2018[ish] Sermons

As I began to plan for the 2018 preaching calendar, I asked the church to pray that I would receive clear direction.  I set aside Sept. 26th as a day to fast, pray, and study.  My specific prayer was to receive a good portion of clarity regarding 2018, but we all know that God does …

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Prepare the Way

Mark 1:1-8 Peak Student Ministry at North Side Baptist Church Main Points Delayed obedience is disobedience. Jesus is coming and he is going to require some room. Your life will be remembered for what kingdom you try to build.

Praying in Faith

Here is notes and audio from week 6 of our prayer course.  The focal text for this study is Mark 9:14-29. Audio Key Points The power of our prayers is that they can outlive us. Prayer is not what we do when we can’t work; prayer is what we do because we want to work. …

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Your Greatest Need

This message was recorded for a traveling college sports team. As we enter Passion Week, I pray this sermon will cause you to reflect on the reason Jesus came to earth.  Many people approach God in order for him to address many different wants or needs.  Mark 2:1-12 shows a time when Jesus revealed what the greatest …

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Why Are There 4 Gospels?

The New Testament begins with Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. These four books, commonly called “the Gospels” serve as biographies on the life and ministry of Jesus. In New Testament study, the word “gospel” is used frequently. It means “good news.” When speaking of the message of the gospel, it will most often be written …

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Is Snake-Handling Biblical?

I could never go to a snake-handling church because: 1) I am not a fan of the vile creatures, and 2) I am not sure of the practice is biblical. The practice has gotten in the news again because Pastor Jamie Coots, a serpent-handling pastor and co-star of the “Snake Salvation” reality television show, died Feb. …

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A Father’s Affirmation

Amanda and I love watching The Biggest Loser.  While there has been some wearisome drama this season, Tuesday night had me standing up and applauding as I watched this father and son duo in the weigh-in show a great example of a father showing affirmation for his son. Chism was being sent off and his …

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