Sermons on A Gift:

The Scandal Of Grace

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 21, 2013

We receive grace when we are born again. This saving grace is not something we can earn or work for; it’s a free gift given by a gracious God. Today, I will attempt to answer the question, “What’s So Amazing About Grace?”

2 September 2005 The Scandal of Grace Matthew 20:1-20:16 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Tongues Pt. 5 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 18, 2013

The belief that the gifts of the Spirit, the working of miracles and other signs ceased with the last apostle (or the close of the biblical canon/66 books) is called cessationism. The only problem is there is not a single shred of evidence in Scripture or

Tongues 5 - Praying in the Spirit Through Church History Dr. Mike Fogerson Aug. 22, 2012 A The belief that the gifts of the Spirit, the working of miracles and other signs ceased with the last apostle (or the close of the biblical canon/66 books) is called cessationism. 1 The last disciple died ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Tongues Pt. 6 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 19, 2013

Tongues (Prayer Language) is when the spirit of man is praying to God or speaking for God in a language the speaker has never learned. Tonight, I want you know the difference between prophetic tongue & private tongue.

9-5-12 Tongues 6 Dr. Mike Fogerson A Tongues (Prayer Language) is when the spirit of man is praying to God or speaking for God in a language the speaker has never learned (1 Cor. 14.2). 2 For one who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God; for no one understands , but in his spirit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Tongues 7 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 26, 2013

A prophetic tongue in a service can be a blessing, encouraging & comforting. In 1 Cor. 14, Paul went to great lengths to set the limitations/order of the prophetic gift of tongues in a public worship setting. Many Christians/Churches/Denominations have sh

Tongues 7 September 26, 2012 Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: A Story 1 A prophetic tongue in a service can be a blessing, encouraging & comforting. a Build expectation, bolster receptivity in people’s hearts. b We’ve learned there are limits in public use of tongues. aa At most ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:39

Denomination: Baptist

Tongues 8 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 26, 2013

Today, Pentecostalism is a fast growing, mainstream movement with its modern epicenter found in 19th century with the Holiness movement.

Tongues 8 Oct. 3, 2012 Dr. Mike Fogerson A A few weeks ago I taught how there was an unbroken line on gifts through out the history of the church (first century, medieval, modern era.) 1 Today, Pentecostalism is a fast growing, mainstream movement with its modern epicenter found in 19th century ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:44-48

Denomination: Baptist

Tongues 9 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 26, 2013

In 2006, Benedict Carey wrote on research done at the University of Pennsylvania on speaking tongues. The article, available on the New York Times website, relates of “the passionate, sometimes rhythmic language-like pattern that pours forth from those wh

Tongues Series 9 of 10 Oct. 10, 2012 A In 2006, Benedict Carey wrote on research done at the University of Pennsylvania on speaking tongues. 1 The article, available on the New York Times website, relates of “the passionate, sometimes rhythmic language-like pattern that pours forth from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

Tongues 10 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 8, 2013

This is the last of this series on private prayer languages.Nine Cautions that need to be understood with Prayer Languages.

Tongues Series 10 of 10 Oct. 14, 2012 Introduction: A Caution B This is the last of this series on private prayer languages. 1 Caution is needed. 2 Pray II Nine Cautions that need to be understood with Prayer Languages. A First, Do not expect all to operate in the same gifts in the same way. 1 22 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

Many Parts - One Body Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 1, 2012

Are you using your talents and gifts as God intends... for His glory? Your position in Christ is ALL because of His Grace and not because of anything we have done.

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: October 1, 2012 Date Preached: September 30, 2012 Church: Oak Park BC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: A Series In Romans Title: Many Parts – One Body Text: Romans 12:3-8 ETS: Paul knew unity was crucial and all believers have a part to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Be The Church Series

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 28, 2020

There are simply far too many Christians out there who have this mistaken belief that church is just something that you go to for an hour or an hour and a half on Sunday morning. The truth is — you don’t go to church; you are the church!

TITLE: BE THE CHURCH SCRIPTURE: ROMANS 16:1-2 I want to continue with Part-iii of our series entitled “THE CHURCH SERIES.” • First message of this series was entitled “The Church” • Last Sunday message entitled “The Church Has Left the Building” • This morning I want to tag this message “Be the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

What Is God's Will For The Church?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 9, 2021

One of the great gifts that God has given us is His Church. God uses our fellow believers to help us grow in Christ—and to know His Will.

A Christian businessman’s job suddenly ended. He couldn’t imagine what he was going to do or why he was laid off. He said, “I prayed and asked God to show me if I should take that job, but I never heard anything. So, I took it.” A pastor friend asked him, “What did your wife think about you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Decisions That Made Christmas

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Dec 21, 2015

A sermon recognizing and honoring the decisions that made Christmas possible.

Title: Decisions that made Christmas. Introduction. In 5 days from now we will celebrate the birth of Christ. Now of course nobody knows for sure what day of the year Jesus was actually born but the bigger point is that we do know he was born and that fact changed everything. The title of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christian Unity

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Jan 20, 2019

Unity in itself is neutral, it is what we are untied for that determines whether it is evil or good. So we need to answer the questions, what is Christian unity?

Every Christmas season my wife and I have the same conversation about gifts. She asks me what I want, and I tell here there is nothing that I want. I have reached that point in my life that if there is anything I want or need, and I have the funds I just go and get it. So, the idea of getting me ...read more

Leadership

Contributed by Bishop Dr. Bernard K. Kimani on Jan 17, 2021

Do You Desire to lead effectively? This is a basic introduction to the subject.

LEADERSHIP A. INTRODUCTION Everything rises or falls on leadership. A leader is a servant chosen and anointed by God. She receives direction from above in total humility and is full of love and humility all the time. Mark 10:43 A leader should understand the burden, roles, and responsibility of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Apostle Of Authority Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

All through history the primary battle has been the one over authority. Paul won out and the New Testament became the primary authority for the church.

Charles Dickens tells of how men react to bad news. Martin Chuzzlewit learns that the 50 acre tract in America in which he had invested all his savings turns out to be a hideous swamp. He sinks into a fever because of his sorrow, but Mark Topley who savings were also sunk in that same swamp ...read more

Doing Your Own Thing Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 3, 2021

Paul makes it clear to the Romans that they are to avoid both extremes of self-exaltation and self-devaluation. They are to think with sober judgment and just be honest about themselves.

Doctor A. J. Cronin, the famous physician and author, had a very critical professor when he was in medical school. He told Cronin that he might make a general practitioner, but he was hopeless as a surgeon, and Cronin believed him. Completing his medical training, he went to a remote village in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8