Born unto Satan?  Unpardonable Sin (open access)

Born unto Satan? Unpardonable Sin

A handwritten manuscript for a sermon that addresses the fact that we have the opportunity to choose the kingdom of God or the kingdom of Satan to spend eternity. This information was used in a sermon on "Anchor of Soul" at Cisco, Texas.
Date: July 28, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Caring for Souls (open access)

Caring for Souls

A handwritten manuscript for a sermon using Psalm 142:41. The times of David's aloneness and feelings of isolation and forgotten are looked at. Then we are led to consider that the mission of the church is to care for souls: salvation and training for service. Preached in Cisco, Texas.
Date: July 17, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Christ the only Certainty (open access)

Christ the only Certainty

A handwritten manuscript for a sermon on 2 Timothy 1:12. We are affected by our surroundings: our friends, light, sounds, character. Our surroundings are unpredictable, but Christ is certain and unchanging. Preached in Cisco, Texas.
Date: July 28, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Christian Cooperation (open access)

Christian Cooperation

A handwritten outline for a sermon using Lamentations 3:27. Likens service to God to bearing a yoke, and working together. Cooperation in nature, business, human life, and God's kingdom. Preached in Cisco, Texas.
Date: February 24, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Deadly Exchange (open access)

The Deadly Exchange

A typewritten manuscript for a sermon using the text Matthew 16:26. The listener is encouraged to consider what they are following in life, and are they distracted from Christianity by the "sparkle" of Satan in disguise. Preached in Cisco, Texas.
Date: December 29, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Financing the Kingdom (open access)

Financing the Kingdom

A typewritten manuscript for a sermon using as text, Proverbs 3:9. This looks at the financial plan of the church, and the need for solid convictions, a proper accounting system, and good attitude of the giver. Preached in Cisco, Texas.
Date: November 27, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The First Commandment (open access)

The First Commandment

A handwritten manuscript using the text Exodus 20:3. The first commandment says : "Thou shalt have no other gods before you". Baten discusses all the ancient gods, and God's Commandment. Preached in Cisco, Texas
Date: August 18, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Great Salvation (open access)

The Great Salvation

A handwritten outline for a sermon using Hebrews 2:3 for the text. The sermon defines the Great Salvation, and the consequences of neglecting our salvation. Preached in Cisco, Texas
Date: March 23, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
As He Thinketh in His Heart (open access)

As He Thinketh in His Heart

A handwritten manuscript using Proverbs 23:7 for a sermon on the "heart" of a person (their inner spiritual nature). The quality of the heart is revealed in words, deeds, habits, character, and destiny. Preached in Cisco, Texas.
Date: August 4, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
In the Furnace (open access)

In the Furnace

A handwritten outline for a sermon using Daniel 3:25 for text. Baten's thoughts on the men in the furnace. Preached in Cisco, TX
Date: August 11, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Loss and Gain Account (open access)

The Loss and Gain Account

A typewritten manuscript for a sermon using Matthew 16:25 for text. In gaining worldly goods, we must be careful to continue to live the beliefs of the faith. Preached in Cisco, Texas.
Date: December 22, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
On Home and Foreign Missions (open access)

On Home and Foreign Missions

A handwritten sermon about the mission field at home and in foreign countries. Topics addressed: facts about foreign and home mission work, reasons for financial support, and what the local church should do. Preached in Cisco, Texas, and broke the record in money raised.
Date: April 28, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Sad Warnings -- Cry from the Sad Street (open access)

The Sad Warnings -- Cry from the Sad Street

A handwritten manuscript for a sermon with the text Luke 23:28. Jesus is on the way to his crucifixion, and speaks to the women who are weeping. Preached in Cisco, Texas
Date: July 14, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Second Commandment (open access)

The Second Commandment

A handwritten manuscript using the text Exodus 20:4-6 and Isaiah 44:12-17. The second commandment says that we are not to worship any graven images or idols. This sermon looks at how to obey this commandment, and avoid violating it. Preached in Cisco, Texas.
Date: August 25, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Third Commandment (open access)

The Third Commandment

A handwritten manuscript using the text Exodus 20:7. This sermon looks at the third commandment: "Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain". Proper and improper uses of God's name, and the evils of profanity are discussed. Preached in Cisco, TX.
Date: September 1, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Valley of Achor (open access)

The Valley of Achor

A handwritten manuscript for a sermon based on the scripture of Joshua 7:26. This examines the meaning of Achor and the sin committed there: Achor's unbelief.
Date: August 18, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History
War & Mission Sermon (open access)

War & Mission Sermon

A typewritten manuscript for a sermon based on the text of Revelation 3:8 and Matthew 24:14. This sermon was given as WWI was ending, and discussed the duties of the allies, and the Church after the war. Preached in Cisco, Texas.
Date: November 3, 1918
Creator: Baten, A. E.
System: The Portal to Texas History