Sermons on Certain:

How To Recognize Saving Faith Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 8, 2008

James says that a faith that will take you to heaven will always have certain characteristics.

Vs 18. James is not teaching salvation by works. We can’t “see” salvation; we can only see the results of salvation. HOW TO RECOGNIZE SAVING FAITH JAMES 2: 14-26 1. Illus. of funeral • It was the first time it happened to me, but it certainly wouldn’t be the last time. • As a young pastor, I had ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of Knowledge

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jan 5, 2011

The word of knowledge is supernatural revelation, by the Holy Spirit, of certain facts in the mind of God.

1 Corinthians 12:7-12 "But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom, through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another the gift of faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Led The Service

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jul 21, 2007

Certain dynamics take place when Jesus is present---especially in our services.

When Jesus Led the Service Mark 2:1-12 1 A few days later, when Jesus again entered Capernaum, the people heard that he had come home. 2 So many gathered that there was no room left, not even outside the door, and he preached the word to them. 3 Some men came, bringing to him a paralytic, carried ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Song Of Simeon

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 7, 2013

The rite of purification becomes the occasion of certain prophecies concerning Jesus, Israel, and the nations.

THE SONG OF SIMEON. Luke 2:22-35. It was nearly six weeks after the birth of Jesus. Mary and Joseph went up to the Temple in Jerusalem, with baby Jesus, to fulfil the rite of purification. Jesus' parents were obedient to this tenet of the law, which involved both the child and His mother ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Never Give Up What Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 28, 2013

Jesus instructs all His Believers to never give up certain things.

Let us continue to learn from our Lord Jesus Christ in the Gospel of Luke Chapter 18….. Last week, we noted the main instruction from Jesus Christ to His Disciples: Always pray and never give up! In context, we learned, We are to always talk to God with everything that we do and ask if we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

(Section 4) More Elements That Contribute To Guidance

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 17, 2019

If we are honest, we shall never be certain that our motives are absolutely pure.

(Section 4 His Will) IV. MORE ELEMENTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO GUIDANCE A. INTRODUCTION If we are honest, we shall never be certain that our motives are absolutely pure. We know our own hearts too well. In such a decision we must pray for a true objectivity and ask God to give us such an ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:14, Proverbs 12:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Look Inside The Local Church (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 22, 2018

A Sermon examining certain issues you will often encounter inside the local church.

A Look Inside The Local Church- (pt 1) Titus 3:9-15 I don't know about you, but I can honestly say "I love church!" I love to assemble together with my brothers and sisters in Christ. The 3 times that we join together each week are a great privilege and blessing. I also enjoy visiting other ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Look Inside The Local Church (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 24, 2018

A sermon examining certain issues you may encounter inside the local church.

A Look Inside The Local Church Part II Titus 3:9-15 There were a couple of church events that I would have loved to attended this week. The Men of Memphis conference took place at Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee. Also, Woodstock Baptist hosted their annual Johnny Hunt Men's ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Dungeons And Dreams Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 6, 2017

When life is uncertain, be certain that God is still in contrtol and that God still cares.

There is a little church in Galena, Kansas, where it is customary for people celebrating birthdays to come to the front of the sanctuary. There, they give a special offering while the congregation sings “Happy Birthday.” On the other hand, if you’re a little shy, you can give your offering to an ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Sermon On Repentance

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 14, 2022

Some people in life bitterly regret certain remarks or actions after the event.

Thomas Merton, an American Trappist monk, writer and theologian once remarked: “God does not demand that every man attain to what is theoretically highest and best. It is better to be a good street sweeper than a bad writer, better to be a good bartender than a bad doctor, and the repentant thief ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, Acts 17:30, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Matthew 3:8

The Requirements Of God And His Blessings Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Nov 1, 2012

When God asks something, he pays with interest. This passage contains certain conditions that God demands of us, and certain promises if said conditions are fulfilled. The conditions or commandments that are needed to receive the promises or blessings o

Ice-breaker: If God asked you, “How much do I owe you son/daughter?” How would answer Him? Scriptures: Proverbs 28:13, Job 11:13-19. INTRODUCTION: When God asks something, he pays with interest. This passage contains certain conditions that God demands of us, and certain promises ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:13

Denomination: Apostolic

Blessed Are The Flexible

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Aug 19, 2013

It is very easy for us to become set in our ways. This is true not only for individuals, but also for churches. We quickly fall into certain routines, and after we do a thing for a certain period of time, it becomes sacred.

Blessed Are The Flexible Mark 2:13-3:6 13 And He went out again by the seashore; and all the people were coming to Him, and He was teaching them. Levi (Matthew) Called 14 As He passed by, He saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting in the tax booth, and He said to him, “Follow Me!” And ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Take Out The Garbage

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Oct 10, 2007

As Christians, we need to be reminded that we have been called to be a distinct people in the world. Certain actions and certain attitudes that belong to the lifestyle of the world do not fit in the lifestyle of the Christian. In other words, while we liv

I saw a quote the other day that grabbed my attention: “The Christian is not ruined by living in the world, but by the world living in him.” At no other time in Christian history has this statement been more true, for the lines between Christian and non-Christian, between the church and the world, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Glorified-Part 3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 11, 2023

3 of 5. The apostle John recorded some of the events surrounding the imminence of Jesus’ glorification. Jesus’ glorification is of great significance. But, How &/or Why is Jesus glorified? 6 significant aspects of Jesus’ glorification.

JESUS GLORIFIED-III—John 12:29-31(:20-36) Attention: Hershey, our ‘chocolate lab-mixed breed’ dog, has a keen nose for anything unusual that might appear around the house. I’m always amazed at where his nose leads him, & wonder what exactly he smells. He will sometimes wander around on his ...read more

Scripture: John 12:29-31, John 12:20-36

Denomination: Baptist

Assurance(2023)-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 5, 2023

2 of 2. Luke assured Theophilus of the validity of his faith, because his faith was based on fact. Likewise, readers of Luke’s gospel can be certain of their faith. But What historical assurances are offered/gained thru Luke’s Gospel? Luke’s Assurance offers us Historical...

ASSURANCE-II—Luke 1:1-4 ATTENTION: ‘My Children Are Not My Children’ When Lydia Fairchild fell on hard times(in Washington State ca. 2002), she & the father of her children separated. And when Lydia applied for state benefits for their children, DNA tests were required for proof of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:3-4, Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist