Sermons on Chastening: showing 1,741-1,755 of 2,242

From Curse To Blessed Series

Contributed by Ruel Camia on Oct 18, 2007

The presence of an Active "Curse" on an individual or family is an indication that it is Deserved --- otherwise, it would be Ineffective. 1. Neither Satanism, witchcraft, nor the devil himself --- has the power to place a curse on a Child of God.

Proverbs 26:2, "As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come." Introduction: A. The presence of an Active "Curse" on an individual or family is an indication that it is Deserved --- otherwise, it would be Ineffective. 1. Neither Satanism, witchcraft, nor ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Who Began A Good Work In You Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 14, 2008

Humans are vulnerable and weak. God is powerful and mighty. Can we trust that God will really take care of us, that we won’t get squished when His hand is upon on lives?

Sermon for CATM – September 14. 2008 - Philippians Series: “He Who Began a Good Work…” Philippians 1:1-11 Would you believe that this Scripture was written by a man who began his relationship with the church by being its enemy? Who once delighted over the murder of Christians. Who felt it ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Dead Church, An Open Door Church, And A Lukewarm Church

Contributed by Jason Callihan on Aug 15, 2008

The last three Churches in Asia

Chapter 3 The Church of Sardis This is the 5th Church that we read of in Revelation. So far, there has been a loveless Church, a persecuted Church, a lenient Church and a compromising Church. Chapter 3 begins by telling us of a dead Church. Now to clarify what he is speaking of, look to I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Six Things A Christian Can Lose

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Nov 4, 2003

A CHRISTIAN CAN LOSE THEIR ASSURANCE OF SALVATION, THEIR TESTIMONY OF INFLUENCE,THEIR JOY,THEIR REWARD,THEIR HEALTH, AND THEIR ZEAL FOR SERVICE.

SIX THINGS A CHRISTIAN CAN LOSE 2 JOHN 8 In this passage, he is talking to Christians admonishing them to be careful about their labors that they lose not there rewards. But in the end have a full reward. Your works are important, not in salvation, but in your reward. You are not saved by ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Apostolic Ministry Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 7, 2008

In 1 Corinthians 4, Paul brings to a conclusion the arguments he has been making since chapter one, as he seeks to bring unity to the divided church at Corinth.

Introduction: A. There’s an old fable that goes like this… 1. A servant had two large water pots that he carried on either end of a pole slung across his shoulders. 2. One of the pots had a crack in it, so every day as he carried water to his master’s house, he arrived with one full pot and one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Teach The Child Series

Contributed by Patrick Berthalon on Jun 17, 2006

Helps to Train Children

The Bible, God’s inspired and authoritative Word, has a great deal to say about parenting, the home, and children. For a sampling, compare the following: (1) Psalm 128:1-4 teaches us that children are gifts and rewards from the sovereign hand of God; they are blessings and trusts from God. But ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Preacher Who Sorrowed When Sinners Were Saved

Contributed by David Moore on Apr 10, 2008

This is an overview of the book of Jonah in which the emphasis is on the futility of escaping God’s will, and the compassion that God has for all mankind.

The Preacher Who Sorrowed When Sinners Were Saved Aim: To show through Jonah the compassion of God for all men, Jew & Gentile, young & old. Text: Jonah 3:5-4:1 Introduction: This morning we are encounter to a man whom most people are familiar with. Even the unsaved can largely recount the story ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering A New Way Of Living Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 26, 2007

As a believer I am complete in Christ, and I should be enjoying all the privileges He offers. # 4 in a 4-part series.

Title: Discovering A New Way Of Living Series: New Beginnings for the New Year Text: Colossians 2:10-23 Introduction: Handicapped But Complete About two years ago my wife Kay was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease, mainly characterized by inflammation ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:10-23

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Just An Ordinary Person?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 24, 2007

WE CAN HINDER GOD BY THE PERSPECTIVE I AM JUST AN ORDINARY PERSON. I MUST SEE BEYOND THE PERSPECTIVE THAT I AM AN ORDINARY PERSON, BUT I HAVE TO SEE THE PERSPECTIVE OF AN EXTRAORDINARY GOD.

WE CAN HINDER GOD BY THE PERSPECTIVE I AM JUST AN ORDINARY PERSON. I MUST SEE BEYOND THE PERSPECTIVE THAT I AM AN ORDINARY PERSON, BUT I HAVE TO SEE THE PERSPECTIVE OF AN EXTRAORDINARY GOD. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this in two parts. ORDINARY: So common to become boring. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:7-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Careful What You Wish For Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

We often look forward to eschatological events as wonderful pie-in-the-sky times. While the fulfillment of those events will result in unimaginable blessedness, we cannot forget they are initiated by judgment. Are we ready for how they will arrive?

Be careful what you wish for. 1. Because it might not be what you expect. 2. Because you might not be as ready for it as you think. 3. Because your memory might not be as good as you think it is. 4. Because you might need to do everything you can in the present grace God gives you. AMOS ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:18-27, Amos 5:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Power To Trouble Your Trouble

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 10, 2009

Somebody once said that life was like an onion: you can peel off one layer at a time but as you do so, its juice gets into your eyes and causes your eyes to be filled with tears. There is something that is known as the trouble of life. I read a comment by

POWER TO TROUBLE YOUR TROUBLE Dr. D. K. Olukoya Psalm 46:1-11:, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed and though the mountain be carried into the midst of the sea. Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ushering In God's Presence

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 9, 2012

Message about David bringing in the Ark. Also about going deeper with the Lord.

Restoring the Glory in the House Theme: Text: 2 Samuel 6:1-8 2Sa 6:1-8 Again David gathered all the choice men of Israel, thirty thousand. (2) And David arose and went with all the people who were with him from Baale Judah to bring up from there the ark of God, whose name is called by the Name, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Entering The Badlands Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 7, 2014

The fourth message in my series on David. This speaks to the times that we are having to navigate through the most difficult times of life.

DAVID—A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART 04—ENTERING THE BADLANDS TEXT: 1 Samuel 18:6-9 1 Samuel 18:6-9 KJV And it came to pass as they came, when David was returned from the slaughter of the Philistine, that the women came out of all cities of Israel, singing and dancing, to meet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Call To Duty: A Memorial Day Message

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Feb 16, 2014

God's Calling to ministry compared to the call to service to American Veterans.

A Call To Duty Memorial Day Message Is 6:8 Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here [am] I; send me. <Prayer> It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Bible Church

Is It Worth It?

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 31, 2014

Examining whether the Christian life is really worth living... (yes it is!)

Is It Worth It? Psalm 73:1-23. Have you ever looked at the Christian life and asked the question “Is It Worth It” o Is it worth the struggles? o Is it worth the sacrifice? o Is it worth the ridicule and persecution? No doubt, each child of God here today has noticed that often the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Baptist