Sermons on Assurance:

Be Prepared To Suffer

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust.

Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust. of not being prepared: Peter wants his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:13-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Whose Life Is It Anyway?

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

God’s grace gives us life

Whose Life Is It Anyway? Eph 2:8-9 Introduction: What is life? It is to be saved. Salvation is to be assured of eternal life in heaven. Without salvation, we are dead; we just don’t know it. Keep it to yourself it’s my life. Go ahead with your own life, leave me alone. I. Grace - God’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Living Under The Shadow Of The Almighty

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 21, 2003

What a privilege and joy for the believer to live in the every day recognition of the presence of God in his or her life.

LIVING UNDER THE SHADOW OF THE ALMIGHTY “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress: My God. In Him I will trust.” Psalms 91: 1-2 I. HOW THIS HIGH PRIVILEGE IS OBTAINED: Through ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

"The Testing Of Faith" Part 2

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Sep 15, 2003

Our faith will be tested to verify its validity

"THE TESTING OF FAITH" www.dennisdeese.com JAMES 1:1-18 (Chapter One - The Examination of Faith) ETS: James affirms the fact that Christian faith is tested to verify its validity. ESS: Our faith will be tested to verify its validity. We have looked at the test of: Time, Trials and now the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Questions About Eternal Life Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 9, 2005

A. Are You Sure That You Have Eternal Life? B. Make Sure by Coming in Faith to Christ Today

Questions about Eternal Life Series on 1 John 1 John 5:11-13 Introduction A. Life Is Short at Its Longest 1. The psalmist’s conclusion: 70-80 years (Ps. 90:10) 2. Our average life span is still in that range B. Jesus Came to Offer Something Better 1. "Everlasting life" (John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Tips For Spiritual Sucess"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Aug 26, 2001

Tips for success in the Christian life.

Title: “Tips For Spiritual Success” Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9 Introduction: Christians are assured of good success when they fill their hearts and minds with God’s Word and obey it, but because many of them have neglected this, they are less than successful in their spiritual lives. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

His Might Over Our Enemies

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

God’s might is our protection over our enemies.

INTRODUCTION Coronation Psalm If God is with us who can be against us? I. HE IS THE MIGHTY RULER, 1-3 -It is the Lord’s decree, establishing His anointed as His regent in the face of all opposition. (see 2:7-12) A. Sitting at the Right Hand, 1 (place of honor) B. Ruling in the midst of His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Criminal's Confession/Declaration

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 6, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: What are the essential factors to be saved? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that anywhere you are, GOD will save you. IV. TEXT: Luke 23:40-43 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) But the o

I. EXORDIUM: What are the essential factors to be saved? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that anywhere you are, GOD will save you. IV. TEXT: Luke 23:40-43 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) But the other criminal protested, “Don’t you fear God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:40-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Inner Peace Through God's Word SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

In a world where peace is a constant pursuit, true tranquility can be found in studying God's Word. This sermon explores how the Word of God brings deep, lasting peace to our hearts.

Many people today are searching for peace, longing for it, and praying for it. However, true peace of heart can only be found through the study of God's Word, the Bible. God's Word is made up of several components: 1. The entire Scriptures as written in the Bible (2 Timothy 3:16-17). 2. The truth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:19-20

Topics: Inner Peace, God's Word

Finding Hope In Grief SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A message on the comforting hope we hold as Christians during times of loss.

Today, we gather to honor the memory of Eva Mae Paul and find comfort in the hope we have as Christians. In this passage from 1 Thessalonians, the people were concerned about what would happen to their loved ones who had passed away. They feared missing out on the return of Jesus Christ. But Paul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Topics: Christian Funerals, Hope

What Happens When A Christian Sins?

Contributed by David Lansdown on Apr 16, 2003

When a Christian sins relationship is NOT altered, position is NOT altered, BUT fellowship is broken.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A CHRISTIAN SINS? PSALM 51 Scripture makes it abundantly clear that if we believe in Jesus and have put our trust in Him, then we are His, and nothing or no-one can change that. How wonderful it is to know that we are secure in the Lord Jesus Christ! WELL THEN, SINCE THE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

"Covenant Of Grace"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 2, 2004

God made a contract with us, and we had no role in it, except to receive the benefits. It is a covenant of grace. A Palm sunday sermon.

Abram had just won a great victory. His nephew, Lot, had been taken captive, along with his entire family, servants and goods, by four kings and their armies; and with 318 men, Abram had chased them down, defeated them, and brought back the hostages. Then in a separate victory of sorts, Abram ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Orthodox

Sermon – Overflowing With Confident Hope Through The Power Of The Holy Spirit.

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 3, 2024

First Candle, called the Prophecy Candle, represents hope and the anticipation of Christ's coming, recalling the prophecies about the Messiah and the hope He brings to the world.

Sermon – Overflowing with Confident Hope Through the Power of the Holy Spirit. Scripture Lesson -Romans 5:1-5 “Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us. Because of our faith, Christ has brought us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5, Romans 15:13, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 14:1-3, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon # 43 - We Are Overcomers Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 9, 2023

No matter what the hardships or trials that come our way, if our faith is in the Lord Jesus, we will come forth victorious and Satan will have no power over us. Step into the water, and allow God to perform the miracles for your breakthrough.

We read in Act 11:21, “The hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number of people believed and turned to the Lord.” (ISV) As long as we live on this earth, we will encounter numerous hindrances, but we have a God who can overcome every obstacle, and so every hurdle that comes along our way ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:21, Genesis 12:2, Genesis 26:24, Genesis 28:14, Joshua 3:15, Joshua 4:23-24, Romans 16:20, 1 Kings 5:3, Joshua 3:16, Philippians 2:8, Philippians 2:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Moral Test Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 22, 2021

First John 2:3-6 gives us objective evidence that someone's profession of faith is credible.

Scripture In his First Letter, John wrote to oppose the false teaching by setting down biblical principles of fellowship with God. He showed how genuine fellowship with God is identified by three different tests. First is the moral test, which is the test of obedience. Second is the social test, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed