Sermons on Break Every Chain:

Silver Or Gold I Do Not Have

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 29, 2004

The book of Acts takes up the history of Christianity where the Gospels leave off. After Jesus ascended to heaven, the Holy Spirit came in a unique way and the apostles moved forward dynamically and daringly to tell the story of the risen and living Chri

Reading: Acts 3:1-26 Text: “Silver or Gold I do not have, but what I have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk… It is Jesus’ name and the faith that comes through him that has given this complete healing to him” (Acts 3:6,16 NIV) Introduction The book of Acts takes up the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gold Medal Winners Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jul 30, 2004

The Olympics dated back to the days of the New Testament, the Apostle Paul spoke of running, wrestling and boxing. We can apply this to our contemporary lives as well.

The long journey of the Olympic Games began more than 2,700 years ago. Records of Olympic history show that the ancient Olympic Games were held in Greece as early as in 776 BC. It was then that the basis of the Olympic Movement began to evolve into a philosophy of life: exalting and combining ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Final Words - Final Acts

Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 5, 2004

In this message we will see the both the final words and acts of the great leader Moses.

"FINAL WORDS, FINAL ACTS" TEXT: DEUTERONOMY 29-34 INTRODUCTION A. Today is our last Sunday studying from the book of Deuteronomy. It is our last Sunday to study from the books written by God’s faithful servant Moses. I have thoroughly enjoyed studying these 5 great books. B. Next month we ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Silent Answers

Contributed by Bob Reish on Aug 8, 2004

God’s answers are often in His silence

Silent Answers John 11: 1-44 Opening illustration: When Jenelle was born I expected a to ¡§feel¡¨ ¡§something¡¨. I did not ¡§feel¡¨¡¨anything¡¨. I was disappointed because I had unrealistic expectations about something that I did not know about. We often get disappointed in God because we ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

A Revival Triggered By Demons

Contributed by James May on Aug 11, 2004

The demons who chased off the seven sons of Sceva triggered a revival that spread throughout Asia. If God can use demons to start a revival, surely He can use those who are called by His name.

A REVIVAL TRIGGERED BY DEMONS by Pastor Jim May Acts 19:10-20, "And this continued by the space of two years; so that all they which dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks. And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul: So that from his body were brought ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:10-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord Is The Father Of Our Father Of Faith

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 20, 2004

How the LORD strengthened Abram’s faith when he was weak, and how he strengthens ours through the promise of the stars.

August 22, 2004 Genesis 15:1-6 After this, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward.” But Abram said, “O Sovereign LORD, what can you give me since I remain childless and the one who will inherit my estate is Eliezer of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Like Is Like The Olympics

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 23, 2004

The Olympics: 1- the sports 2- the training 3- the spectators 4- the rules 5- the rewards

INTRO.- ILL.- A man was discussing his tennis technique with a friend. He said, “My brain immediately barks out a command to my body: ‘Run forward, and fast.’ It says, ‘Start right now. Drop the ball gracefully over the net and then race back to position.’” His friend replied, “And then what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Prayer For Wisdom Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 7, 2004

While we can benefit from some of the wisdom that whirls around us, to be truly wise we need the wisdom that comes from above.

Recently a survey was done with a group of kids. This is how they responded to the question, “What do you think wisdom is?” Rocky, age 9, said, “Wisdom is wearing a hat when feeding seagulls.” 9-year-old Carol commented, “Never ask for anything that costs more than $5 when your parents are doing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

What Does Really Compassion Look Like - The Parable Of The Good Samaritan” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 13, 2004

Jesus in the Parable of the Good Samaritan tells us three things about compassion.

“The Stories that Jesus Told” Sermon # 2 "What Does Real Compassion Look Like" Or The Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 “There is a funny story about St Peter admitting ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About The Teaching

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Sep 14, 2004

What kind of first impression of the Christian faith do we leave with those that we meet? If like Paul, we proclaim ourselves as followers of Christ, how loud would our proclamation be if it were under punishment of death?

Sermon Title: The Truth about the Teaching Text: 1 Timothy 1:1-11 Date: July 13, 2003 AM Context of Scripture: I have given this morning’s message the title, “The Truth about the Teaching”, because oftentimes it is not only the teaching that is important but the reason why we teach and the reason ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-11

Denomination: *other

Prepare For Immortal Combat Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 15, 2004

We need vital lifegiving relationships in order to win against Satan’s schemes.

Prepare for Immortal Combat Matthew 10:1-16; 24-25 Introduction: We hear a great deal of video games and TV shows talking about mortal combat, and this simply refers to a fight to the death. This is supposed to be the apex of all battles, but this morning I want to remind you that immortal combat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

Christmas From Heaven's Eyes

Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 26, 2004

The birth of Christ takes on new significance when we see Christmas through heaven’s eyes.

Christmas Through Heaven’s Eyes John 1:1-5 Did you here the news? Christmas has been canceled . . . in Bethlehem. Because of the violence and fighting between the Palestinians and Israeli forces, officials in the west bank city of Bethlehem just south of Jerusalem have announced that the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Hideth My Soul! Series

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on May 27, 2004

Depicts the joy of worship.

HYMNS THAT DEMAND WORSHIP! SERMON #7 By Ivan G. Casteel HE HIDETH MY SOUL! Psalm 27:5; 1 Cor. 10:4 Ps 27:5 For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion: in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; he shall set me up upon a rock. 1Co 10:4 And did all drink the same spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Sentence Ever Written

Contributed by Evie Megginson on May 31, 2004

WE SEE IN THIS VERSE, THE CAUSE OF SALVATION, THE COST OF SALVATION, THE CONDITION OF SALVATION, AND THE CONSEQUENCES OF SALVAITON.

THE GREATEST SENTENCE EVER WRITTEN JOHN 3:16 The greatest sentence ever written is not found in some magazine, or in some book in a library, but is found in God’s Word, The Holy Bible. When Sir Walter Scott was dying, he told his son-in law to bring him the Book. What book he replied. Scott ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Peace On Earth

Contributed by Thomas Baird on May 31, 2004

If we could choose what we wanted for Christmas... would it be peace on earth?

Peace On Earth - Christmas 2002 12/21/02 Opening Statement…. What do you want for Christmas? If you could have one thing….if you could have anything you desire for Christmas this year, what would it be? Think about that statement for a few moments ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist