Sermons on avoid sameness: showing 961-975 of 141,435

Distractions

Contributed by Jeffrey Cox on May 11, 2004

Using the disciple Andrew as a model, we should all avoid the daily distractions of life to keep our eyes on God and his work.

Distractions I. According to history, the disciple Andrew was a disciple of John the Baptist, yet as soon as Christ came in to his life, his focus changed. A. John 1:35-40. He left the ministry of John the Baptist immediately and followed Christ. B. In John 1:41 he introduced Jesus to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Payback System Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 20, 2015

Trust Christ as your Savior and avoid God's coming judgment, which will be severe, suitable, and certain as it hardens people's hearts against Him.

Fred was a practical joker, who enjoyed pulling some crazy pranks at each of his three friends’ weddings. Then Fred got married, and he was worried. He was sure they would retaliate, but nobody interrupted the minister. Nobody sent naughty telegrams, and nobody hid his suitcases. There ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Blesses Are The Meek Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 26, 2011

Continuing ther series on the sermon of the mount. Blessed are the Meek. The Meek are not doormats and they do not have to give up thier values to avoid conflict.

Blessed are the Meek For they will inherit the earth Matthew 5:1-5:12 Turn to Matthew 5 as we continue to look at the Sermon on the Mount. We will be looking at the third Be-attitude this morning. “Blessed are the Meek for they will inherit the earth.” Recapping the first two- 1. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Enough Is Enough Series

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Jun 13, 2022

The same God that heard and answered Elijah's prayers, the same God that brought the rain, is the same God that is with us today. What a marvelous joy the foundation before us upon which we can rebuild the altars in our heart, that He is with us every step of the way.

Is Religion Good for Society? When preparing this message, I came across a survey conducted by the NCLS (or National Church Life Survey) that was released in November 2019. This survey has been conducted among 20 different denominations every five years since 1991, and surveys several thousand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:19-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Might Have Been

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 20, 2008

Look at famous failures (like Mike Tyson and Michael Vick) and Judas to see how we can avoid failure in our life.

WHAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN Luke 22:1-6, Mark 14: 17-21 He was a big man on campus, a quarterback with the speed of a gazelle, his moves left would-be tacklers holding a handful of air, an arm like a rocket launcher, and the looks of a model. He had it all… but then he went to the dogs. He found he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Peacemakers Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 7, 2005

The principle for peace is the same as the principle for the farmer’s crops. Never underestimate the power of a seed.

Text: Matthew 5:1 thru 9 While driving down the road during the summer months we can easily see miracle after miracle. With every field of corn, wheat or soybean, we can see miracles taking place. If we take a small seed and put it under several inches of dirt, and give it enough water, enough ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Gives A Warning Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 12, 2014

The analysis of the topic of repentance as set forth in Luke 13:1-9 teaches that all people must repent if they are to avoid truly perishing.

Scripture This is the third Sunday of Advent. Advent is the season of the Christian year in which we remember the first coming of Jesus and also anticipate the second coming of Jesus. In our study of The Gospel of Luke, Jesus was on his way to Jerusalem from Galilee. He only had a few months left ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

On Being Filled With The Spirit

Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 1, 2001

Having the Holy Spirit is not the same as being FILLED with the Holy Spirit.

On Being Filled with the Spirit Ephesians 5:18-21 It is safe to assume that everyone here today has indoor plumbing. If we want a glass of water, it is simply a matter of taking a glass, placing it under the faucet, and turning on the water. The water is available for us. It is simply a matter of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Spirit Of Christ

Contributed by Robert Cox on Apr 13, 2007

It’s the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead......

Firstly, I want to welcome everyone here this morning. Today is a very special day for Christians, probably THE day that is the single most important to our faith. Yes, all the events in the life of Jesus were important...the conception, the baptism, the ministry, the miracles, and yes, even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Epilogue

Contributed by Chris Talton on Oct 27, 2003

Greatness with God is not measured by the same standards as men measure greatness.

Sept. 28, 2003 Esther 10 “Epilogue” INTRODUCTION His name is Muhammed Ali, and they call him “The Greatest.” With good reason. As an amateur, he had 108 boxing bouts. Because of his wins in those fights, he gained 6 Kentucky Golden Gloves championships, two National Golden Gloves ...read more

Scripture: Esther 10:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

"The Almost Christian"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 20, 2003

Based, in large part, on a sermon by John Wesley with the same title.

ACTS 26:28-29 “The Almost Christian” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA The apostle Paul was in chains. The religious leaders wanted him condemned… …they wanted him killed because he had come into Jerusalem preaching the Gospel of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:28-29

Denomination: United Methodist

How Do Your Circumstances Effect You?

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005

Many people face the same issues and handle them differently.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA How Do Your Circumstances Effect You? I Kings 19:1-4 Intro: Elijah was a man that faced many trials. He worked many miracles, and God blessed his ministry. But we see him here sitting under a juniper tree begging to die ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Every Woman Can Be A Ruth

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 11, 2008

Every woman can choose to follow the same path as Ruth.

Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Mother’s Day Dr. Elmer L. Towns Every Woman Can Be A Ruth May 11, 2008 A. RUTH MARRIES INTO BACKSLIDDEN FAMILY 1. Naomi and Elimeleck were bluebloods. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem” (1:2), original settlers of Bethlehem. 2. Planned temporary ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Never Changes

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Mar 27, 2008

People change their minds, but Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

This has been a trying week for Jesus. On the first day of the Week there were shouts of excitement as Jesus rode upon the donkey into Jerusalem. The great crowd gathered around Jesus, some spreading their clothing upon the road and others cutting and gathering palm branches and spreading them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-22

Denomination: Christian Church

In The Presence Of A Holy God

Contributed by Roger Roark on May 24, 2007

Once we have an encounter with God, we will never be the same.

In the presence of a Holy God Exodus 3:1-5 and Acts 9:4-8 In 1961 A.W. Tozer was given the opportunity to speak to a group of ministers on a subject of his choice. Not surprisingly he chose to speak to them about the holiness of God. During that talk he said the following words: “I believe we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:4-9

Denomination: Baptist