Sermons on Dependency:

Flesh

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004

. Paul has already made it clear that there must be an inward change of heart and obedience to the law, and that mere external observances can never save a lost sinner. Now Paul proceeds to show how Abraham was pronounced righteous before he was circumc

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The flesh is a built-in law of failure, making it impossible for the natural man to please or serve God. It is a compulsive inner force inherited from man’s fall, which expresses itself in general and specific rebellion against God and His righteousness. The flesh can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

Changed

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Apr 6, 2005

In the previous passage, we were told that the body is buried in corruption because it is going to decay; but it is raised with such a nature that it cannot decay. With this change there is no decay or death in heaven.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: It was not until 1850 that our world reached the one billion mark. By 1930 we reached two billion. It took only thirty more years for the world’s population to reach three billion. We have now arrived at six billion. Statisticians tell us that by the end of this century ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:45-50

Denomination: Baptist

Reason's For Real Security

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Apr 30, 2005

This is a message that points out the most basic salvation doctrine and that is the security of the believer.

Reasons for Real Security Romans 8:33-39 I. We Can Never Be Condemned (v. 33-34) A. No Condemnation Due to God’s Sovereignty (v. 33) 1. Your salvation is not due to luck 2. Your salvation is eternal past and future B. No Condemnation Due to the Price Paid (v. 32, 34b) 1. The price paid provided ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:33-39

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Meek Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 26, 2004

The Beatitudes exhibit the natural progression of the transformation that comes only through Jesus Christ and by the power of the Holy Spirit. Those who seek this transformation are "blessed" or "approved of God." True happiness in life comes when one r

Blessed are the Meek Matthew 5:5 #3 of 8 in Series INTRODUCTION The Beatitudes exhibit the natural progression of the transformation that comes only through Jesus Christ and by the power of the Holy Spirit. Those who seek this transformation are "blessed" or "approved of God." True happiness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Victory

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Dec 28, 2004

Jesus Christ we have been delivered from the dominion of sin.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The strength for our conquering and our victory is drawn continually from Christ. The Bible teaches that whosoever is born of God does not practice sin. It is like the story of the little girl who said that when the devil came knocking with a temptation , she just sent ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Get A Vision

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

The three fold vision that prepares us for service

Pro. 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish. The Price of Vision: King Uzziah died The 3 fold vision, that we must have as individual believers, and as a body of believers. (1)UPWARD: The first vision we must have is an upward vision, That is we must have a vision that is lifted above ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-9, Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Come Out Of The Cave!

Contributed by David Smith on Jul 2, 2001

A challenge to come out of the places we feel safe or hidden and tackle what God has planned for our lives.

Come out of the cave!! 1 Kings 19:9-12 1 - I give up! A - Living For God can make you feel alone - none left but me Lord. 1- right choices with friends (lost friends) 2 - right choices on job (may cost you acceptance) 3 - right choices in world ( may keep you from fitting in) B - God’s plan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Thorn

Contributed by Robert Travis on Aug 18, 2001

God can deliver you from the pain you are feeling.

THE THORN And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. And he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

A World Shaker's Heart

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 23, 2001

Characteristics of a Christian Leader

“The World Shaker’s Heart” Acts 17:16 The Apostle Paul has been presented as the ultimate Christian Soldier (Veteran’s Day service, 2001). Today’s purpose is to use Paul to illustrate the ultimate Christian Leader. We are called by God to be followers of Him as dear a child we are also called to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16

Denomination: Baptist

Our Daily Bread Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 10, 2006

Part 3 of 4 in The Lord’s Prayer series done during a VBS adult tract.

THE LORD’S PRAYER Part 3 of 4 Tuesday, August 09, 2005 Matthew 6:11 “Give us today our daily bread.” The simplicity of this portion of the prayer reminds us: 1. God is the source (Recognition) a. Of our strength We need God’s help on a daily basis. "A Morning Prayer for Help" - "Dear God, so far ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Bringing Our Friends To Jesus (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Aug 8, 2006

Examine eight ingredients that should be present as we seek to bring our friends to Jesus.

Look at four ingredients that should be present as we seek to lead our friends to Jesus. Next week we will look at the other four ingredients. 1. In bringing our friends to Jesus we must see the person. -In our text a group of men see a cripple man that needed Jesus. -We are in the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Your Condemn Yourself Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 18, 2006

Looking at the list of sins in chapter 1, we feel pretty good about ourselves, don’t we? We’re not at all like that, are we? Those are bad people, aren’t they? But what is this we read in Romans 2?

Romans 2:1-11 Looking at the list of sins in chapter 1, we feel pretty good about ourselves, don’t we? We’re not at all like that, are we? Those are bad people, aren’t they? But what is this we read in Romans 2? 1) When you judge another, you condemn yourself. • The judgement of God rightly falls ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

A Sound Mind

Contributed by Pastor Yolito De Gracia on Sep 22, 2006

A sound mind is very essential and important in living the Christian life. Right thinking leads to correct Living. Having a sound mind is very important because we move, make decisions and act according to the perception and comprehension of the mind

Title : A Sound Mind Text: 2 Timothy 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. A sound mind is very essential and important in living the Christian life. Right thinking leads to correct Living. The heart refers to our emotions and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Nirvana!? Series

Contributed by Brad Nelson on Dec 26, 2006

Finding Nirvana

THE TRUTH ABOUT HAPPINESS Nirvana!? Job 5:17 • Job 5:17 “Behold, happy is the man whom God correcteth: therefore despise not thou the chastening of the Almighty:” o Job 1:21-22 “Naked came I out of my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return thither: the LORD gave, and the LORD hath taken away; ...read more

Scripture: Job 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I've Been Waiting

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 18, 2007

Waiting is a lost art. What are we to do as Christians to pass the time until Jesus returns?

Waiting, it’s something that we’ve all had to do – this time of year apropos to talk about waiting – lines, traffic, to speak – all of us having waiting issues Share a time when you had to wait for something – turn to person near you and share your story – what helped you get through the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Lutheran