Sermons on decrease:

Beatitudes Of Church Growth

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006

What is necessary for church growth? This message examines three things that promote church growth.

BEATITUDES OF CHURCH GROWTH Matthew 16:13-18 INTRO: "I want to grow," "I want my church to grow," are statements which reflect the desire of most Christians. Growth is not only our personal wish but the purpose of God for every person born into his kingdom. If we are really serious about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Hallowing Halloween.

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 29, 2009

❶. God’s Name is to be Hallowed ❷. God’s Day is to be Hallowed ❸. God’s People are to be Hallowed

ROOTS OF HALLOWEEN Pastor David J. Meyer (A former astrologer and occultist) Last Trumpet Ministries International PO Box 806 Beaver Dam, Wisconsin 53916 http://www.lasttrumpetministries.org In the early days of England, there was a kind of witchcraft known as Druidism. The Druids were called ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Eye Of The Tiger “focus”

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Sep 13, 2012

Eye of the Tiger equals being Focused on winning the prize in exclusion of all distractions!

Quote: “Keep your mind on the things you want and off the things you don't want.” - Hannah Whitall Smith “It’s not the daily increase but daily decrease. Hack away at the unessential." - Bruce Lee “The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Annunciation

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 5, 2013

The difference between honest questions and unbelief.

THE ANNUNCIATION. Luke 1:5-38. There are a few people in the Bible whose births were announced prior to their conception. In the Old Testament we had Isaac, Samson, and Samuel. In the New Testament we have John the Baptist and, of course, Jesus. The Gospel of Luke commences with the end of 400 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

John's Continuing Testimony Series

Contributed by Paul Shafit on Aug 26, 2009

John again bears testimony of the superior ministry of Jesus

Jesus had returned from His ordeal in the wilderness where He resisted the temptation of Satan. Though He was hungry and tired He never lost sight of His mission; which was and is our salvation. When Jesus went out with His disciples and began doing miracles and baptizing, many people came to Him. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Continuing Daily In The Temple With The Spirit Of God Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Apr 29, 2018

Continuous practise of the pillars of spirituality by the church would reposition the Body of Christ for the second coming of our Lord Jesus Chrisy

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER pt. 12 ( CONTINUING DAILY IN THE TEMPLE WITH THE SPIRIT OF GOD) Acts 2:46-47 King James Version (KJV) 46 And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46-47

Denomination: Charismatic

Falling Out Of Love With Myself

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 9, 2019

It is time to wake up and realize that the world does not revolve around me. If Jesus is number one in my life, then my goal is to make Him known to others.

Falling out of love with Myself Selflessness Mt 5:43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. Lev. 19:18 Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Deliverance And Restoration

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 5, 2023

Psalm 107 showcases 7 vivid examples of people in distress, crying out to the Lord, and witnessing His faithful response. As we study each point, let us reflect on the incredible power of God to rescue and restore us in our times of trouble.

1: Cry Out to the Lord in Distress Psalm 107:6 - "Then they cried unto the LORD in their trouble, and he delivered them out of their distresses." The psalmist highlights the importance of turning to the Lord in times of trouble. When we find ourselves in distress, whether due to ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Quick Fixes

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 6, 2022

They have went into exile and there will not be a quick fix.

Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 No Quick Fixes 1. For most of the problems and hurdles of life, there are no quick fixes. • Need to lose 15 pounds? It won’t be fast • Need to find a six figure job • Need a plumber to install toilet? It won’t be fast or easy — and it won’t be cheap. 2. Jeremiah is faced with ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Used By God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 12, 2022

To help us understand about being used, Paul uses the word vessel over and over. The meaning of the word vessel is implement or equipment. We are the vessels that God uses to reach this world for Him.

Paul and his writings, new very well about being used of God. To help us understand, Paul uses the word vessel over and over. The meaning of the word vessel is implement or equipment. Jesus used the word when he described Paul in Acts 19:15. Paul knew he could reach a place of not being used of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:19-21, 1 Thessalonians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Would God Ever Take Away His Word? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 24, 2020

What would it mean if God withdrew the knowledge of His Word?

- Unpack vv. 11-12 and the threat to take away the word of the Lord. - We don’t really know what to do with that. Let’s try to figure it out. WHAT MIGHT THAT LOOK LIKE? 1. Rejecting God’s truth, people do what they want. 2. Things start falling apart. 3. The consequences of their sin make ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Walk In The Light As Jesus Did

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

One thing that we cannot live without is light.

One thing that we cannot live without is light. It may be easy to take light for granted, but nothing can live without it. Even though Christ is the light of the world John writes, "Light has come into the world, but men loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. Everyone who ...read more

Scripture: John 3:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Old Macdonald

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 21, 2001

Life can be simple

Old MacDonald Had A Farm 1. Old MacDonald - diversity, simpler times, loose chickens, barn cats, a slower pace. Dad talking about rain, farmer plant 100 acres/day. 2. City - cutthroat, won’t help each other, don’t want to get involved. Kill you for $10. Frantic pace, higher stress level. Priest, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006

THE BIBLE SPEAKS OF TWO OPPOSING KINGDOMS IN THE UNIVERSE.

THE KINGDOM OF GOD DANIEL 2:44 A. THE BIBLE SPEAKS OF TWO OPPOSING KINGDOMS IN THE UNIVERSE 1. The kingdom of Satan: a. He claimed the kingdoms of this world as belonging to him because they had been given to him - Luke 4:4-6 b. Our Lord recognized that Satan had a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:44

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Dying To Live

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 31, 2007

Death is a great loss to a carnal, worldly man, for he loses all his earthly comforts and all his hopes; but to a true believer it is gain, for it is the end of all his weakness and misery.

Dying to Live Text: Philippians 1: 21 21For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain. Introduction: Death is a great loss to a carnal, worldly man, for he loses all his earthly comforts and all his hopes; but to a true believer it is gain, for it is the end of all his weakness ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Pentecostal