Sermons on Approval Of Man:

The Nature Of The New Man In Christ. Series

Contributed by Raphael Osayande on Jul 20, 2019

The first step to every good success is understanding and ultimately gaining knowledge. Our faith is established when we come to the knowledge of the truth of God's word. The word of God is designed to bring us to a perfect person.

2 Tim 3:16-17. "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works." The perishing of souls and sufferings of damages by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2, Romans 8:14-17

The Man Who Would Not Forgive

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 1, 2017

Ahithophel, David's most sagacious counselor, turned against David because Bathsheba was his grand-daughter, and he never would forgive David, even though she became Queen and the mother of Solomon, the next King!

THE MAN WHO WOULD NOT FORGIVE 2 Sam. 11:3; 23:34 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Forgive Your Enemies 1. Preacher preached on “Forgiving Your Enemies.” Halfway through the service, He asked his congregation, “How many of you have forgiven their enemies?” About half held up their hands. 2. He then ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

As A Man Thinketh So Is He?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 24, 2017

Does what a person repeatedly think about, and how they think about it, determine who they are becoming?

There has been a growing belief within Christianity that started with the ‘power of positive thinking/word of faith’ movements that what a person repeatedly thinks about, and how they think about it, will determine who they are becoming, and it is quoted as neuroscience fact, which it is not. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24, 2 Corinthians 10:5-6, Isaiah 55:8-9, Proverbs 23:7, Romans 8:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man Who Obeyed God Series

Contributed by Richard A. Bradley on Mar 21, 2012

What makes it possible for us to obey God? From the example of a man who chose to obey the Lord we learn 3 vital principles of obedience.

WHAT’S IN A NAME? Ananias “THE MAN WHO OBEYED GOD” Acts 9:10-19 10 Now there was a certain disciple at Damascus named Ananias; and to him the Lord said in a vision, "Ananias." And he said, "Here I am, Lord." 11 So the Lord said to him, "Arise and go to the street called ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Man's Sinfulness - God's Forgiveness

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012

Jesus reveals Himself as the Light of Life.

In chapters 8 & 9 of John we see the revelation of Jesus as the light of life. Tonight we will see that light revealed in the first 11 verses of John 8. Here’s a general overview of these 11 verses. Jesus reveals Himself as the Light of Life. Tonight we will see man being gripped by sin ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Six Trillion Dollar Man. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 7, 2011

Man is more then just a tenate on this planet but a sort of landlord under Gods sovereign hand.

Intro: 1. Tony Evans, "In His goodness, God not only created you, but He also created everything for you. In other words, God didn’t create the plants, animals, or fish just to have them around. He created them for the benefit of mankind. The earth was created to give us a home to enjoy. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

When God Became A Man

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 12, 2011

John does not begin his Gospel as the other Gospel accounts do. John transports us to eternity past – before creation, before man – before the existence of time.

When God Became A Man John 1:1-5, 10-14 John chapter one may not seem like a great Christmas text—but it is the truth behind the story of the angels and shepherds and the Wise Men and the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

When A Man Loves A Woman Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 23, 2011

So what happens when a man loves a woman?

When a Man Loves a Woman Ephesians 5:21-33 INTRODUCTION Michael Bolton belts out romantic loves songs. One of his most inspiring is his cover of "When a Man Loves a Woman" by Percy Sledge. Released in 1966, the song originally made to number one on both the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B singles ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Best Plan To Save Man Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 7, 2012

We need a real Savior! We need someone who can fix people! We need someone who can change hearts! We need someone who can give hope and encouragement that there is a better way to live and there is power to help us live that way. Jesus is the only plan th

The Best Plan to Save Man Romans 10:13 - 21 Intro: During this election year we have heard and will hear a lot of flowery words on how this person or that person has come up with an amazing plan to save our economy, to secure our borders, to fix our healthcare system, to reduce poverty and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Point Man Part 2 Series

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011

Contrasts two Fathers and compares how they lead their families.

The Point Man (Part 2) Some Examples of Point Men REFLECTION: This morning we looked at the “Equipment” God provides Fathers in order to successfully lead our families through enemy territory. DIRECTION: While none but Christ, the Captain of our Salvation (Heb. 2:10) has mastered ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Man Who Impressed God

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 18, 2012

Man should live to please God than anyone else.

We used to say that “first impression lasts.” But how do you impress someone like your supervisor, spouse, and parents? This morning I would like you to meet someone who was able to impress not just the people around him but God Himself. That someone is none other than Job. THE MAN WHO ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Man’s Catastrophe

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 27, 2012

A Withered Heart v. 10 – No Righteousness v. 11 – No Understanding v. 11 – No Desire for God v.12 – No Goodness v. 17 – No Peace v. 18 – No fear of God v. 19 – No Defense

Rom 3:10-19 History’s Greatest Catastrophe The Black Death: The Greatest Catastrophe Ever killed 50 million people in the 14th century, or 60 per cent of Europe’s entire population All the citizens did little else except to carry dead bodies to be buried [...] At every church they dug ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Man And His Steward

Contributed by Segun Omole on Oct 5, 2012

Parables are a practical illustration of heavenly truth. Jesus whilst teaching his disciples used so many of these parables to drive home heavenly truths. These were things that his folllowers at the time could relate to easily.

Parables are a practical illustration of heavenly truth. Jesus whilst teaching his disciples used so many of these parables to drive home heavenly truths. The were things that his folllowers at the time could relate to easily. The rich man in this particular parable can be likened to God. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Became A Man

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 6, 2012

First in new series from John's Gospel. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

When God Became a Man John 1:1-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GodBecameMan.html It's not the Gospel of John, it's the gospel of Jesus! But I'm pleased today to begin a major new series in John's Gospel. King Solomon stood in the lavish temple he had built and said, 1 Kings 8:27 But will God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Man's Depravity--Illegitimate Birth

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 18, 2012

This passage shatters man’s concept of himself, but it’s a passage that has to be studied very carefully because it is one of the shocking truths revealed by Jesus.

READ passage. This passage shatters man’s concept of himself, but it’s a passage that has to be studied very carefully because it is one of the shocking truths revealed by Jesus. To outline tonight’s study. I. Man is a sinner and short of God’s glory. II. Man sins because ...read more

Scripture: John 8:41-47

Denomination: Baptist