Sermons on Abiding In The Vine:

Phonies In The Church

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 17, 2001

How to deal with false prophets.

Phonies In The Church People get too excited about nut cases, which claim to be prophets of God and various other lads/lassies that get into all sorts of scams and jams. Many people lose faith because their hero or favorite alma mater takes a nosedive. First, none of us are exempt from ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

She Brought Life To Her Village Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 3, 2001

In Judges chapters 4 and 5 we meet Deborah who is a great example for mothers today. (Real People True Stories - part two)

Deborah - "She Brought Life To Her Village" TEXT: JUDGES 4 & 5 Being a mother isn’t easy, and anyone who thinks it is... probably has never been a mother. Erma Bombeck in her book, "Motherhood the second Oldest Profession" writes; "I have always felt that too much time was given before birth, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spirituality - How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 28, 2000

Spirituality and carnality are abolute states. You can KNOW FOR SURE how to be filled with the Holy Spirit, and it’s totally a function of grace when you name your sins to God. It has NOTHING to do with works ("yielding", "surrendering", etc.)

Spirituality - How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit (1 John 1:9) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/spiritl.html] While the most confused issue for the unbeliever has to be the gospel with so many false choices and imitations, I believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

National Sin, Discipline, And Deliverance

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 30, 2000

God delivers the pivot of born-again believers who faithfully follow Him.

NATIONAL SIN, DISCIPLINE, AND DELIVERANCE (Judges 2:11-20; Lev. 26:14-39)) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/national.html] Today we’ll look at the topic of national sin, God’s discipline of a nation, and His deliverance when they confess ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:11-20, Leviticus 26:14-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wardrobe Witness

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Dec 14, 2000

This is a paper on the role of clothes in the Christian witness from two of the early church fathers.

WARDROBE WITNESS One topic being raised in almost every area of society is what constitutes proper attire. There is an apparent relevance of attire in schools, workplaces, nightclubs, private beaches, and even churches. Some people have suggested that if students dressed in uniforms there would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:3-5, 1 Timothy 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Wardrobe Witness

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Dec 14, 2000

This is paper concerning the role the Christian Wardrobe plays in our Witness

WARDROBE WITNESS One topic being raised in almost every area of society is what constitutes proper attire. There is an apparent relevance of attire in schools, workplaces, nightclubs, private beaches, and even churches. Some people have suggested that if students dressed in uniforms there would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9, 1 Peter 3:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Attributes Of God - Active In The Life Of Christ To Leader

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 21, 2001

Praises for the attributes of God from one who was active in the life of Christ to the Leader

255. God Who Was Active in the Life of Jesus Christ – I praise you Father for actively working in and through Christ and His ministries while He was on earth. “The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel - which means, ‘God with us.” (Matt. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wonderful Multiple Ministry Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 23, 2001

The Wonderful Multiple Ministry of the Holy Spirit

John 16:13 Theme - The Spirit of God has been sent by the Father to live in every believer for the revealing of truth. What are some advantages of having someone tell you the truth? The man who finds truth lights a torch for his friends. Truth is immortal. The Holy Spirit lives within each ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jews And Muslims Worshipping Christ The Lord

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2007

A review of the transformation of semitic fighting during the Millennial reign of Christ the Lord.

“In that day there will be five cities in the land of Egypt that speak the language of Canaan and swear allegiance to the LORD of hosts. One of these will be called the City of Destruction. “In that day there will be an altar to the LORD in the midst of the land of Egypt, and a pillar to the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 19:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Society At The Time Of Christ's Return

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2007

A description of society during the Tribulation.

Being asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, he answered them, “The kingdom of God is not coming with signs to be observed, nor will they say, ‘Look, here it is!’ or ‘There!’ for behold, the kingdom of God is in the midst of you.” And He said to the disciples, “The days are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:22-37

Denomination: Baptist

Part 5 - Jesus Can Soothe Me. Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 12, 2007

There are broken hearts everywhere around us today, even here in our church. But Jesus Christ can heal your broken heart. How does He do it?

Jesus Can 2007 Part 5 - Jesus Can Soothe Me. Luke 4:14-21 Sermon by: Rick Crandall - March 4, 2007 *This sermon was preceded by a testimony from a one of our members. Here is an edited version of the testimony: The title of Bro. Rick’s current sermon series is “What Can Jesus Do For Me?” Well, on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

And Jesus Marveled

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jun 22, 2007

This message deals with what makes Jesus Marvel, Smile as it relates to the acts of a human personality. Beblessed as your read and/or listen to this message!

I want to use this preaching moment to explore with you Matthew 8:5-10 (read). I want to highlite this headline in our little chat: “Jesus Marveled.” Basically in the 8th, 9th, 11th and 12th chapters of Matthew, Matthew is treating the Ministry of the Master to the Disenfranchised. Those poor, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Knockin' On Heaven's Door Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jul 16, 2007

What’s heaven like?

*ILL>One Sunday morning a preacher asked the congregation, "How many want to go to heaven?" Hands went up everywhere. However one little boy on the front row didn’t raise his hand. The preacher, thinking maybe the boy hadn’t heard the question, asked again, "How many want to go to heaven?" Again, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

What Matters To God Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007

Sermon’s purpose is to motivate people to pray, "God, give me your heart for lost people."

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

If Ten Different People Give You Ten Different Ways To Heaven- Who's Right?

Contributed by Larry Moyer on Mar 14, 2007

To get to heaven, Christ is the way, the truth and the life.

Following or getting directions – for both men and women it can be humorous and frustrating. On more than one occasion I have heard men say, "My wife is so lousy at directions. Every time she steps outside the house and turns around, she’s lost.” Just as often I have heard a wife say about her ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational