territories would be ceded to his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

God's Invisable Hand Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

God’s hand was unseen most of Joseph’s life but it was there at work nonetheless. What Joseph’s brothers meant for evil, God meant for good.

God¡¦s Invisible Hand The Life of Joseph Because the story of Joseph covers over 18 chapters in the Bible I will not read this entire text today. I do want to paraphrase his life for you and then we will look at some specifics together. Joseph was favored by Jacob his father. He was the child ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Making The Most Of 2003

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

New Years Eve service

Making the Most of 2003 Col 4:5 Well, it’s almost here. 2003, sounds strange doesn’t it, even futuristic. “This is typically the time of year to make resolutions. In the dictionary resolution is defined as “a course of action decided upon; a fixed purpose.” We resolve to do things differently. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

Funeral for a faithful believer and good friend.

Bro. Fritz Funeral Revelation 14:13 Now I realize that the interpretation of this passage deals with those coming out of the Tribulation. However, when I read this verse couldn’t help but think that it fit perfectly for Bro. Fritz and his situation. I. Blessed are the dead that die in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

Funeral service for lady that I didn’t know well.

Mrs ___________ __________ We don’t face this life or death alone. Psalm 23 1) MY shepherd 2) He RESTORES my soul---From a state of emptiness to a state of fullness. Our trials empty us emotionally. We are numb and empty with a pain that penetrates this flesh and strikes to the depth of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist