Sermons on Access To The Father:

Why Me?

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Mar 5, 2011

A consideration of the dangers of asking, "Why me?," and a presentation of how our focus should instead be on the fact that God is in control.

Title: WHY ME? Text: Rom 8:28 Date Preached: March 6, 2011 COPYRIGHT © JOE LA RUE, 2011. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ************************************************************************************* INTRODUCTION A. As most of you know, I’ve got a broken ankle. Let me briefly share with you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Boldness Against Brutality Series

Contributed by James Parker on Mar 6, 2011

We as christians need to be bold against brutality. Here's where it gets tough. Boldness against the brutality of Abortion. This morning we are going to take a look at how the world thinks about the subject as well as how God thinks about it, and what a

Boldness against Brutality The A-Z of Boldness Deuteronomy 18:9-13 "9 When thou art come into the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee, thou shalt not learn to do after the abominations of those nations. 10 There shall not be found among you any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus With Your Finances, Part 2 - Right Motivation For Giving Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2011

Second in stewardship series. This message discusses generosity in giving.

Following Jesus with Your Finances Part 2 - The Right Motivation for Giving 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 March 13, 2011 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY'S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Audio of this message can be heard at www.aberdeenwesleyan.org. Me: We’re in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Run For Your Life Series

Contributed by Roy Newton on Apr 1, 2011

This sermon examines the second part of the sixth petition of our Lord’s Pattern for Prayer, "And don't let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one", seeking to explore how God helps us not to fall for Satan's schemes.

A PATTERN FOR PRAYER RUN FOR YOUR LIFE! "If you think you are standing strong, be careful not to fall. The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Is The Most Excellent Way

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

You know, sometimes it is hard for those who profess to be Christians to behave like Christians should. We try to carry our crosses, but if someone crosses us, we tend to lose our composure & behave in much the same way the rest of the world behaves. B

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army ILL. Have you heard the story about the actor who was playing the part of Christ in the Passion Play in the Ozarks? As he carried the cross up the hill a tourist began heckling, making fun of him, & shouting insults at him. Finally, the actor had taken ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Greater Sanctuary

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

Jesus fulfils the Old Testament Sanctuary. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

A greater sanctuary Reading: Hebrews chapter 9 verses 1-28. Question: What do we mean by the term ‘Sanctuary’? Answer: ‘A specific holy place’. • In the Old Testament: • The sanctuary was primarily the tabernacle and then later the temple in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-28

Denomination: Brethren

Chased By God's Blessings

Contributed by James May on Nov 14, 2010

God's blessings are trying to overtake his people. Are we allowing those blessings to come into our lives or are we turning those blessings into curses through disobedience?

Chased By God’s Blessings Sunday, November 14, 2010 – AM By Pastor James May Our God has many characteristics. He is so great, in so many ways, that he is truly greater than our ability to fully discover just how great he really is. Only when we receive that glorified body, with ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pay No Attention To That Man Behind The Curtain Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 15, 2010

We avoid being deceived by developing godly wisdom that is based on truth.

[Show clip from “The Wizard of Oz” – “Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain” As we continue our journey through Revelation this morning, we’ll be introduced to a character that reminds me a lot of the man behind the curtain in the Wizard of Oz. Before ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Thanks Be To God! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 21, 2010

As I researched this sermon, I discovered a powerful message in Paul’s thanksgiving that was both simple and profound. What it taught me has changed my entire view of how to give thanks.

There’s a supposedly true story about a family was seated around their Thanksgiving table. As was their custom everyone shared what they were thankful for. From the oldest to the youngest, they each took their turn to express their praise. When they came to the 5 year old in the family, he ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church In Prayer

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010

The Church In Prayer. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Following Jesus requires action! We see that action in two ways: • The context is evangelism (sharing our faith with others); • Last week you probably noted that • Peter and John stood before the Sanhedrin (Jewish court); • Their crime verse 2 tells us was: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus’ Authority Is Sufficient

Contributed by Ellie Wakeman on Nov 22, 2010

The sermon explores the main truth that Jesus’ authority is enough.

You know, just this past week, I was reminded of an event that had occurred some years back that I wanted to share with you all. This young lady, in her mid 30s was at a time in her life when everything seemed to be going great! Every time she turned around things seemed to be falling right into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus And John The Baptist

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

Jesus and John the Baptist. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 7 verses 18-35. Ill: • Lord Halifax, who was a former foreign secretary of Great Britain, • Once shared a railway compartment with two prim-looking spinsters. • A few moments before reaching his destination the train passed through a tunnel. • In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Brethren

The Testimony Of A Fool!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

The testimony of a fool! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: chapter 12 verses Ill: This week I read a little prayer that someone prayed… • “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray my house, my home to keep. • I pray my stocks are on the rise, and that my analyst is wise. • That all the wine I sip is white, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Brethren

The Vineyard.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

The Vineyard. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 20 verses 1-16. One of the first expressions we learn as children is, “That’s not fair.” • One thing that life seems to teach us, is that this statement is right; • Life doesn’t seem to be fair. In fact it seems to be quite the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Brethren

Lawlessness: The Man And The Mystery

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

Lawlessness: The man and the mystery (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: chapter 2 verses 1-12: Ill: • A university student was seen with a large "K" printed on his T- shirt. • When someone asked him what the "K" stood for, he said, "Confused." " • “But," the questioner replied, "you don't spell ‘confused’ with a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Brethren