Sermons on Complete Dependence:

Word 8: Stewardship Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 7, 2008

God Clearly says hands off other peoples stuff. Is it merely taking things that God says not to? It is so much more. God’s word clearly shows us that stealing is rejecting God!

Intro: This is another no brainer. Don’t take things that do not belong to you. You would think that all people would respect other’s belongings. How can we in a society that believes that we evolved from some fish like thing that crawled out of the primordial ooze? How can we in a society that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Teaching Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Mar 1, 2007

This sermon is the fifth in a series of ten on Motivational Spiritual Gifts which communicates the characteristics of the Gift of Teaching in order to allow the Holy Spirit opportunity to reveal this gift to those who have it.

Today is Graduate Recognition at FBC Ashland and what more appropriate time to teach on “The Gift of Teaching.” We’re so proud of the accomplishments that each of you has made and we applaud you for the milestones you have reached. However, you probably would not have been recognized for your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing What We Have Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 15, 2009

The early church was exemplary. They relied upon the power and grace of the Lord Jesus, and in concerted prayer experience victory in a harsh environment. They expressed their love for God by a sincere love for people, in meeting everyone’s needs.

This passage provides a picture of a great church. • We see the unity of the people, a passion for God’s Kingdom, the courage to preach His Word, the power of God manifesting in miracles, and on and on. • This is what we are striving for as a church. These are our prayers for the church today, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blessed Through The Seed Of Abraham

Contributed by Angel Caballero on Jun 17, 2009

If you think your blessing is based on your goodness, you discredit the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Genesis 22:18 “In your seed all the nations of the earth shall be blessed...” Introduction: I have seen Christians struggling to be blessed, or trying to earn the blessing of God to him, through good works, or by spending much of his/her time in the ministry. In today’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Faith Of A Beggar Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jan 13, 2007

My Brothers and my sisters we’ve heard in times pass many great expositions of this first miracle of the Church particularly coming from these two men of God.

THE FAITH OF A BEGGAR Acts 3:1-10 My Brothers and my sisters we’ve heard in times pass many great expositions of this first miracle of the Church particularly coming from these two men of God. We’ve learned in times pass how God uses those that are committed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of Peace Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 25, 2006

Peace the fruit of the spirit

“Peace” The Fruit of the Spirit” Part 3 July 13, 2003 AM, - Danny Williams Galatians 5:22 - John 14:26-27 There are some people who have peace with God, (Salvation)as far as relationship but no peace of God in fellowship. Romans 5:1 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Want To Follow Jesus

Contributed by John Russell on Dec 7, 2006

What does it mean to "follow Jesus"? This evangelistic message helps explain in real terms what exactly we are called to do.

I WANT TO FOLLOW JESUS (Luke 18.18-30) Introduction Ask the average person on the street, or some of the people you know "are you a Christian?", they would probably answer, "of course". They would say that be-cause they aren’t atheist, Jewish, Islam, or Bhuddist. Ask the same person how you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Isaac: God's Laughter

Contributed by Dana Chau on Nov 20, 2003

Discover the laughter of God in Isaac

This morning we return to study another Bible character. We find him recorded in Genesis 21 through 28. His name is Isaac. He is the son promised by God to Abraham. Connie emailed me with enthusiasm, “I’m looking forward to Isaac’s story. Usually, Isaac is presented as the son of a famous ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-7

Denomination: *other

Desire And Faith

Contributed by Don Baggett on Dec 24, 2007

This is a passage that is filled with promise. It promises the things that people want most in life: long life, peace of mind, favor with God and man, direction for life, health and strength, and fulness of provisions.

This is a passage that is filled with promise. It promises the things that people want most in life: long life, peace of mind, favor with God and man, direction for life, health and strength, and fulness of provisions. In John 5:6, Jesus asked the man at the pool of Bethesda if he wanted to made ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Reason God Saved Us

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Apr 16, 2007

Plan, purpose and position of the Child of God

The reason God saved us. Romans 6: 4 –7 It is always exciting to witness someone accepting the offer of salvation from God. It is amazing to watch as they develop from a babe in Christ to a full-grown man or woman of God. Although, we do not actually understand all that is involved in our being ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-7

Denomination: *other

Our Struggle Is Not Against Flesh And Blood

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 10, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you struggling lately? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our struggles in life came from the enemy not from GOD. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 6:10-12 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in

I. EXORDIUM: Are you struggling lately? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our struggles in life came from the enemy not from GOD. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 6:10-12 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Prepared For Christmas?

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 4, 2012

Are you going to allow Christmas to be overwhelming and lose the true meaning? only you can be prepared for Christ-mas!

Are you prepared for Christmas? Like I said before, today marks the beginning of the Advent season. Advent is the 4 weeks before Christmas. It is for us marked by lighting of the 4 Advent candles and the Christ candle that is lit on Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3

Denomination: Nazarene

Rewards That Keep On Giving! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 7, 2018

Some of our rewards are represented by crowns. Whether victors’ garlands or signs of authority — or both— they merit further examination.

Rewards That Keep on Giving! (see note at bottom of page first to suggest that diadems are a sub-category of the broader word garland, which includes but is not limited to a victor's wreath but can be used of royal privilege as well). 1. “More than 40,000 people have claimed 078-05-1120 as their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-26, 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20, 1 Peter 5:1-4, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Revelation 4:10-11, Matthew 20:20-28, 1 Corinthians 15:40-42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Faithfulness Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 25, 2018

God is faithful, not only in providing and protecting, but to reveal Himself, to keep His promises, to forgive, to establish us, and to keep us during trials and temptations.

THE FAITHFULNESS OF GOD INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: The Dead Church 1. A new pastor in a small Midwestern town spent the first four days making personal visits to each of the members, inviting them to come to his first service. The following Sunday, the church was all but empty. 2. Accordingly, ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living Joyfully With Christ Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 2, 2015

Living joyfully is not about what happens to you today. It is about what God has done, through Jesus, and He has given you all the joy you will ever need by the Holy Spirit living in you. Are you living joyfully with Him?

“Living Joyfully” Philippians Sermon Series, Part 14 Philippians 4:1-23 Introduction - Throughout this series we’ve seen several aspects of living joyously -- All of them surround the simple concept that we live because we love Him -- It is the outpouring of our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational