Sermons on Counsel:

Of Joshua And Acts-Part 2 Series

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Dec 2, 2012

To glean lessons from the amazing similarities that exist between two action-oriented Books of Joshua and Acts.

Of Joshua and Acts-Part 2 In the second part of my message on the similarities that exist in the Books of Joshua and Acts, we shall cast the spotlight on some "NEGATIVE INCIDENTS" to start with. Firstly... RETRIBUTION... Oh yes, there was Achan, who grossly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: *other

What Do People Find When They Come To Viewmont?

Contributed by Jay Robison on Nov 6, 2012

What do people find when they come to our church? They should find a connection with God, an understanding of the significance of life, and Community with others.

WHAT DO PEOPLE FIND WHEN THEY COME TO VBC October 28, 2012 Jay Robison PS 16:1-11 HEB 10:19-25 If the department of transportation is to be believed and They ought to know, each week over 150K pass by VBC Knowing that must ask ourselves few Qs who are they? What are needs? How are we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Wild And Crazy Guy--Not!

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Nov 17, 2008

As we walk with God it is easy to be misunderstood by our peers.

A WILD AND CRAZY GUY--NOT! Text: Mark 3:5-12, 20-21 (Mark 3:5 KJV) And when he had looked round about on them with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts, he saith unto the man, Stretch forth thine hand. And he stretched [it] out: and his hand was restored whole as the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:5-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Scientology Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 4, 2008

A look at the false teachings of Scientology

Scientology Intro The most popular cult today, which has been brought to the fore front by Hollywood celebrities is the “Church of Scientology.” Scientology claims to deal with the human spirit and its relationship to the universe and its Creator. It teaches that the fundamental laws of life, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

This Is The Season For A Hallelujah Praise

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Dec 11, 2007

This sermon is one of praise and thanksgiving for the birth of Jesus the Christ for our salvation.

Introduction: This is the season where many people are into shopping and buying gifts for loved ones, co-workers, and children. Little do they realize the true meaning and the significance of this season. For some it’s the man in the red suit with a sleigh and eight reindeer shouting Ho! Ho! ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Measure Of A Man

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011

Uses the acronym faithful to describe a godly father.

The Measure of a Man (Deut. 6) Mal. 1:6 “A son honoureth his father, and a servant his master: if then I be a father, where is mine honour? and if I be a master, where is my fear? “ kaw-bade' : to be heavy; causatively to make weighty INTRODUCTION: We have transitioned as a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Passing On The "Christian Baton"! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 17, 2009

Like Isaac being called by God to be a witness for Him and passing on the "calling" to Jacob, Christians are also called and are to pass the baton of Good News of Christ.

This picture was during the 2008 Olympic Games in China. What can you say about this picture?? A relay running race is a team event in which you have to pass a baton from one teammate to another in order to finish the race. The US Team dropped the baton and was disqualified from the race. It has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Heathen Rage--So What?

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 17, 2008

Whole Psalm. Shows us the nature of sin, and the terrible results of it if it could rule. This Psalm gives us hope in the fact that Jesus will reign over all his enemies.

THE HEATHEN RAGE--SO WHAT? Text: Psalm 2:1-12 Intro: Whole Psalm. Shows us the nature of sin, and the terrible results of it if it could rule. Probably David wrote this Psalm after he had taken Jerusalem from the Jebusites, and made it the head of the kingdom; 2 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Making Room For The Glory!

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

Many are asking for the Glory of God (manifested presence of God in our services and lives). We are asking for better marriages, families, ministries and more of God. Have we properly prepared for what God is about to do on the earth realm? Are we read

Turn with me to Exodus 33:18. Glory - Hebrew Word – Kabowd (kaw bode’) Vine’s Word – Honor In KJV: Glory Honour Glorious Abundance Reputation Revenue Dignity Splendor Hab. 2:14 For the earth shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of God as the waters cover the earth. God wants women ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Triumph Over Trials Sermon Iii: View Suffering As Inevitable But Redeemable Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 13, 2020

In times like these, when awareness of the inevitability of suffering gives rise to questions and doubts, mature Christians rely on the Word of God and reflect upon personal experiences of trusting God in and through it all.

MATURE CHRISTIANS VIEW SUFFERING AS INEVITABLE BUT REDEEMABLE Talking to myself this past week, a question posed by many kept surfacing in my mind: “Why am I Suffering”? The answer I gave to myself was, “I am not suffering”. My motto could very well be ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-5, Job 11:13-16, Job 23:8-12

Lifestyle Principles Sermon Ii: When Depressed, Pray For A Right Response Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 22, 2020

Situational depression is our opportunity to prayerfully plan for a positive response.

WHEN DEPRESSED DUE TO SITUATIONAL DISTRESS, PRAYERFULLY PLAN A POSITIVE RESPONSE One day this past week my soul became vexed by a distressful situation . . . my ability to concentrate was dulled . . . my body felt fatigued beyond usual tiredness . . . then it occurred to me that that ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

New Power

Contributed by Rev Dr Randall M Deal Sr on Oct 4, 2009

As a follower of Jesus, you are transformed into a NEW person by the POWER of the Holy Spirit!

NEW: Part 5 “New Power” Sunday, September 27, 2009 Dr. Randy Deal CORE TRUTH As a follower of Jesus, you are transformed into a NEW person by the POWER of the Holy Spirit! Jesus promised Him…John 14:15-17; 16:7, 13-15 and He came…Acts 1:8; 2:1-4. Romans 8:1-28 By the POWER of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation 3

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 31, 2020

As we study the last of seven churches, let’s notice how much they look like some modern churches.

As we study the last of seven churches, let’s notice how much they look like some modern churches. Sardis Revelation 3:1 This church is not indicted for corruption, nor harassed by persecution. It was far worse. It was dead or almost dead, as are many modern western churches. As faith without ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"i Will Proclaim The Truth" Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 24, 2020

The Bible says that both people and society will grow more wicked as the time approaches for the return of the Lord Jesus Christ. The preacher is to face this with the soul-convicting, life transforming power of the Word and Spirit, no matter the cost.

Anyone who makes the ridiculous statement that the Bible is merely a human book, and nothing more than a collection of inspiring stories has let others do their thinking for them, mimicking someone else's skepticism, or have claimed to have read it to end up condemning what it says about the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9, Matthew 24:9-12, Mark 13:9-13, Luke 21:12-19, Romans 1:18-32, Romans 3:10-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

New Race With New Rays Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 16, 2019

Accepting resurrected Christ is more than finding a jackpot, that means when we find Christ, we found everything for life. There is No place for a word known as ‘good luck’ when Christ is with us (Phil.4:13). Christ changes our life on earth, everything becomes new (2 Cor.5:17).

Easter Theme: NEW RACE WITH NEW RAYS Text: Mark 16:9-20 Greetings I wish you all Happy Resurrection Day of Christ. This sermon is covering the theme “New Race with New Rays’. God’s Race: God created us as a Holy Race and God’s race without defile. Fallen Race: but the fall of first parents ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-20

Denomination: Methodist