Sermons on becoming more christlike: showing 796-810 of 189,375

Excuses

Contributed by Jon Miller on Feb 14, 2005

This sermon deals with some of the common excuses we have for not obeying God.

Excuses John 5:1-9 (KJV) After this there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. [2] Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches. [3] In these lay a great multitude of impotent folk, of blind, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-5

The Suffering Of A Christian

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

You can be sure that a person is saved when overcoming trials!

You can be sure that a person is saved when overcoming trials. I. The characteristics of trials a. Trials are painful v.12a b. Trials cause sufferings v.12,15,16 c. Trials sometimes strange v.12b II. The Christian attitudes toward trials a. Do not be surprised v.12a b. Rejoice in trials ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Victorious (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 10, 2004

This is the 7th sermon in the series "Church On The Move".

Series: Church On The Move (Colossians)[#7] VICTORIOUS (PART 2) Colossians 3:5-17 Introduction: Last week, as we focused on the cross of Jesus Christ, we focused upward. This morning I want us to focus inward. Inward …Christ is all, and is in all (Colossians 3:11b). The main theme from ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

Bad News And Good News

Contributed by Rev. Roberto D. Abella on Oct 28, 2004

The Bible speaks of two principles operating in this world: 1. The principle of decay (destruction) 2. The principle of life (hope)

The Bible speaks of two principles operating in this world: 1. The principle of decay (destruction) 2. The principle of life (hope) I. THE BAD NEWS A. The whole creation has been subjected to decay and destruction (vs. 20, 22) B. Believers who are the firstfruits of the Spirit groan inwardly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

En Jehová Hay Misericordia Y Redención Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Mar 8, 2004

La tercera sección de los cánticos graduales nos demuestra los beneficios de obedecer a Dios. Vemos que la bendición más grande es el perdón de pecados.

Estamos en la tercera etapa de un viaje, un peregrinaje que estamos realizando junto con personas que murieron hace miles de años. Nos estamos uniendo con nuestros hermanos del Antiguo Testamento en un viaje a Jerusalén. Ellos viajaban a la Jerusalén terrenal. Nosotros a la celestial. Pero el viaje ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Straight Facts About Salvation

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 2, 2004

Salvationn is the most important issue of your life. Salvation is the work of God, and salvation is by faith in Christ, not by works.

Straight Facts About Salvation Romans 9:1-3 INTRO.: ILLUS.: A preacher titled his sermon, "Does a man have the right to believe what he wants, even if he is married?" His answer was "Yes, but his belief doesn’t change the facts. Believing something doesn’t make it so. These are facts, not my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sin Was Forgiven

Contributed by Jason Love on Dec 11, 2002

We all mess up inwardly and outwardly but we must keep in mind that our God provides.

I. Introduction Today you will be hearing about a man named David. David was a shepherd, victorious fighter, great warrior, an awesome writer and player of music, and he was a man after Gods own heart. All these things the bible tells us about David but tonight we are going to look at a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5, 2 Samuel 12:13-14

Denomination: Church Of God

10 P's For Pack A Pew Sunday

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

practical outline for special big days such as pack a pew day

10 “P’s” for Pack-A-Pew Sunday 1. The People · God created man Gen 1:1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. Isa 45:12 I have made the earth, and created man upon it: I, [even] my hands, have stretched out the heavens, and all their host have I commanded. Isa 45:18 For thus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

911: "Under The Shadow..." By Dr. Winson Butler Series

Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 8, 2005

Special Presentation To The Congregation of Dinsmore Baptist Church by Dr. E. Winson Butler In Observance of 911. Sermon Address: Outlined

SERMON: OBSERVANCE OF 911 INTRODUCTION No one will ever forget that day. Sept. 11th. I had walked into the Church Office and the Administrative Secretary said, "A plane has struck the WTC.." and then her next words will always be on my heart, "Oh Pastor another plane..." That has been our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1

Denomination: Baptist

Grace

Contributed by David Smith on Jun 9, 2001

God’s wonderful gift of grace in the believers life

EPH 2:8-9 GRACE IS UNMERITED 1 - You cant earn it - so stop trying ILLUSTRATION A 100,000 POINTS TO ENTER HEAVEN a- it is God’s gift - Only He can give salvation grace b- working for salvation is pointless and disappointing 2 - no one else can earn it either - so back off a - learn to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Good Isn't Good Enough

Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Jun 14, 2001

This message appeals to the seeker to search their heart and realize that we must have a relationship with Jesus Christ.

When Good Isn’t Good Enough Text: Isaiah 64:6 But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away. Introduction: Almost Doesn’t Count!!! I. Man Thinks Himself ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

In Pursuit Of God

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Apr 5, 2002

Both the lost and saved should be seeking the Lord.

IN PURSUIT OF THE LORD” TEXT: PSALM 63:1-9 DAVID wrote this in the wilderness. ABSALOM had led a rebellion forced him from the palace and throne. DAVID had to fight or flee. (Rather than kill his own boy he fled) There are a lot of tough decisions in life... V8. "HARD" = ZEALOUSLY - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Extreme Home Makeover: Christian Edition

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Dec 6, 2004

Our homes are in dysfunctional hape in America. We need a makeover, it has to be extreme!

Extreme Home Makeover -Christian Edition- Pastor Jamie Wright * MFC * 11-29-04 am Put together one very run down house, several opinionated designers, seven days and what do you get? The answer is TV’s new hit show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. One problem I have with this show! It is false ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Not Enough! Series

Contributed by Dr. Baby Ruth Hablo on Dec 8, 2004

(Devotional Series 4/50) These verses seem difficult, don’t they? But they are important, because they tell us the differences between the real Christians and a sham.

NOT ENOUGH John 6:52-71 (Devotional Series 4) What is Chritian? These verses seem difficult, don’t they? But they are important, because they tell us the differences between the real Christians and a sham. You see, to be a Christian-- I. IT’S NOT ENOUGH TO HEAR CHRIST’S TEACHING. Think about ...read more

Scripture: John 6:52-71

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What If I Slip?

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 5, 2005

The sermon examines the question of what happens when believers slip and sin.

After you become a Christian what happens if you slip and commit a sin? John deals with this subject in I John 1:5-2:2 " This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with Him, and walk in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist