Sermons on Cave Of Abdullam:

The Plot Series

Contributed by Joseph Barraclough on Jan 5, 2007

A sermon for seekers to help them see themselves as a guilty party in Christ’s crucifixion but also to realize the extent of God’s love for them in explaining why Christ had to die.

Introduction: WHO KILLED JESUS? Through the centuries following the crucifixion of Christ, the Jewish people have usually borne the brunt of the blame. The expression “Christ Killers” has often been employed by misguided zealots, rascists and hate-mongers. Sadly, this charge of killing Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sign Of The Manger Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 15, 2007

The Manger is a Sign that God often does big things in a small way.

Luke 2:1-14 December 24, 2006 The Sign of the Manger The sign of the manger – a sign of the Kingdom of God – a sign of the economy of God The manger is a sign At it’s basic level, the manger was a sign to the shepherds so that they would know that they had the right baby – there are not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: *other

Pray Pray Pray

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jan 16, 2007

Three areas to be pray about this year.

PRAY PRAY PRAY Pt 1: PRAY FOR JESUS TO BE GLORIFIED Glorified in the greek is the word doxazo meaning to magnify, extol, praise. John 11:1 Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. John 11:2 This Mary, whose brother Lazarus now lay ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Last Half Hour

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Aug 7, 2006

Please know today that the last half hour of your trial is often the greatest test of your faith. Depend on God’s Word and the power of the Holy Spirit and you will come through trials victoriously and your faith will increase exponentially.

By Greg Johnson August 6, 2006 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org On our journey from earth to glory, we will be faced with many trials that will test our obedience to the Lord. These are crosses that we must carry as Jesus said (Luke 9:23 NIV) "If anyone would come after me, he must deny ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:5-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Regardless Rejoicing

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 10, 2006

Having it all or losing it all, rejoicing in any and every situation should be a natural part of a Christian’s life.

WE HAVE QUITE A FEW UNIQUE SAYINGS IN OUR CULTURE THAT HELP US DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN A PESSIMIST AND AN OPTIMIST. SAYINGS SUCH AS “A PESSIMIST SEES THE GLASS AS HALF-EMPTY WHILE THE OPTIMIST SEES IT AS HALF FULL” OR “THE OPTIMIST IS THE ONE WHO CAN ENJOY THE SCENERY EVEN WHEN THEY HAVE TO TAKE A ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-18

Denomination: Free Methodist

Athletic Metaphors By Paul

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 5, 2006

What was it that made the difference in Paul’s life? His conversion was dynamic. But, there have been other dynamic conversions that have not resulted in the kind of life that Paul lived. The Holy Spirit was powerfully at work within him. But the Holy Sp

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Sometimes in my life a kind of “melancholy of the soul settles over me.” I feel like retreating into a cave and not coming out for a long, long time. When that pessimism of spirit comes over me, I take great inspiration from a man who left his footprints all over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:26

Dealing With The Giant Of Faithlessness Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 13, 2006

Message #3 in the series. Preparing for rain. That phrase sets the dividing line between faithfulness and faithlessness. The giant of faithlessness is simply living as though we do not believe God is going to do what He says he is going to do.

FACING THE GIANTS Dealing With The Giant of Faithlessness Hebrews 11 INTRODUCTION: Preparing for rain. That phrase sets the dividing line between faithfulness and faithlessness. The giant of faithlessness is simply living as though we do not believe God is going to do what He says he is going to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Carpe Deim Series

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Mar 24, 2007

When was the last time you woke up and said “It’s time to get up out of bed, God wants to change the world through my life”?

Carpe Diem! Seize the Day When was the last time you woke up and said “It’s time to get up out of bed, God wants to change the world through my life”? God does want to change our life and the world around us every day. God has called us to do something. Remember a book about a decade ago that was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Late Great, Planet Earth Pt. 2.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Sep 14, 2005

The word of the Lord. How can a man deliver an unpopular message to the world? Does he, sugar coat it or just tell the truth?

The Late Great, Planet Earth pt. 2. The word of the Lord. How can a man deliver an unpopular message to the world? Does he, sugar coat it or just tell the truth? Many of the prophets of God must have ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Happens And Our Hope

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 3, 2004

In this one verse we are exposed to two desires of Paul regarding the believers in the church of Thessalonica. His first desire is that these dear folks understand what happens when we die. He wants them to have knowledge of what awaits them, approachin

What Happens and Our Hope 1 Thessalonians 4:13 INTRODUCTION: In this one verse we are exposed to two desires of Paul regarding the believers in the church of Thessalonica. His first desire is that these dear folks understand what happens when we die. He wants them to have knowledge of what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

Rod And Staff Series

Contributed by Peter Parry on Jun 4, 2004

The rod and staff are reflective of the nature of God and both are needed.

ROD AND STAFF (Ps. 23:4) Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. If you can think back for a moment to the Charlie Brown cartoon characters and Linus carrying around his blanket, now and then sucking his thumb, you get an image of early childhood comfort. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Congregational

Blessed Are The Persecuted

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 24, 2004

Explains persecution for believers including why persecution is a blessing!

Blessed are the Persecuted Matthew 5:10-12 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 "Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad, because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Essence Of Unity

Contributed by Joshua Brady on Aug 26, 2004

We as children of God need to set aside all differences and opinions that we might have towards one another and we need to bind together in love and in unity and we need to call out the name of Jesus.

“The Essence of Unity” Ephesians 4:1-13 - What Does Unity Mean? – A) Definition for Unity: Oneness, harmony, agreement. 1) Oneness means just what it says, “ONE”. Now one may consist of more than one thing like for instance a car is made up by hundreds of different parts but just because it has ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Try It, You'll Like It

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 29, 2003

Why don’t you give Jesus a try today? What you’ve been doing hasn’t worked. They only bring us to a desperate place where we recognize that we need something else. I say why don’t you give Jesus a try. He won’t let you down.

David is the writer of Psalm 34 and in this particular Psalm David has just been delivered from his enemies by the mighty hand of the Lord. He is now in the cave of Adullam and he is running for his life again from King Saul. David gathers his men around him and he begins to exhort them. He says ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Game Day - We All Play

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 28, 2003

A message about moving from being a spectator to being a player in the ministry game.

22, June 2003 Dakota Community Church Game Day - We All Play Introduction: Tonight I want to talk about getting into the game of life – the Christian Life! We have been talking about trusting God, having faith in His Word, and taking steps of faith. Now here are some definite decisions to make ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Matthew 10:17-38

Denomination: Mennonite