Sermons on Denying The Flesh:

Faith That Gives Up

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 8, 2009

Faith is exercised best when we give up what is most precious to us and rely on God.

Faith That Gives Up Griffith Baptist Church – 1/11/09 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:23-26 (Exodus 2:1-15) Key verse: Hebrews 11:25-26 - 25Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; 26Esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Saying Something Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 9, 2012

The word does the work

GOD IS SAYING SOMETHING John 15: 5-8 (p764) February 26, 2012 INTRODUCTION: I ‘ve got these roses that are on my Island in the Middle of our Kitchen…here’s a picture of them. (show picture) Our Valentine’s banquet here at church was on the 11th…the speaker, Tony ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Redemptive Work Of Christ

Contributed by Aubery Moore on Dec 19, 2009

The sermon is intended to remind all of us that despite our mistakes and errors Christ redeemed us from our sin and gives us a new beginning. This is most evident in the birth of the Christ.

It is a special time of the year, a time when we focus on the gift of God in the person of Jesus Christ. For many while this season is intended to bring joy and renew hope in humanity this season can be difficult for many. It can be difficult to get into the season, to get the Christmas spirit. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Observing Nature Series

Contributed by Tim White on Aug 30, 2009

In Jesus’ encounter with the Greek seekers, we see the Nature of the Savior, The Nature of Suffering and the Nature of the Servant.

20Now there were certain Greeks among those who came up to worship at the feast. * These are believed to be Jews living in Greece, visiting Jerusalem for the Passover Feast. * Philip is a Greek name. He probably spoke fluent Greek. 21 Then they came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida of ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefits Of Fasting, With Prayer Series

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Mar 5, 2013

Are you a woman who prays? If your answer is yes, praise God, but if you are not or you feel in your heart that you do not pray/talk to the Lord as much as you should, my prayer is after this series, you will be fired up to open that communication line wi

There is a saying "Prayer is the Key, it is the Master Key" meaning it is the key that unlocks or opens up the door to your blessings, breakthrough, etc. Today we will be looking at the benefits of integrating fasting with prayer. And so, this is a message that will be beneficial not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lifting The Veil -- Introduction Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 18, 2011

Idioms within the Bible give us insight into the mind of God. This lesson introduces a series on Idioms to help us better understand the word of God.

There are many pictures of Mt Taranaki in NZ it looked beautiful. It may be difficult for one to see it for oneself as it is generally covered in clouds. When the clouds are removed the sight of the mountain takes one’s breath away. Many know a lot about the Lord and they enjoy His beauty ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-63

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Real King

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Nov 22, 2009

A Sermon for Christ the King Sunday preached on 11/22/2009 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon, Iowa.

Today is Christ the King Sunday, the final Sunday of the church year, so it would seem appropriate to sing the great hymn “Crown Him with Many Crowns”, and in addition, to talk about kingdoms. Today in our Gospel reading, we are taken into a conversation between two different kings. And it is ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Don’t Make Me Count To 3 Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Oct 22, 2012

God would rather heal your heart than hit your hind end. God would rather hit your hind end, that haul you to hell.

Don’t Make Me Count to 3 PPT 1 Series Title We have been in Hebrews 12 for 4 months now, and have been almost exclusively in the first two verses. Today we will move a little further down the chapter and discuss what happens when you deviate from the course. I have a few more messages and then we ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The One Door Of It All Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 2, 2012

As the Good Shepherd, Jesus is the ONE DOOR that brings protection and provisions for the sheep of his pasture.

1. Candid Camera and Shepherd Story The “Candid Camera” TV show went to an exclusive prep school where all of the students were well above average. The “Candid Camera” people posed as career consultants who were going to advise these brilliant young men concerning the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fitting In

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 13, 2011

comedian Lenny Bruce gives our Christian psychology a metaphorical cattle prod shock when he said, “Every day people are straying away from the church and going back to God.’” I suspect it has a lot to do with fitting in.

“Fitting In” John 17:11-19 I read the prologue to a story called Girl in the Middle. The girl is Kim Satinsky who is in eighth grade. She says, “You would think that being in a clique is fun but take my word for it: It’s not. They make me wear expensive things when I’m not really rich and tell me ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Twelve Reasons Why There Are No Acceptable Excuses With God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 2, 2012

Paul gives the reasons why all men are without excuse before God in Romans 1.

Twelve Reasons Why There are No Acceptable Excuses With God (Romans 1:16-20) We live in a day when everybody seems to have their own excuse for why they are not submitting to the righteousness of God in Christ. Most people fail to realize that there are no acceptable excuses with God no matter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanks For The Unspeakable Gift

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 15, 2013

Jesus is the gift

2Co 9:15 Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift. This is the time of year when we are concerned about choosing just the right Christmas gifts to give to the special people in our lives. But let me ask you, "Have you ever received an indescribable gift?" Have you ever received a gift that was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

John, The Baptist Don't Know God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 17, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Do you boast in your love for GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To persuade us to boast GOD's love on us. 1 John 4:10 (Amplified Bible) In this is love: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and

I. EXORDIUM: Do you boast in your love for GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To persuade us to boast GOD's love on us. 1 John 4:10 (Amplified Bible) In this is love: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation (the atoning ...read more

Scripture: John 1:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Are Firmly Convinced Of Better Things

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 14, 2014

To remind us to be convinced and focused on spiritual things in heaven rather than on earth.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you convinced of better things? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To remind us to be convinced and focused on spiritual things in heaven rather than on earth. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 6:9 (Amplified Bible) 6:9 Even though we speak this way, yet in your case, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Is Your Love Life Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 12, 2013

There is too much emphasis in today's preaching about practical and earthly matters concerning earthly love. There is a much higher love life we need to cultivate.

How is your Love Life? I John 2:15-17 Introduction Last time we met, we discussed the new commandment which was really not new, but was the one which we have had all along. Even though John did not elaborate further on what this command was, it was obvious that it was closely tied to the command ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible