Sermons on Be Prepared:

Taking Inventory Series

Contributed by Andy Stanley on Mar 16, 2012

Recovery begins when a group of people, especially the church, those of us who say forgiveness is just waiting on the other side of personal transparency, lead the way.

Find additional Free Resources for This Sermon Series: http://store.northpoint.org/recovery-road-starter-kit.html Well, if you weren’t here last week we’re in Part Two of a series. And if you’re new to our church, we basically take messages or ideas and talk about them until we run out of things ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Public! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 2, 2012

Christians need to go public with their faith. When we are water baptized in front of others we are going public and testifying to those around us that we have become Christians. When we do this we are following a faith action step and a teaching by Jesus

Sermon: Going public Thesis: Christians need to go public with their faith. When we are water baptized in front of others we are going public and testifying to those around us that we have become Christians. When we do this we are following a faith action step and a teaching by Jesus. Going public ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Flying Billboard Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 13, 2010

A study of chapter 5 verses 1 through 10

Zechariah 5: 1 – 10 Flying Billboard 1 Then I turned and raised my eyes, and saw there a flying scroll. 2 And he said to me, “What do you see?” So I answered, “I see a flying scroll. Its length is twenty cubits and its width ten cubits.” 3 Then he said to me, “This is the curse that goes out ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 5:1-10

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Work In Athens Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 2, 2017

Paul works among Gentiles for eighteen months in Corinth and for nearly three years in Ephesus, but no example of his preaching is given. The reason is that it has already been given—in Athens, in the very center of Gentile culture and intellect.

March 21, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: The Work in Athens (17:15-34) Acts 17:15-34 (KJV) 15 And they that conducted Paul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:15-34

Denomination: Baptist

Bad Shepherds

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 12, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 23: 1 – 40

Jeremiah 23: 1 – 40 Bad shepherds 1 “Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of My pasture!” says the LORD. 2 Therefore thus says the LORD God of Israel against the shepherds who feed My people: “You have scattered My flock, driven them away, and not attended to them. Behold, I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Back To The Basics

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 15, 2019

The Separation.

II. THE SEPARATION. A. We have already seen the Standard of Deity. B. Sin Debt. 1. Inception of sin. As we have already demonstrated this took place in the angelic realm. 2. Imputed sin. Not only did Satan persuade some of the angels to follow him, but he was the one in the Garden who was working ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12

Denomination: Baptist

A Reward For Obedience

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 29, 2018

A study in the book of Deuteronomy 4: 1 – 49

Deuteronomy 4: 1 – 49 There is a reward for obedience 4 “Now, O Israel, listen to the statutes and the judgments which I teach you to observe, that you may live, and go in and possess the land which the LORD God of your fathers is giving you. 2 You shall not add to the word which I command you, ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Hope

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 3, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 14: 1- 57

Leviticus 14: 1- 57 Hope 14 Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, 2 “This shall be the law of the leper for the day of his cleansing: He shall be brought to the priest. 3 And the priest shall go out of the camp, and the priest shall examine him; and indeed, if the leprosy is healed in the leper, 4 ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Gift Of New Tongues Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 22, 2018

To establish that the gift of speaking in tongues – was granted by the direct empowerment of the Holy Spirit - or by the “laying on of hands” by the apostles. If the gift of new tongues was part of the infant church; are they necessary today?

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Confusion with New Tongues 2. Commission of New Tongues 3. Conclusion of New Tongues Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “The gift of new tongues.” It is important to understand the work and purpose of the “gift of new tongues” in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-10, Acts 11:15-17, Acts 10:44, Acts 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 14:1-40, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Was The Thief Saved? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 1, 2020

To establish that Jesus, while on the cross, may have saved the thief after he said: "Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom." Is the Lord's answer: "Verily I say unto thee, Today thou shalt be with me in paradise," His words of pardon? Many teach this is so!

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Was The Thief Saved? Introductory Remarks. 1. In this sermon, we will discuss the theme: “Was The Thief Saved?” Another lesson in the sermon series is "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are re-digging in old wells to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-46, John 19:1-18, John 19:30-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Renunciation By An Apostle Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 18, 2020

Reading this passage brings to mind four words which may reveal the objective of the Apostle: SELF-DENIAL—ZEAL—MINISTER—EVIL

January 27, 2013 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 7.5: Renunciation By an Apostle Scripture: 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The First 3 Kings Of Israel Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 15, 2021

There are four major characters to this time period in Israel’s history: the prophet and judge Samuel, King Saul, King David, and King Solomon.

When we are touring around Israel in recent trips, my friend and tour guide, Nir likes to say “It’s Good to be King” when he explains certain periods of history and how the monarch availed himself of certain privileges. It’s reference to Monty Python movies of old. Several decades ago, Tom Petty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:14-15, 1 Samuel 11:1-13, 1 Samuel 14:13-15, 1 Samuel 16:12-13, 2 Samuel 7:18-22, 1 Kings 1:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A Father's Heart Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 18, 2021

A Father’s heart has the power to bring renewal to those who need to be refreshed from the trials of life and pressures of life. A Father’s heart can also bring trauma, pain and loss to people.

A Father’s Heart Opening Illustration: Skit Guys – Things Dad’s Don’t say! 2 parts Happy Father’s Day! Introduction: Today is Father’s Day – a day to recognize and honor our Father’s – this means our spiritual fathers, adopted fathers, step fathers, father figures and of course our ...read more

Scripture: John 8:54-56, John 10:25-30, John 15:20-25, John 17:1-5, John 17:20-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cults Series

Contributed by Dennis King on Oct 5, 2022

Cults can trick almost anyone into believing their deadly garbage. Unless an individual pays close attention to what a valid version of the Bible says and means, it is easy for a person to be led down the devil's primrose path.

Cults Right now, as you read the title of this essay, you may be saying to yourself, “Well, I would never fall for that stuff.” Beware, cults can trick almost anyone into believing their deadly garbage. Unless an individual pays close attention to what a valid version of the Bible says and means, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:9

Denomination: Baptist

God's Love Languages Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 20, 2022

God has a love language just like we all have love languages. Dr. Chapman’s famous book “Love Languages” says we have 5 which are: Words of affirmation, touch, gifts, acts of service and quality time.

Video Transition: If Jesus Returned today? Skit Guys God’s Love Languages: Pt 2 Thesis: God has a love language just like we all have love languages. Dr. Chapman’s famous book “Love Languages” says we have 5 which are: Words of affirmation, touch, gifts, acts of service and quality time. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31, Revelation 19:7, Revelation 21:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational