Sermons on Abiding:

It’s Ok To Be Human

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

Message deals with the struggles Christians experience with their own failures and the condemnation the Accuser often brings. This sermon helps believers be realistic about their journey of faith and the power of God's grace in their lives.

Rom. 3:23 10/2/16 I want to begin this morning by reading a familiar verse, Romans 3:23, “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”i There are two verbs in that phrase and this translation accurately translates the tense. The first verb is in the past tense.ii In the past you have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Romans 7:1-25, Philippians 3:12-14, Romans 8:1-5, 2 Corinthians 12:9, 1 Peter 4:12, 1 John 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 30, 2018

Message 3 in our discussion of the foundation elements of a healthy walk. This message continues fleshing out the first element of continually cultivating a dynamic relationship with God with a focus on renewing our thinking.

Chico Alliance Church David Welch “CPR for a Healthy Walk" Part 3 INTRODUCTION Paul identifies an internal war between the flesh and the spirit for control of the soul. We only have the strength to wage this war when we have a strong heart. We must focus attention on four areas of the daily walk ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What If The Fields Are White? (John 4:27-42) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 20, 2022

If they are, we need to be far more bold, in intentional, about pointing people to Jesus. Bonus discussion of how Greek imperfect verbs work.

Today's message was a little short, so I'm going to try to cheat a little at the start, and explain something that may open up the Bible to you in really unexpected ways. And then, I'll try to show you a little how it works, and how cool this is, as I go through today's passage. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42, John 4:1-26

What A Friend I Have

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 6, 2025

Jesus knows that his earthly life is coming to an end.

What A Friend I Have “This is my commandment, That you love one another, as I have loved you.” John 15:12 Intro: Jesus knows that his earthly life is coming to an end. Soon he will go to Jerusalem and the crucifixion. Jesus is giving his beloved disciples some instructions to abide in love. To ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If We Live By Faith, The Lord Will Provide

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: It is a terrible thing to limit God.

Intro: It is a terrible thing to limit God. Israel had seen God part the Red Sea, after sending miraculous plagues on her enemies. Water flowed from a rock, and manna fell from Heaven. For 40 years there was no need for a rummage sale-for neither their clothes nor their shoes wore out! And, after ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:5-42

Part - Time Love

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 27, 2001

A BIBLICAL APPROACH TO A GROWING PROBLEM WITH BELIEVERS OF ALL WALKS AND DENOMINATIONS.

PART - TIME LOVE I CORINTHIANS 13:4 - 8 INTRODUCTION To understand the applicable text and it’s significance we must first clarify the correct nature of love and its definition. What is love? Love Is defined as: (A) An intense affectionate concern for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:26-32, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Blesses Who?

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jan 25, 2002

What kind of man does God bless? Or what kind of people does God bless? We are reading today "God bless America." Is America in a place spiritually and morally where God can bless it?

What kind of man does God bless? Or what kind of people does God bless? We are reading today "God bless America." Is America in a place spiritually and morally where God can bless it? Let’s examine God’s blessing and its conditions. This passage, according to verse 6, is illustrating "the way of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wedding Ceremony

Contributed by Joseph Wallis on Feb 22, 2002

a general wedding ceremony that can be edited to meet your needs

MARRIAGE SERVICE NAMES___________________________________________________ DATE OF WEDDING_________________________________________ TIME____________________________________________________ SPECIAL NOTES___________________________________________ Dear Beloved ---- ...read more

Scripture: John 2:2

Denomination: Baptist

A Thriving And Healthy Church

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Apr 7, 2002

Acts chapter 9 provides a snap-shot of a healthy and thriving church that was flowing with the Holy Spirit. This is an example to the church today.

 Many churches through the centuries have looked to the New Testament church in the Acts as a model of what Christ is wanting in his body  In Acts 9 we see an example of a healthy and thriving church MAIN TEXT: Acts 9:31 Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

5 Easter A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Apr 25, 2002

In a time of change the words "do not let your hearts be troubled" can be difficult words to hear but these are the words that direct us to Jesus, the Way, the Truth and the Life. Jesus, the only one we can depend on when all else is changing.

5 Easter A John 14:1-14 28 April 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen These words are so often read at funerals that it seems odd not to have a casket and flowers. These words are so often used to assure the family and friends of the deceased that the deceased is in a better place, a place assured from the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The How Or The Who?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 20, 2005

When God delivers us, He wants us to understand what is going on. His purpose is more than just to save our skin, but to teach us to trust Him.

Passage: Judges 6:11-24 Intro: The story of the Bible is the story of God calling men and women into a trust relationship with Him. 1. in this story, God is the constant pursuer and initiator of this relationship, mankind the consistent resister. 2. over the past two weeks, we have set the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Christian Identity I Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 29, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 2:4-5

Text: 1 Peter 2:4-5 Title: Christian Identity I Date/Place: LSCC, 7/10/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: State of Maine 2000 census statistics B. Background to passage: Coming off of his exhortation to desire the Word, specifically the statement about their tasting of the goodness ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Victor Rather Than A Victim

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 18, 2005

Being victorious rather than a victim to temptation.

How To Be A Victor Rather Than A Victim Matt. 4:1-11, 1 Peter 5:9-9 Oscar Wilde once said........."I can resist everything except temptation." Don’t worry about avoiding temptation. As you grow older, it will avoid you. Is there anyone here this morning that has not fallen victim to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God's Conditions For Answering Prayer

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 4, 2004

Too many people are frustrated, discouraged and disillusioned when they do not get their prayers answered. Here are eleven ways to help bring in the reign of God and see His will done and find sweet relief.

God’s Conditions for Answering Prayer Too many people are frustrated, discouraged and disillusioned when they do not get their prayers answered. Here are eleven ways to help bring in the reign of God and see His will done in, through and with your life. Hebrews 4:15-16 - "For we do not have a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Faith Touches The Anointing

Contributed by Tj Tipton on Jan 5, 2005

What God will do through those when their faith touches the anointing

Heb 11:1-6 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. (2) For by it the elders obtained a good report. (3) Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal