Sermons on Abstaining From Evil:

From Thorns To Thankfulness Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

Paul could have easily boasted on how he had it all together and everything he had accomplished, but as soon as he wanted to boast, God gave him a thorn to remind him that it is wasn’t about him. What is a thorn? Thorns are any form of physical issues, hu

From Thorns to Thankfulness 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 A seaman meets a pirate in a bar, and take turns boasting of their adventures on the high seas. The seaman notes that the pirate has a peg-leg, hook, and an eyepatch. The seaman asks "So, how did you end up with the peg-leg?" The pirate replies "We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Methodist

From Insulation To Intimacy Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

This message talks about the call of God in your life to an intimate relationship with Him. The fact is that most Christians never get to that point in their relationships, let alone with God. We insulate ourselves, fearful of becoming too vulnerable and

From Insulation to Intimacy Genesis 12: 1-9 David Needham in his book, “Close to His” tells the story of a missionary in China who found it necessary to be gone from his family for an extended period of time. Aware that his leaving would not be understood by his youngest daughter, he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

From Denial To Deliverance Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

In our Scripture today, Jacob lived a life of denial and deception. From the time Jacob was born, he had an internal struggle with his own personal identity.

From Denial to Deliverance Genesis 32:22-28 Brennan Manning tells a story
in his book, “The Ragamuffin Gospel” of entering a 28-day alcohol treatment program and meeting Max.
Early on in the program,
they had to sit in a circle with a leader
and tell the other ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-28

Denomination: Methodist

From Jerusalem To Antioch

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 18, 2010

A contrast of Jerusalem and Antioch, Peter and Paul, and law and grace -- How God bridged the gap and sent the good news around the world! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

From Jerusalem to Antioch Galatians 2:1-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Jerusalem2Antioch.html We have seen that the Lord Jesus Christ communicated the gospel directly to Paul. Was it the same gospel that the other apostles had received from the lips of the Lord? We will see the oneness of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

From Nobody To Somebody Series

Contributed by Robert Fa’atoia-Collins on Aug 24, 2010

When God called Gideon, he was hidding and scared, but a few confirmation assured him of God's purpose in his life. What about you?

When I was a Dairy Farmer and up before dawn, I can testify to the fact that the darkest hour is just before dawn. But then the light breaks through and the darkness is quickly dispelled. In the same way in the midst of impossible odds God breaks into our lives and our situations to declare ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Power From On High

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 24, 2010

To deal with problems here below we need Power from on High. This sermon is only for people who want the power of God.

Lu 24: 49 Jesus said: (And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. Lu 3:16-17 John answered, saying unto them all, I indeed baptize you with water; but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Shout From The Cross

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Aug 29, 2010

The wrenching words of Jesus ushered forth from his lips while his sacrificial blood splashed on the ground. While his body is in excruciating pain and his tongue is tormented in thirst – Jesus cries out from those parched lips and says “FATHER FORGIVE

A SHOUT FROM THE CROSS INTRO: The last word’s of a dying person are normally never forgotten. I have witnessed some pour out their hearts to God while others linger off into eternity quietly. Usually the last words of a dying person conveys their innermost thoughts, values, priority and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Christian Church

Appeals From The Heart

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 4, 2010

In this sermon, Paul offers some appeals to believers that are very handy for successful Christian living.

APPEALS FROM THE HEART GALATIANS 4:12-20 INTRODUCTION Have you ever stopped to think of the many appeals that are made on any given day? There is the appeal from the pastor to his flock for greater commitment to God's work. He appeals to his leadership for more excitement about their work. There ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Invitations From Heaven

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 18, 2010

RSVP today Christ is calling you now.

INVITATIONS FROM HEAVEN 2nd Cor. 9:11Being enriched in every thing to all bountifulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God. Jesus sends out three invitations to all man kind , we need to answer as quick as we can. 1. Come --to the Thirsty ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:11

Denomination: Baptist

Freedon From Worrying

Contributed by Nelson De Jesus on Sep 24, 2010

This sermon will teach how a believer can be free from worrying.

Topic: FREEDOM FROM WORRYING Text: Phil. 4:6-7 Introduction:  The word “anxiety” in the N.T. is also translated as “worry or care”. 1. The word has a legitimate usage: ex. Being concerned for another’s needs, for the welfare of the church, or in pleasing the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Animals

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Oct 14, 2010

The man of God (Job) tells us to ask the beasts and see what we could learn from them. Even animals can teach us spiritual character.

Title: LESSONS FROM THE ANIMALS Text: Job 12:7; 35:11 Intro: It is written that though man and beast were both created on the 6th day, men did not originate from animals (Gen. 1:24-31). Man and beast were separately created. In the Bible we see that men are compared to animals. The Bible teaches ...read more

Scripture: Job 12:7

Denomination: *other

Hope From The Scriptures

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Oct 20, 2010

Hopelessness is everywhere. Experts predict that depression will be the second-leading reason to see a physician by 2020. It is spreading like a virus… what can we do? The answer is the Word of God (2 Timothy 3:16). The Bible not only contains hope – but

Hopelessness is everywhere. Experts predict that depression will be the second-leading reason to see a physician by 2020. It is spreading like a virus… what can we do? The answer is the Word of God (2 Timothy 3:16). The Bible not only contains hope – but it is hope! It is powerful, it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Word From God Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Oct 21, 2010

When God wants to change a community He is more concerned about whether the hearts of His people are ready to be used then with those who don’t know Him yet.

God’s voice do we really believe He can speak to us and that we can hear Him? It’s funny because people talk about hearing from God all the time, but do we really expect to hear from Him, audibly? Today we are going to look at a passage where the Luke says that the Apostle Paul had a vision where ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Moving On From The Past

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009

Discussion of Philippians 3:12-14.

Moving on from the Past Philippians 3:12-14 September 20, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: As was made painfully obvious last Sunday, I recently had a birthday. I turned 45 on September 11th. One of the things I find myself ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Letter From The Lord

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jun 3, 2010

Jesus sent a letter to the seven churches in Asia...what if He sent a letter to our church?

A LETTER FROM THE LORD Text: Revelation 3:7, 8 Introduction: • What if Jesus wrote us a letter like He did these seven churches in Asia? • Each letter has a commendation, a complaint, and a blessing or promise I. Commendation a. Fellowship b. Acceptance c. Tolerance d. Not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-8

Denomination: Baptist