Sermons on Conversion Retold:

Power Of Words

Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001

STICKS AND STONES CAN HURT MY BONES, AND WORDS ARE JUST AS HURTFUL

POWER OF WORDS! MT 12:31-37 JAMES 3:10 INTRODUCTION: STORY OF A PASTOR WHO WAS BUILDING A TRELLIS FOR HIS ROSES. YOUNG BOY WATCHING “JUST WANTED TO KNOW WHAT A PREACHER SAYS WHEN HE HITS HIS THUMB WITH A HAMMER. A). WHETHER A PREACHER, OR NOT, ...read more

Scripture: James 3:10, Matthew 12:31-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Makes Us Different

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

What is it that makes sincere believers in the Lord Jesus Christ special? Many things. But today, we are going to focus in on three distinctives of those who know God.

Although God’s purposes for Israel are slightly different from those of the church, there is also a lot of overlap; both Israel and the church are to glorify God, both are made up of people. PROP: What is it that makes sincere believers in the Lord Jesus Christ special? Many ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Criteria For Resolving Conflicts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Criteria For Resolving Conflicts

Criteria For Resolving Conflicts Illustration:How to turn a disagreement into a feud: 1. Be sure to develop and maintain a healthy fear of conflict, letting your own feelings build up so you are in an explosive frame of mind. 2. If you must state your concerns, be as vague and general as ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Can I Do Now? Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Oct 4, 2001

WE SHOULD NOT LIVE IN FEAR, WE SHOULD NEVER RETURN TO "NORMAL" (THE APATHETIC WAY IT WAS) SO, WHAT SHOULD BELIEVERS DO NOW? HOW CAN WE PERSONALLY BE PREPARED AND LIVE FOR GOD IN THESE LAST DAYS?

INTRO: IN THE UNCERTAIN DAYS WE LIVE, BELIEVERS SHOULD NOT LIVE IN FEAR, NEITHER DO WE WANT TO RETURN TO "NORMAL" AND FORGET WHAT GOD IS TEACHING US..SO WHAT SHOULD WE DO? PETER SAYS "DO NOT FEAR THEIR INTIMIDATION"(3:14)...AND OFFERS THREE SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO ACCOMPLISH THAT: I. SANCTIFY ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Coming To Jesus

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Coming to Jesus requires a personal moment of decision.

Thesis: Coming to Jesus requires a personal moment of decision. Intro.: 1. One of the fundamental truths of the gospel is that when one comes to Christ one does not remain the same (2 Cor. 5:17). a. How else could you explain radical change in Peter/Paul? b. Christ still changes people! c. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Joy - Busters

Contributed by David Carter on Aug 19, 2002

Things that rob us of our joy

THE THINGS THAT ROB US OF OUR JOY Phil. 4: 4-7 I believe if there is anything that God wants His Children to have is Joy! John 15:11 -- "that my joy might remain in you and that your joy might be full! Neh. 8:10 - The joy of the Lord is our strength! Luke 10:20 - Rejoice because your name is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mistakes In The Bible

Contributed by David Parks on Jan 30, 2003

PROPOSITION: The only mistakes in the Bible are those which are made by fallible men.

MISTAKES IN THE BIBLE TEXT: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. INTRODUCTION: 1. The claim ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Long Fringes And Blue Ribbons

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 5, 2002

Why did God direct the children in the wilderness to wear long fringes and blue ribbons?

INTRODUCTION The children of Israel were wandering in the wilderness because of their unbelief. In Numbers 14:12 God was ready to strike them with a plague, but because of Moses’ plea, the Lord forgave them. Instead he banished that generation from entering the Promised Land. In today’s scriptures ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 15:37-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of The New Birth Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Oct 18, 2002

This message deals with the meaning of the new birth as recorded in John chapter 3.

TEXT: John 3:1-21 ETS: Jesus instructs Nicodemus about the “New Birth”. ESS: The Term, “Born Again” is rich in meaning. OSS: Those who have never been born again will choose to be. PQ: What does it mean to be “Born Again”? UW: Facts TITLE:# “The Meaning of the New Birth” Series: “BACK TO THE ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching G. E. M. S.

Contributed by Travis Moore on Dec 6, 2000

The joy and importance of preacing - A sermons FOR preachers

Preaching G. E. M. S. 2 Timothy 4:2 Introduction: The Priority of Preaching - A. Words for “preach” in the KJV Bible: 1. Preach - 50 times in 47 verses 2. Preached - 61 times in 59 verses 3. Preaching - 27 times in 27 verses 4. Preacher - 11 times in 11 verses 5. Preacheth 3 times in 3 verses 6. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

What God Saw In The Church At Corinth

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Nov 1, 2002

A study of God’s perspective on the Corinthians and applying this perspective to us today.

WHAT GOD SAW IN THE CHURCH AT CORINTH I COR. 3 THE STORY IS TOLD OF A SALESMAN WHO WAS TRAVELING IN THE RURAL MOUNTAINS AND HOLLOWS OF APPALACHIA. HE STOPPED AT A HOME HOPING TO MAKE A SALE, AND BEGAN TO SHOW HIS WARES TO THE OLD MAN OUT PLOWING IN THE FIELD. NOTHING HE HAD SEEMED OF INTEREST ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Revealer Of God's Wisdom

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2005

The Holy Spirit reveals to people the wisdom of God in the cross.

· THE WISDOM OF THE CROSS IS ETERNALLY SIGNIFICANT (v. 6). · THE WISDOM OF THE CROSS WAS ONCE HIDDEN FROM THE MIND OF MAN (v. 7a). · THE WISDOM OF THE CROSS WAS DESTINED FOR OUR GLORY BEFORE TIME BEGAN (vv. 7b-8). · THE WISDOM OF THE CROSS IS REVEALED TO MAN ONLY BY THE HOLY SPIRIT (v. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Be An Example

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 28, 2008

Timothy was the pastor of the church at Ephesus. He was probably between 30 and 40 years old, and he had a problem. The elders in leadership at the church were all over 40 years old, and were not taking Timothy seriously because of his age. Paul’s advi

BE AN EXAMPLE Text: 1 Timothy 4:12 Introduction: •Timothy was the pastor of the church at Ephesus •Timothy was probably between 30 and 40 years old •Elders in leadership, all over 40 years old, not taking Timothy seriously •Paul’s advice: earn their respect by being an example in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

House Rules

Contributed by Glenn Narvaez on May 13, 2006

What are Biblical House Rules that each family must follow?

HOUSE RULES (April 23, 2006 by Ptr. Glenn Narvaez) 1. NO NEGATIVE (-) WORDS "Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them." (Eph 4:29 NLT) "Let your conversation be gracious and effective so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Things To Remember

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on May 30, 2006

To show what we should always remember.

INTRODUCTION -We have been celebrating Memorial Day, or its forerunners, ever since 1868 -It is great to remember those who have died on our account -We tend to be forgetful people -But, this Memorial Weekend, let us take to heart remembering our fallen patriots, but let us also remember some ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-13

Denomination: Wesleyan