Sermons on 2 Thessalonians 5:17:

The State Of The Church #2

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 10, 2003

What makes a church great? A church is not measured by human standards but by God’s. Ephesians 4 lists 7 keys to becoming a great church. (Message also includes 4 guidelines for our local church for 2003.)

· Winnie the Pooh is once took an evening walk with his friend Piglet. They walked for a long time in silence, but Piglet finally asked, “When you wake up in the morning, Pooh, what’s the first thing you say to yourself?” “What’s for breakfast?” Pooh responds, “And what do you say, Piglet?” “I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Apostasy Part 2

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 16, 2003

This is another in this series on Apostasy or the falling away of believers.

Apostasy Part 2 By: Pastor Ron Crandall Text: " And then many will fall away, and betray one another, and hate one another. And many false prophets will arise and lead many astray" (Matt. 24:10-11 RSV). Introduction „« The Greek word for "apostasy" means a falling away, a withdrawal. „« The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

#2understanding Models Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 3, 2002

We need to understand the role of MODELING in the local church.

#2 We are in a 5 part series on Understanding, this lesson is A LESSON UNDERSTANDING MODELS. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Gal 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. 1 Cor 14:8 For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9, 1 Corinthians 14:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jurrasic Park 2

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 4, 2002

God Cares Most about finding the lost

Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World GOD CARES MOST ABOUT FINDING THE LOST Sermon - March 1, 1998 Steve Simala Grant Think of the one thing that is the absolute most precious thing to you. Decide what it is. Now hold that thought in your mind, or jot it down on the sermon notes page, and we’ll ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Grape Expectations (2) Series

Contributed by James Westervelt on Apr 17, 2002

In order to have a maximum yield, grape vines need lots of sunlight, just the right amount of rain, and pruning at the right time....Since chastening and pruning are both painful, how can we distinguish between them?

GRAPE EXPECTATIONS part 2 Last week we started learning about the "cultivation of grapes." In order to have a maximum yield, grape vines need lots of sunlight, just the right amount of rain, and pruning at the right time. If a branch is bearing no fruit, the vinedresser picks ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7-14, John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#2 Seasons Of Testing Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 7, 2002

We develop a deeper thought on the testing process of life.

#2 Seasons of Testing By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part #2 of pondering about being tested. TEXT: James 1:12, blessed is the man that endures tests, for when he is tried, he shall obtain the crown of life. Hebrews 12:11 is very clear-- No chastening for the present ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11, James 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Epiphany 2- 2003

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 10, 2002

What if John the Baptist was appointed as your Rector?

Brinton and Swanton Novers 12-01-03 Mk 1: 4-12 John the Baptist’s ministry Story: Have you ever stopped to think what would happen if the Bishop appointed John the Baptist as Rector of Brinton (or Swanton Novers). Imagine yourself asking John the Baptist round for dinner. What ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Turning Point - 2 Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Oct 27, 2002

What the sacrifice of Jesus really means

Turning Point #2 Romans 3:25-31 Proud young man walked into a room looking for his friend. He passed two blond young women near the door who looked him over then looked at each other and said and the same time ‘NINE’. The prideful young man puffed out his chest and drew a big smile on his face ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:25-31

Keeping The Faith #2

Contributed by Timothy Shirley on Jul 26, 2002

This is the second message on the faith of Hebrews chapter eleven.

Keeping the Faith #2 Hebrews 11:7 By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith. I. Through The Word of Faith We Have Warning. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Baptist

Keys To The Kingdom #2 Series

Contributed by David Carter on Aug 9, 2002

A series on the beatitudes

THE KEYS TO THE KINGDOM #2 Text: Matthew 5: 2-12 BLESSED (markarios) - A Spiritual Joy and Satisfaction that lasts regardless of Circumstances and Conditions; that carries us through pain, sorrow, heartache, loss and grief. To be blessed is what men seek! The problem is that they seek it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Filthy Lucre 2

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Aug 28, 2002

Titus 1:7

FILTHY LUCRE TITUS 1:7 PART 2 I brought in another coin from my collection this morning. I believe that I have brought this one in before. This is a silver shekel. (Describe). This was the what every Jew had to pay his temple tax with. Either a full or ½ shekel. Both of which are the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:7

Denomination: Bible Church

Study2 - Revelation Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001

Study two of the Book of Revelation.

Study 2 The Setting THE Prosecuted Preacher (vs. 9) Brother – member of the brotherhood of believers Companion in Tribulation John 16:33 Acts 14:22 Romans 5:3 & 8:35 2 Corinthians 7:4 Kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ Kingdom – the Messiah on the throne of David Patience of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Methodist

Satisfied With Being #2

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 19, 2002

You don’t have to be #1 in order to feel like a succeess. #2 can be a really good place.

Nov. 28, 1999 Genesis 41:41-57 Satisfied with being #2 1. Being #2 is a place of exaltation. (vs. 41-43) - responsibility “whole land of Egypt” - authority “signet ring” - comfort “robes of fine linen” - respect “Make way!” 2. Being #2 is a place of acceptance. (vs. 44-45) - of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:41-57

Denomination: Baptist

Woman At The Well - 2

Contributed by Steve Gladwell on Oct 28, 2001

Looking at the second of the three movements found in this story.

Have you ever wondered why the Israelites kept going back to worship idols? From the beginning of the Old Testament to the end, these idols appear repeatedly. Genesis 35 records Jacob’s instruction to his family: “Get rid of the foreign gods you have with you and purify yourselves”. Zechariah, the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

2 Advent C

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Dec 4, 2001

Jesus comes among us in our time and in our place.

2 Advent C Luke 3:1-6 10 December 2000 Rev. Roger Haugen This is a great text. The majesty of the writing, what would Christmas be without the Christmas text from Luke? "In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus . . . ." All the names and dates. Historical details that make ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran