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The Outcome Of The Indwelling Of The Holy Spirit (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Jesse Roncales on Mar 27, 2010

The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit assures us that we are in the closest and most intimate relationship with God -being His children.

Introduction There are many things in nature that are completely mystery for some of us. Let’s say for example the caterpillar which becomes a beautiful butterfly. How can such creature that crawls on the ground be changed into one that flies? How can a black, fuzzy, rather ugly creature be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Guard Your Heart Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 7, 2021

Solomon, being taught of David and being gifted with the gift of wisdom which God had given him, realized that wisdom and knowledge of the things of God should bring a person even closer to God; and therefore, keep him from failure and ruin.

Guard your Heart Proverbs 4: 1-27 Biblical authors claim that the kings of Israel and Judah were divinely chosen and that they were expected to abide by the Mosaic covenant (see, for example, Deut 17:14-17, 1Sam 8-12, 1Kgs 2:3-4). Thus, Israelites saw their king as an agent of God, ruling on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Arrival Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative impact of Jesus' birth, emphasizing that his arrival was a fulfillment of promise, prophecy, and prayer, bringing mercy, grace, and love to a world in desperate need of a savior.

Over the past several weeks churches all around the world have been celebrating the season of Advent. Traditionally, this is a time of hopeful expectation as we remember the birth of Christ on Christmas morning. As you may already know, the word Advent means arrival. And today is the day we’ve been ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:6-9

Topics: Jesus' Arrival, Redemptive Love, Fulfilled Prophecy

Benedictions

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Feb 18, 2013

I am probably throwing a cat in among the Pidgeons. I am keen to share a few benedictions that I write for every sermon. No spot on the site to do it so I’ll put it here and see what happens. Here’s twenty.

Benedictions. I am probably throwing a cat in among the Pidgeons. I am keen to share a few benedictions that I write for every sermon. No spot on the site to do it so I’ll put it here and see what happens. Here’s twenty. Christmas 2009 May the grace of God, The Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:2

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Faulty Motive With A Kiss (Maundy Thursday 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 4, 2023

Why did Judas betray Jesus with a kiss? In that day, a kiss was a way of greeting. Even in some other cultures around the world, kissing is still a way of social greeting.

A FAULTY MOTIVE WITH A KISS Text: Matthew 26:47 - 56 Matthew 26:47-56  While he was still speaking, Judas, one of the twelve, arrived; with him was a large crowd with swords and clubs, from the chief priests and the elders of the people.  (48)  Now the betrayer had given them a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-56

Denomination: United Methodist

I Am: Almighty Series

Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Jul 25, 2014

God wants you to get a revelation of who He is and to know Him. Revelation comes through His Word and experience with Him. We are transformed by His revealing character.

Series Foundation: 1. I Am Living 2. I Am Holy 3. I Am Eternal 4. I Am Almighty Description: God wants you to get a revelation of who He is and to know Him. Revelation comes through His Word and experience with Him. We are transformed by His revealing character. Exodus 3:13-14 13 And ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Gift Worth Giving

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Dec 7, 2001

This sermon encourages us to re-think what Christmas should really be.

A Gift Worth Giving Matthew 2:1-11 December 2, 2001 Intro: A. [A Giving Opportunity] A mother was sick and tired of hearing her children always telling her what they wanted to get from Santa. On one such occasion she reminded them of the real meaning of Christmas—Christmas is a time of giving and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter Sunday - The Powerful Implications Of Christ's Resurrection

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

There is nothing worse than being disappointed by someone you trusted to keep their promise.

There is nothing worse than being disappointed by someone you trusted to keep their promise. Proverbs says, "To put one's trust in untrustworthy person is to experience the pain of a foot out of joint or a sore tooth. Whenever Jesus made a promise He kept it. Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rapture Of Elijah Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Nov 28, 2001

Outline of 2 Kings 2:1-18 on Elijah being tranlated to heaven.

THE RAPTURE OF ELIJAH – 2 KINGS 2:1-18 Many times we have the idea when a person reaches a certain age he is no longer useable. I spoke with a pastor that is about “retirement” age and he told me that I had better move before the age of 50, and after 55 no one wants you as pastor, then you are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Going To Our Gaza: Building A Bold Outreach Ministry

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Mar 1, 2005

This message looks at the account of Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch being a model of evangelistic outreach.

Going to Our Gaza: Building a Bold Outreach Ministry Acts 8:26-40 I. There is the Commission to Go (v. 26) A. Philip was not given a choice whether to go “…Arise and go….”- v. 26a 1. We as a church are not given an option 2. We as individuals are not given an option B. Philip was given a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: Always Winter And Never Christmas

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Nov 10, 2005

Introductory sermon to The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Theme: "The world is not as it should be."

ALWAYS WINTER AND NEVER CHRISTMAS—Romans 8:19-21 and other texts (all Bible quotations are from the New International Version) Oxford, England, September 18, 1931. Two brilliant young professors walk in the darkness until 3:00 a.m. Jack and Tollers have become fast friends, drawn together by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:19-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Ye Shall Know The Truth..."

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 3, 2005

Many Christians do not allow themselves the pleasure of being a Christian and the associated freedoms.

“Ye Shall Know the Truth and the Truth Shall Set You Free” Text: John 8: 31-41 Purpose: The attitudes of the 1st Century Jews are comparable to those of many Christians today. I. Introduction: A look at the text A. Arrogant 1. Them, children of Abraham/We are ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Salvation

Contributed by Bill Naugle on Jul 5, 2006

How to come into full salvation of Jesus Christ that will affect your entire being.

Salvation Acts 2:21 “ And it shall come to pass that whoever calls on the name of the Lord Shall be saved.” If you are not sure about how real God is or is Jesus Christ alive today. Then just say out loud right now: Jesus Christ if you are real then reveal yourself to me. Show yourself to me ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:21

Declaring Spiritual Bankruptcy Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jul 8, 2006

Examination of the first BE-Attitude: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven

PURSUING HAPPINESS : Declaring Spiritual Bankruptcy Matthew 5:1-12 1. This past Tuesday our nation celebrated its 230th year of Independence and one of the most famous phrases in the Declaration of Independence, listed as one of the “unalienable rights of man” is “Life, liberty, and the pursuit of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Dreams Of Christmas

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Dec 28, 2005

We dream of a White Christmas but it was through dreams that Christmas actually came to be.

The Christmas Dreams Luke 1 The song White Christmas is undoubtedly the most famous and popular of all the Christmas songs. The music and lyrics for White Christmas were written by Irving Berlin in 1942 and originally featured in the movie Holiday Inn starring Bing Crosby. In the song, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist