Sermons on Billion Soul Harvest:

Just "That Close" To Loving God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 7, 2010

Jesus told the young man that he "close to the Kingdom of God." What did He mean by that?

OPEN: In my files I have the observations someone made about how our culture uses the word “heart.” • For example, a person without compassion is described as "heartless," and we urge them to "have a heart." • The truly evil are "black-hearted" while godly saints have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Characteristics Of A Strong Human Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 5, 2024

In order to care properly for our spirit, we must know what qualities a well-maintained human spirit should have. In this message, we process what condition the believer's spirit should be in so that the person fulfills God's will for his or her life.

Intro My objective for the next two messages is to instruct you on how to care for your spirit. Much is said about caring for your body. We need to eat right and exercise regularly if we want a strong, healthy body. Most of us know something about that, even if we don’t do what we know to do. But ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11, Ephesians 3:16, Ephesians 5:18-21, 2 Corinthians 3:17, John 8:36, Acts 17:16-17, John 2:17, 1 Corinthians 6:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

1 Peter 2:18-25 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jul 7, 2023

In today's study we look at the issue of submission to our authorities in the work place, where Jesus Himself was a perfect example of submission to the point of death.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/Gs-GbN4Qe9A For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/0kbmxrgE7w2Lv3VAcw3y3S?si=c1bee78a6de34e16 1 Peter 2:18-20 Servants, be submissive to your masters with all fear, not only to the good and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7, 2 Corinthians 6:14, Galatians 3:26-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The People Satan Fears. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

We're going to explore the type of people Satan fears the most.

We're going to explore the type of people Satan fears the most. These People possess characteristics that make them a threat to the enemy's plans, and we can learn from their examples. Firstly, Satan fears people who are unashamed of their faith (1 Peter 3:13-14). These individuals boldly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-14, Psalm 27:1-3, Acts 1:8, Philippians 1:29-30

Overcoming Spiritual Dryness (Part 5) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 12, 2025

Overcoming spiritual dryness is not just about a one-time revival but about maintaining a lifestyle of spiritual freshness and overflow.

OVERCOMING SPIRITUAL DRYNESS (PART 5) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 44:3 "For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ground; I will pour out my Spirit on your offspring, and my blessing on your descendants." Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 37:1-10 Hosea ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:3, Ezekiel 37:1-10, Hosea 6:1-3, Psalm 23:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love Of Neighbour

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 26, 2002

“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: you shall love your neighbour as yourself. On these two commandments hang all the Law an

Theme: Love of neighbour Text: Exodus 22:20-26; 1 Thess. 1:5-10; Matt. 22:34-40 Jesus encountered opposition from the people we would least expect to oppose Him. He was opposed of all people by the religious leadership of the Jews. His critics were always trying to trap Him without success. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40, Exodus 22:20-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

No One Can Really Explain Away The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Doug Koehler on May 22, 2002

There are souls who seek to explain away what God has done before them, even though they have seen His work with their own eyes. This text reminds us of how Peter dealt with those situations and thus we are encouraged by his actions.

May 19 2002 Day of Pentecost “The Activity of God is something that we just cannot explain away.” Acts 2:1-21 One of my long time friends, Charlie, was at my birthday party when I turned six. As a special gift to me, my mother hired a friend of hers who happened to do a few magic tricks. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Vital Signs Of An Energizing Faith

Contributed by Matt Black on Mar 25, 2001

We have a LIVING FAITH! A living faith cannot be compartmentalized. It screams from the depth of our soul that God is living and Jesus Christ is raised from the dead. It shakes our conscience and demands that we know the God who is alive in our own so

THE VITAL SIGNS OF AN ENERGIZING FAITH! James 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: What is it that motivates a Christian? What is it that turns a person from darkness to light? From the kingdom of Satan to the Kingdom of God? Is it not when our eyes are opened and we are given ears to hear and we believe on ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Frees Us From All Burdens

Contributed by William Baeta on Jul 23, 2005

“Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls” Matthew 11:28-29.

Theme: Jesus frees us from all burdens Text: Zech. 9:9-10; Rom. 8:9-14; Matt. 11:25-30 Human reasoning and understanding cannot understand the truth that Jesus Christ is the Messiah. They cannot discern who Jesus is or what the Kingdom is unless God reveals it to them and God has been doing this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Teach Me To Pray Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 13, 2009

Music is the medley of the soul. And when we have a song to sing we are joyous. So tonight I want us to look at another hymn, one that is not found in our Baptist hymnal though, but none the same a very good song to pray each day.

Prayers We Sing Series Teach Me to Pray Luke 11:1 Intro Music is the medley of the soul. And when we have a song to sing we are joyous. So tonight I want us to look at another hymn, one that is not found in our Baptist hymnal though, but none the same a very good song to pray each day. It is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Morphing Jesus In America

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 30, 2009

Leonard Sweet in his book Soul Tsunami wrote: "our post modern American culture wants tolerance of all beliefs..." the result is the morphing of Jesus into syncretism. Americans are deeply spiritual and secualar. We cook up our own religion to our taste

In Jesus Holy Name May 3, 2009 Text: Acts 4:12 Easter IV - Redeemer “Morphing Jesus in America” (Begin with a “transformer” as an illustration of how one thing changes into another…. An example of “morphing”.) Michael Jackson is a great example of one who has chosen to morph his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Product Of Real Love Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 28, 2010

The act of loving is what makes a person better than he is. Love enlarges the boarders of our heart, it deepens us & overflow from us. It is by loving that we come nearer to God & knit our soul to that of Jesus. To refuse to love is to contract inward

[LIVING IN LOVE SERIES] 1 CORINTHIANS 13:6b-8a THE PRODUCT OF REAL LOVE Here we find Real Love’s Outcome. Love, says Browning, “is the energy of life.” The Bible says where God is, love is, for God is love. All of these 15 colors and hues of the spectrum of love we find in this passage are verbs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Changing The Course Of A Nation

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 3, 2010

If we will listen, we will hear God’s cry for the soul of this nation. The problems of this country are deeply rooted, and if we want real change, then we must go to the root of the problem. We need a deep cleansing and work of God’s Spirit, beginning wit

Reflections: We all acknowledge that God has great plans for America; however, our country may need to walk through some very hard things in the days ahead. I pray this message will give you insight about how, together, we can seek God to change the course of our nation: Time is running out for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Finger Prints Of God....visible"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 14, 2010

Christmas Message: We have not grown weary of this ancient story. A baby in a manger. Shepherds in a field. Why do the events in a small Jewish village more than 2000 years ago still intrigue the human mind and soul? The incarnation... God taking upon

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2010 Christmas Eve– Matthew 2:1-4 Redeemer “The Finger Prints of God....Visible” Each and every Christmas I am amazed at the impact of the old, old story of God’s incarnation has on people. We have not grown weary ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Securing & Dedicating The Completed Work Series

Contributed by James May on May 7, 2006

#12 in the Nehemiah Series. Though we may be safe within the walls of salvation, we should make sure that our souls are secure and never let our guard down. We must fill the void left by sin that is removed with God and His Word.

Book of Nehemiah Series #13 Securing & Dedicating the Completed Work Nehemiah 11 & 12 By Pastor Jim May Nehemiah’s manual labor in building the walls of Jerusalem and rebuilding the temple was nearly done. Now there remained the task of securing and protecting the work that they had ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible