Sermons on C H Dodd:

The Bramble King

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

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A. INTRODUCTION 1. Bible historians tell us that the first king of Israel was S __ __ __, of the tribe of Benjamin, who was crowned by the last judge of Israel, S __ __ __ __ __. While it is true that Saul was the first crowned king of all Israel, he was not the first king crowned in Israel. That ...read more

Settling For Less Than The Best,: A Spirit Of Compromise Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 2, 2007

Often God’s children settle for less than their best. This spirit of compromise is very dangerous. Pharaoh offer Moses 3 chances to compromise.

SETTLING FOR LESS THAN THE BEST... THE GRADUAL SPIRIT OF COMPROMISE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson. I. TO CONTINUALLY WASH OFF PIGS IS A WASTE OF YOUR EFFORT AND THEN YOU JUST ANNOY THE PIG. THERE ARE MANY PIGS IN THE PIG PEN THAT ARE NOT REALLY PIGS. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Restoration Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 3, 2017

God's grace not only forgives our sin, it also restores the negative aspects of our sin.

Restoration Text: Joel 2:18-27 Introduction 1. Illustration: God does not hold our old sins against us, nor does He act like forgiveness is a favor to us, even though it is. When President Lincoln was asked how he would treat the rebellious southerners when they were defeated, he said, "I will ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:18-27

Denomination: Methodist

Transformed By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 24, 2022

We are transformed when we open our hearts to the Holy Spirit.

Transformed By the Spirit Text: Acts 2:14-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: A woman testified to the transformation in her life that had resulted through her experience in conversion. She declared, "I’m so glad I got religion. I have an uncle I used to hate so much I vowed I’d never go to his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Lie To The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 5, 2022

God calls his people to live lives of integrity, being honest and genuine in all we do.

Don’t Lie to the Holy Spirit Text: Acts 4:36-5:11 Introduction 1. Illustration: “You can fool some of the people some of the time, and some of the people all of the time, but you can’t fool Mom.” (Captain Penny). 2. You can take this wisdom from Captain Penny and appropriate into our spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Let Them Ask Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 19, 2017

When we face troubles in our life we should ask God for the wisdom to understand what He is doing in our lives.

Let Them Ask Text: James 1:5-8 Introduction 1. Illustration: Automaker Henry Ford asked electrical genius Charlie Steinmetz to build the generators for his factory. One day the generators ground to a halt, and the repairmen couldn't find the problem. So Ford called Steinmetz, who tinkered with ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Methodist

Unusual Miracles Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 22, 2024

We need to start living in the power we have as followers of Jesus.

UNUSUAL MIRACLES Text: Acts 19:8-20 Introduction 1. “A miracle is a divine intervention into, or interruption of, the regular course of the world that produces a purposeful but unusual event that would not have occurred otherwise.” (Norman Geisler and Ron Brooks, When Skeptics Ask: A Handbook on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Parable Of Costly Discipleship: Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 9, 2011

Assessing the cost of discipleship come through stories of 1) Construction Discipleship (Luke 14:28–30) 2) Conflict Discipleship (Luke 14:31–32) and 3) Chattel Discipleship (Luke 14:33)

Canada’s first war in more than half a century ended at 11:18 a.m. local time Thursday at a spot about 300 metres away from where the first Canadian combat troops set foot in Kandahar on Jan. 19, 2002. Canadian troops--about 35,000 men and women have deployed to Afghanistan since late 2001--have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-33

Denomination: Other

Ministry Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 25, 2009

Ministry of the Holy Spirit in O.T. and N.T.

Ministry of the Holy Spirit I. Ministry of Verbal Inspiration of Scripture (II Samuel 23:1-7) A. Method of the Holy Spirit-Speaking the Word B. Means of the Holy Spirit-Tongue of David C. Message of the Holy Spirit for Men-Qualifications & Results of Godly Leadership D. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Labor Giant Series

Contributed by Jose Rodriguez on Apr 27, 2019

Christians must understand that we need to pray for God to send out laborer (workers). God is not responsible to bringing the harvest. Workers will bring the harvest.

I. The Labor of Jesus a. Benefits are countless b. Jesus goes to the needy c. Good news benefit d. Healing benefit e. Care benefit II. The Need defined a. Jesus had compassion for those he reached b. Jesus saw how people are being harassed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Passion, Ash Wednesday And Lent

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 21, 2004

What to learn as The Passion of the Christ movie opens on Ash Wednesday.

Did you hear about the lady who shut down the US and Canadian border? Apparently Canadian customs officials found a grenade in the glove compartment of a 28-year-old woman¡¦s Ford Explorer as she crossed the border on last Monday. Due to the current tensions re: terrorist activities, this created ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Messiah Of Glory Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 20, 2011

Experiencing the glory of God will radically transform our lives.

A Messiah of Glory Text: Matt. 17:1-13 Introduction 1. Illustration: J.S. Bach said, "All music should have no other end and aim than the glory of God and the soul's refreshment; where this is not remembered there is no real music but only a devilish hub-bub." He headed his compositions: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Words Of Gratitude Series

Contributed by Dustin Boden on Mar 8, 2025

🗣️💬 Our words have more power than we realize! In this series, we’ll discover that our words matter, that there are consequences for what we say, and explore how we can use our words for God's glory.

Words of Gratitude Introduction: Today we are continuing our series and I want to ask you a question. What’s coming out of your mouth when things aren’t going your way? What are you saying, when life is harsh and hits you like a ton of bricks? Is your mouth filled with grumbling or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"A Good View Of The Good News!'

Contributed by James H. Cook, Jr. on Oct 13, 2001

"As recipients of God’s grace, all Christians are called to ’open their eyes’ as well as their hearts, to do the work of an Evangelist.’"

"A GOOD VIEW OF THE GOOD NEWS" Romans 1:1-7 and II Timothy 4:2-5 If you’ve ever listened to Paul Harvey’s radio program you know that many times he recognizes couples who are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Occasionally I’ve heard him recognize those celebrating their 75th ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7, 2 Timothy 4:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Source Of Our Suffering Series

Contributed by James Dunn on Mar 9, 2005

Suffering comes to everyone. In fact there is not one person who can escape the sting and pain of suffering. However, when we understand the possible sources of our suffering, then we are in a position to move ahead in life as we seek God’s purposes.

The Source Of Our Suffering 1. Suffering May Be Caused By the Activity of Satan… Job 1-2 a. Satan desires to destroy us physically. b. Satan desires to destroy us emotionally. c. Satan desires to destroy us spiritually. 2. Suffering May Be Caused by the Activity of Ungodly People… Rom. 1:28-32 ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist