Sermons on Advancement:

Be Filled With The Spirit -- Part 1 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 2, 2018

Ephesians 5:18b-21 teaches us what is involved in being filled with the Spirit.

Scripture We are currently in a sermon series in Ephesians 5:1-21 that I am calling, “Be Imitators of God.” In his letter to the Ephesian Christians, the Apostle Paul wrote in Ephesians 5:1a, “Therefore be imitators of God.” That is Paul’s overall command for this section of Scripture. He then ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

47. Evil In The New Creation Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 7, 2018

If the kingdom of God has arrived on earth, how come sin, evil and death still exist?

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 47 – EVIL IN THE NEW CREATION] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-21, Hebrews 4:14-15, Matthew 13:36-39, Romans 8:29, Matthew 13:29-30, 2 Thessalonians 1:3-5, Genesis 50:20, 2 Corinthians 12:6-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Love Song Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 3, 2019

C.S. Lewis called Psalm 19 “the greatest poem in the Bible.” It speaks of God's majesty and power and tells us HOW God has shown His love for us.

OPEN: According to “Ripley’s Believe It or Not” the longest love letter ever was written by Marcel de Leclure in 1875. Marcel was an artist in Paris France and his letter contained the 3 word French phrase “je vous aime” (pronounced “shavou same”) which means “I Love You.” This wasn’t just written ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Blessed Redeemer (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 18, 2019

A sermon examining the redemption that is available through Jesus Christ and Him alone.

OUR BLESSED REDEEMER - Part II Ruth 3:10-18 Tom carried his new boat to the edge of the river. He carefully placed it in the water and slowly let out the string. It sailed smoothly on the water! Tom sat in the warm sunshine, admiring the little boat that he had built. Suddenly a strong current ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Favor Follows Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Feb 19, 2019

Throughout the scriptures we see pictures of how the faithful few took God’s words seriously and lived accordingly. They lived out their beliefs and in turn god brought about the manifestation of the things which were promised to them.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com Did you know that favor follows after faithfulness? It’s an odd concept but it carries with it a crucial truth which has the potential to radically change our lives. But ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:12, Proverbs 3:3-6, Luke 16:10-12

Denomination: Foursquare

Our Part In Salvation

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 17, 2019

What is our part in being saved? Early in the Bible we discover we are saved by faith alone, through God's grace and not our own works. As Christians we live every day thankful for God's grace.

Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18 Our Part in Salvation [Please contact me at kerry.n.haynes@gmail.com for sermon outline in Word.] Sometimes I talk with people about what heaven will be like. Many are looking forward to it. They know it is their true home. They feel more like a foreigner in this world, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-12, Genesis 15:17-18, Hebrews 11:12, Romans 4:16-18, Galatians 3:6-9, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Sin Of Griping

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

This discourse was originally delivered as a Thanksgiving Eve message. The reader is challenged to recognize that discontent is a sin, if for no other reason than because it is contrary to the thanksgiving that is due the Lord.

(If you have found this sermon helpful, we invite you to visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) This evening, we have gathered together to give thanks to God. Tomorrow we will share Thanksgiving Day with loved ones. This should be a truly glorious and happy time ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-15, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Breaking Down The Walls

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Aug 8, 2019

Just as the Apostle Paul had to deal with separations between Jewish and Gentile Christians in his day, we need to deal with separations between white and black churches (and many other ethnicities as well) today.

(This sermon was preached in 1997 and needs updated examples) There was once a subway car, almost empty, except for a Chinese man and a Jewish man, who sat in their seats, silently, holding their newspapers high as they read. Suddenly the Jewish man stood up, rolled up his newspaper, walked over ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

To Be Like Jesus

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 18, 2019

Having a hoarders mentality doesn’t allow us to live or share the life of goodness and generosity God has planned for those who Love Him!

To be like Jesus... Our topic today on the fruit of the spirit is goodness and the generosity it brings out in the world. Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness! Morning by morning new mercies I see; All I have needed Thy hand hath provided - Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord unto ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-10, John 15:11, Psalm 23:6, Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ego Part 3: Edging God Out Through Pride Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jul 22, 2018

We are all proud of our achievements. Many times we could be proud of our spirituality itself. What causes that? What are the effects of that? Is there an antidote?

EGO_ Edging God Out through Pride Last time I preached here, we started a study on what prevents us from fully enjoying the inheritance that Jesus left us, viz; the presence of God. What prevents us from enjoying God’s presence? We saw that it is our EGO. Not the Freudian stuff of ego, but really ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Essential Elements Of A New Testament Church Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 25, 2018

Two essential elements to a New Testament church are prayer and personal evangelism.

TWO ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS TO A NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH Text: Col. 4:2-6 Introduction 1. Illustration: Canadian preacher, theologian, and founder of the Christian Missionary Allaince, A. B. Simpson, had this to say, "Prayer is the link that connects us with God. It is the bridge that spans every ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Methodist

The Path To Integrity

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 10, 2018

A short series from Psalms helping us to grow in integrity

The Path to Integrity Psalm 119:1-8 August 12, 2018 In many respects, your reputation is the only thing you can take with you throughout your life, and maintaining integrity allows you to cultivate and build that reputation. Far too many people are willing to sacrifice their integrity for a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Eulogy For Ralph Deadwyler

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 15, 2018

This is eulogy for an 89 year old Christian man who served as an excellent greeter and usher for many years in the church. He lived the life God called him to live with great humility and concern for others.

Ralph Deadwyler August 8 2018 The year was 1927 and the month was March. Calvin Coolidge was president of the United States. Adolf Hitler was giving his first public speech. Babe Ruth was signing the biggest contract in sports to the tune of $70,000 a year with the New York Yankees and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Baptism

Contributed by Pastor Henry Nilam on Aug 20, 2018

A complete message on Baptism

I told long back that “If you Born Twice than you would die only once” But if you “Born once than you die Twice” 1 Corinthians 15:44-48 (NKJV) 44 It is sown a natural body, it is raised a spiritual body. There is a natural body, and there is a spiritual body. 45 And so it is written, “The first ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:44-48, Job 14:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Way Of Jesus #1: I Have Begun Following Jesus...

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 8, 2017

The Way of Jesus is an initiative of my denomination, Evangelical Missionary Church of Canada. As prep, we're doing a 7-part series. The first message is on the first marker of the Way of Jesus: I have begun to follow Jesus, depending on the God's Spirit.

The Way of Jesus #1 - “I have begun following Jesus, and am depending on the Spirit of Jesus in my journey”. - January 8, 2017 It's the new year, still, but I don't want to talk about New Year's resolutions. I don't want to talk about the effort involved in adjusting our lifestyle, changing bad ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:2-5, Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational