Sermons on Arise O God:

21 Areas Of Total Transformation

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 13, 2004

This sermon examines 21 areas in which we need a total transformation such as 1.CARNALITY TO SPIRITUALITY 2.FEAR TO FAITH 3.BARRENNESS TO FRUITFULNESS 4.WEAKNESS TO STRENGTH 5.CURSES TO BLESSINGS 6.FAILURE TO SUCCESS 7.SICKNESS TO HEALTH and so on.

21 AREAS OF TOTAL TRANSFORMATION ****************************** IMPORTANT : Kindly read the Bible verses mentioned while reading this article. 1. FROM CARNALITY TO SPIRITUALITY **************************** Galatians 5: 19-24 The Lord wants to transform us ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Lazarus Experience"

Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 31, 2004

Taking a challenge from the raising of Lazarus to obey the Lord and to do all He calls us to do in order for us to "come forth" spiritually.

“The Lazarus Experience” John 11:38-45 JN 11:38 Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. 39 "Take away the stone," he said. "But, Lord," said Martha, the sister of the dead man, "by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Turning The World Upside Down For Jesus

Contributed by David Carter on Mar 22, 2002

A message on Soul Winning

TURNING THE WORLD UPSIDE DOWN FOR JESUS TEXT: ACTS 17:6 Here we find the men who came out of the Revival of Pentecost! - Acts 1:8 - Ye Shall Receive Power, Ye Shall be Witnesses Unto Me... They were to Go and Be Witnesses! -- They were to Go and Carry Out The Great Commission – Mt. 28: 19,20 - ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Games We Play

Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Apr 11, 2002

What was the attitude behind the game of chance the soldiers played at the foot of the cross?

The Games We Play John 19: 16-30 Rev. Ronald. B. Hughes INTRODUCTION Entertainment! * We spend more each year on recreation than education, construction of new homes or national defense* Wonderland, Marine ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Robert Tomas on Apr 24, 2002

If the Shepherd died, who would care for the sheep?

MAY 19, 2000 WORSHIP SERVICE SCRIPTURES ·First Reading Acts 4:8-12 ·Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 29 ·Second Reading 1 John 3:1-2 ·Gospel John 10:11-18 REFLECTION There was once a great actor, who graced the theatres reciting popular literary passages. In one of his performances, an old man ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Catholic

What Will You Bring

Contributed by Jane Willis on Dec 25, 2004

The Magi saw the star and by faith they came to worship the Christ. They brought their finest gifts- gold, frankensence, and myrrh. What will you bring? Jesus only wants you! Bring yourself.

What Will You Bring Matthew 2:9-12 The star they had seen in the east[e] went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. 10When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. 11On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-12

Denomination: Congregational

Do Not Get Drunk With Wine (Or Any Obsession)

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 27, 2004

More people have suffered from the abuse of alcohol than from all other drug addictions combined. The following are some reasons to flee from any tendency to fall into the temptation of drunkenness.

Do Not Get Drunk With Wine (Or Any Obsession) But Be Filled With the Spirit (Eph. 5:18) Illustration: Years ago, a group of scientists concluded that people once dependent on alcohol could resume drinking without falling back into addiction. Investigative reporters, however, uncovered contrary ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Miracles In John: Lesson 2: John 2:1-11

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 6, 2005

As the second lesson on the series of the Miracles in John, this sermon details John 2:1-11.

1. When did the miracles happen? On the seventh day. Day 1: ¡§The Pharisees question John the Baptist¡¨ (1:19-28). Day 2: ¡§The next day John saw Jesus coming¡¨ (1:29). Day 3: ¡§The next day John stood with two of his disciples¡¨ (1:35). Day 4: ¡§The day following . . . Jesus found Philip¡¨ ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Defining Moments

Contributed by Richard Rutledge on Oct 27, 2001

Nothing quite defines our lives as the day of our salvation.

Joshua 24:14-15 Text: Defining Moments We all know today that life is more than a moment. Life is made up of many experiences. Your life is a myriad of ups and downs, victories and defeats, good times and bad. But there are those snapshots that forever capture and imprint upon our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit, I Want To Know Him

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jan 15, 2003

The Lord Uses Lessons For His Truth

The Holy Spirit, I want to know HHM 1-12-03 Scripture: Mark 1: 9, 10: 9 It came to pass in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10 And immediately, coming up from the water, He saw the heavens parting and the Spirit descending upon Him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conduct Becoming Of A Christian

Contributed by Joe Farnella on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: * In the military one of the charges brought against other was the charge of poor conduct.

Intro: * In the military one of the charges brought against other was the charge of poor conduct. * The reason the military is so keen on this is because they represent the U. S. government, especially the higher in rank you are. * To him that is much given much is required. Luke 12: 48(b) For ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-21

How To Help People Trust In The Scriptures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

HOW TO HELP PEOPLE TURN THEIR TRUST FROM A STRONG LEADER TO THE SCRIPTURES Some Christians have a hard time letting go of the controls over their church members.

HOW TO HELP PEOPLE TURN THEIR TRUST FROM A STRONG LEADER TO THE SCRIPTURES Some Christians have a hard time letting go of the controls over their church members. Instead of helping their members learn how to trust God, some leaders try to foster a dependency in their members. As a result many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Go To Church

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

We are to encourage one another to stir up one another for love and good deeds.

Why Go To Church (Heb. 10:24,25) Throughout the western world church attendance continues to decline. Illustration: In 1999, 39% of people regularly profess to attend church (34% of men and 44% of women). In Germany less than 5% regularly attend church and in Britain less than 15% make a habit ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Happy [orthodox] Easter!

Contributed by Simon Rundell on May 15, 2002

The difference in dating Western and Eastern Easter

In the name of the +Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen (the organist strikes up the first line of “Jesus Christ is Risen today”) Yes, Happy Easter! Jesus Christ is risen today! Now, we know that the resurrection of Jesus Christ Our Lord and Saviour is proclaimed each and every ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Changing The World In A Moment

Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 30, 2006

When we share our faith, we have the chance to change the world for an individual, and perhaps even thousands of people, in a moment.

Change the World In a Moment It was likely a day as any other. The work day was over and she was looking forward to spending time at home doing the things she did each night. To look at her, you would not see anything but another woman heading home after a long day at work. You would not see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God