Sermons on Abide In Jesus:

Armed Forces

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 16, 2015

Armed Forces Day is time set aside to recognize members of the Armed Forces that are currently serving. I would propose to you that we can and should show appreciation for those who are presently serving in the Armed Forces.

Title: Appropriate Praise Theme: Biblically Supporting Our Armed Forces The Bible says, "No king is saved by the size of his army; no warrior escapes by his great strength. A horse is a vain hope for deliverance; despite all its great strength it cannot save. But the eyes of the LORD are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“a House Of Sacrifice” Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 20, 2015

God’s Presence is found at the place of sacrifice. a Those who are willing to give it all, offer it all, release it all have been blessed to receive ALL of God. b It is this kind of Christian who has allowed God full access to themselves that will make in these last days.

Manifest Presence Series “A House of Sacrifice” Pt. 1 (Inspired by Don Nori Sr.’s Manifest Presence: You Can Live Within The Veil) March 18, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A 2 Chronicles 7:11-12 (NASB) 11 Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD and the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Faith

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 1, 2015

When we choose to trust God enough to walk by faith rather than by sight, we exercise our faith and its capacity grows. Our spiritual lives are strengthened and we can live life to its fullest.

All of us want to be remembered after we die, but I'm sure most of us would not like to be remembered like these people, who had these supposed real epitaphs on their tombstones: 1. Here lies Johnny Yeast. Pardon me for not rising. 2. Here lies Butch. We planted him raw. He was quick on the ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Mixing Faith With The Word

Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on Jun 15, 2015

We can’t have someone else’s faith.

Hebrews 4:2 For we also have had the gospel preached to us, just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, because those who heard did not combine it with faith. The Israelites failed to trust what God was saying to them in the wilderness. God promised that he would care ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:2

Denomination: Charismatic

Keeping God In Sight Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 17, 2015

Keep God in sight, tell His stories, teach His Word and guard your heart.

We are going to look at Judges 2:6-15 [read]. The NIV bible entitled this section “Disobedience and Defeat”. • Two other words that I find appropriate to describe this chapter are compromise and complacency. • They compromised on God’s command and became ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:6-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

“pure Religion Responds To The Word Of God” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 22, 2015

Pure religion accepts and applies God's Word.

With our passage for today, we begin a consideration of what James calls, “pure religion.” He is describing those things which will lead the child of God to live out our call to truly be a disciple of Christ, a sincere Christ-follower, whose life can be used of God to really make a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Strong Arm Faith Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015

This message was for a long standing leader of the church. He was sometimes misunderstood, but always admired for his passion for the church. It was based on his wife's favorite verse about God's sustaining power in the midst of difficult circumstances.

Message The most important thing that I can say personally about Max **** is that he has made me a better minister and a better man. Let me share two reasons for that assessment: There was more to Max than first impressions. When I visited FCC for an interview weekend, nearly 19 years ago, I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Comeback

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 26, 2015

God makes our desert a garden; He turns our exile into homecoming.

MY MOTHER DIED when I was twenty-six. She was only fifty-seven. A few years before her death, she was diagnosed with cancer of the larynx. She fought it bravely, but, in time, it overtook her, and all too soon, by our accounts, she died. We had a service led by an Air Force chaplain at a local ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why The Bible Is Trustworthy

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 1, 2015

A brief and concise apologetic and summation of Bible development and trustworthyness

Why the Bible is Trustworthy (Pastor Eric J. Hanson) (2 Timothy 3:16, II Peter 3:15-16, II Peter 1:20-21) The Old Testament -Not under attack in this current wave of attacks; but constantly attacked across the last 160 years. Particularly Genesis and Daniel are hated and attacked. -Jesus and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be A Mighty Warrior Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 20, 2015

To be a mighty warrior for God, Gideon needs to overcome his disappointment with God and his doubts in God.

Judges 6:1-24, 33-40 Israel did evil in the sight of God, again. They worshipped the false gods of the Amorites (6:10) and were greatly oppressed by their enemies. • The Midianites, the Amalekites and other Eastern nations came against Israel in big numbers, like swarms of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-24, Judges 6:33-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God’s Covenant Of Grace Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 27, 2015

Are we submitting to God or still trying to live as His consultants? For the Christian, receiving the full portion of His grace depends on our answer to that and our willingness to submit to Him in every part of our life.

God’s Covenant of Grace Grace Sermon Series, Part 9 Exodus 6:6-8 Introduction - Next Sunday we will complete this series - Today, let’s turn to the book of Exodus, Chapter 6 - God’s grace produces tangible results in our lives -- It gives us peace for the future and hope to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Rebel Without A Cause"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 5, 2015

A sermon based on the parable of the Prodigal Son.

"Rebel Without a Cause" "Luke 15:11-32 A young woman writes: "My dad kept a coin jar on his dresser. Every night when he got home from work, the first thing he did was head upstairs to change his clothes. You could hear the familiar jangling of coins as they spilled from his pocket and he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: United Methodist

The Spirit & His Gifts 3

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 17, 2015

Looking at the 3 spiritual gifts of utterance: prophecy, tongues, and interpretation of tongues.

THE SPIRIT & HIS GIFTS 3 1 Cor. 12:8-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHAT FOOTBALL POSITION? 1. An elementary school girl was known for her bragging about her older brother who was on the Huntsville Hornets football team. 2. Of course, most people know that the Hornets have struggled in recent years ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Taming The Tongue" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 24, 2015

Let me begin by asking you a question that you will probably prefer not to answer. When was the last time your mouth got you in trouble? Have you ever said something this you wish you had not?

“Taming the Tongue” James 3:1-12 Let me begin by asking you a question that you will probably prefer not to answer. When was the last time your mouth got you in trouble? Have you ever said something this you wish you had not? If I were to ask you what is the most hurtful thing anyone ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Bait Of Mis-Understanding...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 26, 2015

Discuss greater love? In minutes misunderstanding can destroy years of work. Ministry and church work can bring great irritation and frustration... STRIVE TO UNDERSTAND... Give of yourself...

MIS-UNDERSTANDING IS A TERRIBLE BAIT? TRY TO UNDERSTAND HOW IMPORTANT UNDERSTANDING IS... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. A. HURT PEOPLE HURT PEOPLE. I have been thinking about life: ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God