Sermons on And Discipleship:

Blessed Are The Persecuted Series

Contributed by Rich Young on Feb 11, 2001

Eighth and final sermon on developing Christian character. Sermon includes examples of Christian persecution both in the United States and around the world.

Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted TEXT: Mat 5:10-12 INTRODUCTION · Finishing up series on the Beatitudes · Other sermons deal ingredients of Christian character · This one talks about the maltreatment the Christian can expect · Basic Beatitude is in verse 10; expanded on in vss ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

He Descended Into Hell

Contributed by Thomas Bracewell on Feb 17, 2001

In the Creed there is the statement "He descended into Hell", omitted by many fundamental church congregations: why?!

“He Descended into hell” Thomas F. Bracewell, OSL Following His crucifixion Christ physical body lay sealed in a tomb for three days. Where did His Spirit go during that period of time? According to St. Peter, “Christ died for sins once and for all, the righteous for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: *other

The Three Little Pigs

Contributed by George Rennau on Feb 20, 2001

A familiar story with a powerful message.

The Three Little Pigs "Once upon a time there were three little pigs whose mother said to them, "It is time for you to go out into the big world to build your homes and to seek your fortunes." This morning I want to share a familiar story with a powerful message. How many of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, 1 Corinthians 3:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What To Do Before, During, And After Church

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 23, 2001

Biblical preparation for worship and service

“What to do before, during and after church ” I. What to do before church: A. Prepare your heart, 21a B. Confess your sin before God (confession is agreeing with God you are a sinner) C. Repent of your sins (repentance means to lay aside, walk away from) II. What to do during church: A. Open your ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Loving Jesus

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 25, 2001

Power for ministry and daily life flows from our love for Jesus

The Power of Loving Jesus John 21:15-17 February 25, 2001 Morning Service Introduction A wealthy old man had just recently married a lovely young lady and was beginning to wonder whether she might have married him just for his money. He asked her, "If I lost all my money, would you still love me?" ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Church Of God

What Holiness Is

Contributed by Dewayne Bolton on Mar 3, 2001

a simple defination of Holiness that leads to holy living

Hebrews 12:14 What Holiness Is INTRO: A. The subject of Holiness is like the subject the little boy turned in to his teacher as the theam of his term paper. THE WORLD AND ALL THAT IS THERE IN. a. Of course the subject was to large a subject and so is my subject for there is no way I or anyone ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14

Denomination: Holiness

The Vine And The Branches Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 3, 2001

The role of branches is to ebar fruit. The key to bearing fruit is to remain firmly attached to the vine, relying on the power of God to bring forth fruit.

What does it mean for you to be a Christian? Does it mean, perhaps, the comfort of knowing that your on God’s side? Does it mean being part of a wider community of people who are mutually dependent and supportive? Does it mean being part of a world-wide community of people who share a love for and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

Satan Is Happy When We Almost Do Right.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 3, 2001

This sermon deals with the issues of compromise in our walk with God.

Satan Is Happy When We Almost Choose To Do Right 5/3/98 Proverbs 3:5-12 Hebrews 12:1-3 1 Samuel 13:1-6 Almost is a word which can be very encouraging or very discouraging depending on whether you are at the top of the almost looking down or at the bottom of the almost looking up. Would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Count The Cost

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 3, 2001

A deductive exposition of the text with illustrations challenging people to count the cost of following Jesus.

Text: Luke 14:1—35 Title: Count the Cost Series: Lent 2001 Topic: Christian Living/Discipleship Theme: Cost of following Jesus Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to count the true cost of following Jesus. Response: Individuals will fill out cards ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Habit Number One: Practicing Spiritual Diligence Series

Contributed by Tom Dooley on May 14, 2001

This is the first of eight messages that focus on the spiritual growth of the believer.

January 4, 1998 Rev. Tom Dooley www.preachingtheword.com Eight Habits of Highly Effective Christians 2 Peter 1:1-10 Habit Number One: Practicing Spiritual Diligence Peter’s readers were living in an environment that was extremely hostile to cause of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Habit Number Two: The Habit Of Cultivating Virtue Series

Contributed by Tom Dooley on May 14, 2001

This is the second of eight messages about the spritual growth of believers.

January 4, 1998 Rev. Tom Dooley www.preachingtheword.com Eight Habits Of Highly Effective Christians 2 Peter 1:1-10 Habit Number Two: The Habit of Cultivating Virtue Someone has compared the Book of 2 Peter to a Spiritual pep talk. In a way that is a good ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Ted Turner Ain't Moses Series

Contributed by Tom Dooley on May 21, 2001

As I look at the world in which we live, the more convinced I become that there has never been a time when the Ten Commandments needed to be studied in detail and depth as they do in our society. These "Timeless Truths" touch on every problem we have in America.

Timeless Truths For Troubled Times (A Study of the Ten Commandments) "Ted Turner Ain’t Moses" Exodus 20:1-3 This sermon was preached by Pastor Tom Dooley at the Harrison Church, Minford, Ohio, September 14, 1997 in the a.m. service. www.preachingtheword.com A while back, Ted Turner, who is the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Old Testament And Right Living

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 29, 2001

Amos reminds us of the need to seek God’s face, not just religious behaviour.

We’re all familiar with the importance of mood music in such communication media as films and television. The right music can make a good film great. The wrong music can destroy what was otherwise an enjoyable experience. But music can do more than just enhance the enjoyment. It can be used in such ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Worship That God Wants Part 1

Contributed by Larry Sarver on May 31, 2001

An Expository Message From Psalm 100 On The Characteristics Of The Worship That Is A Delight To God. The Worship That God Wants. Part 1 of 2

Worship That God Wants - Psalm 100 Part 1 Pastor Larry Sarver New Life in Christ 1633 SW 34th St. Palm City, FL 34990 561-283-9426 pastorsarver@yahoo.com www.palmcitynewlife.org Illustration: Early in our marriage I gave my wife a terrific anniversary gift: a rain gauge. At least I thought it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Instructed His Disciples Through The Empowering Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2001

How Jesus taught the disciples through the Spirit’s power

How Jesus Instructed The Apostles Through the Empowering Spirit Acts 1:1-5 Illustration:William A. Ward has said, "The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. Progress Magazine, December 23, 1992. 1. Jesus instructed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational