Sermons on Am I A Soldier Of The Cross:

Our Days Are Numbered

Contributed by Darron Khan on May 29, 2002

This sermon was designed to direct its audience to the reality of death and how living in the light of death will serve to keep our lives focused and our priorities in order.

Our Days Are Numbered Celebration Service May 5, 2002 A man went in for his annual checkup and received a phone call from his physician a couple of days later. The doctor said, "I’m afraid I have some bad news for you." "What’s the news?" the man asked. "Well, you have only 48 hours to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-12, John 11:30-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Success Over Stress Series

Contributed by Wayne Dishman on Apr 15, 2008

We will soar above stress when our confidence rests in God.

How do you know when it is going to be a bad day? Bad days are going to come. Some days can be down right ugly can’t they? One writer offered several clues to identify these inevitable bad days. He wrote: You know it is going to be a bad day when you wake up face down on the pavement. You know it ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Power To The People Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 23, 2008

Part 3 in series Slowing Down. This message plays down pastors and spiritual professionals, and plays up the unity and equality of all people who follow Jesus.

Power to the People Slowing Down, part 3 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers October 25, 2008 In last week’s message I posed the question, “How do we pursue God in ways that do not end up doing spiritual/emotional/psychological damage to ourselves and others.” Remember how I answered that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:27-28

Denomination: Free Methodist

Banned From Facebook Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 15, 2012

Did you know you can get banned from Facebook? And according to this text, you can get "banned" from church too. But why would God ask a church to do that to someone in church? That doesn't seem very loving or kind. What is God trying to accomlish in this

(We opened with an approximately 2 ½ minute video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-CeW-5Do9o&feature=related). They ban people from Facebook? Did you know that? Well, I knew it… I just didn’t know how common it was. And – as we heard on that video - it’s shocking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of Testing Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

As Christians today, we have to endure testing. But God doesn’t only call us to endure it, He calls us to have joy in it. He calls us to have joy in it because there is a purpose behind it.

1. Testing produces patience (3) 2. Testing produces perfection (4) 3. Testing wants wisdom (5) 4. Testing finds faith (6-8) JAMES 1:2 It’s back to school time, isn’t it? Teachers are excited. Parents are excited. Kids are excited. You can just feel the excitement in the air, can’t you? Well, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When Falsely Accused Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 18, 2018

How should a believer respond when falsely accused? Paul's response to false accusations gives us a template for how to respond to such situations in our lives.

What to Do When Falsely Accused Series: Acts Chuck Sligh February 18, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Turn to Acts 24 INTRODUCTION Have you ever been falsely accused? If so, I bet it was one of the hardest experiences ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

God's Antidote To My Wandering Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 24, 2017

If Jesus is my shepherd He invites me to follow Him on His path

What do all the following men have in common? Jacob, Samson, David, Peter, Paul and Pat Damiani? Here’s what they all have in common. They are all men who love God deeply, but who have wandered away from God at various points in their lives and had to be restored to fellowship with God. And I’d be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Baptist

John – Preparing A People For The Lord Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

Examining the role of John the Baptist

Luke 1:11- 17 – John – preparing a people for the Lord Imagine agreeing over the phone to meet a distant business acquaintance—someone you’ve never met in person—at a large business convention. “How will I know you?” you might say. “Well,” says your colleague, “I’ll be carrying a briefcase.” “All ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

When The Spirit's Got You, You've Got You Too Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Dec 7, 2004

The final sermon in a series of 10 sermons on the fruit of the Spirit.

Introduction: 1. This morning I begin my last sermon in this series on the fruit of the Spirit. I hope you’ve been touched and challenged as we’ve looked at each of these. None of us are mature in every fruit of the Spirit. Perhaps you’re very strong in the love, joy & peace departments, but ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Trip To God's Woodshed

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 19, 2002

God’s chastisement to His disobedient children.

HEBREWS 12: 5-11 “A TRIP TO GOD’S WOODSHED” A) I heard about a young boy that went off to one of these extremely expensive universities. * The bills were coming in monthly to these parents, & they were struggling to keep their head above water. * One day his mother received a letter from him ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

When Nothing Seems Possible, Pray

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2003

When frustration abounds, in prayer we can discover deepened relationships, new possibilities, and ultimately grace.

For you, my God, have revealed to your servant that you will build a house for him; therefore your servant has found it possible to pray before you. Isn’t that an intriguing phrase? “Your servant has found it possible to pray.” My theme for today is “when nothing seems possible, pray.” “When ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 17:1-27, Romans 3:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Running The Race

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 16, 2009

A message of faith. Do we hide from fear, or step out in faith? Do we normally run to God, or away from Him? And this message ends with a question: ’Are we serious about living for Jesus, or do we just go through the motions, thinking we are serious?’

Two gas company employees were out reading meters one day when they started talking about how good of physical condition they were in. One of them bragged that he used to be a track star in high school and the other one claimed to be one, too. So they decided that after they checked the meter ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:9

Denomination: *other

Pressing On Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 18, 2022

The kingdom of God is brought near to others when we press on when problems press in

ENGAGE If, like me, you are a University of Arizona sports fan, the last couple months have been a real roller coaster, to say the least. And that has been especially true for the basketball team who has faced injuries, suspensions, the arrest of an assistant coach and major accusations leveled ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Temples Of The Holy Spirit, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Dec 2, 2013

This lesson examines the three main views regarding how the Holy Spirit dwells in Christians.

As we continue our series of studies of the Holy Spirit of God, we move to what would be considered by most the most controversial subject among brethren regarding the Holy Spirit: The Indwelling. I will share with you my understanding of this important topic which has been molded and changed as I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Three Kings Series

Contributed by John Sears on Jan 2, 2014

At Christmas we all hope to either find or give the perfect gift. But if there was a present under the tree with Jesus' name on it, what would that look like? What would it contain?

Introduction Now that the gifts are unwrapped; now that the family has come and gone, now that Christmas is over, did you get the perfect gift? When I was child, that seemed like the ultimate question. Each year I hoped I would get that top present on my wish list. And when I shopped for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Christian Church