Sermons on Apart From Christ:

Receiving From God

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 10, 2006

five ways to receive from God

Intro: The gospels are full of accounts of people receiving a touch from Jesus. Not everyone was healed, not everyone received a blessing, there were those who pressed through, those who wouldn’t give up, those who couldn’t be stopped, and those who had a supernatural faith to claim their ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Trash To Treasure Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Feb 8, 2005

This sermon is about the restoration that Jesus brings.

From Trash to Treasure – Acts 3:11-26 It was, is, and will be through Jesus that… 1. The lame man was physically restored – v. 11-16 (use antique illustration) 2. You can be spiritually restored – v. 17-20 Someone told of a church that believed in sinless perfection once you trusted Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26

Denomination: Baptist

From The River To The Wilderness

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 30, 2003

Satan’s intention in the temptation was to make Jesus sin and frustrate God’s plan for the redemption of mankind.

From the River to the Wilderness Matthew 4:1-2 Satan’s intention in the temptation was to make Jesus sin and frustrate God’s plan for the redemption of mankind. God’s purpose in the temptation was to prove Jesus is His Son, sinless and a worthy Savior. Immediately after the heavens were open Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-2

Denomination: Holiness

Freedom From Fear Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 3, 2004

In Christ, we can have no fear!

INTRODUCTION • One summer night during a severe thunderstorm a mother was tucking her small son into bed. She was about to turn the light off when he asked in a trembling voice, "Mommy, will you stay with me all night?" Smiling, the mother gave him a warm, reassuring hug and said tenderly, "I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Follower To Disciple

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Aug 24, 2003

The disciples became followers of Jesus when John the Baptist pointed Him out, however they only became true disciples when they were willing to leave everything.

From a Follower to a Disciple In the early years of the first century the people of Israel were waiting for the Messiah to come. They were waiting for the person who the prophets had spoken of, to come and set the people free. A man then appeared in the wilderness. He started baptising people ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51, Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Blessings From The Messiah

Contributed by Paul George on Sep 15, 2003

The purpose of this chapter is much the same as that of the 9th, the encouragement of the captives that had returned to their homeland.

The purpose of this chapter is much the same as that of the 9th, the encouragement of the captives that had returned to their homeland. They have been under the rebukes of the Lord for their negligence in rebuilding the temple. They are surrounded with enemies and dangers. They have been told why ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 10:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

From Curiosity To Conversion

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Sep 24, 2003

Life changing experience its reality.

August 10, 2003 HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US LUKE 19: 1-10 (From Curiosity to Conversion) A Chief of the IRS way back in Jesus’ times was converted to Christ! Is that good news to you? I really love this story because of the fact that no matter what position/status you have, conversion must take place ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

From Rags To Riches Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Sep 12, 2002

Part 3 in a study of the book of James

A Life of Works Produced by Faith Part 3 “From Rags To Riches” Date: September 15, 2002 A.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: James 1:9-11 Read text Introduction As we continue our study on this wonderful book of James, last Sunday morning we are told by James to “count it all joy when we ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

From Sacrifice To Liberation Series

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Mar 15, 2003

It may be possible that we have false gods in our life; and we may have a false idea of the One True God. But this lenten season demands us to let God Himself correct and transform our faith into a life-saving one.

The Film „Gangs of New York“ revolves around a battle between two political parties – Tammany Hall and Native Americans –to gain the power of the city. It is a bloody battle in which many are injured, many lose their possessions and still more lose their lives. It is the result of an attempt to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Catholic

From Tranquility To Captivity

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on May 4, 2003

Paul’s transition from a time of tranquility to captivity actually served to take his ministry to a new realm of effectiveness.

From Tranquility to Captivity. Acts 21:1 After we had torn ourselves away from them, we put out to sea and sailed straight to Cos. The next day we went to Rhodes and from there to Patara. 2:We found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, went on board and set sail. 3:After sighting Cyprus and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-15, Acts 9:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Call From God

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 21, 2003

To encourage repentance and a right relationship with God

A Call From God Zechariah 1:1-6 Purpose Statement: To encourage repentance and a right relationship with God. In this passage, the prophet and priest Zechariah is talking to those who have returned from exile. He is calling on them to learn from the mistakes their fathers have made in the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

From Trials To Trust

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 31, 2007

Trials play an important part in our walk of faith, as well as our knowledge of the character and faithfulness of God. Only as we learn to look to Him in faith and confidence can we hope to have our needs met.

From Trials To Trust Text: II Kings 4: 1-7 Intro: Let’s be honest this morning. There’s not one person here that has not had to endure some trials of some sort. Trials seem to be an integral part of life that cannot be bypassed. We all face them, perhaps some more than others. But for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

From A Sob To A Song

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

From a Sob to a Song: Learn from Habakkuk How the Lord Leads from Confusion to Calm

It started with four highjacked airplanes and three downed buildings resulting in the deaths of 6,000 people. How did you react when you first found out about the attacks? For me it was scepticism. It looked more like a movie than reality. When the frightful facts finally sank in I was reminded ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

From Knowledge To Conviction:

Contributed by John Harvey on Nov 17, 2004

Christians must grow in their faith. It is not enough to just know about being a Christian, we must put the knowledge into action

“From Knowledge to Conviction: Growing Up Without Growing Stale” 11-21-04 Intro: Food that expires or goes bad Bread left out Juice or Milk that has spoiled Twinkies- do not have an endless shelf life- Go bad after 25 days The key to spiritual maturity is to grow up in Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

Bread From Heaven

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Dec 6, 2004

God provided the "Manna" for the children of Israel in the Wilderness. He also sent down the "Bread of Heaven" in the person of Jesus Christ. However, it may not come in the form we expect, but the bread does come from heaven.

Manna! What is it? Pastor Jamie Wright * Maranatha Fellowship Church * 09-12-04 Exodus- The mass exit of the children of Israel from Egypt. They had been slaves to the Egyptians for years. Chapter 14 God splits the Red Sea and the walk across on Dry Land. Chapter 15 they rejoice and sing praises ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational