Sermons on Brimstone:

How To Overcome The Fear Of What People Will Think Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 8, 2005

Every one of us will face criticism and rejection if we start really doing something for God. Here are 5 steps to dealing with fear of men. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

How to overcome fear of what people will think: Read Acts 4:1-31. (Tell the story. . . review Acts 3 briefly) One of the most natural things that humans do is be afraid of what other people will think. You may not think this affects you. . . you might not be a part of something like this: The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Holiness

Who Is Jesus

Contributed by Jeff Ruth on May 25, 2003

We need to get our minds off of sharing gossip, recipes, and social sagas and get them on sharing Jesus.

WHO IS JESUS One of the saddest things happening in this country today has to do with churches. Today church houses are more of a social club than a place where God’s people gather together to repent, fellowship, praise, and worship Him. You hear people all of the time talking about what’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Work In Progress Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Feb 19, 2007

Part of an extensive study in Philippians, we are reminded here that God is not finished with us yet.

Content in Christ: A Study in Philippians A Work in Progress Phil. 1:1-6 Illus. A retired preacher was cleaning out the dresser when he found 5 eggs and $1K. •He asked his wife and she said she saved 1 egg for every bad sermon. •5 eggs in all those years. Not bad. But what’s the money for? •Every ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Wars

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 7, 2006

Sermon to handle the increasing division over style of music in worship (contemporary vs. traditional). We sing for God’s benefit and not our own. Yet God continues to inspire us with a new song and styles of worship.

In the last month or so I have heard some interesting comments. I’ve heard, “we don’t sing enough of the old hymns,” or “I don’t like the new music,” and I have also heard “we are singing too many hymns,” or “we sing songs too slow.” Interesting isn’t it? Whenever people are involved there are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

The Return Of Christ

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 26, 2007

Three aspects of Christ’s return

2 Peter 3:1-4 The Return of Christ Woodlawn Baptist Church August 13, 2006 Introduction Read 2 Peter 3:1-4a. If there is a subject that has been historically near and dear to the hearts of believers through the centuries it is the return of Jesus Christ. Without a doubt the return of Christ is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Stopping Sin's Progress

Contributed by James Groce on Aug 24, 2001

Jesus descended from His throne in Heaven and became like us in the form of a servant. He became such a servant that He was obedient to the death of the cross.

------------------------------------------- John 16:5-7 But now I go my way to him that sent me; and none of you asketh me, Whither goest thou? But because I have said these things unto you, sorrow hath filled your heart. Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-7, John 16:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living Clean In Babylon

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 16, 2002

First part of Sermon Series from the Letter by Peter

TITLE: Living Pure in Babylon TEXT: 1 Peter 1:13-25 THEME: Christian living, faith, holiness P.S. In a world that is going the wrong way, Swindoll says, we are left as lights- stop lights, directional lights, Introduction: I listened to a radio talk in show this week. The topic was whether the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gift Of Heaven

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 30, 2003

A basic gospel message based on Romans 6:23

The Gift of Heaven Romans 6:23 August 31, 2003 Introduction This morning, I am very cognizant of the fact that this is probably our last time together for quite a while, and let me tell you I have been blessed to no end by you. I also realize that I am at a church that believes in the Bible, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Preach The Coming Of Jesus

Contributed by James May on Dec 28, 2008

Our message today is that same that John the Baptist had - preach repentance and salvation and remission of sin because Jesus is coming soon.

Preach the Coming of Jesus By Pastor Jim May Luke Chapter 3:2-18 God’s plan for the salvation of man was coming to pass. Jesus had been born in Bethlehem and he began to grow and gain wisdom and stature; gaining favor with both God and man. He learned quickly and, at 12 years of age, we find ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:2-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Missing Ingredient

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 19, 2009

A message about the need for the "Fear of God."

THE MISSING INGREDIENT Acts 9:31 * The first time that I grilled hamburgers was a disaster. I took the ground beef and made the patties just like I had seen my dad do it, prepared the fire just like dad had, and watched over the patties until they became light brown through and through. I was SO ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31

Denomination: Baptist

Be Defensive

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 11, 2009

We need to know how to defend our faith.

BE DEFENSIVE INTRODUCTION: Have you ever known a word but when someone asked you what it meant you found yourself at a loss for words? You knew the word and what it meant but you couldn’t think of the actual definition or the correct way to explain it. That’s the way it is for some Christians. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Little Words Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 24, 2008

’Thou shalt not kill’ - What it does and does not mean, with info. on INTENTIONAL killing [homicide, suicide, infanticide], INDIRECT killing, and INWARD killing. Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint.

Four Little Words Exodus 20:13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/4LittleWords.html “Thou shalt not kill.” In the Heb., lit. “Thou shalt do no murder” To be the shortest verse in the OT it sure has a lot of meaning and application behind it. To fully understand we need to look first at what it does ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Baptist

Witnesses For Christ Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 5, 2009

We care called to be witnesses for Christ. What does that mean? How are we to serve as His witnesses in the world?

1. The Book of Acts May 24th, 2009 Witnesses for Christ When I was growing up I was not exactly what you would call a Bible scholar. In fact until I went to college I really didn’t know much about it at all. I had many opinions that I would support with Biblical texts taken horribly out of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-9

Denomination: *other

Working Out For Jesus

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 7, 2009

Paul calls us to an amazing life of working out the gift of salvation.

One of golf’s moments came when a Scotchman demonstrated the new game to President Ulysses Grant. Carefully placing the ball on the tee, he took a mighty swing. The club hit the turf and scattered dirt all over the President’s beard and surrounding vicinity, while the ball waited on the tee. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

# 4~ Trinity Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jul 27, 2012

One God manefest in three Person's

# 4~ TRINITY BIBLE DOCTRINE 7-28-12 Today we'll continue with our study on Bible Doctrine and talk for a little while about "The Trinity". * THE TRIUNE GODHEAD PRESENTED IN the SCRIPTURES. >The FATHER is called Creator ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:7

Denomination: Baptist