Sermons on Desiring God:

What Jesus Said About Truth And Freedom Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 15, 2008

How to be truly free.

How to be truly free: 1. BELIEVE what Jesus said about Himself. Even as he spoke, many put their faith in him (v. 30). The “many” who “put their faith in him” “turn out to be, in Jesus view, slaves to sin (v. 34), indifferent to Jesus’ word (v. 37), children of the devil (v. 44), liars (v. 55), ...read more

Scripture: John 8:30-32

Denomination: Baptist

Calming The Storm Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 3, 2008

Jesus was not bothered by the raging storm. He controls the wind and the waves.

Calming the Storm Mark 4:35-41 Mark 4:35-36 (HCSB) On that day, when evening had come, He told them, “Let’s cross over to the other side of the lake.” So they left the crowd and took Him along since He was already in the boat. And other boats were with Him. Let’s Go * Jesus already knows * ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Escape?

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 11, 2008

A message on how to be saved.

HOW ESCAPE? Hebrews 2:3 INTRO: Salvation is a word that people don’t like to hear today. When you mention salvation, you are classed as being a religious fanatic. Yet the question still remains: "How shall we escape, if we neglect so great Salvation?" I. THE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Most Remarkable Convert Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 7, 2008

Difficult to Choose the Most Remarkable Convert Converts among the rich: Joseph of Aramathea Converts among the religious: Nicodemas Converts among the rejected: The Woman at the Well The Most remarkable May be the Thief of the Cross- The pat

Disclaimer Please note that all my sermons come from the Lord. But I get my info from many sources from my library and other sources. I do not claim all material as my originality. I don’t quote all sources but I give credit to the Lord who is the author of all sermons. “All originality and no ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Free Because Of The Truth

Contributed by Rich Middleton on Mar 13, 2008

Truth Sets Us Free.

Free Because Of The Truth!!! Text: John 8:31-32, 34 (I Was All Tied Up With Ropes) Well as you can see I’m a little tied up this morning and so I have to make a few adjustments to get through the morning. I really can’t get up the stairs right now and I’m going to need a little help with my sermon ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thyatira: The Politically Correct Church Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 2, 2008

No person or church is insignificant and beyond the correcting power of Jesus Christ.

Revelation 2:18-29 Thyatira: The Politically Correct Church The Setting 18a Thyatira was a small insignificant church in a blue collar town. It was about forty miles southeast of Pergamos. It was noted for its guilds (labor unions) and a strong political and social environment. Their main ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Peer Pressure - Understanding It Is Key To Combating It, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 17, 2007

Teaching young people that understanding peer pressure and how it affects us, is key to not coming under its enslaving effects.

Peer pressure- Understanding it is key to combating it Part 2 TEXT: 1. "My son, if sinners entice you, do not give in to them. If they say, ’Come along with us..; do not set foot on their paths…" Proverbs 1:10, 15 2. "Be not deceived, (lead astray, set adrift), bad associations will ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

Care - Fully

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007

PEOPLE CAN BE DELICATE AND FRAGILE. WE NEED TO HANDLE THEM WITH EXTRA CARE.

CARE - FULLY ROMANS 5:8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Have you ever heard of men being fragile? can a person fall and break into smithereens? We have all heard of broken hearts, broken families etc. This bring into light that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Globalization Guided By Charity In Truth Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 23, 2010

Globalization is neither inevitable nor evil,but must be guided by charity in truth

Conversion of St. Paul January 25, 2010 Caritas in Veritate Today’s feast of the Conversion of St. Paul also concludes the week of prayer for Christian Unity. The Scriptures remind us that nothing is impossible for God. The great persecutor of Christians becomes the Apostle to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:21-22

Denomination: Catholic

Faith On Trial

Contributed by Timothy Brown on Jan 30, 2010

Our faith will be tested. The question is can we stand up to the test?

Text: Acts 5:27-32 Title: Faith on Trial Introduction: (play Perry Mason track) Raymond Burr (the eponymous attorney Perry Mason), Barbara Hale (Perry’s very capable private and proper secretary Della Street), William Hopper (Perry’s detective of choice Paul Drake), Connie Cezon ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Christ Of Peter

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 27, 2010

The Christ of Peter is also our Christ today.

THE CHRIST OF PETER 1st Peter 2:21For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: 22Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth: 23Who, when he was reviled, reviled not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

Death – Carrying Your Cross (Spiritual Formation Part 3) Series

Contributed by Anthony Soyao on Oct 1, 2010

Know the true meaning of death (Spiritually) by carrying our own cross

Death – Carrying your Cross John 12:20 – 26 1. Cross Bearing is a Act of Choice – Death on the Seed of our Priorities A. First of all, Jesus tells us that "taking up our cross" is something that we do by choice B. Jesus calls us, & challenges us, but it is our decision C. I am ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Catholic

Discipleship Is Our Primary Purpose Series

Contributed by Ed Groover on Sep 9, 2007

Our church exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ.

Discipleship is Our Primary Purpose Matt. 28:18-20 Intro: The Bible is our ultimate authority. The Gospel is our primary message. Body: 1A. Discipleship is centered in a specific person: the Lord Jesus. 1B. Jesus said that all authority was given to Him. Philippians 2:9-11 NKJV (9) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Raising Kingdom Kids

Contributed by Tommy Oliver on Jan 17, 2008

A four point outlined sermon on the "how to" of childrens ministry & parenting

INTRODUCTION: It has been said that children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression. This is so true. It is also true that children can make a great impression on us if we allow them. If you have ever seen the show "Kids Say The Darndest Things" with Bill Cosby you know ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Are We There Yet

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Feb 15, 2008

Many Christians are waiting for a "perfect day" to reach out to others, but Jesus said the harvest is now.

Are We There Yet? Intr.: Illus. Thomas Huxley was going no where fast. 1. Have you ever heard (or said) the words “Are we there yet?” 2. Have you ever thought “where did the time go?” 3. Could it be we are rushing to something that we already have? Explanation: 1. Jesus meets a Samaritan woman ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Pentecostal