------------------------------ Sermons arranged in Bible order, then by scripture text. ------------------------------
Hebrews ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Epistle to the Hebrews
An introduction to the book and study of Hebrews. PDF
Better Things from Hebrews (Hebrews 1:1-4)
Nine things that are better in comparing the new covenant to the old covenant. PDF PPT
God Tells Us of His Plan (Hebrews 1:1-4)
God is known by nature, His word, and His plan for mankind. PDF
The First-Born (Hebrews 1:1-6)
To be the first-born is to have supreme rank, or the highest pre-eminence. Jesus is the true first-born. PDF
Salvation is Just Too Good to be True! (Hebrews 2:1-3)
The wonder and power of the gospel message. PDF PPT Audio
"How Shall We Escape...?" (Hebrews 2:1-4)
The truth is we can't and we won't. We must pay closer attention to what we have heard. PDF
Help Me, I'm Suffering! (Hebrews 2:14-18)
Jesus came to earth and suffered as we suffer. PDF PPT Audio
Showing Hospitality (Hebrews 3:1-3)
Hospitality means the love of strangers. It is not a social luxury, but a sacrificial spiritual work. PDF
Christ in the Book of Hebrews (Hebrews 3:1-6)
Christ was a great spokesman than the prophets, a greater law-giver than Moses, gives a greater rest than Joshua, and is a
greater high priest than Aaron. PDF
"Today, If You Hear His Voice" (Hebrews 3:7-11; 3:16-19; 4:1-11)
A promise of finding eternal rest in Jesus. PDF
Departing from the Living God (Hebrews 3:7-12)
Men and women leave God for man reasons; here are some signs that show a heart of disbelief. PDF
The Need for Exhortation (Hebrews 3:12-13; 10:24)
Exhortation is more than just giving encouragement. PDF
How to Give Exhortation (Hebrews 3:12-13)
Practical advice on doing something that is oftentimes difficult to do. PDF
The Lost Generation (Hebrews 3:12-19)
We must not repeat the mistakes of the lost generation! PDF PPT
Partakers of Christ (Hebrews 3:14)
Two conditions to be a partaker of Christ and both are worth it. PDF
God's Word (Hebrews 4:12)
The word of God is very powerful. It is active, alive, sharp, and discerning. PDF PPT
The New Priesthood (Hebrews 5:1-10)
Jesus and the new covenant changed the priesthood. Here's how. PDF
How Many Teachers? (Hebrews 5:11-14)
A true saying, "He would has ceased to learn is not qualified to teach." We are to mature to be teachers. PDF
Elementary Principles-Part 1 (Hebrews 5:11-6:3)
First part of a two-part lesson on six foundational doctrines for the Christian to know. PDF
Elementary Principles-Part 2 (Hebrews 5:11-6:3)
Second part of a two-part lesson on six foundational doctrines for the Christian to know. PDF
First Principles (Hebrews 5:12-6:3)
First principles are very important; without them we cannot grow spiritually as we should. PDF
Going on to Perfection (Hebrews 6:1-3)
The "perfect" person has the ability to eat "solid food," discern good from evil, controls their tongue, loves their enemies,
and realizes their imperfections. PDF
Melchizedek and Christ (Hebrews 7:1-8)
By studying the life and priesthood of Melchizedek is to gain a better appreciation of the priesthood of Jesus. PDF PPT
"Once for All..." (Hebrews 7:25-27)
Six separate passages where the Greek hapax appears and its significance. PDF
A Better Covenant (Hebrews 8:1-7)
Better because of superior high priest, in a better place, on better promises. PDF PPT Audio
The End is Coming (Part 1) (Hebrews 9:23-28)
First is a four part series. This lesson compares to two advents of Jesus. PDF
Overview of Hebrews, Chapter 10 (Hebrews 10:1-31)
Three main ideas; the contrast of sacrifices, a better priesthood, and a new view of the final judgment. PDF
How Often Should I Practice My Christianity? (Hebrews 10:19-25)
Some things are to be done weekly, some daily, and some as often as necessary. PDF
Assembly: Option, Obligation, or Opportunity? (Hebrews 10:23-31)
A look at attitudes people bring to the worship assembly. PDF
Great Chapters of the Bible: Hebrews, Chapter 11 (Hebrews 11:1-3)
Heaven's roll call of the faithful. PDF PPT
"By Faith Moses Saw…" (Hebrews 11:23-27)
The challenges that Moses faced. PDF PPT Audio
A Look at Hebrews 12:1-2 (Hebrews 12:1-2)
What is the sin mentioned in Hebrews 12:1? A few answers given. PDF PPT
Whatever Happened to Faith? (Hebrews 11:32-40)
Making excuses for not doing the right thing? Could be a faith problem. PDF
I Want to Be Like... Part 1 (Hebrews 12:1-3)
A look at some great role models in the Bible. People to imitate. PDF
I Want to Be Like... Part 2 (Hebrews 12:1-3)
A look at some great role models in the Bible. People to imitate. PDF
Godly Discipline (Hebrews 12:5-11)
Discipline not just for small children. Adults need discipline to promote self-discipline. PDF
Heavenly Discipline (Hebrews 12:7-11)
Discipline received is a humbling experience, but it pays big dividends. PDF
Showing Gratitude for the Kingdom (Hebrews 12:18-29)
As we learn to appreciate the kingdom of God, may we from gratitude serve God acceptably. PDF
Christian Responsibility--Proper Attitudes, Part 1 (Hebrews 12:22-29)
Ten attitudes every Christian should have. PDF PPT
Christian Responsibility--Proper Attitudes, Part 2 (Hebrews 12:22-29)
Ten attitudes every Christian should have. PDF PPT
"What Shall Man do to Me?" (Hebrews 13:5-8)
The Hebrews writer gives three answers to this question. PDF
Overcoming Doubt (Hebrews 13:6; Rev. 1:17)
One must work at increasing their faith to overcome the various doubts about life. PDF PPT
James ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
James: A Time to Grow Up
Most of what James writes about can be placed under "spiritual immaturity." PDF
Trials, Tribulations and Triumph (James 1:12-16)
Handling trials and tribulations will make the difference in staying faithful. PDF
Just Say NO to Temptation (James 1:13-15)
Practical advice for saying NO to temptation. PDF Audio
God's Perfect Gifts (James 1:17-18)
Seven perfect gifts from God. All complete in and of themselves. PDF PPT
Which One are You? (James 1:22-27)
Are you one who does little with little; little with much; much with much; or much with little? PDF
Building Fellowship with One Another (James 2:1-4; 2:8-9; 3:8-13)
We are to be devoted to the fellowship; devoted to one another. PDF
Great Chapters of the Bible: James, Chapter 2 (James 2:1-7)
James explains the relationship between faith and works. PDF PPT Audio
Poor to the World, Rich in Faith (James 2:1-13)
Worldly riches and fame can stand in the way when it comes to matters of faith. PDF
He was Called the Friend of God (James 2:14-26)
Friendship with God means more than most people think. Are you a friend or foe? PDF
Faith and Works (James 2:14-26)
James discusses the relationship between subjective faith and works of faith. PDF
Watch Your Mouth! (James 3:2-10)
Our choice of words and how we say things is very important. PDF
A Restless Evil and Full of Poison (James 3:1-12)
Learning to control the most difficult part of the body. PDF
Positive Uses of the Tongue (James 3:6-18)
The more we learn to use the tongue positively, the less we use it negatively. PDF
Wisdom From Above (James 3:17)
Characteristics from James of heavenly wisdom. PDF
Be Miserable, Mourn, and Weep (James 4:6-10)
Humble obedience is needed to be a Christian. PDF
What is Sin? (James 4:13-17)
Sin is a contradiction to God, to God's nature, or to His will. PDF
The Fruit of Patience (James 5:7-11)
Some examples of patience and a list of patience builders. PDF PPT
The Epistle to the Hebrews
An introduction to the book and study of Hebrews. PDF
Better Things from Hebrews (Hebrews 1:1-4)
Nine things that are better in comparing the new covenant to the old covenant. PDF PPT
God Tells Us of His Plan (Hebrews 1:1-4)
God is known by nature, His word, and His plan for mankind. PDF
The First-Born (Hebrews 1:1-6)
To be the first-born is to have supreme rank, or the highest pre-eminence. Jesus is the true first-born. PDF
Salvation is Just Too Good to be True! (Hebrews 2:1-3)
The wonder and power of the gospel message. PDF PPT Audio
"How Shall We Escape...?" (Hebrews 2:1-4)
The truth is we can't and we won't. We must pay closer attention to what we have heard. PDF
Help Me, I'm Suffering! (Hebrews 2:14-18)
Jesus came to earth and suffered as we suffer. PDF PPT Audio
Showing Hospitality (Hebrews 3:1-3)
Hospitality means the love of strangers. It is not a social luxury, but a sacrificial spiritual work. PDF
Christ in the Book of Hebrews (Hebrews 3:1-6)
Christ was a great spokesman than the prophets, a greater law-giver than Moses, gives a greater rest than Joshua, and is a
greater high priest than Aaron. PDF
"Today, If You Hear His Voice" (Hebrews 3:7-11; 3:16-19; 4:1-11)
A promise of finding eternal rest in Jesus. PDF
Departing from the Living God (Hebrews 3:7-12)
Men and women leave God for man reasons; here are some signs that show a heart of disbelief. PDF
The Need for Exhortation (Hebrews 3:12-13; 10:24)
Exhortation is more than just giving encouragement. PDF
How to Give Exhortation (Hebrews 3:12-13)
Practical advice on doing something that is oftentimes difficult to do. PDF
The Lost Generation (Hebrews 3:12-19)
We must not repeat the mistakes of the lost generation! PDF PPT
Partakers of Christ (Hebrews 3:14)
Two conditions to be a partaker of Christ and both are worth it. PDF
God's Word (Hebrews 4:12)
The word of God is very powerful. It is active, alive, sharp, and discerning. PDF PPT
The New Priesthood (Hebrews 5:1-10)
Jesus and the new covenant changed the priesthood. Here's how. PDF
How Many Teachers? (Hebrews 5:11-14)
A true saying, "He would has ceased to learn is not qualified to teach." We are to mature to be teachers. PDF
Elementary Principles-Part 1 (Hebrews 5:11-6:3)
First part of a two-part lesson on six foundational doctrines for the Christian to know. PDF
Elementary Principles-Part 2 (Hebrews 5:11-6:3)
Second part of a two-part lesson on six foundational doctrines for the Christian to know. PDF
First Principles (Hebrews 5:12-6:3)
First principles are very important; without them we cannot grow spiritually as we should. PDF
Going on to Perfection (Hebrews 6:1-3)
The "perfect" person has the ability to eat "solid food," discern good from evil, controls their tongue, loves their enemies,
and realizes their imperfections. PDF
Melchizedek and Christ (Hebrews 7:1-8)
By studying the life and priesthood of Melchizedek is to gain a better appreciation of the priesthood of Jesus. PDF PPT
"Once for All..." (Hebrews 7:25-27)
Six separate passages where the Greek hapax appears and its significance. PDF
A Better Covenant (Hebrews 8:1-7)
Better because of superior high priest, in a better place, on better promises. PDF PPT Audio
The End is Coming (Part 1) (Hebrews 9:23-28)
First is a four part series. This lesson compares to two advents of Jesus. PDF
Overview of Hebrews, Chapter 10 (Hebrews 10:1-31)
Three main ideas; the contrast of sacrifices, a better priesthood, and a new view of the final judgment. PDF
How Often Should I Practice My Christianity? (Hebrews 10:19-25)
Some things are to be done weekly, some daily, and some as often as necessary. PDF
Assembly: Option, Obligation, or Opportunity? (Hebrews 10:23-31)
A look at attitudes people bring to the worship assembly. PDF
Great Chapters of the Bible: Hebrews, Chapter 11 (Hebrews 11:1-3)
Heaven's roll call of the faithful. PDF PPT
"By Faith Moses Saw…" (Hebrews 11:23-27)
The challenges that Moses faced. PDF PPT Audio
A Look at Hebrews 12:1-2 (Hebrews 12:1-2)
What is the sin mentioned in Hebrews 12:1? A few answers given. PDF PPT
Whatever Happened to Faith? (Hebrews 11:32-40)
Making excuses for not doing the right thing? Could be a faith problem. PDF
I Want to Be Like... Part 1 (Hebrews 12:1-3)
A look at some great role models in the Bible. People to imitate. PDF
I Want to Be Like... Part 2 (Hebrews 12:1-3)
A look at some great role models in the Bible. People to imitate. PDF
Godly Discipline (Hebrews 12:5-11)
Discipline not just for small children. Adults need discipline to promote self-discipline. PDF
Heavenly Discipline (Hebrews 12:7-11)
Discipline received is a humbling experience, but it pays big dividends. PDF
Showing Gratitude for the Kingdom (Hebrews 12:18-29)
As we learn to appreciate the kingdom of God, may we from gratitude serve God acceptably. PDF
Christian Responsibility--Proper Attitudes, Part 1 (Hebrews 12:22-29)
Ten attitudes every Christian should have. PDF PPT
Christian Responsibility--Proper Attitudes, Part 2 (Hebrews 12:22-29)
Ten attitudes every Christian should have. PDF PPT
"What Shall Man do to Me?" (Hebrews 13:5-8)
The Hebrews writer gives three answers to this question. PDF
Overcoming Doubt (Hebrews 13:6; Rev. 1:17)
One must work at increasing their faith to overcome the various doubts about life. PDF PPT
James ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
James: A Time to Grow Up
Most of what James writes about can be placed under "spiritual immaturity." PDF
Trials, Tribulations and Triumph (James 1:12-16)
Handling trials and tribulations will make the difference in staying faithful. PDF
Just Say NO to Temptation (James 1:13-15)
Practical advice for saying NO to temptation. PDF Audio
God's Perfect Gifts (James 1:17-18)
Seven perfect gifts from God. All complete in and of themselves. PDF PPT
Which One are You? (James 1:22-27)
Are you one who does little with little; little with much; much with much; or much with little? PDF
Building Fellowship with One Another (James 2:1-4; 2:8-9; 3:8-13)
We are to be devoted to the fellowship; devoted to one another. PDF
Great Chapters of the Bible: James, Chapter 2 (James 2:1-7)
James explains the relationship between faith and works. PDF PPT Audio
Poor to the World, Rich in Faith (James 2:1-13)
Worldly riches and fame can stand in the way when it comes to matters of faith. PDF
He was Called the Friend of God (James 2:14-26)
Friendship with God means more than most people think. Are you a friend or foe? PDF
Faith and Works (James 2:14-26)
James discusses the relationship between subjective faith and works of faith. PDF
Watch Your Mouth! (James 3:2-10)
Our choice of words and how we say things is very important. PDF
A Restless Evil and Full of Poison (James 3:1-12)
Learning to control the most difficult part of the body. PDF
Positive Uses of the Tongue (James 3:6-18)
The more we learn to use the tongue positively, the less we use it negatively. PDF
Wisdom From Above (James 3:17)
Characteristics from James of heavenly wisdom. PDF
Be Miserable, Mourn, and Weep (James 4:6-10)
Humble obedience is needed to be a Christian. PDF
What is Sin? (James 4:13-17)
Sin is a contradiction to God, to God's nature, or to His will. PDF
The Fruit of Patience (James 5:7-11)
Some examples of patience and a list of patience builders. PDF PPT