Sermons on A Epiphany 9:

Abraham Teaches True Christian Character

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 12, 2003

PENTECOST 9(C) - Abraham teaches true Christian characters as he weclomes the Lord and follows God’s Word.

ABRAHAM TEACHES TRUE CHRISTIAN CHARACTER GENESIS 18:1—14 AUGUST 10, 2003 GENESIS 18:1-14 1The LORD appeared to Abraham near the great trees of Mamre while he was sitting at the entrance to his tent in the heat of the day. 2Abraham looked up and saw three men standing nearby. When he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Stewardship

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on Mar 20, 2004

Cor 9:6-15 6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly

Stewardship Cor 9:6-15 6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. 7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. 8 And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Of The Spirit In Our Lives

Contributed by William Yates on Oct 14, 2003

In this message we explore how the Holy Spirit works in our lives as laid out in Romans 8:9-30.

Sanctifying Work of the Spirit in our Lives It was nearing the end of Jesus’ life on earth. The disciples were still self-centered and timid. They had been with Him for three years in His ministry throughout Palestine. They had seen Him calm storms, drive out demons, heal lepers, and raise a dead ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-30

Jesus: Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Dec 18, 2006

Looking at the names of Jesus in Isa. 9:6, we begin by discovering how our Wonderful Counselor relates to us.

Does anyone know what their name means? Mine means “great”. Chris means follower of Christ. How did you get your name? Were you named after someone special? I must admit that there are some interesting names out there today. For the next four weeks, we’re going to be looking at some very ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

40 Days Of Prayer And Fasting

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 31, 2007

I went to a conference where Elmer Towns spoke on 9 different types of fasts. This sermon was inspired by his presentation.

Introduction 1. Email Funny (top 10 women drivers) Read Text: Isaiah 58:6-8 2. 9 Fasts in Scripture1 Here in these 3 verses, we see 9 different types of fasts… I’m going to try to hit each one real quick… Because some of you need to fast; but for different reasons… I am indebted to Elmer ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-8

Denomination: Nazarene

The Unshakable

Contributed by Monte Brown on Nov 13, 2007

In light of 9/11 one might ask the question; could we face the same fate as the Nation of Israel did?

The Unshakable Isaiah 2:6-22 Monte T. Brown September 16, 2001 Grace Southern Sunday Morning Scripture Isaiah 2:6-22 Introduction Could we face the same fate as the Nation of Israel did, as recorded in the Book of Isaiah? Is God sending a message to us? Isaiah 2:6-8 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:6-22

Denomination: Baptist

A "Fast" Message - Fasting And Prayer

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

3 TYPES OF FASTING AND God’s 9 main purposes for fasting. Link included to Powerpoint and formatted text version.

A “Fast” Message Is. 58:6-8 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html I. Definition Fasting=a voluntary withdrawing from food and/or drink, or other fleshly appetite, for a specified period of time. 3 most basic types of fasting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lest We Forget

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Sep 10, 2005

Some will forget 9/11 2001 but the church can never forget the Lords Table, what we need to remember.

1st Corinthians 11:23-26 On Thursday, September 20, 2001, President George W. Bush gave this much-anticipated speech, here are some excerpts. “On September the 11th, enemies of freedom committed an act of war against our country. Americans have known wars, but for the past 136 years ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"How Can A Loving God Allow The Suffering Of Good People?”

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 27, 2005

This sermon addressed the suffering people experienced following the 9-11-01 terrorist attack in New York and Washington, DC.

“How Can A Loving God Allow the Suffering of Good People?” I Peter 4:12-19 This past week has been a time of suffering for many people in America. Evil hearts resulted in killing friends and family members in San Francisco and Sacramento. Evil hearts planned for months to strike at the heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Free Methodist

Effective Personal Ministry Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 9, 2008

Exposition of Acts 9:32-43 regarding Peter’s ministry in Lydda and Joppa healing the sick and raising the dead

Text: Acts 9:32-43, Title: Effective Personal Ministry, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/10/08, AM A. Opening illustration: In all the recent church growth and development books a common thread that runs through them is how to get all the members in your church to be ministers and involved in ministry—to move ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer And The Call Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Jun 22, 2003

#9 in the series "Patterns for Prayer." Uses the call of Saul and Barnabas as an example of how prayer makes us available to the Lord.

In the eleventh century, King Henry III of Bavaria grew tired of court life and the pressures of being a monarch. He made application to Prior Richard at a local monastery, asking to be accepted as a contemplative and spend the rest of his life in the monastery. "Your Majesty," said Prior Richard, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:23, Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wdjd? What Did Jesus Do? Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Mar 30, 2003

9th in the series "Conversations With Jesus." By washing the disciples feet Jesus demonstrated what’s important about servanthood.

During the American Revolution a man in civilian clothes rode past a group of soldiers repairing a small defensive barrier. their leader was shouting instructions, but making no attempt to help them. Asked why by the rider, he retorted with great dignity, "Sir, I am a corporal!" The stranger ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, John 13:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living In Trust Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 3, 2003

This is the 9th study in the study "Hope In The Darkness". This study looks at trusting in God even when it seems He is not there.

LIVING IN TRUST 1 Peter 4:12-19 Does it ever feel like God is on vacation? Like God has abandoned you? Most of the time, when a believer is having problems they automatically assume that God is mad at them and has abandoned them. As believers, we must learn how to live in trust. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

911 Aftershocks

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Sep 13, 2006

We were shocked by the events of 9/11! We are shocked by storms. God is shocked by our fear and lack of faith!

I. We are Shocked by Storms A. Jesus first addresses would be followers 1. Some only follow for conveniences,19, 20 2. Some only follow when it is convenient, 21 B. Jesus addresses His willing followers, 23 II. We are Shocked When He Sleeps, 24, 25; Mark 4:38 III. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

St. Paul's Wish To Be Accursed From Christ. Series

Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Oct 28, 2004

This Sermon is #9 from Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas, Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut.

INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON IX. St. Paul’s Wish to be accursed from Christ. Romans ix.3 "For I could wish that myself were accursed from Christ for my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh." FEW ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational