Sermons on Baptism Of The Holy Spirit:

The World Series Game

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 14, 2000

Life is like a world series ball game.

THE WORLD SERIES GAME I Cor. 9:25 "Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." INTRO.- ILL.- The song goes like this: Take me out to the ball game, Take me out with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Bless Us With Happiness - Part Iii

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 1, 2005

Most people want some happiness in life but do they find it? Not where they might think.

INTRO.- Why would I preach about seeking happiness? Because I think this is a goal that most people have in life. Most people would like to have a certain amount of happiness in life and they go looking for it in all kinds of ways but they don’t always find it. Haven’t you noticed? The world ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trampled Champ (Part 1: God's Will Vs. Man's Will) Series

Contributed by Bumble Ho on Aug 14, 2005

A two-speakers’ sermon on Samson. Big idea: God’s purpose won’t ever fail, but we could fail ourselves if we don’t discipline ourselves according to his purpose.

Bumble: Good morning! It’s great to study the Word of God again with you today. Paul (aka Cau) is up here with me. For those who don’t know him, Paul is one of our favorite former gangsta-boys. He started coming to our college group at the end of 2000, and God worked through his life tremendously. ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Mighty Is As Mighty Does

Contributed by William Noel on Aug 15, 2005

Discussion of 3 character traits essential to being Mighty for the Lord

“Mighty Is As Mighty Does” II Sam. 23:8-12 Intro. What does it take to be ‘mighty’ for the Lord? I believe it takes someone who knows they are never outnumbered. In verse 8 of II Sam. 23, we’re introduced to a man by the name of Adino. He and his people are mentioned one time in Scripture, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

An Unlikely Harvester

Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 18, 2005

In the account of the woman at the well in John 4, we will see that she serves as a good example, to all who truly desire to be a Harvester for God.

"AN UNLIKELY HARVESTER" INTRODUCTION As she walked over and looked out the window, she saw the sun high in the sky and she knew it was near the sixth hour (12 noon). It was going to be another hot day and there wasn’t even a small breeze to break the heat. She knew that this ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

About The Collection (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 19, 2005

This is the second of four messages "about the collection" in which we examine the principles of financial stewardship. This sermon examines the period, participants, and place of giving.

Scripture Last week I began a sermon series About the Collection. My intention is to preach four messages on the biblical principles of financial stewardship with respect to giving to the Lord. I would like to reiterate that these messages are intended to help you who are Christians grow in this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

About The Collection (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 26, 2005

This is the third of four messages "about the collection" in which we examine the principles of financial stewardship. This sermon examines the proportion of giving (that is, how much to give to the church).

Scripture Two weeks ago I began a sermon series About the Collection. My intention is to preach four messages on the biblical principles of financial stewardship with respect to giving to the Lord. I would like to reiterate that these messages are intended to help you who are Christians grow in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Da Vinci Code: Fact Or Fiction (Part Five: Is Absolute Truth Real?)

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 12, 2006

This message deals with the likely possibility of people choosing to believe both the Bible and The Da Vinci Code. It addresses the issues of absolute truth and syncretism.

The Issue: “Few will choose to totally dismiss the Bible and believe instead in The Da Vinci Code; there is a greater danger, though, of many choosing to believe both the Bible and The Da Vinci Code.” - I imagine that relatively few people will choose, after having read The Da Vinci Code, to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

God, Money And Me

Contributed by W F on Jun 25, 2006

A Biblical blue-print for financial management.

INTRODUCTION At the Rainbow Bird Park in Kalbarri Western Australia there are two exotic birds valued at $8000 each. They were purchased in order to commence a breeding program - only they won’t breed! That’s what I call a high risk investment. Wealth and money holds various levels of importance ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-8

Denomination: *other

Temptations Women Face Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

Temptations that are common to women

(based on messages by Mark Jones and Kyle Idleman) SERIES: “FATAL TEMPTATIONS” TEXT: JAMES 1:14-15; JEREMIAH 2:13 TITLE: “TEMPTATIONS WOMEN FACE” INTRODUCTION: A. Today is Mother’s Day 1. A teacher gave her class of second graders a lesson on ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Injustice Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Apr 15, 2006

3rd in 5 part Series using the popular TV show, CSI, to investigate the death and subsequent resurrection of Jesus Christ.

THE GREAT INJUSTICE: Caiaphas’ Conspiracy CSI: Murder of God - Week 4 MATT.26:57-68 INTRODUCTION: (Intro mpeg to CSI:31) It’s amazing that sometimes in our twisted world that what’s right can be unjust - that some things that are legal don’t give justice to others. Perennially perky lawyer, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-68

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Sheep Dogs

Contributed by Mark Davis on Apr 17, 2006

The church/flock and their relationship to their pastor/sheep dog.

God’s Sheep Dogs I Thessalonians 5:12-13 Introduction: Sheep Dogs - A Shepherd’s Best Friend A well-trained sheep dog works in partnership with the shepherd and obeys commands to perform its job. Properly trained, the dog is able to move the sheep just about anywhere. Good herding dogs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Life Without Limits Series

Contributed by Darryl Bell on Apr 19, 2006

Because of Christ’s resurrection, God’s power is available for you.

Life without Limits; Mark 16:1-8; Romans 6:5-11 NLT; 7th of 7 in “All for You” series; Easter Sunday; 04-16-06; The Promise; Darryl Bell What limits you? What ties you down? What holds you back? What keeps you from becoming all you intended to become and from doing all you long to accomplish? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lazarus Come Out

Contributed by Jacob Kutty on Apr 27, 2006

Theree people with different attitude can be changed in to one by the Lord

Lazarus come out Jesus came to the house of Lazarus. In the Gospels we can see that Jesus went to the house of different people. In Cana he went to the wedding ceremony. He went to the House of Peters Mother-in-Law. He went to the house of Jairas. During his ministry he went to so many houses. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trust And Obey

Contributed by Derek Melanson on May 5, 2006

Abram’s call shows us how our trust in the Lord must lead to obedience and that this is what it means to follow the call of God in our lives.

“Trust and Obey” Genesis 12: 1 – 9; Joshua 24: 2, 3; Acts 7: 2 – 4 Introduction 1. Summer is nearly here. The weather will soon – hopefully! – get warmer and sunnier. Some have no doubt already started using their barbecues. For many people the approaching season of summer means one thing: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Baptist