Sermons on Approve Things Excellent:

Do These Things Bother You?

Contributed by Johnny Bley on Feb 18, 2002

Why do Christians have a problem with Jesus being the only access to God? He is the way, the truth and the life.

Do These Things Bother You? John 14:6 Let me share with you some things that bother me today: telemarketers who call at 8:58 PM or any other time; kids without respect for anything or anyone; motorized scooters; rap music; a lack of commitment that permeates our society; certain cap-less ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

There Is Still One Thing Lacking

Contributed by John Howard on Feb 23, 2002

God has little interest in our attempts at being righteous. We will always lack one more thing in our own strength.

Wonder and Amazement How many of you this morning came into the sanctuary and were amazes, awed or astounded? - Just as I thought - Everything was pretty much as you expected right? - Now some of us, and I hope all of us, were drawn into worship as we sang and prayed - But did you come to stand ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:1-9, Psalm 104:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

Doing Things The Hard Way

Contributed by Norayr Hajian on Feb 25, 2002

God had Moses lead the Israelites out of Egypt - but he did it the hard way - by hardening Pharoah’s heart. Why is it that sometimes God makes us go through things the hard way?

This week I’ve been reading in the book of Exodus. And in my reading, I noticed something strange: · First, God commanded Moses to go to Egypt, where he had fled from years before, and to go and risk his life confronting the Pharoah. · Then God turns around and says, in effect, “Oh, by the way, ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Things We Need To Consider

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Jan 31, 2003

"Things We Need To Consider" look at some things in the Word of God that the children of God need to consider.

“Things We Need To Consider” Text: Luke 12:22-31 Intro: This morning we want to look at some things as God’s children that “We Need To Consider.” Consider = To fix the mind on with a view of careful examination; to think on with care to ponder, to study; to meditate. I. Consider The Provisions ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

Some Things Hard To Be Understood

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Feb 13, 2003

Have you ever wondered why some can seemingly sin and get away with it? What about terrorist who kill themself and others, why does God allow this? Many times we do not understand why God allows such, but we must trust Him for He is faithful to reveal th

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon Title Some Things Hard To Be Understood By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. Prayer: Heavenly father, Please speak to us today through this message. We need Thee Lord. As best as I know how, I yield myself to You. Use these lips to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Seek Not Great Things For Thyself

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Mar 5, 2003

As Christians, living in this materialistically oriented society, we need to consider the word of God delivered by Jeremiah to Baruch, his scribe: "Seek Not Great Things for Thyself!"

SEEK NOT GREAT THINGS FOR THYSELF "Baruch, this is what the Lord says: ’I will destroy this nation that I built. I will uproot what I planted. Are you seeking great things for yourself? Don’t do it! But don’t be discouraged. I will bring great disaster upon all these people, but I will protect ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 45:4-5, 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

Seek Those Things Above Series

Contributed by Chris Sparkman on Oct 22, 2001

Many times it is necessary for us to get back to the basics, we do that here by learning to first of all, seek those things above!

Basic Principles of the Christian Life Part I Seek Those Things Above Colossians 3:1-4 Throughout Chapter 2 of the book of Colossians, Paul talked about different dangers that threaten to pull us away from Christ. These dangers led to believers only demonstrating an outward Christianity. In ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Little Things In The Christmas Story

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Nov 21, 2001

Christmas is so big - that we lose sight of the small things used to accomplish Christ birth. So Christians ought to make themselves insignificant for Christmas. Why?

Little Things In The Christmas Story Text. Luke 2:10-14 Introduction: 1. Christmas is the - a. Largest single event of the year. (Incomparable) b. Largest expense of the year. Gifts, Travel, Telephone, Trees) c. Largest expectation of the year. Relatives, Engagements, Etc.) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Tremendous Things For Which To Be Thankful

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 28, 2004

The child of God has some tremendous things to be thankful for. Among them is the fact that God is faithful; He is forgiving; and He is our Father.

TREMENDOUS THINGS FOR WHICH TO BE THANKFUL Text: Ps.136: 1-3, 26 Intro: Society as a whole, finds it rather easy to take, but terribly difficult to give thanks. As a matter of fact, Paul the apostle said that an unthankful attitude would be one of the characteristics of the “last days.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 136:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Little Things Do Count

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Jul 28, 2004

This is a Sermon that should help others realize that if we do a little, God can make alot.

It’s the “Little Things” that Count 7/26/04 Luke 19:11-27 I heard a Christian talk show this week talking about this subject. The little things your spouse does or the little things that your children do that just get under your skin. One of the pet peeves is the proper way to place a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: *other

"The Reasonable Thing To Do"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 7, 2004

We have a decision to make as it pertains to our salvation.

Isaiah 1:1, 10:20 “The Reasonable Thing To Do” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org One Mother’s Day, a woman who had been living as a widow for some time was sitting on her front porch when, out of the blue, a truck ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Attempting Great Things With Jesus Series

Contributed by David Beirne on Apr 30, 2004

Let’s live our lives without regret. Let’s take a step of faith and risk seeing the power of God like we’ve never seen before.

Attempting Great Things With Jesus Matt 14:22-33 Intro. Do you ever look back and wonder, if only I had taken the chance. Crankshaft is a comic strip about a grumpy old man. He often flashes back to his days as a minor league pitcher. He once struck out slugger Hank Greenburg in his prime. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Isaiah 43:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Three Things God Desires

Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 2, 2005

God’s greatest desire is for us to give him glory. He disries for you to reveal, recognize and live for his glory. Jesus through his life and death brought glory to the father.

“Three Things God Desires” February 27, 2005 Intro: As we approach the Easter season, a very important question seems to cross the minds of people as they reflect on the story: “Why did God do it?” It is a great question and one that needs to be answered to help us better understand the events of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Things My Mother Said

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 1, 2005

Our moms pass on some pretty valuable insights both in what they say, and in hwat lies behind some of their most common sayings.

"Things My Mother Said" Prov. 1:8-9 (6:20-23) Listen my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. . . . Intro: I read of a California mother of 10 with the 11th child on the way. One day her 3 year old son was making even the simplest chores difficult to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Until God Fixes Things

Contributed by William Nieporte on May 17, 2005

Sermon for Ascension Sunday

Introduction: Some of my most interesting theological conversations take place in the hot-tub at the YMCA. Kind of a strange thought, isn’t it? Well, let me tell you about a conversation I had with a guy this past week. We’ll call him Hank. Hank is nearly 70 years old and works out almost ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist