Sermons on Abusive Power:

Prepare For The Powerful One

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 6, 2002

how John prepared the people for Christ and how we also do

December 8, 2002 Mark 1:1-8 The beginning of the gospel about Jesus Christ, the Son of God. It is written in Isaiah the prophet: “I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way”- “a voice of one calling in the desert, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Power And Peace In The Storm Series

Contributed by William Lollar on Jan 6, 2003

The storms of life can come up quickly and unexpectedly, but our greatest comfort is knowing that the Lord Jesus not only sees our struggles, but He has the power to bring peace in the midst of the storm.

Power and Peace in the Storm John 6:15-21 I. The Problem with Misplaced Enthusiasm (vs. 15) a. It will dull your spiritual sensitivities with carnal pleasures (see Mark 6:52;Ecclesiastes 5:1; Proverbs 28:26) b. It will quickly put your will at odds with the Father’s will (Proverbs 18:2; ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Got The Power

Contributed by Laura Leblanc on Jan 6, 2003

This sermon is designed to encourage people who are being tested and tempted.

This morning I want to speak to you about a very familiar person in the Bible, Job. Most people think about patience and suffering when they hear the name Job. Today I want you to clear your mind and think about the conversation that took place in heaven. The conversation between God and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Harnessing The Power Of The Tongue

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 12, 2003

We should seek to harness the tongue because: (1) It has great power to do good and evil (2) Our speech reveals our heart (3) It glorifies God.

In last week’s message, I gave four reasons why it can be a spiritually beneficial practice for us to make and keep resolutions. They stimulate us to think about what it means to be godly; what it means to be conformed to the image of Christ. They express our faith in God’s promises to transform ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Baptist

The Source Of Your Power

Contributed by Ted Palaroan on Jan 17, 2003

How does God meet your deepest needs

The Source Of Your Power How God Meets Your Deepest Needs Genesis 17:1-3 By Pastor Ted Palaroan All of us at sometime in our lives have felt weak and useless. We’ve struggled with some problem that seems to always defeat us and bring us down. During those times we ask ourselves, were do I get ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of The Love Of God

Contributed by Timothy Brewington Ii on Sep 11, 2003

There are times in your life when it seems like everything that can go wrong, has. In these times it seems like no good thing will come your way. You feel like all hope is lost and God Himself has walked away from you. But, I want you to know that God

Scripture: Romans 8:36-39, 2 Corinthians 1:10

Denomination: Apostolic

The Person And Power Of Satan

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 15, 2003

A look at the origin and destiny of Satan

He is vilified by some and deified by others. Throughout the centuries he has been feared by some and worshipped by others. Almost every culture has a name for him and most can tell you what he looks like. As Christians we have several names for him, Lucifer, the Devil, the Evil one but probably ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Prevailing Power Of The Church Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 15, 2003

Last in 16 week series on 1 Corinthians. There is a terrible fire of evil in our world. God has called the church to put it out.

The Prevailing Power of the Church Slide 1 There is a terrible fire in our world… photo of fire and house This week is the second anniversary of the September 11th attacks on our country. 19 Men used airliners filled with people against the World Trade Center Towers and the Pentagon and over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Day Of Gods Power

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 18, 2003

Sickness, disease, poverty, lack, lukewarmness, selfishness, indifference, whatever the situation is (A day of Gods Power changes everything)

Ps 110:3 Thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power, in the beauties of holiness from the womb of the morning: thou hast the dew of thy youth. Ps 62:11 God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God. Ps 21:13 Be thou exalted, LORD, in thine own strength: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of A Woman's Womb

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Sep 24, 2003

The value of mothers in the spiritual life of family.

May 11, 2003 HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US Proverbs 31: 10-31 The Power of a Woman’s Womb It is my great joy and privilege to greet all the mothers this afternoon- HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! For me it’s something that I couldn’t afford to miss because indeed our mothers are precious gift from the Lord. God’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Methodist

Power From A Prayer

Contributed by Rodney Mason on Aug 6, 2001

A sermon that deals with the power of prayer and how God works in through prayer.

INTRODUCTION: Solomon in 2 Chronicles 6:1-11, he address the people to pray to God, and he does it also. In the same chapter 6:12-42, deals with Solomon prayer to God for himself and Israel. As soon as the prayer ends God sends fire from heaven to consume the offerings. The glory of God filled ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Witnessing By The Power Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 14, 2001

At times Christians know their theology of the Holy Spirit without sensing the miracle that lies within them

OPEN: This is the first our series on “Connecting with Jesus” and our text tells of how we can connect with Jesus in our witnessing. TEXT: Acts 1:8 One night a wife found her husband standing over their infant’s crib. As she watched him looking down at their very first baby, she saw on his face ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Another Word For Power

Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001

Everyone wants power. But are you willing to get it God’s way?

I. Power A. ‘Hand of the Lord’ 1. Isaiah 59:1, “Behold, the LORD’S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; Nor His ear heavy, That it cannot hear” 2. 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 “Your hand would be with me” 3. Acts 11:21, “And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:7-8, 2 Corinthians 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

"The Power Of The Gospel"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Sep 14, 2001

The power of the Gospel is tremendous.

Title: “The Power Of The Gospel” Scripture: Romans 1:16-17 Introduction: The gospel is the one and only message that has tremendous power and the one thing that Christians should not be ashamed of. It is a message that came from God, and is centered around His Son, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Powerful Prayer Heals

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why do you suppose that so many believers live as if they are unbelievers in Godâs power? Perhaps, this is one of the saddest ironies of life. In this passage, Peter gives us two examples of a person who confidently prayed for God’s power to accomplish wh

1. Why do you suppose that so many believers live as if they are unbelievers in Godâs power? Perhaps, this is one of the saddest ironies of life. In this passage, Peter gives us two examples of a person who confidently prayed for God’s power to accomplish what appeared to be impossible. Peter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational