Sermons on Activating:

Come Out Or Partake

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 24, 2013

Be careful of who you hang out with as you may not like the consequences.

Rev 18:1-5 1 And after these things I saw another angel come down from heaven, having great power; and the earth was lightened with his glory. 2 And he cried mightily with a strong voice, saying, Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils, and the hold of every ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesus: The Cold Church Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 2, 2008

There is nothing worse than a church who has lost their love for Christ. Jesus is the SOVEREIGN, SLIGHTED and STEADFAST Savior.

Revelation 2:1-7 Ephesus: The Cold Church As John pens these words under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, you will discover several noteworthy items in chapters two and three. First, you will discover that Jesus identifies Himself to the church. He then records their accomplishments and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Is It The For Or The With

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 7, 2008

Which is it the for or the with that has your attention?

Occupied FOR or occupied WITH Luke 10:38-42 I. The DETERMINATION TO LISTEN Luke 10:39 “ And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus’ feet, and heard his word.” II. The DISTRACTION OF LABOR Luke 10:40 “But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Basic Training For Christians, Part 4 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 9, 2008

Called and trained to be the Best

Basic Training for Christians Part 4 Review from last week: 1. A soldier endures hardness 2. Stays strong and true Text: 2 Tim. 2:1-4 A. A soldier does not entangle himself with things outside of army life. Vs. 4 1. Entangleth himself Gr. 1707 emplekô; compound word from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Mennonite

Short Challenge: Keeping Our Eyes On Christ Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 14, 2009

A short encouragement on how to practically keep our eyes on Christ.

Short Challenge: Keeping your eye’s on Christ! Can’t stay stagnant in life – you’re always going up or down. Jer.30:21 – “…who is he who will devote himself to be close to me?” Heb.12:1-2 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Victory Can Come By Obedience To The Lord Series

Contributed by Johnny Moore on Sep 28, 2014

The battles we face in life are won by trusting God and being completely obedient to His direction. To lead others we must have a contagious faith, and be willing to use what we have now. Gideon needed constant reassurance by God, but he never gave up.

Persistent Obedience to the Lord Brings Victory by the Lord Judges 7:15-25 I. Have a Contagious Active Faith (15-16) A. Gideon recognized God's involvement (he heard and worshiped) B. He believed in and trusted God¡¦s power to deliver C. His wisdom by faith showed him that he could ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

Guard Your Spirit

Contributed by John Mccormack on Nov 29, 2013

GUARD YOUR SPIRIT, FEED THE SPIRIT

GUARD YOUR SPIRIT OBSERVATION: THE SPIRIT IN MAN IS A PRINCIPLE OF LIFE. GOD IS CALLED THE FATHER OF SPIRITS. HEBREWS 12:9 (NKJV) FURTHERMORE, WE HAVE HAD HUMAN FATHERS WHO CORRECTED US, AND WE PAID THEM RESPECT. SHALL WE NOT MUCH MORE READILY BE IN SUBJECTION TO THE FATHER OF SPIRITS AND ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:8

Denomination: Baptist

Good Intentions

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 2, 2011

God is interested in your obedience; not your intention to be obedient.

Matthew 26:31-35, 69-75 Supplemental Scripture passages: • "If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. (John 14:15 NASB) • Therefore, to one who knows the right thing to do and does not do it, to him it is sin. (James 4:17 NASB) • For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-75

Denomination: Baptist

Week 1 The Down Side Of Worship: Preparation! Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

Preparation is essential to real worship!

Isaiah 6:1 “In the year that King Uzziah died…” (NIV) King Uzziah life was characterized by Four Distinctives: 1. 2 Kings 15:3 2. 2 Chronicles 26:5 3. 2 Chronicles 26:5,8 4. 2 Chronicles 26: 19-20 Preparation is essential to real worship! How do we prepare ourselves to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing God's Will

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 10, 2016

ONE THING IS TO KNOW GOD'S WILL AND ANOTHER IS TO LIVE ACCORDING TO HIS WILL THAT YOU KNOW FOR YOUR LIFE

KNOWING GOD’S WILL MAIN TEXT: PSALM 143:10 “Teach me to do thy will; for thou art my God. Thy spirit is good; lead me into the land of uprightness”. 1 THESSALONIANS 5:18 In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. God wants you to know ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Christ Is Lord Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2022

Jesus is Lord" is the confession of every Christian because it is foundational to our faith.

Jesus Christ is Lord If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. (Romans 10:9) "Jesus is Lord" is the confession of every Christian because it is foundational to our faith. In order to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9, Romans 14:8, Luke 9:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Unfinished Task - Loving The Lost Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019

There was no greater example, outside of Christ, of one who sought and loved the lost anymore than Paul. He gave himself to the work of the kingdom.

THE UNFINISHED TASK – LOVING THE LOST I CORINTHIANS 9:22 INTRODUCTION: This was the 1999 theme for the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for Foreign Missions. The major headings of the outline were taken from the IMB. There was no greater example, outside of Christ, of one who sought and loved ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:22

Denomination: Baptist

Recognizing Enemy Tactics Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 8, 2024

I want to talk to you about the power of resistance against the devil.

In 2 Corinthians 2:11, Paul writes, “so that Satan will not outsmart us, for we are familiar with his schemes.” You see, our enemy, Satan, is a deceiver and a schemer who seeks to destroy our relationship with God and harm us. He uses subtle and clever tactics to achieve this, but we must be aware ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11, James 4:7

Which One Should We Prioritize,physical Fitness Or Spiritual Fitness? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2024

In today's world, physical fitness has become a top priority for many people.

We spend hours at the gym, running, and engaging in various physical activities to maintain a healthy body. However, as Christians, we must remember that our spiritual fitness is equally, if not more, important. LET US explore the importance of both physical and spiritual fitness, and why we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Hebrews 12:1-3

Supernatural Encouragement Series

Contributed by Vini Charles on Jan 14, 2023

Ephesians 4:29: “Let no evil talk come out of your mouths, but only what is useful for building up, as there is need, so that your words may give grace to those who hear.”

I admire people who always know what to say, when to say it, and where. These are the floks who encourage with thoughtful words straight from the heart. For them, it comes naturally. But for you, it can come supernaturally. If you weren’t born with the gift of encouragement, God can teach you. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4, Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Methodist