Sermons on abase and abound: showing 331-345 of 9,460

Nt Survey - Philippians, Jesus, Others, You Series

Contributed by Paul Zeron on Oct 27, 2013

Joy is found in unity with Christ and with Christ in others

NT Survey - Philippians, Jesus, Others, You As we have looked at the books of the New Testament so far, we have seen some of the great doctrinal books. Romans and justification by faith, Galatians and how salvation cannot depend on our work and cannot be lost by our sin, Colossians and the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Decide Your 2018

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Nov 15, 2017

If we want our lives to be different in 2018 than it has been in 2017, then we must "write our vision" for 2018.

I don’t know about you, but there are some parts of 2017 I’m not very happy about. And there are parts of 2017 I’m not carrying into 2018. Can I get an “Amen”? In 2018, it’s going to be different for Barry. I can’t speak for anybody else but it’s going to be different for Barry. The title of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Things We Need For The New Year 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

As we enter a New Year, we never know what things will be like during the next 365 days. Some go to fortunetellers at this time of the year hoping to find out what the future holds for them.

But God had a purpose in us not knowing everything. Illus: A man was wandering around a fairground and he happened to see a fortuneteller's tent. Thinking it would be good for a laugh, he went inside and sat down. "Ahh....." said the woman, as she gazed into her crystal ball. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Cure For The Corona Virus Blues

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Apr 17, 2021

This message, written in 2020, shares the biblical cure for the stress, depression and anxiety associated with the Corona Virus pandemic.

If you haven’t noticed, there seems to be a lot of chaos in our world right now with the corona virus/Covid-19 pandemic. And in all honesty, there are times when I find myself feeling anxious and discouraged; but then I always find a way to bounce back emotionally. I am reminded of the blessings ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8, Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

"mind Your Own Business" Series

Contributed by John Bright on Aug 4, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"Mind Your Own Business" Luke 10:38-42 A sermon for 6/12/22 – Trinity Sunday Pastor John Bright Luke 10 “38 Now it happened as they went that He entered a certain village; and a certain woman named Martha welcomed Him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, who also sat at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, Philippians 4:11-12, Philippians 2:4, Ephesians 4:32, John 13:34-35, 1 John 3:17-18, 1 Timothy 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Seven Keys To Spiritual Buoyancy: Total Dependence (Key Two) Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Sep 17, 2023

Learning to totally depend on the Lord is the second key to spiritual buoyancy.

The Seven Keys to Spiritual Buoyancy: Total Dependence (Key Two) Introduction Last week we began our journey into discovering the secrets of the apostle Paul's resilient spiritual life. We are calling them keys to spiritual buoyancy. Buoyancy is "the ability or tendency to float in water ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Can!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 14, 2024

want to begin by asking you this question, and later we will go back to this question with the answer. “If God wants it done, can it be done?” “Does the Bible say with God most things are possible?”

(Thoughts from this message came, Dr. Neil Andersons devotion) I Can! Philippians 4:11-13 I want to begin by asking you this question, and later we will go back to this question with the answer. “If God wants it done, can it be done?” “Does ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Doing The Ds

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jan 25, 2003

Epiphany 3: For a world whose time is short - the only answer is to share the Good News - Jesus has ’done the Ds!’

Kicking and scratching and clawing – that’s how Jonah went to the big city of Nineveh. God had commanded him to go. “Tell the people that judgment is coming,” said God. The only thing between the Ninevites and judgment was this reluctant prophet. Now Nineveh was a powerful city, but it was also a ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Humble Prayer, Understanding God’s Kingdom, Power And Glory Forever.

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 18, 2015

When we understand that we pray to GOD our HEAVENLY FATHER, whose Kingdom, Power and Glory we live in, we are humbled before HIM, yet know that HE is the ONE AND ONLY ONE who can supply for all our needs.

2015.04.11.Sermon.Humble Prayer, understanding God’s Kingdom, Power and Glory forever. William Akehurst, HSWC When we understand that we pray to GOD our HEAVENLY FATHER, whose Kingdom, Power and Glory we live in, we are humbled before HIM, yet know that HE is the ONE AND ONLY ONE who can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chosen For The Most Vital Of Ministries-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 7, 2010

1 of 3. Zacharias & Elizabeth were chosen to fulfill His plan of salvation for mankind. God chooses people for His most vital of ministries. But what are their circumstances? You may be chosen for the most vital of ministries in the midst of...

CHOSEN for the MOST VITAL of MINISTRIES —Luke 1:5-25 Attention: There were two evil brothers. They were rich & used their money to keep their ways from the public eye. They even attended the same church & looked to be perfect Christians but the pastor was wise to their charade. Their church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Six Priniciples For A Happy And Sucessful Life Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 19, 2001

An examination of the last six commandments that deal with how we are to relate to our fellowman.

The Ten Commandments – Part III “Six Principles for a Happy and Successful Life” Exodus 20: 12-17 Last week we examined the first four commandments that defined for us what it means to love the Lord your God will all your heart, mind, soul and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Living Content In A Discontent World

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Feb 13, 2008

A Christian can show Christ by living content in a world of Discontentment. However, many have become just like the discontent world.

Living Content in a Discontented World Phil 4:12 Doing without I read where a preacher said, "I hate the ice cream man. He takes a nice content moment and turns it into cravings for something my children don’t need and can’t afford – and turns contentment into discontentment." But there’s an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:12

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Fixation - Looking In All The Wrong Places" Series

Contributed by Nick Panico on Apr 28, 2008

This is the 3rd message in the four part series on walking through the wilderness. This message deals with keeping our perspective during difficult seasons in life.

Wilderness– Pt.3 “Fixation – Looking In All The Wrong Places” Ex.16:1-3 – Pastor Nick S. Panico (Exo 16:1-3 NKJV) And they journeyed from Elim, and all the congregation of the children of Israel came to the Wilderness of Sin, which is between Elim and Sinai, on the fifteenth day of the second ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trying Times - “i Don't Know Why You're Calling On The Name Of Jesus” Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Aug 19, 2013

Confronting doubt in trying times, of change in leadership.

Trying Times – “I Don't Know Why You're Calling On The Name Of Jesus” by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (5/29/2013, 6/1/2013, 6/15/2013, 6/18/2013, 6/22/2013, 6/29/2013, 7/6/2013, 7/11/2013, 7/15/2013, 7/21/2013, 7/30/2013, 8/07/2013, 8/8/2013, 8/9/2013, 8/17/2013) ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:1-35

Denomination: Friends

Just Want To Bless Somebody

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 15, 2016

I think we often struggle today with service because we think it has to be some great act. If it’s not some great, newsworthy deed, we don’t think it is worth the effort.

TITLE: JUST WANT TO BLESS SOMEBODY SCRIPTURE: II KINGS 4:8-17 I guess I have entered the stage in my life where I am beginning to focus more upon the mark I will leave on this world. I am beginning to focus upon “WILL ANYONE CARE OR REMEMBER” when it’s my time to leave this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-17

Denomination: Baptist