Sermons on Arise To New Life:

Don't Overlook Salvation

Contributed by V. David Sedaca on Oct 18, 2000

There are a lot of things that are overlooked today.

There are a lot of things that are overlooked today. You may overlook the water bill, paper bill, car note, light bill, birthdays, anniversaries, etc., but those can be made up, out text deals with the nation of Israel, (God's chosen people) and their negligence of God's salvation. We read that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Second Coming Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

The Second Coming of Jesus.

The Second Coming Matthew 24:23-31 I. Deception (23-28) A. Deceiving Titles 1. Messiah 2. Prophet B. Deceiving Miracles 1. Matthew 12:38-39a, “An evil and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign;” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Free From Condemnation

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000

Based on the story of the woman caught in sin this sermon shows the nature of true and false guilt and how Jesus deals with it.

(1) INTRODUCTION: Condemnation comes through being GUILTY. In this story the woman was openly guilty, the Scribes and Pharisees were guilty at heart - Their consciences condemning them (Rom 2:15 cf. Ex 31:18). God uses guilt to save us, Satan abuses guilt to trap and destroy us. Two Types ...read more

Scripture: John 8:3-11, 1 John 3:20-21

Denomination: *other

The Be-Attitudes - Part Iv Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on May 17, 2002

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.

Matthew 5:6(NIV) Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, they will be filled. What does it mean to "Hunger and Thirst?" Hunger and thirst really serve as the body’s notification system for critical systems. When we hunger or thirst, our body is letting us know of our critical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' Word To Us In Light Of The Attack On America

Contributed by Doug Warren on Sep 13, 2001

Jesus Christ offers encouragement in this verse to all believers in times of crisis.

Intro: The attack on America by terrorists has cause a heightened degree of uncertainty and anxiety throughout our world. During such times, we are to turn to the One Source for hope: Jesus Christ our Lord. In our text, Jesus speaks to our fears, uncertainties, and anxieties....Let us ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Baptist

Demas The Defector

Contributed by Danny Thomas on Oct 16, 2001

A look at spiritual defection.

Demas the Defector 2 Timothy 4:9-12 2 Timothy 4:9-12 9 Be diligent to come to me quickly; 10 for Demas has forsaken me, having loved this present world, and has departed for Thessalonica-- Crescens for Galatia, Titus for Dalmatia. 11 Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Runt

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 12, 2001

Could we be a runt?

Runt Story of Preacher and Farmer with runt pig. Could we be the runt? Paul wrote to Timothy: Be thou an example of the believers in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.” Would we be a good example? In purity: jokes (Pure heart-from the heart, the mouth…) Eph ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Ephesians 5:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Threat To World Mission

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Mar 29, 2001

Where does the greatest threat to God’s people carrying out God’s mission come from ? Within! Find out why.

(1) INTRODUCTION: The greatest threat to the Church accomplishing our missionary mandate is not from WITHOUT(powers,principalities, language and cultural barriers,funding etc...) but from WITHIN : Deception / false doctrine amongst God’s people. Deceptive teaching in God’s name has led to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Matthew 24:10-14

Denomination: *other

When We Can't, God Can

Contributed by Mark Glodfelter on Dec 9, 2000

Learn that God can help us in whatever we face.

When we canÕt, God can - Jer. 32:15-23, 27 I. Things were not looking good for Israel nor for Jeremiah A. The Babylonians were beseiging Jerusalem - vs. 1-2 B. Jeremiah was in custody for preaching the Word of the Lord - vs. 2-3 C. Zedekiah the king wasnÕt a God fearing king - 2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

Instructions For Coping With Tragic Loss Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Jan 14, 2001

When unexplainable tragedy/death strikes, God has definite instructions for His children.

Intro: This has been a sudden loss, one which has produced many questions in our minds. When an unexplainable tragedy strikes, God has some definite instructions for us. Let us consider them briefly: I. RECOGNIZE THAT THERE ARE THINGS WE CANNOT UNDERSTAND. 1. We could "wrestle"with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Flooded Foundations

Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Jan 17, 2001

The foundations on which we build our lives are vitally important. Preached following Hurricane Floyd flood in North Carolina.

Introduction: As I speak, there are over 4000 people in emergency shelters in North Carolina. Most of these, our neighbors, are in these shelters because they have been run from their homes by the flood waters of the Tar, the Neuse, the Trent Rivers and various streams that have turned into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Doing Membership

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Membership is something you do, not something you have.

Thesis: Membership is something you do, not something you have. Intro.: 1. For the past several weeks we've been exploring the notion of "the priesthood of all believers." a. Priests have a job to do, a ministry to perform. b. Illust. Evertt Huffard, an instructor at HGSR, says Christians can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Passing The Ultimate Test Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THERE IS NO CONDEMNATION FOR THE MAN OF INTEGRITY

BIG IDEA: THERE IS NO CONDEMNATION FOR THE MAN OF INTEGRITY I. (:1-7) INTEGRITY IS THE BASIS FOR VINDICATION = A SUCCESSFUL APPEAL TO THE SUPREME COURT A. Desired Verdict = Vindication “Vindicate me, O Lord” B. Necessary Examination “Examine me, O Lord, and try me; Test my mind and my heart” C. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Surely There Is A God Who Judges On Earth Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WICKED RULERS WILL GET WHAT’S COMING TO THEM = THE WRATH OF GOD

BIG IDEA: WICKED RULERS WILL GET WHAT’S COMING TO THEM = THE WRATH OF GOD INTRODUCTION: Imprecatory Psalm "Vengeance is mine" saith the Lord Answers the Questions: Is there a God who really judges? Can wicked rulers get away with injustice and lies? Will the righteous ever be rewarded? I. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 58:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is My Stronghold Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE STRONGHOLD OF GOD IS OUR REFUGE FROM FIERCE ATTACKERS

BIG IDEA: THE STRONGHOLD OF GOD IS OUR REFUGE FROM FIERCE ATTACKERS INTRODUCTION: This week I had the opportunity to visit Cochises’ Stronghold in the desert outside of Tucson, AZ. Very Impressive; a place of safety and refuge; no good way for the enemy to attack I. (:1-5) FIERCE ATTACKERS DRIVE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 59:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible