Sermons on Because Of Jesus:

Feeding The Beast

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 6, 2003

Who is the Beast and what to look for.

Feading the Beast,If any man have an ear, let him hear. Rev 13:1-9 Is the world, feeding the beast, makeing him stronger? What or who is the beast, is he here or is he to come? ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Far?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 19, 2008

Using the word "How" the sermon explores Mary as an example of handling difficult circumstances.

Luke 1: 26 – 38 / How Far? Intro: There was once a wonderful, elderly, Christian lady who lived next door to a grumpy old man who was constantly trying to convince her there was no God. One day through an open window the old man heard the woman praying. She said, “Lord, you always given me what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praise Brings Release

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

Paul and Silas praised at midnight in the Philippian jail and found themselves set free.

ACTS 16 --Doors for ministry in various parts of Asia were closed. God’s Spirit would not permit Paul and his companions to preach or minister in certain areas. *They were continually walking in obedience to what God wanted them to do. --Paul receives a vision of a man from Macedonia begging him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rethinking Calling Series

Contributed by Erik Germesin on Apr 25, 2006

What are you called to do?

You Got Stinkin Thinkin – Part 2 Rethinking Calling And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28) We have been called… to HIS purpose. What we are called from and called to: I. Called from labor to rest ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Making Wells In The Valley

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 16, 2007

Jerusalem was situated on a hill. In order to get to Jerusalem, the pilgrim must pass through a hot, dry, and barren valley.

MAKING WELLS IN THE VALLEY PSALM 84:6-- “Who passing through the valley of Baca make it a well; the rain also filleth the pools.” Introduction: Jerusalem was situated on a hill. In order to get to Jerusalem, the pilgrim must pass through a hot, dry, and barren valley. 1. Three Names of Valleys ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:6

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Encourage One Another Series

Contributed by William Lock on Mar 4, 2009

Let us take the time we spend together and actually encourage one another.

Hebrews 10:19-25 Therefore…Let us… Hebrews 10:19-21 Therefore, since we have confidence to enter the sanctuary by the blood of Jesus by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain that is, through his flesh since we have a great priest over the house of God better than the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

04 Re-Examining Joy Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 8, 2009

❶ Restricting Joy ❷ Realizing Joy ❸ Receiving Joy ❹ Releasing Joy

God had made them rejoice with great joy . . . , so that the joy of Jerusalem was heard afar off. —Nehemiah 12:43 I attended a Men’s conference at Folsom Stadium Boulder, Colorado in 1993. At the conclusion of the conference a single candle was lite and the light was passed to 50,000 men and they ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

Household Salvation Series

Contributed by Larry Stockstill on Mar 18, 2009

Salvation

Breakthrough to Blessing (Part 1) Household Salvation Every man shall take for himself a lamb, according to the house of his father, a lamb for a household. And if the household is too small for the lamb, let him and his neighbor next to his house take it according to the number of the persons; ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Has The Cross Ever Crossed Your Mind

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Oct 8, 2008

A outline to ask you a tough question, has it?

Has the Cross ever crossed your mind? Galatians 6:14 Others may Glory in the circumcision, rituals, and a great show of converts to an easy religion, but I will glory only in the cross of Christ. Those things are empty, worthless and crucified to me and I am crucified to them. (Dakes notes on Gal. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Power...for What? Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jul 8, 2008

Being full of the Holy Spirit’s power is important, but we need to know what for.

Power…For what? Acts 1:8 We need the power of the Holy Spirit, but we need to understand what that means. The clearest sign of the baptism in the Holy Spirit is…POWER For what? To witness for Jesus Christ. Where the Holy Spirit is, people will be coming to Christ. We can experience the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great Troublemaker

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 11, 2008

A message on the problems we have with our tongue.

THE GREAT TROUBLEMAKER James 3:1-2 INTRO: If this message is preached on Sunday night, announce that morning that you are going to expose the greatest troublemaker in the church that night. Probably the greatest offender of our body is the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Inclining And Applying - Part 2

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Aug 21, 2008

As the Word exposes areas within us that are in direct opposition to the Word of God, we begin to understand the price of inclining to His Word and applying those principles.

Inclining and Applying - Part 2 – Proverbs 2:2 Intro.: Last week we looked at the “inclining” portion of our text. As we set our lives before the Word of God, we will find delight in the eternal Word who lives inside of us. We will also become aware of the bitter war going on within our members. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:2

Denomination: Charismatic

Restoring The Backslider Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on May 19, 2008

Here is a clear plan of action to help people get right with God and continue to walk with Him after having gotten off track.

RESTORING THE BACKSLIDER APRIL 2, 2000. Pastor Eric J. Hanson This is the fourth in a series which has included the following previous messages. 1. When people backslide. 2. Hidden in the Body. & 3. Hidden in the Body part 2. I. If we are to really care about restoring those who have ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unspeakable Joy

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. The Christian life should be a life characterized by JOY. a. This we believe & Bible affirms--Christians have every reason to be happy. 1) What should this happiness & joy look like? 2) Answer will depend on how you view Christian joy. b. Some feel that Christian joy should be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-6

Rubbing Shoulders With A Holy God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

A LIFE OF INTEGRITY KEEPS YOU CLOSE TO GOD

BIG IDEA: A LIFE OF INTEGRITY KEEPS YOU CLOSE TO GOD INTRODUCTION: Every year for the Christian Athletic Association soccer season I like to pick a fundamental spiritual principle that we can focus on as we relate to the kids and to one another as coaches and referees. This year I think the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible