Sermons on Becoming:

Cave Men

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 28, 2004

This message shows the dangers in becoming burned out as a Christian. Even though you are greatly used of God is can happen.

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1:21 Title: "Cave Men" Introduction: LET'S GET THE PICTURE: The Great prophet of God who had dazzled the people of the land with a ministry filled with signs & wonders has become a "Man on the Run." * Here he is in a CAVE. He has run away from the very wickedness that he had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Takes Time Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 1, 2004

We have to work with our impatience to become fully like God, understanding we’re in a process that takes time.

It Takes Time Purpose Driven Life #28 Cornwall February 28, 2004 I want to grow up and be fully like Christ and I want to be that now! I don’t imagine that I’m the only one who feels this. I imagine that this is your desire, too. We don’t want to be babes in Christ. We don’t want to be immature. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church (A Family) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 19, 2001

This is the 7th sermon in the "Discipleship" series. Once we are born again, we become a part of God’s family.

Sunday Evening October 21, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Discipleship #7 THE CHURCH: A FAMILY Ephesians 2:19-22 Introduction: 1. This morning we looked at the church as a body and that we must be unified and work together. 2. This evening, let’s look at the church as a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

You Have A Role To Play

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on May 23, 2004

1. You have a vision to receive. 2. You have a job to perform. 3. You have a person to become.

One of the blights of the theory of evolution is that it not only devalues God and attempts to ignore him, but that it also devalues human beings — looking on them as mere animals driven by desire and instinct. One of the glories of the Christian faith is that it not only exalts God, but also has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Methodist

Called (1) Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 11, 2005

We can and are able to incorporate these things into our own ministries. We can and are able to become just like Paul.

Series Title: Pastoral Leadership, By Example (Titus) Message Title: Called Scripture: Titus 1:1 Titus 1:1 Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ for the faith of God’s elect and the knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness- There are not too many people [Christians] ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Forgive God, Others And Yourself

Contributed by James May on Nov 15, 2005

We must be careful not to allow anger to become a root of bitterness that will destroy our soul. Forgiveness for one another is a must.

Forgive God, Others and Yourself By Pastor Jim May If there would be one word that I could use to describe the attitude of many of the people that I meet every day, that word would be “bitter”. Every word that comes from their mouth is bitter. Anything that requires something of them draws out ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The B's Of The Beatitudes

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 23, 2005

Too often in our Christian lives we become acclimated to certain phrases and in turn they lose their power. This is a look into the beattitudes

The B’s of the Beatitudes Matthew 5:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Too often in our Christian lives we become acclimated to certain phrases and in turn they lose their power. The Lord’s Prayer is a great example… Many non-Christians recite this prayer as a devotional because of its poetic quality, without ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of It All Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 6, 2004

The purpose of the church is to become: 1. A Faith-centered community. 2. A God-centered community 3. A World-centered community.

As I read Erwin McManus’ book on the church entitled An Unstoppable Force, I have to say I was hit hard by a statement near the beginning, where he said: “The indictment that we must receive is that the Christian faith as we express it is no longer seen as a viable spiritual option. Masses gave ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:44-48

Denomination: Methodist

One Big Happy Family Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 23, 2004

We become part of God’s family, he is our Daddy. This sermon takes a look at how that all works

Galatians 3:26-4:7 Becoming One Big Happy Family Introduction A. I am one of the luckiest people I have meant. B. I have everything C. One of the ways that I am lucky is that I have a family who I get to see often D. Most of you know that most every week after Church that Heather and I go to my ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Put Away Bitterness"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 25, 2003

Bitterness can be destructive. This message deals with WHY we become bitter, and HOW to get rid of bitterness in our life.

“Put Away Bitterness” Ephesians 4:31-5:2 (My thanks to Jim Wilson for his article “How To Be Free From Bitterness”, which provided valuable information for this sermon.) INTRODUCTION: Ephesians 4:31-5:2 The message this morning is on BITTERNESS, which our text says is “to be put away from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:15

Denomination: Baptist

Chasing After The Wind

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 16, 2003

Are we spending more time on things that at the end become meaningless? If the answer is yes, then according to Solomon, we are wind-chasers.

May 5, 2001 I. INTRODUCTION: A. Twister 1. This is a movie about a group of scientists who spend most of their time studying storms, particular tornado, and how they are formed. 2. Two competing groups of scientists who main goal was to be in the eye of the storm. 3. These scientists are ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:9-12

Denomination: Adventist

Praying Like Elijah

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003

To note that prayer really does make a difference in order to encourage people to become Christians in order to take advantage of prayer.

Praying Like Elijah Text: James 5.13-18 Thesis: To note that prayer really does make a difference in order to encourage people to become Christians in order to take advantage of prayer. Introduction: (1) James believed in prayer. He prayed so often that his knees became ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hidden Reefs In The Love Feast

Contributed by Michael Bell on Mar 29, 2001

God’s word reveals the types of sins we are to repent of lest we become “hidden reefs” in the Love Feast.

INTRO: 2 kinds of heresy have always threatened the church: 1.) Heresy of DOCTRINE. 2.) Heresy of HEART. Jude is enjoining Christians to fight against heresy - of both kinds. The false teachers that Jude = dealing with were guilty of BOTH...we tend to focus on defending against ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

Foolishness Or Wisdom?

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 2, 2001

April Fool’s Day sermon. Is it foolish or wise to become a follower of Jesus. It’s the wisest decision in the world.

It was a sunny morning on the sea of Galilee. The team of fishermen were about their usual business. Some were throwing their nets out into the lake to try to catch a few more fish before the day got too hot. A couple of others were sitting in their boats carrying out the daily chore of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-31, Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Anglican

Why God Should Bless America

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Dec 3, 2001

What America did to become great. This sermon is to make you thirsty so you want the nation to be great again.

WHY GOD SHOULD BLESS AMERICA BY JERRY FALWELL As I look at this sermon today, I can go two ways. First, I can talk about why God should punish America; or second, I can talk about why God should bless America. If I were to preach this sermon on why God should judge America, I would describe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:39, Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Baptist