Sermons on Being Holy:

Pursuing Passion Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 24, 2006

Seeking a passion for God in our everyday life.

Dare to Pursue “Pursuing Passion” September 17, 2006 Introduction: Passion is an interesting topic for a Sunday morning. One of the reasons it is so interesting is that we sometimes aren’t really sure how to define it. Right now on your listening guide, write down a two or three word definition ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1

Denomination: Baptist

Before The Trumpet Sound Fades

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Sep 29, 2006

The Rapture is that future event when the Lord Jesus Himself will return in the clouds above this earth and will catch away all the saved people of the world. It is a time that is referred to in Titus 2:13 as "The Blessed Hope Of The Believer."

Before the Trumpet Sound Fades Text: 1 Co 15:51-57; 1 Th 4:13-17 Introduction: I once heard an old preacher say, "I’m not lookin for a hole in the ground, I’m lookin for a hole in the sky!" The event he was referring to is known as "The Rapture". While this word itself does not appear in the Bible, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-57

Denomination: Baptist

Wage A Winning War For Life Part 2

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 2, 2006

To overcome, we must live committed, consistent and confident lives

I read that it costs America $400,000 a year to keep one soldier there in Iraq. And this figure does not even include basic pay. That’s how much they spend per American soldier.[1] But that’s nothing compared to what God has done, is doing and will continue to do just to make sure we live ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross

Contributed by Richard Deem on Oct 9, 2006

It is important to understand that God has freely given us salvation. It was paid for by the cross of Christ. Along with this salvation comes discipleship. Jesus said if you are going to be His disciple, you have to bear your cross.

Discipleship: The Call Of The Cross (Note: This message was preached at a special School of Ministry/Congress on Leadership convened in Panama City, Republic of Panama) I consider it a great privilege to be invited to be part of this School of Ministry and Congress on Leadership. I want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Church Of God

Give Willingly Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Oct 23, 2006

See what Zacchaeus teaches us about giving, especially as a response to repentance and salvation.

¡§Give Willingly¡¨ (Luke 18:18-19:9) One of the best evidences of genuine salvation is generosity. That¡¦s right ¡V when God enters a life, giving becomes a way of life. Would you say that with me as I show it behind me on the screen? When God enters a life, giving becomes a way of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Passionately Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Oct 25, 2006

Let the triumphal entry teach us about what it means to have a "cup up" mentality about worship.

“Worship Passionately” (Luke 19:28-44) I trust you have been praying about where you can serve…where and how you can give [hold up the “I’m Ready to Give” worksheet]. Eric will be standing by the ‘Serve’ banner after our services, so feel free to stop by and get connected to one of our ministry ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Baptist

Who's The Boss

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Oct 6, 2005

This a Sermon that answers the question of "Who’s the Boss?" with an OT story who’s truths still apply today.

Who’s the boss? 10/4/2005 Exodus 3:14 And God said to Moses, I AM WHO I AM. The boss was complaining in our staff meeting the other day that he wasn’t getting any respect. Later that morning he went to Wal Mart and bought a small sign ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:14

Denomination: *other

Adam & Eve

Contributed by Randall Newman on Oct 10, 2005

The Downward Steps of Eve

Adam & Eve JOKE: Contrary to popular belief, it wasn’t the apple on the tree that got us banished from Paradise. It was the pair on the ground. JOKE: A family came home from Church where the sermon was on Adam and Eve. The Mother noticed the boy sitting on the bed feeling his ribs. She asked what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Opportunity To Give Series

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This is the seventh sermon in a sermon series on the life of Elijah.

Elijah series Part 7 VII. Opportunity to give Over the last few weeks we have focused our attention upon the divine opportunities given to the widow of Zarephath. Because of her obedience to Elijah’s God, her family was saved from starvation, and because of this miracle, the widow was given the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Closed Door

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This sermon is a short story called A Closed Door.

The Closed Door- Over the last few weeks we have examined the life and ministry of Nehemiah. How when he received a report of the devastation of Jerusalem was faced with a choice. He chose to get involved and risk his life and go before the king and ask first for permission to go to Jerusalem to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Boat

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This message challenges us to get out of the boat

This morning we are going to continue to look at the story of Jesus walking on the water, but just like a priceless jewel that can be appreciated from many angles so is true of God’s word. It is here in this wonderful story that God teaches us about himself and his love for us. It is here that we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22

Denomination: Baptist

On The Fence Christianity Series

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 19, 2005

This sermon is in the Elijah series

Xl 0n the fence People There is a cancer that is quickly spreading among many of our churches today. This cancer is causing many churches either to lose their effectiveness or to die. A cancer that allows church members to believe that the Christian walk and life has no personal cost. A cancer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17

Denomination: Baptist

From Leprosy To Life

Contributed by John Mayes on Oct 22, 2005

One day, a man discovers he has leprosy, and we discover, not only is his leprosy alot like our sin, but we are alot like the Leper.

From Leprosy to Life I. The Grim Discovery. He knew something was wrong...very wrong. But he hoped that if he waited long enough, it might go away. But it didn’t. In fact, it got worse. Soon, others started to notice that the man was beginning to be pale and sick looking; and soon he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

When You See God

Contributed by Clark Sneed on Oct 26, 2005

One reason people, especially Christians, treat others hatefully is because they either have never seen God, or else they have lost sight of him. When you see God, it changes the way you treat people.

Title: WHEN YOU SEE GOD Text: Job 42:3-6 I. Introduction a. The name “Job” b. The oldest book c. Theme of book: What Job learns from suffering II. Exegesis a. How Job knows (v. 3) b. How Job speaks (v. 4) c. How Job sees (v. 5) III. Conclusion a. How Job responds (v. 6) Dominating Theme: What ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Gideon, Man Of Doubts Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Oct 31, 2005

God verifies his presence to Gideon repeatedly, but is this how we should respond to God’s calling?

Possessing the Promises #4 – Gideon Guess what? After Deborah, Barak, and Jael the Israelites do evil on the sight of the Lord. • Midianites oppress them for seven years. • Israelites forced to live in caves • Midianites steal all their crops • They cry out to the Lord for help Little ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ