Sermons on Being Content:

Being A Body Part

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003

Learn about the Context, Motivation, and Operation of the gifts of the Spirit as we study this chapter. Learn the four keys to living life as a part of the body of Christ.

For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Spiritual gifts probably causes more controversy among Christians today than almost any other topic. On both sides of the issue we have stereotypes – the wild-eyed charismatic who throws his hands out to heal people and they fall ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Benefits Of Being A Child

Contributed by John Johnson on Nov 11, 2002

Many of us do not realize the benefits we have when we are children of God. But God wants us to know that there are some great benefits of being a child of the King.

Psalms 116:12 “What shall I render unto the Lord for all his benefits toward me? There’s a song that comes to my mind this morning that I used to hear quite often when I was a little boy. We call them the Old Dr. Watts. (Some of ya’ll remember them). I know I am a child of God. Although I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Being A Christian

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 15, 2007

Yes, there are difficulties, sacrifices, trials, and persecution that the faithful Christian will face because of His walk with/in the Lord Jesus. Even then, there is great joy in being a Christian!

The Joy of Being a Christian Theme: No matter your trials it is a joy to be a Christian. Acts 16:25-34 INTRODUCTION A. Being a faithful Christian means there are many trials following in the footsteps of our Christ. 1. That is part of the cost of being in Christ. 2. Such is necessary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Rooted In Christ Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Oct 1, 2007

We are to extend our roots in Christ, growing in faith so that we may conform into the image of Christ.

This week I was listening to the Christian music station and a familiar song came on the radio by a band named Switchfoot called “This is your life,” and the lyrics of the song say, “This is your life, are you who you want to be? This is your life, is it everything you dreamed that it would be ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Methodist

Being Good Citizens Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 2, 2004

“But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.” In Philippians 1:27, Paul acknowledged the fact that we are also citizens on earth and must therefore be careful about how we live:

I heard former President Jimmy Carter interviewed on WGN Radio a couple weeks ago. In commenting about the current presidential campaign, he said, “I’ve never seen it so negative and there has never been a sharper divide in our country.” He then said that of the 52 elections he has monitored around ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who Can This Be?

Contributed by Greg Newton on Dec 8, 2004

Thinking of who Christ is, knowing all that He did, causes me to understand how I must have Him in my life. Jesus saw the faith of disciples in Him but not to believe in themselves to ge it done.

“WHO CAN THIS BE?” Intro: When we begin to study the wonderful things of this Bible, it causes me to think about the number of people that just refuse to believe that there can be a God so wonderful and great. God is so magnificent that it is hard for man to imagine someone being willing and able ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can This Be? Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

When Jesus talked about the new birth Nicodemus asked "How can this be?" Jesus’ answer is full of spiritual instruction.

How Can This Be? Fortifying the Foundations # 7 John 2:23-3:21 4-27-03 Intro: This morning we are introduced to a man named Nicodemus and his struggle to understand the kingdom of God. We will hear Jesus’ explanation to him concerning new birth and from that become better equipped to share our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13

Denomination: Charismatic

Security In Being Secure

Contributed by David Powell on Sep 9, 2007

Defends Security of the Believer

Security In Being Secure: John 10:25-30 by Pastor David Powell (May 1995) Trying to tell all about Security in 20 min. is like trying to paint a house with a 2" brush. But we’ll try. ILL. When the world was series going on in San Francisco and Oakland the Golden Gate bridge played a significant ...read more

Scripture: John 10:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Upside Of Being Down

Contributed by Craig Smee on Sep 15, 2007

The up side even when we are down is that we are called and appointed by God.

GENERAL INTRO Jesus has set us free to be ourselves... Comparing to others Not good at that Gifs, talents, I cant sing like and I cant – but Preach Everybody has things they are good at and everybody has things they are not good at. WE HAVE TO GET OVER BEING BOTHERED BY IT We have to understand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Being A Fool For God

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Feb 2, 2007

Following God to the point to where we might look foolish to others.

Being a Fool for God Song of Solomon 2:8-13 (New International Version) 8 Listen! My lover! Look! Here he comes, leaping across the mountains, bounding over the hills. 9 My lover is like a gazelle or a young stag. 2 Look! There he stands behind our wall, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

Being Amazed By Grace

Contributed by Kenneth Myers on Feb 12, 2007

Contributed in cooperation with Amazing Grace Sunday, a sermon based on 2 Corinthians 5.19

Being Amazed by Grace Amazing Grace Sunday February 18, 2007 Christ Church Cathedral, Sherman, TX i.“Amazing Grace” Movie opening this week: the story of two men and the spiritual and cultural transformation that happened when their lives met: John Newton, converted slave trader who was ordained ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:19

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Perks Of Being Chosen

Contributed by Michael De Rosa on Jan 2, 2007

to show the church how to allow God’s word to so richly dwell I them that they will relate well with one another, for Christ tells us that if His name is lifted up He will draw all people to himself

Introduction One of the greatest experiences we can ever have is to get along with one another. One of the greatest thoughts we can ever embrace is that God not only wants the same thing but gives us the tools to do it. Today I want us to explore part of God’s word for us that shows us just ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Free Methodist

Being Like-Minded

Contributed by Robert Castile on Jan 2, 2007

The ONLY way we can be persons of compassion is to first become Disciples, true followers of Jesus Christ. That is, to be Christ-like in both heart and mind.

BEING LIKE MINDED Scripture: Luke 22:39-46 Big Idea: The ONLY way we can be persons of compassion is to first become Disciples, true followers of Jesus Christ. That is, to be Christ-like in both heart and mind. I. Introduction: QUESTION: DO YOU EVER WONDER WHAT LIFE WOULD BE LIKE IF YOU HAD THE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Holiness

The Dangers Of Being Backslid

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 6, 2007

Many dangers come with backslding on God

THE DANGERS OF BEING BACKSLID II Peter 2:21 Intro: In the scripture we just read Peter is dealing with the problem of apostasy. Apostasy and backsliding are closely related in that apostasy is defined as: An abandonment of what one has professed; a total desertion, or departure from one’s faith ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Essence Of Being A Christian

Contributed by John White on Nov 22, 2006

The essence of being a Christian is to walk as Jesus walked.

THE ESSENCE OF BEING A CHRISTIAN I John 2:3-7 "And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments. He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-7

Denomination: Baptist