Sermons on cessation: showing 61-75 of 422

He Makes Me Glad

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 29, 2005

He makes me glad when I am sad. He’s the dearest friend I ever had!

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA He Makes Me Glad Psalms 4:7-8 Intro: There is much sought after in life; however, the pursuit of happiness is the most elusive goal man has. He attempts to make his heart glad with everything of this world. These external ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

We Need To Marginize!

Contributed by Jeffrey Benjamin on Nov 12, 2001

Just as Adam walked in the Garden with God, as is related in Genesis 3:8, this intimacy can be had today if we don’t squeeze Him out!

Title: We Need to Marginize! Theme: Rest / Margin Thesis: Jesus calls us to rest. Text: Mt. 11:28-30 and Mk. 6:31 Intro How many of us are glad to be here today? Whew!!! or Ffllbbppbb!!! Sigh of relief? or Sigh of exhaustion? Pray I. Marginless Living If one more thing comes into my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Mark 6:31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Salutation Series

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Aug 28, 2003

In these five verses Paul deals with his ministry, his message and his motive.

GALATIANS Lesson One TITLE: The Salutation TEXT: Galatians 1:1-5 1 Paul, an apostle (not sent from men, nor through the agency of man, but through Jesus Christ, and God the Father, who raised Him from the dead), 2 and all the brethren who are with me, to the churches of Galatia: 3 Grace to you and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hey! That's Not Fair Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 3, 2020

How Is It fair to throw the poor guy out in the street?

Twenty-eighth Sunday in Course 2020 I encountered today’s Gospel for the first time when I was a teenager. I’m sure I’d heard it in Church before, but it was a Scripture course and I wanted to learn as much as I could. But when I read the punch line, right at the end where Jesus quotes this king ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-10, Philippians 4:12-20, Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

Part 6 Of 6: Idle Working Series

Contributed by John Knight on Feb 9, 2003

Work is a blessing from God to be enjoyed. Seven wrong ways and seven right ways to work and enjoy it.

Making The Most Of My Life: Six Ways We Waste Our Day Part 6 of 6: Idle Working II Thessalonians 3:6-8 "Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you keep away from any brother who is living in idleness and not in accord with the tradition that you received ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-8

Denomination: Holiness

Have The Gifts Of The Spirit Ceased?

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Mar 7, 2016

This subject has divided much of the church and as your pastor I want to address where we as a church are on this subject. I encourage you to take notes, and study these things for yourself.

Have The Gifts Of The Spirit Ceased? 1 Corinthians 12:31-12:31 Have the Gifts of the Spirit Ceased? This subject has divided much of the church and as your pastor I want to address where we as a church are on this subject. I encourage you to take notes, and study these things for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Cares?

Contributed by David Nolte on Aug 26, 2019

Like the Psalmist, some think, "No one cares for my soul."

“Who Cares? Luke 13:10-17 David P. Nolte Fred Craddock was a seminary professor and a preacher, but he liked to attend his home church whenever he could. He was supposed to go out of town one Sunday morning to speak, but it was within driving distance so he went to an early service at his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Early Church: In Awe Series

Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Oct 13, 2009

Part 3 of our 6 part series on the early church. The early church was in awe of God and his amazing power. Why don’t we see miracles today (or do we?).

The Early Church: In Awe Acts 2:43 INTRODUCTION BEING IN AWE - E.G. AWESOME - WORD USED A LOT MAY HAVE LOST SOME OF ITS IMPACT BIG CONCEPT NOT A HOME RUN IN THE BOTTOM OF THE 9TH, THATS NOT AWE WERE TALKING STANDING IN YOUR YARD AND WATCHING A TORNADO PICK UP YOUR HOUSE AND CARRY IT OUT ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:43

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Mark Stevens on Jan 9, 2017

Bitterness and not forgiving will keep in a spiritual quagmire. Let go of the hurt of the past and walk in victory.

BITTERNESS and UNFORGIVNESS Mark 2:7-11 (Wey) "Why does this man use such words?" they said; "He is blaspheming. Who can pardon sins but One--that is, God?"... Jesus asked them, "Which is easier?--to say to this paralytic, 'Your sins are pardoned,' or to say, 'Rise, take up your mat, and walk?' ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rest From Our Burdens

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 10, 2018

Where do we find true rest in a world gone crazy? Like Israel do we find true rest in a Sabbath or a land? Is there a land anywhere in this world where we can find true rest from all our problems and worries?

Where do we find true rest in a world gone crazy? Like Israel do we find true rest in a Sabbath or a land? Is there a land anywhere in this world where we can find true rest from all our problems and worries? Let’s find out what our true rest is, by looking at Hebrews 4. Is His Rest the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Thinking About God

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2022

Does the existence of God also mean that He knows how we, His creatures best function? Does that mean that He loves us? Does it mean that we can get to know Him personally? Jesus gave a simple two step process that one should think about when confronted with the truth of the Gospel.

Does the existence of God also mean that He knows how we, His creatures best function? Does that mean that He loves us? Does it mean that we can get to know Him personally? Jesus gave a simple two step process that one should think about when confronted with the truth of the Gospel. “The time is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15, Galatians 4:8-9, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gospel According To Isaiah

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 17, 2009

Isaiah prophesied long ago that the Messiah, Jesus, was coming, and therefore, we must accept Him into our hearts today.

The Gospel According to Isaiah Text: Isaiah 9:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: Praise God for Christmas. Praise Him for the incarnation, for the word made flesh. I will not sing of shepherds watching flocks on frosty nights, or angel choristers. I will not sing of a stable bare in Bethlehem, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

God's Final Words Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Aug 22, 2002

What does Malachi have to say to our generation?

Prophecy To Our Age God’s Final Words Introduction: Malachi 4 The prophecy of Malachi, hence; ends with a curse. After this prophetic message from God, there is no direct message to the people for over four hundred years. With the close of the Old Testament what is found within the text of this ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Salvation's Proofs

Contributed by Larry Finley on Aug 7, 2008

Salvation should be accompanied by proofs.

SALVATION’S PROOFS 7/13/08 Romans 5:1-5 1. Therefore = refers to chap 4 & how we are not justified a. Not by works vs. 1-8 b. not by ordinances vs. 9-12 c. not by law obedience 13-25 2. And how we are justified a. by faith 1. PEACE 1 A. Peace with God – Cessation of Hostility 1. gospel : ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Builds His Body 12 Ways Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Dec 31, 2007

Are you looking for short term fixes to your life or long term solutions? Are you looking for a leader to get you out of a jam or a savior to bring you into peace?

Years ago there was an ad campaign by a certain maker of bread: "Wonder, it builds a body 12 ways" or something like that. I sort of pictured this incredibly wonder-ful food that after you ate it you turned into Superman or something. In reality it was bread made of white flour. The problem with ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel