Sermons on Confess:

"Searching For Elijahs”

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 1, 2002

"How tos" of prayer, for ordinary humans like us!

“Searching for Elijahs” James 5:16-18 Where is the God of Elijah? Mired in problems, onslaughts of disappointments, difficulties, we long for miraculous breakthroughs of God, don’t we? And we ask where is God, especially in the time we need Him the most. To that question, the Bible rings out ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Cleaving To The Word Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

COMMITMENT TO GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO PERSONAL REVIVAL (= REVIVED SPIRITUAL STRENGTH)

BIG IDEA: COMMITMENT TO GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO PERSONAL REVIVAL (= REVIVED SPIRITUAL STRENGTH) I. CONDITIONS THAT CALL FOR PERSONAL REVIVAL A. (:25) Emotional Death "My soul cleaves to the dust" We came from dust and our body will return to the dust (imagery of death) B. (:28) Overwhelming ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:25-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Doing The Work Of An Evangelist Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jun 10, 2006

This is the first in a messages aimed at encouraging individuals as well as our church body to commit themselves to personal evangelism.

Doing the Work of an Evangelist II Timothy 4:1-5 I. True Evangelism Reminds People of the Character of God A. The Reminder that God Created and Owns Everything 1. God was in the beginning of the physical creation “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” – Gen. 1:1 2. As creator ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Trust Issues

Contributed by Hoggan Tevis on Sep 24, 2018

In todays world, we don't trust anything or anyone. So if I can't trust people who I see everyday... How can I trust a God I can't see?

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; 6 In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. (NKJV) Intro: Quote: “Trust but verify” - Ronald Reagan We live in a” low trust world” and for good reasons: • We can’t ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5, Proverbs 3:6

Denomination: Other

The Sin Question

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

THE SIN QUESTION

Psalm 32 THE SIN QUESTION 1. SIN AS SEEN BY THE SINNER (32:1-7) A. The Pleasure We Feel When Sin Is Cleansed (32:1-2) 1. Sin Is a Defiance (32:1a) Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Transgression is “crossing over the line” and rebelling against God. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

The Need To Assemble Ourselves

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Feb 7, 2015

This text encourages us to come together and worship our maker.

We are instructed in the text; not to forsake the assembling of ourselves together. Paul alludes to the fact that the problem was already in existence in his day.Therefore; let's look at several reasons why we should be frequently in corporate worship . I. Confession of our salvation. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Matthew Atkins on May 5, 2005

The central question in life, in the church, in every circumstance is - "Who do we say that Jesus is."

According to Hegessipus, an early Christian historian - Peter, having been urged to flee by the Christians in Rome, was on his way out of that violent city, when he saw a vision of Jesus. Peter asked the Lord where He was going and the Lord told him that He was on His way to be crucified again. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-29

Denomination: Holiness

Is America Under God's Judgment?

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Apr 12, 2002

Did America make a covenant commitment with God? I believe the answer is "Yes." American pioneers made a compact with God. In this covenant, the people agreed to honor God. In return, they expected God to bless them, but I believe America has broken i

IS AMERICA UNDER GOD’S JUDGMENT? BY DR. JERRY FALWELL A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Declaration of Independence is the greatest document (outside the Bible) in the history of mankind. Because it promises the greatest good. Because it has impacted the greatest number of people. Because it provided ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

"Thinking Like Jesus Does”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 24, 2003

If Jesus had a passion for "sinners" why do they feel so unwelcome in our churches today?

Illus.: Four Preachers Confess Four preachers met for a friendly gathering. During the conversation one preacher said, “Our people come to us and pour out their hears, confess certain sins and needs. Let’s do the same. Confession is good for the soul.” In due time all agree. One of them said that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Consequence

Contributed by Todd Riley on Feb 20, 2001

an exposition of Genesis 3:7-19

Islington Baptist Church February 18, 2001 Sermon Text: Genesis 3:7-19 Scripture readings: Psalm 32, 139 In Psalms 32:1-6a it says “Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the man whose sin the LORD does not count against him and in whose spirit is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Voices From The Cross

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Text: Matt.

Text: Matt. 27:35-50 Introduction: Some time ago I preached a message on the Seven Sayings Of The Cross. There were some things that Jesus said while he bled and died on Calvary's cross. Just in case you do not remember what Jesus said, I am going to do a bit of review for you to jog your memory. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:35-50, Matthew 27:46

"The Skeleton In The Closet"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Sep 25, 2007

We all have skeletons in our closet - but they need to be in our past.

“The Skeleton in the Closet” September 30, 2007 “Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor homosexual offenders, nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Holiness

Who Do You Say That I Am? Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Aug 24, 2008

Jesus alone is Messiah! It’s only when you recognize Him as such, and accept Him as the savior from your sins, that your life will be blessed!

TEXT: Matthew 16:13-17 TITLE: “Who Do YOU say that I am?” SERIES: Questions that God asks (part 4) TOPIC: Christ’s deity! OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, August 24, 2008 PROP.: Jesus alone is Messiah! It’s only when you recognize Him as such, and accept Him as the savior from your sins, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encourage One Another

Contributed by Lee Henry on Oct 16, 2006

There are many reasons we come to church. One of the primary reasons is to encourage one another.

Encourage One Another Heb. 10:19-25 Therefore: This word refers back to the preceding chapters and more specifically chapter 10 where the writer discusses the once for all sacrifice of Jesus. Under the Law of Moses, the high priest had to make a yearly sacrifice for the atonement of sins. But ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

This We Believe: "The Forgiveness Of Sins" Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005

Forgiveness is a central tenent of the Christian faith.

This We Believe—“…in the forgiveness of sins,” John 8:1-11 Forgiveness. Forgiveness is one of the central virtues of the Christian faith. We proclaim, every time we recite the Apostle’s Creed that we believe in the forgiveness of sins. The statement, “I believe in the forgiveness of sins” ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Methodist