Sermons on Control Your Own Body:

God's Revealed Purpose

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 1, 2005

The Day of Pentecost was a day when God revealed a great deal about his purpose in giving believers the Holy Spirit. This passage, surprisingly, is not about the gift of tongues.

Passage: Acts 2:1-13 Intro: Every week our church receives a number of offers to help us market the gospel. 1. to take our message and put it into an attractive format that will appeal to people. 2. glossy publications, better sound, nicer pulpit, and of course, professional graphics. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Hot Or Cold; It's Your Choice

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Jun 2, 2005

Dedicating ourselves to service

1. DID THE LAODICEAN’S UNDERSTAND THE MESSAGE? DO WE? • The letters preceding and including this one are not merely letters to active churches in the day in which they are written, but to 7 church ages (stages) throughout history after the death of Christ • Many believe that we are living in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

How To Grow In 2006

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Dec 28, 2005

The only way our churches will grow in the upcoming year will be when church members understand their role in personal Soul Winning!

How to Grow in 2006 It has been stated that the greatest soul winning force today is not in the pulpit but in the pew! No one can reach more people than those who sit in the pew Sunday after Sunday. It is estimated that 95% of church members have never led someone to Christ. For the past ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Baptist

Part 11 - Matthew 8:19-20 - Does That Mean I Can’t Own My Own Home, Lord? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 3, 2010

A man comes and wants to follow Jesus, and Jesus gives Him an obscure answer about birds nests and foxes dens and about having no place to sleep! What is He saying? IF I AM TO BE A DISCIPLE (A CHRIST FOLLOWER) I CAN NEVER OWN MY OWN HOME?

Part 11 - Matthew 8:19-20 - DOES THAT MEAN I CAN’T OWN MY OWN HOME, LORD? Here we go again! Jesus doing something totally unexpected! A man comes and wants to follow Him like the other disciples are following Jesus, and He gives him an obscure answer about birds nests and foxes dens and about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conformity Or Transformation

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 16, 2003

Are we a thermometer Christian or a thermostat Christian?

INTRODUCTION: I. Illustration--Two items that measure temperature: a. Thermometer 1. It measures the temperature of the body 2. It is usually used to check whether a person has a fever or not. 3. Although it reads the temperature of the body, it cannot change it. b. Thermostat 1. It measures the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Adventist

Being Controversial

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jun 14, 2007

We need to be controversial at the appropriate times. Can God count on you to take the stand?

Being Controversial Acts 4:1-4 I am not sure what you thought when you heard the title of the message tonight, but I feel that it’s some that we need to do in the right place and in the right time. Illustration: Jerry Falwell While I was on vacation, a great man of God was laid to rest. Say what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Like A Mighty Army Series

Contributed by Joseph Daniel on Jan 30, 2007

The importance of attending church and fellowshipping with other Christians.

LIKE A MIGHTY ARMY (Importance of Christian Fellowship) (Acts 2:42-46) (We’ll Grow in 2007 "IF" Part III) The third verse of the song, “Onward, Christian Soldiers,” goes: “Like a mighty army, moves the church of God Brothers we are treading where the saints have trod. We are not divided; all one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-46

Denomination: Baptist

Sacrifice Of Tithing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 16, 2024

This sermon encourages us to trust in God's abundance, honor Him through sacrificial giving, and serve others as an expression of our faith and love.

Good morning, beloved congregation. As we gather together in this sacred space, we are reminded of the blessings that we have received and the grace that has been bestowed upon us. We are here to honor, praise, and give thanks to our Lord, and to learn how we can better serve him and each other. In ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Topics: Doing Your Part

The Preachers And The Minister

Contributed by Scott Epperson on Mar 4, 2007

AS CHILDEREN OF GOD WE MUST BE PREACHERS OF THE GOSPEL BUT WE MUST NOT EVER FAIL TO BE MINISTERS OF THE GOSPEL AS WELL.

(Luk 10:30) And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead. (Luk 10:31) And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Every Christian A Missionary

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 26, 2004

From the beginning of time and out of his creativity, God planned to use men and women who have known and experienced the truth of the gospel to be his personal messengers. Man can think or invent 1,000 way to proclaim the gospel. But as far as God is co

Introduction How will the message of of the Gospel be proclaimed to the world? If God were like me, he would have used legions of angels, proclaiming, singing, shouting his message nonstop, simultaneously around the world. But praise God, He is not like me. From the beginning of time and out of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-20, 2 Corinthians 5:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Revelation To Philadelphia -. The Open Door Of Opportunity Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

The Letter to the Philedelphians - Looking at the opportunities God gives us

The Revelation to Philadelphia -. A little trivia quiz this evening - you may want to take out a piece of paper to write the answer down How many doors are in this sanctuary? Don’t turn around and count – just take a guess, and write it down How many doors are in this sanctuary? Second, how ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Life

Contributed by Shane Williams on Jan 2, 2001

There is one book that you will not find at any bookstore. Consider some observations about this very important book, the Book of Life.

The Book Of Life 10/8/00 Introduction: 1. If you ever go into a store like Barnes and Noble, one thing cannot escape your attention: There are a lot of books! 2. There are so many different types of books and writers of them. a. People write about topics such as politics and philosophy, as ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:18-19, Exodus 32:31-33, Exodus 32:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Astrology, According To 2 Pet 1:19 Can It Predict Your Future? Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Nov 6, 2017

The basic theory of astrology is that the orbits and alignments of the sun, moon, and planets control our destiny, How accurate is this?

Astrology, Can it tell you’re your fate Gemini. “You’re excellent when the pressure is up. There’s a snag at work. Make sure to do a thorough diagnosis of the problem before you ask for help.” Capricorn. “Stick to the plan. On important matters, ask for proof. Your social life requires you to know ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Will, Your Will, Which Will?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 30, 2004

If you are a Christian, the way you live your life and the decisions you make are directly tied to your faith. They are tied to your faith because when you became a Christian, you turned over Lordship and control to Jesus Christ.

God’s Will, Your Will, Which Will? Colossians 1:9-10 INTRODUCTION... Pastoral Call. Source: unknown A minister received a call from a church that offered him a salary four times what he was then receiving. Being a devout man, he spent much time in prayer trying to discern what God wanted him to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Make Your Move

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jan 2, 2005

Many people are waiting for a move of God, But is it possible that God is waiting for a move of people?

2, January 2005 Dakota Community Church Make Your Move Introduction: When it comes to having things happen in our lives most of us would really like it if God would just hurry up and do something. We want Him to light the fire, to send the power, to cause revival. We definitely can not do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Mennonite