Sermons on Complete Dependence:

The God Who Exalts God Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 9, 2012

We are selfless followers of a self-centered God

The God Who Exalts God “We are selfless followers of a self-centered God.” Ezekiel 36:22-23 (p. 614) March 18, 2012 Introduction: “Therefore say to the House of Israel, this is what the sovereign Lord says, “It is not for your sake O house of Israel, that I am going ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Beginning Of… Economics Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 16, 2010

God imputes value; faith agrees with his assessment.

Scripture Introduction How much is a person worth? I read that the average human body is: 65% oxygen, 18% carbon, 10% hydrogen, 3% nitrogen, 1.5% calcium, and smaller amounts of things like phosphorous, potassium, sulfur, iron, zinc, and copper. These elements can be bought for about four ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seven Biblical Principles To Fortify Faith Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jul 4, 2015

Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. (Colossians 2:6-7ESV)

There are seven vital Principles that Fortify Faith: Decisiveness, Diligence, Determination, Dedication, Discipline, Dependence and Discernment. Bible Reference (Colossians 2:6-7, James 1: 8, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Proverbs 4:23, 1 Corinthians 2:2, Romans 12:1, 1 Timothy 4:7, John 15:5, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Parenting Like An Eagle Series

Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Mar 9, 2007

There are some spiritual lessons we can learn about parenting while observing one of God’s creations - The Eagle.

This text—Moses writes it toward the end/conclusion/close of his career as the lead role player in the deliverance of God’s people. The children of Israel have come to approach and advance to the end of their 40 year journey/sojourn/voyage and they are about to enter into the promise land. Moses ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Marriage Made In Heaven Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

Isaac’s Marriage is a type of our own journey to build the bride of Christ (The church) through evangelism.

After this morning’s message ("Why shouldn’t Happy People Get married") I thought it a good idea to switch back to marriages that are good and right for this evening. I’d like to took at a marriage made in heaven, but not every marriage made in heaven has a Hollywood existence and ends with (Or ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Expectations Part 1

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Aug 13, 2006

Looks at the challlange of legalism and grace.

"Great expectations." Introduction: A man once asked a friend why he never got married? "Looking for the perfect girl" was the reply. "Surely you’ve meet at least one girl that you wanted to marry?" "Yes once. She was the perfect girl in every way." "Well why didn’t you marry?" "Well she was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Temptation Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 18, 2010

Jesus is the second Adam, the redeemer of national Israel, and the Son of God.

The Temptation of Jesus, Luke 4:1-13 Introduction Charles Haddon Spurgeon, commenting on the depth and power of preaching in his day, which I believe reverberates in our own, made the following comment: “I know a minister whose shoe laces I am unworthy to unloose, whose preaching is often ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Spreading The Wealth

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 22, 2009

The title of the subject is Spreading the Wealth, and the subject comes from one of the many observances the Israelites were supposed to practice:

Spreading the Wealth Leviticus 25:8-25:55 Spreading the Wealth Leviticus 25:8-55 Introduction The title of the subject is Spreading the Wealth, and the subject comes from one of the many observances the Israelites were supposed to practice: Every seven days the Israelites observed the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 25:8-55

Denomination: Apostolic

Seeking God In Times Of Need

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jul 11, 2003

This is a devotional that I wrote for my July leadership board meeting about our need to seek God in times of crisis

Seeking God in Times of Need 2 Chronicles 14:8-10 July 8, 2003 8 When the Philistines heard that David had been anointed king over all Israel, they went up in full force to search for him, but David heard about it and went out to meet them. 9 Now the Philistines had come and raided the Valley of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 14:8-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Elohim- The God Who Created You Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 19, 2018

This is the 2nd sermon in the "Knowing God" series.

Series: Knowing God [#2] ELOHIM- THE GOD WHO CREATED YOU Genesis 1:1-2 Introduction: As we discussed last week, names are important. This is how we identify one another. Now days, most people don’t name their children based upon what the name means. They name them based on family names, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Describing Isaiah’s Vision

Contributed by Samuel M on Jan 14, 2024

Everyone who reads Isaiah's vision picturize the temple, throne and God based on their view of God. For some, the temple could be a small room, and the throne may be as simple as a chair with God seated on it. As a result, they rush past this verse as if it’s a short cartoon or simple setting.

Everyone who reads Isaiah's vision picturize the temple, throne and God based on their view of God. For some, the temple could be a small room, and the throne may be as simple as a chair with God seated on it. As a result, they rush past this verse as if it’s a short cartoon or simple setting. ...read more

The Path To God's Joyful Presence Part Iii Series

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 23, 2004

Their is a path to God’s joyful presence revealed in Psalm 16

The Path to God’s Joyful Presence PT 3 Ps 16:4-6 I.THIS MONTH WE ARE GIVING SPECIAL EMPHASIS TO SEEKING GODS PRESENCE A. Our verse of the month comes from Ps 16. and deals with the joy of His presence (Read) II. THERE ARE SEVERAL CRUCIAL TRUTHS ABOUT THE BELIEVER’S JOY THAT WE MUST CONTINUALLY ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:6-11

Change We Can Believe In

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 15, 2017

This sermon deals with our need to change as taken from Philippians 2:12-13, and how it entails both our part and God's. We look at the resources given by God for change including the Bible, the Holy Spirit, and Life's Circumstances.

Change We Can Believe In Philippians 2:12-13 Change is a word that seems to be bandied around quite a bit. It’s a word that for whatever reason seems to be in vogue. In politics “change” is a buzzword, like Barack Obama’s initial campaign slogan, “Change we can believe in.” People are always ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Foursquare

Keep Your Focus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 20, 2004

In the midst of trouble, we need to keep our focus

INTRODUCTION • As we live our lives, it is easy to lose focus on what is important. It is so easy to get caught up in the problems of life that we forget where are focus is supposed to be. • Throughout this letter to the church, Paul has reminded us that Jesus is going to return at any time and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying In The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Asiri Perera on Jun 15, 2006

The privilege we have to pray in the name of Jesus

Asking (Praying) in the Name of Jesus Reading Luke 11: 1-12 Very truly, I tell you, if you ask anything of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. 24 Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete. John16:23-24(NRSV) Jn ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-12

Denomination: Methodist