Sermons on Ba Al:

Ba Christian Vs Cultural Christian

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 8, 2012

Cultural Christianity means to pursue the God we want instead of the God who is. It is the tendency to be shallow in our understanding of God, wanting Him to be more of a gentle grandfather type who pampers us and lets us have our own way. It is sensing a

Opening illustration: Throughout our life, Maureena and I have been exposed to a number of cultures but we have yielded to none, not even the one that we were born in. The weaning process takes a longer time for some than others. The impact that the culture has in the church in America is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hokey Pokey Christians

Contributed by Carol Moore on Aug 16, 2019

As I stood on Mt. Carmel, looking down toward the valley below, I listened to our tour guide and thought of the story of Elijah, Ahab, and the prophets. In my mind's eye, I could hear Elijah telling the Israelites they must choose between God and Baal.

My dad didn’t know how to deal with my being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. He never asked me any questions but just watched me. After he saw that I was not going to become an invalid anytime soon, he came to me and said, “Pick any place is the world you want to go, Sis, and we’ll go.” I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-21

Killing The Prophets

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 24, 2021

Elijah’s persecution has been echoed by many ancient prophets and modern preachers. What can we learn from this faithful messenger’s recovery from a bitter experience? Let’s look at his story in 1 Kings 19:1-21.

Prelude Elijah’s persecution has been echoed by many ancient prophets and modern preachers. Purpose: What can we learn from this faithful messenger’s recovery from a bitter experience? Plan: Let’s look at his story in 1 Kings 19:1-21. He Arose and Ran After his powerful confrontation with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Position In The Church

Contributed by Matthew Drake on May 29, 2001

A great sermon on Prayer!

I would like to talk to you for just a few minutes this morning upon a subject simply entitled, “The best position in The Church”. Seven times in our Scripture text James exhorts The Church to pray. He teaches different aspects of prayer, how it should be done and what its results should be. I ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Principles For Recovering The Fire Of God

Contributed by Richard Deem on Oct 12, 2006

The irony is that Israel was in the midst of a DROUGHT, and yet the people were commanded to pour water on the sacrifice! Don’t miss this: They were instructed to put their most precious possession on the altar if they were to experience God’s Fire!

PRINCIPLES FOR RECOVERING THE FIRE OF GOD 1 Kings 18:36-39 "And it came to pass at the time of the offering of the evening sacrifice, that Elijah the prophet came near, and said, LORD God of Abraham, Isaac, and of Israel, let it be known this day that thou art God in Israel, and that I am thy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-39

Denomination: Church Of God

Baal-Hanan Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 30, 2022

Baal-hanan is a King of Edom. He is also mentioned in the King List in 1 Chronicles 1:49–50. He succeeded Shaul and was himself succeeded by Hadad. He was the son of Achbor.

BAAL-HANAN There are two men by this name in the Hebrew Bible. In Genesis 36:38–39, Baal-hanan is a King of Edom. He is also mentioned in the King List in 1 Chronicles 1:49–50. He succeeded Shaul and was himself succeeded by Hadad. He was the son of Achbor. He is called the son of Achbor; but the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 36:32

Denomination: Baptist

Fidelity To God's Call

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Apr 1, 2019

When we hear the word “prophet”, we often think of someone whose primary job is to tell the future. But prophets had a much more important job: they were called to bring the hard truth to God’s people, so that they would realize their need for reconciliation with God.

INTRODUCTION When we hear the word “prophet”, we often think of someone whose primary job is to tell the future. We might equate the term with “soothsayer”, “seer,” or even in a non-Christian context, “fortune teller”. We most often judge a prophet by whether or not their words come true. There is ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:7-15, Amos 2:6-8

Denomination: Nazarene

When God Whispers Your Name Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Mar 15, 2017

Pastor John teaches about God bringing you out from the battle and into a quiet place where you can here HIM whisper your name

When God Whispers Your Name CCCAG March 5th, 2017 Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-14 Preaching/working for years with no affect One thing I was taught in bible school about the way that a pastor should present him or herself that I never agreed with was this idea that a pastor should never tell his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

B.a. Incompetent, Slip-Shod Faith

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 25, 2006

Often we have bad attitudes which will cause our faith to be ineffective. Faith must be more than a wishbone of the church, it must be our back bone.

B. A. --- INCOMPETENT ---SLIP SHOD FAITH? VS --- GET THE JOB DONE FAITH.... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson. B.A. means Bad Attitude. TEXT: Philemon 1:6 That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Llegando Al "Home Plate" Series

Contributed by Carlos Camarena on Mar 21, 2003

Patience through suffering

Llegando a “home plate” Santiago 1:3-4 Romanos 8:31-37 I. Introducción A. Leer el libro de Santiago es como ver a un jardinero podar una planta, un arbol de frutas. Podar tiene dos propósitos: darle una buena apariencia a la planta, o para que dé mejor fruto. 1. Creo que Santiago tiene el ...read more

Scripture: James 1:3-4, Romans 8:31-37

Denomination: Adventist

Miremos Al Año Nuevo

Contributed by Adrián Olivas on Apr 24, 2002

Al mirar hacia el año nuevo, necesitamos evaluarnos a nosotros mismos. Con mucha frecuencia sólo vemos las faltas y fallas de otros.

Miremos al año Nuevo Lamentaciones 3:40 Introducción Al mirar hacia el año nuevo, necesitamos evaluarnos a nosotros mismos. Con mucha frecuencia sólo vemos las faltas y fallas de otros. 1. Veamos a nosotros mismos a la luz de la Palabras de Dios. ¿Cómo se mide nuestra vida de acuerdo con la ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

En Camino Al Éxito

Contributed by Alberto Valenzuela on Oct 8, 2006

Nos gusta leer historias con un final feliz. Nos encantan los cuentos de hadas porque, al fin, se casan y viven felices para siempre. Hay algo en la prosperidad y en una vida de éxito que nos llama la atención.

En camino al éxito Todos los humanos, hombres y mujeres, caemos en dos categorías, cuando hablamos del éxito en esta vida: Aquellos que tienen éxito y aquellos que no lo tienen. Dentro de estas categorías están las subdivisiones de aquellos que están en camino hacia el éxito y aquellos que alguna ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21

Denomination: Adventist

Cómo Acercarnos Al Señor

Contributed by Felix Ramirez on Nov 8, 2005

Un análisis de las condiciones que el mismo Seor exige para acercarnos a su presencia, basado en este salmo

CÓMO ACERCARNOS AL SEÑOR Salmo 15 INTRODUCCIÓN A. Al leer detenidamente las palabras de este salmo, no puedo dejar de plantearme las siguientes preguntas. Deténgase para sentir toda su fuerza: ¿De qué cosas me preocupo? ¿Qué asuntos atraen mi atención? ¿Cuáles son los temas en mis pensamientos con ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Liderazgo Al Estilo Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Mynor Vargas on Apr 24, 2003

Introducción: Los cristianos tenemos a Jesucristo no sólo como nuestro Salvador, sino como nuestro modelo en todas las áreas de la vida. Como líderes cristianos debemos tomar el ejemplo de Jesus y conocer los secretos de su liderazgo para incorporarlos al

“Liderazgo al Estilo de Jesús” (Jesús Modelo Perfecto de Liderzgo Intachable) Dr. Mynor Vargas 1 Pedro 2:21-24 21Para esto fuisteis llamados, porque también Cristo padeció por nosotros, dejándonos ejemplo (MODELO PERFECTO – Hupogrammos, griego) (metodo de enseñar) para que sigáis sus pisadas. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-24, Luke 14:28-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Liderazgo Al Estilo Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Mynor Vargas on Apr 24, 2003

Introducción: Los cristianos tenemos a Jesucristo no sólo como nuestro Salvador, sino como nuestro modelo en todas las áreas de la vida. Como líderes cristianos debemos tomar el ejemplo de Jesus y conocer los secretos de su liderazgo para incorporarlos al

“Liderazgo al Estilo de Jesús” (Jesús Modelo Perfecto de Liderzgo Intachable) Dr. Mynor Vargas 1 Pedro 2:21-24 21Para esto fuisteis llamados, porque también Cristo padeció por nosotros, dejándonos ejemplo (MODELO PERFECTO – Hupogrammos, griego) (metodo de enseñar) para que sigáis sus pisadas. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-31, 1 Peter 2:21-24

Denomination: Pentecostal