Sermons on Bethel Vs Shechem:

The Salvation Of The Gentiles, Pt. 1--The Searching Soldier Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 15, 2004

CORNELIUS WAS A GOOD MAN, A GOD-FEARING MAN, A GENEROUS MAN, A PRAYING MAN, BUT NOT A SAVED MAN...YET! [GOOD HURRICANE ILLUSTRATION AND MISSIONS APPLICATION] Powerpoint at website.

The Salvation of the Gentiles, pt. 1 “The Searching Soldier” Acts 10:1-16 It’s now about 10 years after the day of Pentecost, and though the early church has made great strides and reached a lot of people, they are making no efforts to reach the Gentiles. Those 3k saved at Pentecost…all Jews. 5k ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Which Came First - The Chicken Or The Egg? Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Nov 28, 2003

The sermon examines the relationship between faith and works as God gives Abraham the rite of circumcision.

Genesis 17 May 18, 2003 Which came first - the chicken or the egg? It is one of those silly questions that the human brain can get a little silly with. You can’t have a chicken without an egg, yet you need a chicken to lay the egg in the first place. Of course science has solved the problem by ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27, Romans 2:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

"God In A Box"

Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Nov 28, 2003

Christians living a God filled life

“God in a Box” Galatians 4:8-20 Nov 30, 2003 Well we have come to that time of year… Friday was the biggest shopping day, decorations started going up, people start planning parties and gifts are already being bought and boxed up… This time of year reminds me, well not really the time but ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Get Right With God (Sermon #3) Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 12, 2003

Paul gives another secret of real joy -- how to get right with God. Paul examines several ways he COULD try, and rejects each of them in favor of real FAITH.

Sermon #3: Get Right Before God 4 ¶ Though I might also have confidence in the flesh. If any other man thinketh that he hath whereof he might trust in the flesh, I more: 5 Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, an Hebrew of the Hebrews; as touching the law, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Holiness

Christ's Coming Brings Great Joy

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 16, 2003

ADVENT 3(A) - Christ’s coming brings great joy first by faith and then in heaven.

CHRIST’S COMING BRINGS GREAT JOY Isaiah 35:1-10 - December 14, 2003 ISAIAH 35:1-10 351 The desert and the parched land will be glad; the wilderness will rejoice and blossom. Like the crocus, 2it will burst into bloom; it will rejoice greatly and shout for joy. The glory of Lebanon will ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Reclaiming Your Spiritual Inheritance Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Oct 1, 2004

Part 3 in the series "Victory in Jesus." In this message you will learn how to reclaim your spiritual inheritance of friendship with God, blessings from God, and service for God.

RECLAIMING YOUR SPIRITUAL INHERITANCE Victory In Jesus – Part 3 Galatians 3 October 3, 2004 Introduction: It seems as if there is nothing too stupid for some people to try. Listen to some of these warning labels that have been placed on various products because of the stupid things that some ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-29, Galatians 3:1-3

Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven But Nobody Wants To Die

Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 4, 2004

This sermon investigates the idea of carrying a cross if we are to follow Jesus. Also the hope of eternal life.

Everybody Wants to Go To Heaven But Nobody Wants to Die Luke 9:18-27 How many of you here this morning want to go to heaven? How many of you are enamored with the idea of dying. The truth is that heaven is a wonderful place ¡V people are just dying to get in. Tell me why you want to go to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27

Denomination: *other

The Transformed Life

Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 20, 2004

This is the seventh in a series of studies on Ephesians and deals with the hallmarks of a transformed life in Christ.

The Transformed Life Ephesians 4:17-32 As we continue to look at Paul¡¦s message concerning the early church and it¡¦s ministry, tonight we move on to a difficult and much maligned subject. The transformed life. Jesus makes it clear that Salvation is about Change ¡V it is not a magic incantation ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: *other

Spellbound.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 22, 2004

How were you saved by the works of the law or by hearing the gospel?

Spellbound. Galatians 3:1 -- 5. 10/24/04 The first two chapters of this book, we find Paul sharing his personal testimony. He does this in many of the letters he has written. I just believe whether it is by letter or by voice a Christian will share what the Lord has none in his life. Paul has ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What Does God Really Want?

Contributed by Mike Gay on Feb 19, 2004

This message is intended to show the seeker and the complacent christian that God wants a relationship rather than a religious zealot.

WHAT DOES GOD REALLY WANT? Micah 6:1-8 1 Hear now what the LORD says: "Arise, plead your case before the mountains, and let the hills hear your voice. 2 Hear, O you mountains, the LORD’S complaint, and you strong foundations of the earth; for the LORD has a complaint against His people, and He ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Equals Action Series

Contributed by W.bryan Jackson on Feb 21, 2004

Faith without works is dead. How often have I heard that sitting in the pews. James talks about meeting peoples needs as a way of showing faith. I want to take that a step further.

James 2:14-26 what good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? (15) Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. (16) If one of you says to him, “Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about his physical ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Methodist

The Sin Taker

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

No man can ever take his sin away. That’s the problem! But God solve it, He sent THE SIN TAKER!

INTRODUCTION “All men are sinners! That is the problem. Who is going to take away the sins of the world? This is the big question. “ Let’s take a look on this story in John 3, Nicodemus one the Pharisees (Priests) and member of the Sanhedrin seems to without sin by mere position in religious ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Good Enough Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 5, 2006

The contrast between enough, being good enough to be righteous in God’s eyes & understanding the true source of righteousness.

EPIC-9/14/03-Are You Good Enough?-Matt. 5:17-37 Clip from movie Ground Hog Day-early on where Bill Murray realizes he is reliving the same day over and over about 2-3 minute clip that shows various events from those days that he is reliving. Stuck in a day-list of all the good things he can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-34

Denomination: *other

Faith's Reward

Contributed by Robert Cote on Dec 6, 2006

The blessings of salvation through living faith.

Faith’s Reward 1 Peter 1:9 The scripture reads, “Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.” The greatest blessing we receive is that which is upon us each and every day, our salvation. If I thought as so many professing Christians do today, that I could never be sure of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Tithing Series

Contributed by Mohan Thomas on Dec 7, 2006

There is so many misunderstandings in Christian world about Tithing and I would like to remove it by this sermon.

1-INTRODUCTION It seems so few people these days give tithes, offerings, and alms, yet they profess to be walking with God. This applies to people all over the world. By their actions, they deny Him. Every person is to give 10% of their total income to God. This is called a tithe. Tithing is a ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal