Sermons on authentic life: showing 181-195 of 192,330

Becoming A Real Man

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 24, 2009

A message to the 2009 "A Real Man" Conference at our church. Much of the info in this message I gleaned from the teachings of Robert Lewis.

A REAL MAN 1 Corinthians 15:45-49 * Men – Video / Women – Video * All of my life I have had my own personal concept of what it means to be a REAL man. Understand, I never gave it much “thought”, I simply watch dad, papaw, my uncles, men friends, and others to decide what manhood is all about. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:45-49

Denomination: Baptist

Get Over Your Story And Into His Glory

Contributed by David Phillips on Nov 18, 2002

There comes a time in our lives that we must get over whatever story we have and seek Him and give Him the glory

GET OVER YOUR STORY AND INTO HIS GLORY TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 10:31 iNTRODUCTION: EVERYONE HAS A STORY ABOUT THEIR CHRISTIAN LIFE--WHEN AND HOW THEY WERE SAVED, THEIR PERSECUTION AS A CHRISTIAN, HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE HURT THEM, ETC.THEY HAVE A STORY ABOUT HOW THEY HAVE BEEN HURT BY FAMILY, FRIENDS, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Which Father Are You Following? Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 9, 2016

Sermon Series on 1 John

Series: 1 John Week: 12 Passage: 1 John 3:7-10 Title: Which Father are you Following? Focus: Christian Living STORY: When I was in high school my parent’s and I got into the worst fight recorded in history. There was yelling and screaming for almost an hour straight. After the dust ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forward In Faith: Walking In Joy And Faith Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 14, 2014

An encouragement keep walking in joy and faith during times of trail and tribulation.

If you know anything about me, it’s probably that I am always doing something. I am always busy doing something for the Lord. But the last couple of weeks has been different, I’ve had a viral infection that has really knocked the wind out of my sails. And one thing I have done a lot ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Part 8 - Vital Elements Of Worship Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 27, 2020

What is important to a worship service in the house of God?

When we’re talking about worship, what is important to you? What do you want in a worship service? For some people is a comfortable, distraction-free environment. For other people, it’s making sure they’re in a good-sized congregation. Others might list style of music, the design of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, Ephesians 1:5, John 1:12, Genesis 4:3-5, Exodus 20:2-4, Acts 17:22-24, Isaiah 56:7, Psalm 100:4, 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18, John 13:14-15, 1 John 1:8-10, Colossians 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Unconditional Love

Contributed by Rabbi Parkash on Mar 16, 2018

Love forms,Unconditional love,whom to love?

Love have infinite meaning and infinite forms in this universe. If you are full of love, you will able to see love in each and every particle.Whenever love word strikes mind, why we are hit towards couple love and forget other kinds of love? It’s very funny. Love could exists in each and every ...read more

Love--Within The Church Series

Contributed by James Hickman on Apr 9, 2016

Christian commitment is demonstrated when Christians sincerely love one another.

Love Within the Church Romans 12:9-21 A college roommate of mine used to quote his grandmother's definition of love. "Love," she had said, "is the feeling that you feel when you feel the feeling like you've never felt before." Than definition expresses a common conception of love. Even the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Let’s Wake Up To Our Purpose! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 1, 2017

Rise & Shine: A Wake Up Call: Let’s Wake Up to our Purpose – 1 Corinthians chapter 10 verse 31 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: Question: What do we exist as a Church and as individuals? Answer: For the glory of God. Question: How can we glorify God? Answer: Twofold: • (1st). You glorify God by who and what you are. • (2nd). You glorify God by what you do, Your conduct: SERMON BODY: Ill: Some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Brethren

Christian Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 4, 2016

This two part series focuses on the differences between Christian beliefs and how the label Christian does not fully describes those following Jesus as it did when the term was originally given to His followers.

Christian Part 1 Scriptures: Act 11:26; 1 Peter 4:16; Matthew 7:13-14; 28:19 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “Christian” and I really want you to understand how this term describes someone who follows Christ today versus when it was first used some 2000 years ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Reality Check

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Aug 28, 2007

Examining what it means to live a "real" and authentic Christian life

The text reveals four characteristics that describe a "real" Christian - a believer who not only talks the talk, but walks the walk. By asking four questions we can give ourselves a realtiy check. 1. Are you HONEST? (v. 3) We must be honest in the way we live our lives. Message paraphrase: "But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Sickology - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 7, 2009

Psychologists study the human mind. Biologists study life. Sociologists study society and social behavior. Jesus must have been a Sickoligist. Everywhere he went he was constantly surrounded and followed by sick people. Blind folks, mute folks, lame folks

Sickology Psychologists study the human mind. Biologists study life. Sociologists study society and social behavior. Paleontologists are scientists who study fossils of animals to learn about what the earth was like many years ago. Jesus must have been a Sickoligist. Everywhere he went he was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:6-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Daring Faith 7 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 26, 2016

Daring faith leads us to miracles and to a relationship with Jesus that is life changing and spiritually transforming! It all surfaces out of Love and a God connection!

“Daring Faith” - 7 Summary of Series: We need to have daring faith if we want to stay connected with God and see miracles! This type of faith is rare but when it is in motion in a Christian’s life it unlocks the key to miracles and perseverance. We can stay in the comfort zones ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 17, 2014

The parable confronts us with the demand to make a decision concerning the command just give by Jesus. Are we, or are we not, going to love our neighbor as our self.

LUKE 10: [25-] 29-37 [PARABLES IN LUKE] THE GOOD SAMARITAN [1 John 3:18] Few people really understand US Internal Revenue Service income tax regulations and for good reason. According to Forbes magazine, in 2013 tax codes surpassed four million word mark. In fact, the tax codes have become ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Sinners Who've Found Grace Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 19, 2014

God encourages His children to rejoice in their salvation through Jesus, even if they are experiencing suffering. Holy living is not a product of ‘smooth sailing’. It is a choice, regardless of life-events or life-circumstances.

WAC2BL: Redeemed Scripture Text: 1 Peter 1.17-23 INTRODUCTION Someone asked-a-question: “What’s a WAC2BL?” ~ For starters, …it’s the theme for the next-several-weeks. But, more-than-that, …WAC2BL is a question… …It’s a question ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-23

Denomination: Nazarene

When The Going Gets Rough

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 13, 2005

Message for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church.

When the Going Gets Rough... Various Scriptures November 13, 2005 Introduction I’m going to start off a bit differently than normal, and I’m going to ask you to just hang with me, okay? In fact, the bulk of this message will be a little different than normal, okay? When I was in college back ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12, Proverbs 8:12

Denomination: Wesleyan