Sermons on Abide In The Word:

Why Spend Time In The Word?

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Dec 29, 2004

God commands us to spend time in His word. That is the only reason we need. But He did not stop with giving a command. He has given us more, literally dozens of more reasons to spend time in the Word.

"Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it." Joshua 1:8 God commands us to spend time in His word (see also: Ezekiel 3:10, 44:5, 2 Timothy 2:15). That is the only reason we need. But He did not ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Words From The Cross # 1 Series

Contributed by Dan Southern on Mar 9, 2004

This is the first sermon in a series about the words Jesus spoke from the cross.

Title: Words From the Cross #1 Sub Title: Forgiveness Text: Luke 23: 34 Romans 3:19 “This was the most unusual pulpit” “His last words were impressive” -J. Oswald Chambers A. The seven sayings from the cross are: A DOCTRINAL ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Church Of God

Words From The Cross #2 Series

Contributed by Dan Southern on Mar 9, 2004

This is the second sermon on the words of Jesus on the cross. This is a salvation message.

Text: Luke 23:39- 43 Title Words From the Cross # 2 Sub Title: Salvation It is no mistake that Christ died in the manner that he did. A. It is not a salvation of coincidence or chance. Isaiah 53:12 Mark 8:31 Luke 19:10 Revelation 5:6 Galatians 4:4 John 8:38 John 5:30 John 3:16 2 Peter ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Church Of God

Words From The Cross # 3 Series

Contributed by Dan Southern on Mar 9, 2004

This sermon address the topic of how close one is to the cross.

Title: Words from the Cross Sub Title: Close to the Cross (Affection) Text: John 19: 25- 27 “Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing” Luke 23:34 (A word of forgiveness) “Assuredly, I say unto you, today you will be with me in paradise” Luke 23: 39- 43 (A word of ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Word Becomes Flesh

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 5, 2006

Christmas 1 - God’s Word becomes flesh as Jesus comes to all of mankind and as believers become God’s children.

JOHN 1:10-14 - Christmas 1 - January 1, 2006 (Outline) INTRO: Awe and wonder fill our hearts as we look back at the past year and see how God has taken care of us every day. There is awe and wonder when we consider the infinite care and concern of our God who even knows the numbers of hairs on ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-14

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Word Produces Godliness

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

III. THE PROPER RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD PRODUCES GODLINESS THAT PROVOKES PERSECUTION A.

III. THE PROPER RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD PRODUCES GODLINESS THAT PROVOKES PERSECUTION A. The Proper Response to God's Word Will Produce Godliness 1. For Two Reasons: a. Because of the Integration of Faith b. Because of the Power of God's Word -- the message comes from God with energizing power to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Words To His Church

Contributed by James May on Aug 8, 2001

Sometimes after a correction for our failures, God just wants to wrap His arms around His children and show them His love.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church Growth By God's Word

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 27, 2002

As God Word increased, the church in the book of Acts increased.

Careful examination of the New Testament church depicts a vibrant, sustenant, and growing body, whose strength can largely be contributed to the powerful preaching of the apostolic message. This preaching, though basic in theme, was the solid foundation upon which Christ built His church. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Church Of God

Wonderful Words For Wounded Workers

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

John 16:1-14 WONDERFUL WORDS FOR WOUNDED WORKERS The disciples were hurting because Jesus was going to leave them.

John 16:1-14 WONDERFUL WORDS FOR WOUNDED WORKERS The disciples were hurting because Jesus was going to leave them. These words given by Jesus were designed to encourage them. When we are hurting, the place to go is God’s Word for encouragement. THE PURPOSE OF JESUS’ WORDS - Vss. 1, 4 THE ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Church Witnesses In Words And Actions Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 4, 2008

The church carries out its calling to be witnesses to the ends of the earth through the gifts and talents of Christ’s disciples in everyday situatiosn in life.

Acts 3:1-16 “The Church Witnesses in Words and Actions” INTRODUCTION We continue on our path of discovery. Our goal is to gain greater insight and understanding about the Church, by studying the early Christians who are portrayed in the Book of Acts. So far we have learned that the early ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Trouble In The World, Peace In The Word

Contributed by John Butler on Feb 19, 2008

Bible Promises in Troubled Times.

Trouble In The World, Peace In The Word... Praise God Church!!! a) Daily Renewal... Read: 2Co 4:8 We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; 2Co 4:9 Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; 2Co 4:10 Always bearing about in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-18

The Word We Hate The Most

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Feb 19, 2008

The word we hate the most is "no" and yet practicing Lenten disciples of fasting, praying, and giving can enrich us when we say "no" to the world and "yes" to God.

Introduction: The passage we will read tonight is the traditional reading for Ash Wednesday. It focuses our attention on the three disciplines of Lent: Praying, Fasting, and Giving. You will hear each one described. Tonight we’re going to discuss how to practice those disciplines. Hear now the ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

If Jesus Did Not Say A Word

Contributed by Devon Witherspoon on Feb 20, 2008

What do you do when it seems like the LORD do not hear you.

If JESUS did not say a Word Prayer Text: Matthew 15:21-28 Then Jesus went thence, and departed into the coasts of Tyre and Sidon. 22And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou son of David; my daughter is grievously ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Final Words, Part Two Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Mar 9, 2008

Lessons we can learn from Jesus’ final words on the cross.

Intro>D. M. Stearns was preaching in Philadelphia. At the close of the service a stranger came up to him and said, “I don’t like the way you speak of the cross. I think that instead of emphasizing the death of Christ, it would be far better to preach Jesus as our teacher and our example.” Dr. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

Final Words, Part One Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Mar 9, 2008

Lessons we can learn from Jesus’ final words on Good Friday. Part one of two-part message.

<>The final words of a person are very important. --Our judicial system gives the final words of an individual extra weight, extra status in court trials, deeming death-bed testimonies to be of a special nature. --The final conversations of a pilot and others in the cockpit of an airplane provide ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:66-71

Denomination: Baptist