Sermons on Behavior Patterns:

Making War In The Local Church Series

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jul 13, 2013

Many new believers are not taught how to overcome the onslaught of the evil one and become confused and disorientated when things begin to go wrong.

Making War In The Local Church 1 Peter 5:8-9 - Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. The devil is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Charismatic

The Humblebragger

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 3, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 10: 1 – 27

1 Samuel 10: 1 – 27 The Humblebragger 10 Then Samuel took a flask of oil and poured it on his head, and kissed him and said: “Is it not because the LORD has anointed you commander over His inheritance? 2 When you have departed from me today, you will find two men by Rachel’s tomb in the territory ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Reflecting God's Holiness In Love Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Jun 24, 2005

It’s hard to pinpoint being holy like God. But if we just look at it from the perspective of love, then maybe we can understand God’s holiness and reflect it better in our own lives!

Reflecting God’s Holiness in Love! Every week my son Grant does something that I could probably use in a sermon in some way. I just love watching him and seeing the things he does and I try to remember as many of them as possible because they make such good illustrations. Parents, did you know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It All Began In Heaven Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 8, 2007

Why do Christians put so much emphasis on the blood of Jesus Christ? What’s so special about it? Part 1 of series There Is Power In the Blood.

There Is Power In The Blood – Part 1 It All Began In Heaven One of my favorite old hymns found in our hymnals is the one we sang this morning, There Is Power In The Blood. It’s an incredible song with life giving, heart pounding, and awe-inspiring lyrics. It’s got an upbeat tempo, and it just ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Mission Of Evangelism

Contributed by Gary Holt on Feb 10, 2024

The work of the Church is to be about the work of evangelism. We need to be about the Lord's work of sharing the word.

“THE MISSION OF EVANGELISM” 1 Corinthians 9:16 Illustration SOURCE: From Charles Cockroft’s Sermon: Am I My Brother’s Keeper I heard a story about a guy: ? who applied for a job as an usher at a theater in the mall. ? As a part of the interview process, The manager asked him, "What would you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

For Your Eyes Only

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 25, 2019

A study in the book of Esther 1: 1 – 22

Esther 1: 1 – 22 For your eyes only 1 Now it came to pass in the days of Ahasuerus (this was the Ahasuerus who reigned over one hundred and twenty-seven provinces, from India to Ethiopia), 2 in those days when King Ahasuerus sat on the throne of his kingdom, which was in Shushan the citadel, 3 ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus Turns Saul Around Lesson 40 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Jesus turns Saul around

A. INTRODUCTION: PAUL’S BACKGROUND 1. Perfect birth. “Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of the Hebrews” (Phil. 3:5). 2. Perfect life. As touching the law, a Pharisee . . . touching righteousness which is in the law, blameless” (Phil. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3

Denomination: Baptist

Progress With Your Fellowship

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 22, 2003

Paul wants to provide the Thessalonicans with every possible incentive to continue in the faith as they develop their church in the midst of opposition.

Paul’s Missionary Approach To the Thessalonicans Coming to Thessalonica, Paul and Silas were able to preach in the synagogue for only three weeks with outstanding success despite incredible opposition. Quickly, the Jews incited a riot against the missionaries and their host, Jason. (Acts 17:1-9) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit-Filled Life

Contributed by Chris Talton on Mar 19, 2004

This sermon is on self-control and the Spirit’s role in enabling us to achieve the goals we have to gain control over our selves.

February 15, 2004 Galatians 5:22-23 “The Spirit-filled Life” INTRODUCTION In Scotland, during the early days of aviation, a stunt pilot was selling rides in his single engine airplane. One day he got into an argument with an old farmer who insisted upon taking his wife along on ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:23

Denomination: Baptist

When You Blow It As A Parent Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Apr 18, 2003

As we descend deep into the world of family matters we cross the crevice of “when you blow it as a parent.” I want to help you navigate safely to the base camp of another challenging aspect of the parental climb

David mustered the men who were with him and appointed over them commanders of thousands and commanders of hundreds. David sent the troops out—a third under the command of Joab, a third under Joab’s brother Abishai son of Zeruiah, and a third under Ittai the Gittite. The king told the troops, “I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 18:1-9, 2 Samuel 19:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wickedness That Invites Repercussion-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 9, 2012

2 of 3. Genesis records the wanton wickedness of humanity & its repercussions. Wanton wickedness invites repercussion. But Why or How does it do this? Wickedness invites repercussion thru...

WICKEDNESS INVITING REPERCUSSION-II—Genesis 6:1-8 Attention: Talking to his friend, Harvey said, "Eddie. I just had a quarrel with my wife." "Oh yeah," said Eddie. "And how did this one end?" "When it was over," Harvey replied arrogantly, "She came crawling back to me on her hands & ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Tabernacle: A Copy And Shadow Of The Real One In Heaven

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 17, 2014

To show that JESUS is our Tabernacle who dwelt in us.

I. EXORDIUM: Where is the tabernacle now? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS is our Tabernacle who dwelt in us. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 8:5 (Amplified Bible) 8:5 [But these offer] service [merely] as a pattern and as a foreshadowing of [what has its true ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Obscurity Of The Familiar Series

Contributed by Wm Darius Myers on Apr 24, 2007

Exegetical Paper on Malachi 3:6-12 - Encouraging a careful examination at scripture itself, especially in "well-known" passages where "everybody knows what that says." The context and connections of the passage only reinforce the content...but do we list

The Obscurity of the Familiar: Content, Context and Connection in Malachi 3:6-12 Section One: Introduction Most North American Christians coming to Malachi 3:6-12 encounter the obscurity of the familiar. The panacea of Malachi 3:10 has been prescribed by ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pastor's Work

Contributed by W. Alderman on Apr 5, 2008

This message gives insight on the benefits of the work of the pastor through his preaching.

The Pastor’s Work TEXT: Titus 2:1-15 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: God according to His wisdom and purpose has given the church its pastors to lead and help the church through sound Bible preaching. When this is properly done, God will honor it and strengthen ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

You’re No Wimp

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 20, 2011

You’re No Wimp 1) God the Father has infused you with a spirit of power 2) God the Son has made you indestructible 3) God the Holy Spirit is your personal bodyguard

Do you know who this man is? (Show picture of Hu Jintao.) According to the March 2011 edition of US Forbes magazine, he’s the most powerful person in the world. This is the Chinese president, Hu Jintao, ruler over one-fifth of the world’s population. Jintao has been described by the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran