Sermons on Barriers To Growth:

Image Is Everything! Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 27, 2006

Discover the counter-cultural ethic that Jesus utilized as he ministered and saved the human race.

Image is Everything! Gospel of Mark 1:32-39 Sermon #2 of “Ten Cultural Myths that Drive America” This is our second sermon in our sermon series, “Ten Cultural Myths that Drive America” from the first six chapters of Mark. Last week we looked at “Might Makes Right” from Mark 1:1-13. We discovered ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:32-39

Denomination: Nazarene

Extiende Tu Capacidad

Contributed by Neftali Nava on Nov 27, 2006

El crecimiento es algo natural. Como cristianos Dios espera que tengamos un crecimiento saludable. ¿Como puedo extender mi capacidad?

Introducción: -El crecimiento es normal. -Todos los organismos saludables están en crecimiento. -Ejemplo: La semilla y el crecimiento. -Como Cristianos Dios espera que estemos creciendo. ¿Cómo puedo extender mi capacidad? I. Engrandece Tu Capacidad Espiritual -¿Cuántos queremos crecer? (1 Cron. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rules Are Made To Be Broken Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 27, 2006

Discover the counter-cultural ethic that Jesus utilized as he ministered and saved the human race.

RULES ARE MADE TO BE BROKEN Mark 2:18 – 3:6 Sermon #4 of “Ten Cultural Myths that Drive America” This is the fourth sermon in our sermon series, “Ten Cultural Myths that Drive America” from the first six chapters of Mark. Last week we looked at “Shop ‘Til You Drop” from Mark 2:13-17. We discovered ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Firewalkers

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Nov 27, 2006

A powerul revelation on how to get through the fire 1.Why does the fire come? 2.What to do in the fire? 3.What comes after the fire?

I seriously doubt if anyone here tonight would say no to a fresh anointing, a new level of authority and effectiveness in the kingdom. I believe that is the reason we are here, we recognize the need of fresh oil in our lives That fact is we are living in such a time that we must have fresh fire in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Going Vertical - Soaring To New Heights

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Nov 27, 2006

I don’t know if our fascination with physically going vertical has any relation spiritually, but I will tell you that there is an innate desire built into every human to go vertical. God has designed a part of us that just won’t be satisfied until we lear

Going Vertical - Soaring to New Heights Introduction: Humans have an uncanny fascination with the thrill of going vertical. Something about having the pull of gravity acting upon the human body as other forces, whatever they may be, struggle upward. (Slide 2) There are those who struggle to climb ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Power And Pain Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 28, 2006

This is the fifth in a series of sermons looking at developing a deeper walk with Christ. It addresses the issue of spiritual goals. Paul’s wer to know Christ in the power of His resurrection and in the fellowhsip of His suffering.

Going Deeper Pt 5 - Power and Pain Phil. 3:10 We have spent the last few weeks looking together at this idea of developing a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. How many of you are still on board? How many of you are still pressing toward a deeper walk with God? Over the last weeks we have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: *other

Press On Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 28, 2006

This is the sixth and finalsermon in a series of sermons looking at developing a deeper walk with Christ. It addresses the issues of self evaluation and service.

Going Deeper Pt 6 - Press On Phil 3:2-16 This morning I want to wrap up this series on going deeper. Are you still with me? I hope that you are journeying deeper each day in your relationship with Christ. Last week I shared with you Paul’s goals for his spiritual life; To know Christ in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-16

Denomination: *other

Biblical Faith

Contributed by Michael Stover on May 26, 2002

What elements are necessary for a Biblical Faith?

Biblical faith involves 3 things: our minds, our emotions, and our wills I. Our Minds A. Biblical faith is first of all belief based on evidence 1. Christianity is firmly set in history 2. A reasonable and honest inquiry with our minds leads us to believe that the Bible is too accurate to be a ...read more

Scripture: James 2:18-20, James 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

A Fresh Start

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 10, 2007

What makes New Year’s Day so special is that it’s like starting all over. You can thank God for a great year, ask forgiveness for all of your mishaps, and start fresh with 365 days of possibilities ahead of you.

A Fresh Start Every year we celebrate New Year’s Eve with a countdown and firework commemorating all our accomplishments and joys of yet another year that has passed. Unfortunately, there are other not so happy memories that we want to brush under the carpet and put behind us. They may include the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who May Ascend

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 10, 2007

Don’t simply go through the motions of Christianity. With clean hands and a pure heart, determine to be a part of this mighty movement in your generation.

Who May Ascend? Text: Psalm 24:3-6 “Who May ascend the hill of the Lord? Who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear by what is false. He will receive blessing from the Lord and vindication from God His Savior. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Definitions Of Prayer

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jan 10, 2007

what the Bible says about what prayer is--a defintion from scripture.

Intro: most of the sermons on prayer generally emphasize the need of prayer, the how to of prayer, the outcome of prayer. Tonight, I would like to simplify this subject by looking at, "Definitions of Prayer." The bible is full of verses that include the words pray, prayed, praying—in examining ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Practical Work Ethic Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 10, 2007

Paul moves from the words of encouragement to Timothy in Chapter 1 to words of wisdom in a credible work ethic that all Christians should strive to maintain.

Practical Work Ethic 2 Timothy 2:1-26 I. Work’s Zeal (v. 1-7) a. Enduring Hardship (v. 3-4; 2 Corinthians 4:10) b. Maintaining Integrity (v. 5; 1 Corinthians 9:25-27) c. Brings “first” fruits (v. 6) II. Work’s Motivation (v. 8-13) a. Jesus is alive (v. 8) b. God’s Word is active (v. 9; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Do All The Good You Possibly Can Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jan 11, 2007

This is a sermon based on the Second General Rule of the Methodist Societies.

(This sermon has text, but are talking points and was expounded when preached). What if you were the woman Elijah asked for help 1 Kings 17:8-16)? Ill: In my own life, that when I wasn’t helping, didn’t seem to be many there when I needed help. But when I was a generous and caring person… The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Christmas Dedication Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 12, 2007

*What will you do with the Christ of Christmas? Dedicate your life to Him. God’s Word will show us how.

Let Christmas Change Your World! Part 5 - Christmas Dedication Luke 2:21-35 Sermon by Rick Crandall - McClendon Baptist Church 123106am *Jo Carr tells about a children’s Christmas program she once saw. Jo said: "All the songs had been sung, and the candles lit. The shepherds had come to peek at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Rescue! Series

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Jan 12, 2007

God doesn’t call the qualified, He qualifies the called.

A New Beginning The Rescue! God doesn’t call the qualified, He qualifies the called. Genesis 1:1&2 1In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ