Sermons on Cast An Evil Spell:

Growing People For Jesus

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jul 9, 2002

This sermon casts the vision for a spiritually mature church and mature Christians.

We recently completed a series on Growing in Faith. If we are to grow in our faith, then we, the church, are to provide opportunities and an environment for people to grow. We are to be Growing People for Jesus. Growth is common metaphor used in the New Testament – 47 times. One thing is for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Panting Deer

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 6, 2017

Why art thou cast down, O my soul?

THE PANTING DEER. Psalm 42:1-11; Psalm 43:1-5. There is such a thing as speaking truth into raw emotion. Imagine a situation where you are one of the worship team in the Temple at Jerusalem, and you are taken hostage to Samaria (cf. 2 Kings 14:14). On the way your heart identifies with a deer ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:1-5, Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brand New Year Same Old Vision

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 1, 2012

New Years Day message casting the vision for a new year

Well, here we are about 2000 years down the road from that first church. I’m sure if Peter and John had of ever discussed the future of the Christian church that they could not have envisioned what it would be like 2000 years later. I mean 2000 years! The Jewish religion wasn’t even 2000 years ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Wesleyan

Sowing Seeds

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 13, 2023

Casting the seed of the gospel is essential for modern followers of Christ Jesus.

Sowing Seeds – Matthew 13: 1 - 9 Intro: One evening during a reception Franklin Roosevelt decided he would conduct an experiment to see if anyone really paid attention to what he said. As each person passed down the receiving line shaking his hand Roosevelt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Dignity Of Man Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 9, 2013

The dignity of man affirmed by God in Scripture contrasts with the attitude of ancient and modern pagan cultures

Monday of 5th Week in Course February 11, 2013 Our Lady of Lourdes Gaudium et Spes “As many as touched the fringe of His garment were healed.” On this World Day of the Sick, it is particularly appropriate to look at the healing power and history of Jesus as it is displayed in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:53-56

Denomination: Catholic

How To Do Right When Everybody's Doing Wrong

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 20, 2001

Just Say No to Evil.

How To Do Right When Everybody’s Doing Wrong Daniel 1:1-21 "But everybody’s doing it!!" Anyone who has children or grandchildren has heard this many times. Because a large group, usually not everybody, is doing it kids want to justify themselves engaging in whatever the it is that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Developing Our Attitudes" Series

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Jan 13, 2014

A starting point for all of us in the kingdom of heaven requires basic changes in our attitudes or hearts which Jesus spelled out in the eight beatitudes.

“Developing Our Attitudes” Mountaintop Experiences Text: Matthew 5:1-12 I. Welcome II. Introduction Last Sunday we kicked off this year’s theme of developing our core with seven things everyone can and should do more in 2014: to pray, study, meditate, worship, work, give and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Attributes To Strive For

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Mar 8, 2009

I would like to answer these questions: • What are the beatitudes? • Do they spell out conditions we must meet in order to inherit eternal life?

Matthew 5:1-16 The Beatitudes (Sermon on the Mount) I would like to answer these questions: • What are the beatitudes? • Do they spell out conditions we must meet in order to inherit eternal life? (v.1-2) Who is Jesus preaching to? • His disciples • Crowds (7:28) - So it is clear that the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes Trouble! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 16, 2013

God is always at work at we can trust Him, even when evil looks like it is taking over.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who had just undergone a very complicated operation on his intestines, but kept complaining about a bump on his head and a terrible headache. 1. Since his operation had been on his abdomen, he couldn’t figure out why he had such a headache, but he ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Partiality And Favoritism Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 9, 2019

James teaches us that showing partiality or favoritism is actually a sin and spells out how we can more easily avoid falling into this temptation.

This passage begins a new section in James. There are certain temptations and trials that are constantly confronting us. One of the strongest is that of showing partiality or favoritism, of discriminating against people. READ James 2:1. So, here we have the charge against showing partiality. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

When Others Disagree With You

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 5, 2001

Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Others Disagree With You Matthew 7:1 Judge not, that ye be not judged. Matthew 7:1 a [Judge not, that ye be not judged] Do not find fault with anyone except yourself or you will expose your own criminal tendencies and disposition. Matthew 7:2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Overcome Sin

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

Years ago a newspaper reporter asked then Governor of Arkansas, William Jefferson Clinton,

who was seeking to get the nomination of the democratic party to be the next candidate for president of the United States, this question, “Sir, it has been stated that you have had many adulterous relationships, is this true, or not true?” Mr. Clinton, with anger in his voice for being asked such ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 32:23

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: Through The Wardrobe Series

Contributed by Glenn Teal on Dec 7, 2005

Week 1 on the Chronicles of Narnia -- Through the Wardrobe focuses on the world beyond the one we can see and feel -- the realm of the Spirit.

Today we exploring the connections between what has been called the greatest story ever told – the true story of Jesus Christ and His very real role in history – and one of the most enjoyable children’s stories ever written: “The Chronicles of Narnia”. There really is a connection between these ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Storm Of Doubt Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 13, 2025

Asaph is a mature and experienced ministry leader is asking, "What is the point of being faithful?" This storm changes when Asaph goes to the sanctuary.

You can listen to this sermon at https://npbc.org.au/podcasts/media Psalm 73:1-28 “The Storm of Doubt” Have you ever had a time in your life when you have thought “What is the point of being a faithful Christian?” Maybe you have not asked the question exactly that way. But … Our family is always ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Loving God Through Worship Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Mar 17, 2006

"Living a Life of Love" - Part 3. This message spells out seven principles on how to W.O.R.S.H.I.P. God.

LOVING GOD THROUGH WORSHIP Living a Life of Love – 3 Psalm 95 March 19, 2006 INTRODUCTION: Today we will be continuing in our series titled “Living a Life of Love.” In week one our theme was love your spouse. Last week our theme was love each other and this week our theme is love God. How do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11