Sermons on Chrisian Growth:

Getting Out Series

Contributed by Chris Day on Jan 30, 2005

The world, and all our enjoyments in it, must be looked at with a holy indifference and contempt so that we come to a place where we are no longer at home, but sit loose, reserving our affections for him.

Have you ever found yourself to have placed something or someone in a higher place in your heart than God Almighty? I have. Over the last few weeks, I’ve sensed the Spirit of God working in me to rid me of distractions and obsessions that have kept me from being captivated in wonder of him and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Part 1 - Where Do We Go From Here? Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jan 31, 2005

PART 1 - this is the first part of a series on finding our purpose as God’s people in todays world. Where should we be? Where are we? How do we get where God wants us, and what tools has He given us to get there?

FINDING PURPOSE Part 1 – Where Do We Go From Here? † SCRIPTURE READING Habakkuk 3:2 “O Lord, I have heard the report of you and was afraid, O Lord, revive your work in the midst of the years, in the midst of the years make yourself known! In wrath remember love, pity, and mercy.” PRAYER † So ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:2

Denomination: Bible Church

"I Never Knew You!" By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Feb 1, 2005

"Control your generosity when it comes to a chronic borrower." is good advice to follow. Something else too wouldn’t hurt if others would listen to it & it concerns eternity. Let’s examine it together!

Introduction I’ve heard many say, "It’s the harshest words ever spoken by Jesus Himself." Maybe, but true none the less! In the closing remarks of His sermon on the Mount, Jesus pointedly said, "One day, some of you standing here will hear the very words, I never knew YOU come from God’s own ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Carnal Life Or Christian Service

Contributed by Corey Howse on Feb 1, 2005

This sermon is designed to challenge the believers heart to live totally for God.

The sermon title suggests that we have a choice. One writer once said "the choices that we make today will determine the availability of choices we will have on tomorrow. If we squander academically today, then our choices will be limited, if we squander athletically today, then our choices will be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of The Depths; Into The Depths

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Feb 2, 2005

Even when overwhelmed; the child of God can remember the Lord and call upon Him.

OUT OF THE DEPTHS; INTO THE DEPTHS Text: Jonah 2:7 Introduction: We, as Jonah, may be tossed and battered by the sea of life. Unexplainable conditions, confusing situations, and apparent impossibilities tend to swallow us. Theme: Even when overwhelmed; the child of God can remember the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Build Your Spiritual Muscles

Contributed by Bart Leger on Feb 2, 2005

This study can give us the principles for becoming stronger in the faith and building our spiritual muscles

- Thigh-Master - Bow Flex - Ab-Master Most of us no doubt have heard of these products. You can’t turn on the TV and watch for any length of time without seeing at least one commercial for a fitness product. Do some people believe that if you use their product for just ten minutes a day you will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rua Follower

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Mar 17, 2003

What is it that Jesus would have me do? The answer is in Mark 8:31-38.

Unless noted otherwise, all scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - - - - - Are you a follower? I’ve pretty much given up on asking people if they are Christians. I mean, I don’t want to give the word up – Christian is a very good word to describe who we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: *other

The Pitfalls Of A Mature Believer Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 18, 2003

As we grow in Christ we realize just how much freedom we have in Him. But what about the immature believer - what do we do with our freedom if it causes our brother or sister to stumble or be distressed?

For an audio copy of this message, go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Paul the Apostle wrote these words: (1 Corinthians 13:11) When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put childish ways behind me. What was it like for you when ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"Did You Hear What He Said”

Contributed by Dawn Marie Turner on Mar 19, 2003

That we need to listen to God and not be afraid to turn our lives over to him.

Back when the telegraph was the fastest method of long-distance communication, a young man applied for a job as a Morse code operator. Answering an ad in the newspaper, he went to the office address that was listed. When he arrived, he entered a large, busy office filled with noise and clatter, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38, Psalm 22:21-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

War Of The Worlds

Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Mar 20, 2003

A sermon about the spiritual war that every Christian faces and can be used to draw a parallel to the 2nd gulf war.

“War of the Worlds” 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 In 1898 H.G. Wells wrote his book “War of the Worlds.” It was a story about Mars taking over the Earth. In 1934, Orson Welles did a radio broadcast of this story. As you may remember, many people did not realize it was just a show and thought the world ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pedir A Dios Sin Dudar: ¿pedir Qué? Series

Contributed by Carlos Camarena on Mar 21, 2003

Sometimes our petitions to God are so unreasonable, yet...

Pedir a Dios sin dudar ¿Pedir qué? Santiago 1:6-12 Mateo 21:21-22 I. Introducción A. Los que pasamos por pruebas o tribulaciones, sea que estas sean internas (auto generadas) o externas (producidas por otros) normalmente no encontramos normal regocijarnos. La tendencia humana es perder la ...read more

Scripture: James 1:6-12, Matthew 21:21-22

Denomination: Adventist

Venciendo La Tentación Series

Contributed by Carlos Camarena on Mar 21, 2003

James’ directive on overcoming temptation

Venciendo la tentación Santiago 1:12-13 2 Tim 4:7-8 I. Introducción A. Cuando el creyente se enfrenta con pruebas, tribulaciones, injusticias, sufrimiento y golpes de la vida, ¿cómo debe responder? Esta es la pregunta que ahora preocupa a Santiago. Cuando el creyente se enfrenta a tales ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, James 1:12-13

Denomination: Adventist

El Fruto De La Tentación - I Series

Contributed by Carlos Camarena on Mar 21, 2003

Falling into temptation and the fruit it bears.

El fruto de la tentación - I Santiago 1:14 Romanos 7:14-25 I. Introducción A. Después de haber enfatizado las pruebas “externas,” Santiago pasa a enfocar las pruebas “internas.” 2. ¿Cómo estaban respondiendo los creyentes en Santiago ante las pruebas “internas,” o sea las tentaciones ...read more

Scripture: James 1:14, Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Adventist

El Fruto De La Tentación - Ii Series

Contributed by Carlos Camarena on Mar 21, 2003

How temptation comes to fruition through a "gestation" process.

El fruto de la tentación - II Santiago 1:15 Efesios 2:8-10 I. Introducción A. Santiago (1:14) nos presentó la semana pasada como funciona la tentación. Lo ilustró con la metáfora de como cae un pez o como los propiso deseos o concupiscencia llevan a las personas a morder la carnada y ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10, James 1:15

Denomination: Adventist

Staying Pumped

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 23, 2003

God has given us a distinct program by which we can build our spiritual muscles.

March 23, 2003 Evening Service Text: Jude 20-23 Subject: Edification Title: Staying Pumped I know I have really been challenging you folks lately. I have challenged you to step out in the Spirit. I have asked you to forget about religion and move forward in your relationship through the spirit. ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God