Sermons on A Fond Affection:

The Problem With Sin

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jun 13, 2002

A lesson about the affect of adultery in David’s life, that should serve as a warning today.

THE PROBLEM WITH SIN I/ DAVID’S SIN A. BEGINS WITH IDLENESS: - 2 Samuel 11:1 B. CENTERS AROUND SELF: - 2 Samuel 11:2 C. HAPPENS WHEN MAN FORGETS GOD’S WORD: - 2 Samuel 11:3 D. IS IMPOSSIBLE TO HIDE: - 2 Samuel 11:6-11 E. DRAGS MAN DEEPER INTO MORE SINS - ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Retirement

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 9, 2004

There is no retirement from service to God, but there are seasons of life that affect what kind of service we do.

Thoughts about the passage: Dr. Charles H. Hennekens of Harvard Medical School says that retirement may increase a man’s risk of dying of heart attack. His statement - “We found an 80 percent higher rate of death from coronary disease among those in a study who had retired compared with those ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 8:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Day God Ran

Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Oct 7, 2002

Our lives are based upon relationships and our relationship to God is affected by the way we live.

“The Day God Ran” Luke 22:31-32; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20 Luke 22:31-32 "Simon, Simon, behold, Satan has demanded permission to sift you like wheat; but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail; and you, when once you have turned again, strengthen your brothers." 2 Corinthians 5:18-20 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living Within Our Means Without Being Mean Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 27, 2006

Handling money can be a spiritual and moral issue, since its use or misuse affects others.

Living Within Our Means Without Being Mean (Romans 13:8) Last week, we talked about why many of us struggle with overspending. Whereas frugality is good, we are also commanded to be generous. Lars asked Ole, "Do ya know da difference between a Norvegian and a canoe?" "No, I don’t," said Ole. "A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Communicate, Will You? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 21, 2006

We should do our best developing the skills that affect everyday life, like communication.

Communicate, Will You? (topical) 1. A man with a wife and daughter picked up the phone and dialed his home. There was a phone in the kitchen and an extension upstairs. Two female voices answered simultaneously, “I’ve got it,” followed by two clicks as both hung up. Bits and Pieces, Dec, 1991, p. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

As I Have Loved You

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Mar 22, 2002

How to respond to another person’s emotional needs in a biblical way through the showing of affection

(Meeting the Need for Affection) Text: John 15:9-14 In his memoir, Education of a Wandering Man, the western writer Louis L’Amour repeats a charming story about two stage actresses of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. He tells how Sarah Bernhardt, the great French actress, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Church Is What?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 31, 2001

The Christian today has a distorted view of the church and it has been affecting its divine mission.

Church is what? Thesis: The Christian today has a distorted view of the church and it has been affecting its divine mission. Text: Acts 2:38-47; Acts 4:32-37 Acts 2:38-47 “The Message” Peter said, “Change your life. Turn to God and be baptized, each of you, in the name of Jesus Christ, so your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:32-37, Acts 2:38-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Secret Sins And What They Cause

Contributed by David Rogers on Jun 2, 2007

A sermon on why sin no matter how small or large affect not only the individual but the nation as a whole.

Our Secret Sins And What They Cause 1 Kings 11:1-13 Prayer Introduction Two theological students were walking along a street in the White chapel district of London, a section where old and used clothing is sold. "What a fitting illustration all this makes!" said one of the students as he pointed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The King Is Born Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 9, 2008

How the birth of Jesus was special and the special events that God orchestrated and how that affects us today.

A King is Born Born to a Woman who was a Virgin Born to a Man who was Virtuous Born in Fulfillment of a Vision Born to be God with Us Slide Intro As the ushers collect our offering, I want you to listen to this story. There were hundreds of people that were gathered outside to get a glimpse of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 2: How To Know The Line Between Right And Wrong

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 24, 2010

How to know how sin affects our relationship with Christ, and what God expects of us.

A. WHAT GOD EXPECTS OF YOU 1. Separate from sin. “Be ye holy, for I am holy” (I Peter 1:16). 2. Perfection. “You shall be perfect, just as your Father in Heaven” (Matt. 5:48). B. WHAT IS THE LINE BETWEEN RIGHT AND WRONG? Anything that dims my vision of Christ, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Baptist

Bread Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 11, 2009

True discipleship is all about personal committment that affects you every day and all day.

Bread of heaven John 6:51-65 Some people thirst after riches and some thirst after fame but there’s one thing the whole world thirsts after, and that’s salted peanuts. We have in this passage and account of a whole multitude of people who had the wrong ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-65

Denomination: Baptist

Faith In Prayer Is A Heart Thing

Contributed by Monte Brown on Sep 2, 2008

There are five areas that we must examine to see if our attitude is affecting the powrer of our prayers.

Faith in Prayer is a Heart Thing John 1:13-14 Monte T. Brown August 17, 2008 Sunday Morning Heart O’ the Hills Introduction The son of God, Jesus Christ came to this earth so that we might fully understand God almighty. He walked on this earth in a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Multiply Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Apr 14, 2008

To impact something means to have an affect or to make an impression that would cause a change upon something.

PRAY Lord God and Father, open our eyes so we can see Your truth. Open our ears so w can hear Your voice. Open our mind so we can understand Your Word. And open our heart so we may receive all that You want me to receive. AMEN I received a Christmas card from our Open Bible leaders this year, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hot Topic Night: Music

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Feb 7, 2007

Should having a relationship with God affect what we listen to and how we listen to music?

***Start off with movie clip*** Tonight, we are going to be spending some time talking about music, which is something that is a really big part of most of our lives. Over the last twenty-five years, music, which was already a main focus in culture, has become an even bigger factor in our every ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shining Faces

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 15, 2007

A sermon on the transfiguration of Jesus and how his being "changed" or "transformed" affects our daily living.

Luke 9:28 – 36 Shining Faces Intro: “A teacher of a primary Sunday School class was reading this passage of scripture to her class. As she read, she noticed Johnny staring at her with a puzzled look. When she finished reading, she asked Johnny to tell her where Jesus was in the story. Johnny ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed