Sermons on Acting The Word Of God:

Bow's, Arrows & Strings

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jun 24, 2017

This is a message about working together across generational barriers. The Bow's need the Arrows and they both need the String...

Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 7  Then I returned, and I saw vanity under the sun. 8  There is one alone, and there is not a second; yea, he hath neither child nor brother: yet is there no end of all his labour; neither is his eye satisfied with riches; neither saith he, For whom do I labour, and bereave my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14, Mark 16:15, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, Ephesians 4:17-32, Ephesians 4:1-16, Luke 12:13-21, Ecclesiastes 4:7-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Children In The Temple Lesson 26 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2018

Jesus arrives Palm Sunday

A. WHEN JESUS COMES IN! 1. Palm Sunday. After Jesus rode triumphantly into Jerusalem (Mark 11:1-11). 2. No fruit. After Jesus cursed the fig tree (Mark 11:12-14). 3. After Jesus examines the temple. “Jesus entered . . . into the temple, and when He looked around” (Mark 11:11). a. What does ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Grain Of Wheat Principle

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 9, 2018

“Lord, protect me from the things I want. If they're not in accordance with your will. ~Amen.”

Lent5B You can tell that Jesus eat whole grains by his analogy of a kernel of wheat falling to the ground and dying to produce life. It was in reference to his sacrificial death, but he gives it to us as an over-arching spiritual principle of dying to selfish desires, e.g. like the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33, Psalm 51:3-15, Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Catholic

"The Good Shepherd"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 19, 2018

The Good Shepherd is the great "Iam", The Shepherd is "Good", The Shepeherd desires relationship, and the Shepherd has "Power" to save. The Shepherd wants to save us!

“The Good Shepherd” John 10:11-18 1. The first thing I noticed in this text is the “Boom” right off the bat Jesus says, “I am” • “Ego eimi, I am he” (4:26) I am the bread of life” (6:35). I am the light of the world” (8:12; 9:5). • “Before ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Faith? Introduction Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

Introducing 7 women of faith

INTRODUCTION: DIFFERENT EXPRESSIONS OF FAITH SEEN IN 7 WOMEN 1. Ruth: Saving Faith 2. Esther: Living by Faith 3. Mary Magdalene: Following Faith 4. Mary (sister of Lazarus): Worshiping Faith 5. Hannah: Praying by Faith 6. Priscilla: Serving Faith 7. Sarah: Family Faith 1. RUTH: SAVING FAITH ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Certainty Of Judgment And The Hope Of Salvation Hebrews 9:27-28 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 3, 2024

Hebrews 9:27-28, confronts us with the certainty of judgment and the hope of salvation through Jesus Christ. Let us explore this scripture and discover how it transforms our understanding of eternity and compels us to respond in faith.

The Certainty of Judgment and the Hope of Salvation Hebrews 9:27-28 Introduction: As we gather today, let us ponder the profound truths found in Hebrews 9:27-28. This passage confronts us with the certainty of judgment and the hope of salvation through Jesus Christ. Let us explore this scripture ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27-28, Ecclesiastes 12:14, Hebrews 9:28, Hebrews 9:27, Titus 2:13, 2 Peter 3:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Handle Problems Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jul 21, 2002

A biblical response to problems enables the follower of Christ to grow into Christian maturity.

How to Handle Problems James 1:1-18; 5:7-12 “HOW TO” SERIES IN JAMES #1 Truth: The Christian life-view stands countercultural. Problems move us to God who gives us His grace to benefit from our faith-trials. We develop the perseverance and patience, the faith-life, the quality of life that comes ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Tough Teaching Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Apr 6, 2016

Bible study in ! Corinthians

Tough Teaching I Corinthians 11:1-16 1. Headship - v. 3 God ----- Christ ----Man ---- Woman A. Christ is equal to God - Phil. 2:6 B. Christ submission is voluntary - Phil. 2:7-8 C. Christ submission glorified God - John 8:29 2. Honor - vs. 4-6 A. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Touch Teaching Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Apr 15, 2016

study in 1 Corinthians

Tough Teaching I Corinthians 11:1-16 1. Headship - v. 3 God ---- Christ ---- Man ---- Woman A. Christ is equal to God - Phil 2:6 B. Christ submission is voluntary - Phil. 2:7-8 C. Christ submission glorified God - John 8:29 2. Honor - vs. 4-6 A. More about authority ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart Of Gratitude

Contributed by Wes Gunther on Mar 25, 2019

A Thanksgiving message.

A Heart of Gratitude Psalm 103 I. David thanked God for His Forgiveness – verse 3 a. Forgiveness is the basis of all blessing b. Forgiveness leads to healing c. Forgiveness leads to redemption (vs 4) II. David thanks God for His Sufficiency – verse 4 a. Loving kindness and ...read more

Christ All In All

Contributed by Dwight L. Moody on Oct 26, 2009

A classic sermon by D. L. Moody describing how Christ is all in all to everyone who has truly found Him.

Colossians 3:11- "Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond nor free: but Christ is all, and in all." Christ is all in all to every one who has truly found Him. He is our Savior, Redeemer, Deliverer, Shepherd, Teacher, and also sustains toward ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:11

Denomination: *other

A Father’s Pride Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 12, 2012

A father’s pride can be seen in several areas of his life. 1- He has pride in his children 2- He has pride in his work 3- He has pride in his faith

INTRO.- I Peter 5:5 “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Pride is not good. Most of the time it is not good because it deals with self and not others. ILL.- I love the old story about a lady who went to preacher to make a confession. She said to him, “I must confess a great ...read more

Scripture: Job 29:4-5, Job 29:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be In The Now

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 8, 2018

It's easy to get sidetracked and let your mind wander. We get focused on things from the past or what's in the future. This can be especially true as we head into the new year. If we're not careful we'll risk losing out on making the most of the moment.

BE IN THE NOW INTRODUCTION: Be Here Now is a book published in 1971 by Ram Dass on Hindu spirituality and yoga. I've never read the book and don't subscribe to Hinduism but the principle of the phrase itself is a valid one. Be here now communicates the importance of keeping your focus on what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-16, 1 Peter 4:1-3, Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sell Your Stuff And Give To The Poor

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 7, 2014

Jesus said some things that were radical then, and now. He said things like, "Sell your stuff and give to the poor."

Your soul -- not to mention your budget -- is in mortal danger as you approach the grocery store checkout lane. You say, "How?" You've carefully filled your cart with the needed items outlined on your list. You patiently wait in line, always seeming to pick the one that's slowest. Yet somehow, by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Methodist

Rsvp-Ing Your Future Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 20, 2024

What is this wedding feast Jesus tells of, and what can I do to make sure I'm included?

Randy Alcorn told story about his friend Ruthanna Metzgar, a professional singer. She had been asked to sing at the wedding of a very wealthy man, and they were invited to the reception. It was being held on the top two floors of the Columbia Tower in Seattle - the tallest skyscraper in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ