Sermons on Defying Norms:

"Shout" Series

Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 26, 2003

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that God’s divine plan of blessings, for our lives, mandates that we HAVE FAITH AND DIVINE CONFIDENCE in Him when we PRAISE HIM.

“When Praises Go Up, Blessings Come Down” U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker’s Multicultural Gospel Service, Taegu Korea BIG IDEA: GOD HAS A DIVINE PLAN OF BLESSINGS, FOR EACH OF US, THAT REQUIRES faith and divine confidence WHEN WE ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:15-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Blindness

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

Spiritual Blindness is the inability of a person to understand, perceive, grasp, comprehend spiritual truth.

SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 INTRO: Why is it that some people are so opposed to the Gospel? And why is it that some people, whose lifestyle is so unscriptural cannot understand our rejection of their disobedience before almighty God? And how is it that some people can criticize the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Mar 26, 2009

The beginning of the Lord’s Supper

THE LORD’S SUPPER Mark 14:12-28 Many of us can look back months or even years to that moment in our lives when recognizing ourselves to be guilty sinners in the sight of God; we trusted what Jesus Christ did on the cross of Calvary for us. In that moment we recognized that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-28

Denomination: Baptist

Five Rocks And A Mad Man

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 12, 2009

Victory is just ahead for those who trust the Lord.

5 ROCKS AND A MAD MAN 1st Samuel 17:38 And Saul armed David with his armour, and he put an helmet of brass upon his head; also he armed him with a coat of mail. 39 And David girded his sword upon his armour, and he assayed to go; for he had not proved it. And David said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:38-50

Denomination: Baptist

Your Set Time

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Mar 25, 2007

Just as there is a due date for a pregnant woman to give birth, there is a set time for your promise, but don’t expect to give birth without any pain.

Our text tells us of a famine condition that existed, and in the midst of a famine condition the man of God speaks a word of promise that has attached to it a (set time). (Tomorrow about this time) I want to start this message by saying to you, that for every promise, for every prophecy, and for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-18, 2 Kings 7:7-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fruit That Matters

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 29, 2011

We are to be fruitful in our walk with Christ

Fruit that Matters Mark 11:12-14 November 6, 2011 Morning Service A few years ago, the Associated Press released a study done by an agricultural school in Iowa. It reported that production of 100 bushels of corn from one acre of land, in addition to the many hours of the farmer’s labor, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-14

Denomination: Church Of God

A Model, A Moron, And Abundant Mercy

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 16, 2013

Looking at three men who had three completely different outcomes as a result of their actions and attitudes.

A Model, A Moron, and Abundant Mercy 1 Co. 15:33 33 Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners. (KJV) 33 No os engañéis; las malas conversaciones corrompen las buenas costumbres. (RVG04) 2 Co. 6:14 14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Stay In The Boat

Contributed by Russell Lackey on Aug 10, 2014

It has been said that "you will never walk on water if you do not get out of the boat." And yet, too often we fail to think about the next step. This sermon is meant to encourage those afraid to step out in faith as well as those who are sinking!

Many centuries ago, a man named Peter stood on the edge of a boat in the Sea of Galilee. Like all people who find themselves on an edge - whether physical or metaphorical - a decision had to be made. Peter’s choice was to either to step out onto the water or remain in the boat. Not an easy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

“gods Promises And God’s Story” Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jul 10, 2014

Journey of Faith, part 9 “Gods Promises and God’s Story”

Journey of Faith, part 9 “Gods Promises and God’s Story” Genesis 21:1-21 David Taylor In Abraham, we have seen a man who at times shows great faith and at other times demonstrates great unbelief and sin. God’s promises are not delayed or even defeated by sin. Like many of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Become Man / Woman Of Courage

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Nov 17, 2012

If we are to claim our symbolical Promise Land, then we should be prepared for the spiritual battle and be the MEN AND WOMAN OF COURAGE in our own generation.

HOW TO BECOME THE MEN AND WOMEN OF COURAGE I don’t know what kind of challenging or discouraging situation you are facing today. But whatever it is, God’s message from scripture today is surely for you. He is telling you to BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS! Our text is the Book of Joshua Chapter One. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wearing God's Armour

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Mar 10, 2013

Although many of us would rather deny it, we are in a constant battle. This battle is not against other men, but against Satan and his demons. In order to be successful in our battle, we must wear each piece of God's armour. What are these pieces?

Ephesians 6:10-18 Introduction: Although many of us would rather deny it, we are in a constant battle against Satan and his demons. As with any good soldier, we must not only wear our armour, but use the pieces of our armour in our defense against the archenemy Satan. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Choices

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

You must Choose

Choices (Romans 12 :1,2) Intro: The three dudes who wouldn’t get down to the devils sound Or the three hunks that wouldn’t bow low; when the devil Got on his horn and began to blow. Dan 3:1 King Nebuchadnezzar made an image of gold, ninety feet high and nine feet wide, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Paradox Of The Gospel

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Aug 28, 2011

The inherent paradox in scripture and Christian life

Exodus 3:1-15 Romans 12:9-21 Matthew 16:21-28 Which came first, the chicken or the egg? This is probably the best known paradox of all time. Here are some more light-hearted paradoxes are that you might like to consider: Computer security Political science Tight slacks Definite maybe Pretty ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Cross-Purposes

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 29, 2011

Jesus was dead, so what is to be done with the body. Watch how God makes sure that His Son is honored, and how that is with cross-purposes with what men want to do. Is it any surprise that God wins?

Passage: Matthew 27:57-66 Intro: So Jesus is dead, the crowds are gone, the drama is over, ( or so most thought) 1. the sun has reappeared, but for just a few more hours 2. the earth has stopped shaking, and there is nothing left but the sad sight of three mutilated corpses on crosses. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Redemption For A Worthless Slave Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 7, 2011

The only way to the Empty Tomb goes to the Cross where Jesus died. This is the first in a series on what Jesus did for us when he died. (Theories of the Atonement)

Series Introduction: Today we start the countdown to Easter. That’s the highest day in the church year. However, there is only one way to arrive at the empty tomb of Easter Sunday. Like Jesus we need to travel to the cross. For the next 8 weeks we will discover the blessings or benefits we ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan