Sermons on Concentration:

Greater Than The Greatest

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jul 15, 2007

Jesus is greater than Moses in three ways.

Shiloh Bible Church Hebrews 3:1-6 Greater Than The Greatest Introduction Great … greater … greatest. We often use these terms when we make comparisons. For example, in baseball we say that Mickey Mantle was a great homerun hitter, and that Babe Ruth was greater, but that Hank Aaron was the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don't Get Stuck! Series

Contributed by Jaymes Chase on May 6, 2012

How not to get stuck in the past but move forward in your relationship with Christ

Don’t Get Stuck! 1 Cor. 10 Introduction: Have you ever been stuck somewhere? I have been stuck in traffic, stuck in the mud, stuck working with people that are belligerent, stuck in situations that you know the moment you are in them you want to run. I’ve been stuck in fights ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Selflessness: Fundamentals

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 14, 2010

As we look at what it means to be a Christian the first fundamental issue we will look at is selflessness.

Selflessness: Fundamentals July 11, 2010 Luke 9:23-27 Intro: One of the purposes of a sabbatical is to get some space from the day-to-day demands, to “step back” and gain some different perspectives, and to return with something new to offer. First I want to say “thank ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

Simple Words Have Deep Meaning Of Light

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 16, 2023

What is so profound about the Father's words about the Son on the Mt. of Transfiguration? Find out.

2.19.23 2 Peter 1:16-21 16 To be sure, we were not following cunningly devised fables when we made known to you the powerful appearance of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. 17 For he received honor and glory from God the Father, when the voice came to him from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Satanic Success Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 24, 2021

The Christian must forget tradition and art, and build his concept of Satan on the only reliable source of information, and that is the Bible.

William Congreve said, “If I were a painter I would draw the devil like an idiot, a driveller with a bib and bells.” All I can say to that is that I am glad he is not a painter, for he would only serve the devil’s cause by painting him as a driveling idiot. I agree with Thomas Lodge who said, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

It's All About Jesus (Colossians 4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 14, 2022

The book of Colossians is all about Jesus! In this five-part series, we'll explore Paul's letter to the Colossian church and come to know Christ better.

It’s all about Jesus: Colossians 4 Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/13/2016 During the rehearsal for her wedding a nervous bride was having a difficult time remembering all the details. Her kind pastor took her aside at the end of the night and said, “When you enter the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-24

Denomination: Christian Church

Priorities For Ministry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 17, 2024

Acts 6:1-7 teaches us about Satan’s attack of distraction and the church’s priorities for ministry.

Introduction Christians are not immune from trials and difficulties just because they are Christians. Conversion to Christ does not cause our problems to evaporate and disappear. Part of the reason for our continuing trials is that we have an enemy, Satan, who constantly works to cause us to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

On Hold

Contributed by Chris Talton on Sep 3, 2003

There are times in our lives when not much seems to be happening. It’s easy to lose our joy. But we can maintain our joy even when it seems like we are on hold.

August 24, 2003 Esther 5 “On hold” INTRODUCTION A twelve-year old boy “resigned from delivering the San Francisco Examiner” with the following letter: “I am a carrier for the San Francisco Examiner. As provided in Section 14a of the Youth Carrier Delivery contract, I am giving the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Strive For Excellence In Pleasing God

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

GROWING DISCIPLES MUST STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE IN PLEASING GOD A.

GROWING DISCIPLES MUST STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE IN PLEASING GOD A. Our Present Level of Obedience Should Be the Foundation For Striving For Excellence in Pleasing God (:1-2) (rather than the excuse for settling for mediocrity or the mountaintop for sliding to the valley) 1. Growing Disciples Need ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Sin In The Camp"

Contributed by Monte Mcelfresh on Mar 4, 2006

Dealing with sin

“Sin In The Camp” Joshua 7:1-26 Introduction Even though you’re saved (crossed Jordan) still prone to sin. I. SIN – SATAN v.1 A. Don’t underestimate power of Satan B. Defeat a. Comes after victory b. Comes when least expected c. Comes when we feel strong in ourselves d. Comes when we neglect ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Unloading Burdens

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 9, 2009

How to take things and leave things with God

Unloading Burdens What burdens do we carry that we shouldn’t? • Will God take care of my needs? What burdens do we often neglect that we should carry? • Prayer for the lost • Sick • Hungry • Lonely Where do we spend most of our time? • On our own concerns How do we unload burdens that aren’t ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why I Am Not Happy? Series

Contributed by Suresh Murugesan on Mar 27, 2020

As a child of god I am doing good things , my hobbies are Very good it never hurts others. Still I am not happy ! Do it every thing for God glory , for Gods kingdom.

Illustration: I was doing the ministry where I could not communicate directly to the he people because of the language, all of the sudden my Translater stoped , I was forced into the situation, that if I have to continue the ministry, I should learn the language and do ministry, I started leaning ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10, Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Other

Patience

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jul 20, 2023

Patience is persistently enduring without blowing up, giving up or lashing out. You find your stability in knowing that God is sovereign in both circumstances and timing.

Patience (James 1:2-8, James 5:7-11) Patience is persistently enduring without blowing up, giving up or lashing out. You find your stability in knowing that God is sovereign in both circumstances and timing. The counterfeit of peace is indifference or apathy. People think you are calm; really, you ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8, James 5:7-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Horse Leech

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 5, 2003

A leech is a blood sucker. A disgusting parasite that attempts to suck the life out of you. For the bible tells us, "life is in the blood." The two main methods of removing leeches are fire and salt. The spiritual parallel to removing spiritual leeches is

The Horse Leech Proverbs 30:15 The horseleach hath two daughters, crying, Give, give.. This is a message about spiritual leeches that attempt to suck the spiritual life out of you. Illus: Administratium The heaviest element known to science was recently discovered. The element, tentatively named ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Effective Leadership Requires Complete Involvement Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 16, 2005

A look at another building block necessary for effective leadership.

Involvement is an area that really weighs heavy upon our minds. Let’s face it, a church leader or even an active Christian has to do a balancing act. In CS Lewis’ book the Screwtape Letters a senior demon by the name of Screwtape offers his nephew Wormwood some advice on how to tempt the human ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ