Sermons on alabaster jar: showing 946-960 of 5,205

Conscience Olympics

Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 6, 2005

Relying on the discipline of God.

ADVANCE The resolution we are looking at today is relying on the discipline of God. Prov 3:11-12 Discipline vs Disciple The word discipline derives from the word disciple. Now when I say to you we need to be a disciple of Jesus we all go ok that’s not so bad, but when I say to you we need not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:11-12

Denomination: Christian Church

The Woman At The Well Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 20, 2022

This sermon reviews the story of the Samaritan woman who meets Jesus at Jacob's Well and the various applications to ourselves that we can glean from it.

Anybody recognize the name Elizabeth Taylor? She was an English-born American actress who passed away at the age of 79. She was a movie star during what would be called the Golden Era of Hollywood when all the great movies were made. She won several Academy Awards including for Best Actress in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11, John 4:1-28

Denomination: Christian Church

Conquering Inner Struggles! Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on May 21, 2001

Why do we do the things we do? What causes us to do things we really don’t want to do? Why do I struggle with not doing the things I really want to do? Conscience is our moral awareness that judges an action either right or wrong. It’s our inborn sense of right and wrong.

"Conquering Inner Struggles!" "More than a SURVIVOR" series part 4 of 4 Text: Romans 7:15-25 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - May 20, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! Why do we do the things we do? What causes us to do ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Bible Church

When The Brook Runs Dry

Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Aug 11, 2004

This sermon uses Elijah’s experiences at the Brook Cherith to encourage believers who have run into dry spiritual times

“When the Brook Runs Dry” by Matthew Everhard. 1 Kings 17: 1-16; Originally preached at Hudson Presbyterian Church on June 20th, 2004. Words: 2293 My message this morning is for those whose brook has run dry. If you’ve ever experienced lasting defeat; If you’ve ever had all that you’ve come to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pastor Elisha - A Man Of God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 2, 2011

Pastor Elisha - A Man Of God - I've said that Elisha is a pastor since he has several parallelism with a pastor's office ministry. I got 27 of them.

Pastor Elisha - A Man Of God I've said that Elisha is a pastor since he has several parallelism with a pastor's office ministry. I got 27 of them. 1. Elisha as a man of God is above reproach, respectable and hospitable. The meeting of the prophets was held where he was staying and he instructed ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Famine Of Faith (1 Kings 17:8-24)

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 4, 2019

THE FAMINE OF FAITH (1 KINGS 17:8-24)

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Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Wife For Isaac (Genesis 24)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 3, 2024

How did it happen that the Lord provided a distant believing wife for Isaac, rather than a neighboring pagan wife? Let's look at Genesis 24.

How would we find a marriage partner? Would we choose a pagan or unbeliever who is close by or seek a fellow believer even if they come from far away? Would we follow a believing parent’s advice or ignore their wisdom and make our own choice? Do we trust that God can also provide for us? Let’s ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Family T.i.m.e. Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 9, 2003

God says we should treasure time as a valuable commodity. The Bible gives us some great insight into how time can become your friend rather than your enemy.

Family T.I.M.E. Psalm 90:1-2, 4, 10, 12 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION One of my favorite stories is about the man who worked at a factory. One of his main jobs was to blow the factory whistle at 5:00 to indicate the workday was over. He walked to work each day and passed a jewelry store where a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2, Psalm 1:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Bride Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 19, 2017

This sermon on Genesis 24 covers the story of finding a bride for Isaac. The application focuses on learning to follow God in all our decision making, especially when looking for a mate.

Introduction: A. Once there was a young couple who decided to get married. 1. As the big day approached, they grew apprehensive, because each of them had a problem they had never before shared with anyone, not even each other. 2. The groom-to-be decided to ask his father for advice about his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Showdown

Contributed by Eric Shrewsberry on Jan 16, 2001

I Kings 17:1, 18:1. One type of movie that this story of Elijah reminds me of is those old western movies that we used to watch on TV. You remember those movies. Many of them had the same story.

Showdown I. I Kings 17:1, 18:1. A. One type of movie that this story of Elijah reminds me of is those old western movies that we used to watch on TV. You remember those movies. Many of them had the same story. The bad guys would come in and run the town, hold the townspeople in terror, and ...read more

Denomination: *other

Lessons On Living The Christian Life

Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 31, 2002

Practical guidelines for living the Christian life.

TEXT: ROMANS 12:9-12 (read at each point) TITLE: “LESSONS ON LIVING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE” INTRODUCTION: A. TATER PEOPLE 1. Some people never seem motivated to participate, but are just content to watch ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life-Changing Encounters With Jesus: The Woman At The Well Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Mar 3, 2008

Jesus’ gift of living water satisfies the thirst of our souls.

To receive a free weekly sermon by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com. THE ENCOUNTER (vv. 1-9) “When a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, ‘Will you give me a drink?’ (His disciples had gone into the town to buy food.) The Samaritan woman said to him, ‘You are a Jew ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42, John 4:5-29, John 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

We Have This Treasure

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 19, 2004

Believers should understand the incredible treasure that has placed in their hands--the gospel and the thrill of sharing it in ministry,

We Have This Treasure 2 Cor 4:1-7 1 Therefore, since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. 2 Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Miracle Of Marriage

Contributed by John Baggett on Feb 3, 2007

This is a wedding sermon that is brief but bold enough to encourage a couple to make Christ the miracle of their marriage.

This wedding service can be adapted to aid anyone in the preparation of a good solid message of encouragement for husband and wife. I have changed the places where I normally use the couples names to read.. husband and wife. Friends and Family we rejoice today for the occasion for which we have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Have A Biblical Worldview?

Contributed by Charles Lane Iii on Mar 27, 2004

Whether you view the world through its own eyes or through the eyes of God will make all the difference, in this life and for all eternity.

DO YOU HAVE A BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW? Text: Matthew 22:29 Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye do err, not knowing the Scriptures, nor the power of God. KJV Jesus replied, “You are in error because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God. NIV Jesus answered and said to them, “You are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:29

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance