Sermons on Destruction Of The Flesh:

"Armed With A Purpose" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 29, 2007

Sermon 13 in a study in 1 & 2 Peter

“Therefore, since Christ has suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same purpose, because he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, 2 so as to live the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for the lusts of men, but for the will of God. 3 For the time already past is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Orthodox

Wickedness That Invites Repercussion-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 23, 2012

3 of 3. Genesis records the wanton wickedness of humanity & its repercussions. Wanton wickedness invites repercussion. But Why or How does it do this? Wickedness invites repercussion thru...

WICKEDNESS INVITING REPERCUSSION-III—Genesis 6:1-8 Genesis records the wanton wickedness of humanity & its repercussions. Repercussion—An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action, esp. an unwelcome one. Wanton wickedness invites repercussion. How/When ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of An Unstable Father Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 24, 2012

1) An Unstable Father is Too Permissive (Genesis 6:1), 2) An Unstable Father Loses Control (Genesis 6:2), 3) An Unstable Father Tests God’s Patience (Genesis 6:3), and 4) An Unstable Father Reaps What he Sows (Genesis 6:4)

As human society develops, as civilization becomes more and more advanced, as people enjoy the blessing of families and children and all that goes with it, life is punctuated finally by death and it’s a series of obituaries brought about by sin. From the Fall into Genesis chapter 6, is development ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-4

Denomination: Other

Love Vs Lust Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 16, 2010

When you compare love verse lust you very quickly discover that one leads to happiness, blessings and fulfillment in life while the other leads to discontentment, guilt, curses and despair in life. Which will you choose?

Sermon: “Love vs Lust” Series: 4 letter words+ Thesis: When you compare love verse lust you very quickly discover that one leads to happiness, blessings and fulfillment in life while the other leads to discontentment, guilt, curses and despair in life. Which will you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Deals With Pride! Series

Contributed by Izak Shipman on Feb 27, 2004

These verses show a perfect case study in how God dealt with the pride in Saul’s life. Also answering the questions 1. What is pride, where did it come from and how God deals with it.

Acts 9:23 – 31 23 Now after many days were past, the Jews plotted to kill him. 24But their plot became known to Saul. And they watched the gates day and night, to kill him. 25Then the disciples took him by night and let him down through the wall in a large basket. 26. And when Saul had come to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:13-15, Acts 9:23-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Does His Best Work In The Dark

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 11, 2004

John 9:4 “I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day; the night (darkness) cometh, when no man can work.”

“God does His best work in the Dark” Genesis 1:1-2 This is the beginning, the start of everything. It is often called the dateless past or even a better term is eternity past. It is not bound by the limitations of time, because the beginning actually started before time began. Realize that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Apostolic

Dear Friends...test The Spirits

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 4, 2005

EASTER 6(B) - Dear friends, believers, are to test the spirits in order to recognize the Spirit of God and then listen to the Spirit of God.

DEAR FRIENDS…TEST THE SPIRITS (Outline) 1 JOHN 4:1-11 - May 1, 2005 - EASTER 6 INTRO: Today’s text talks about tests. As believers we are to put those entrusted with the message of salvation to the test. The message from God that men proclaim is to be just that – God’s message. The only way ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Third Bowl Judgment Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Nov 9, 2004

Third Bowl Judgment

Revelation 16:4-7, “4Then the third angel poured out his bowl on the rivers and springs, and they became blood. 5And I heard the angel who had authority over all water saying, "You are just in sending this judgment, O Holy One, who is and who always was. 6For your holy people and your prophets have ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:4-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Potter And The Clay

Contributed by Rita Sims on Sep 9, 2001

God wants to mold our lives, if we will let Him, and make us into beautiful creations.

It’s kinda humorous that I’m going to attempt to talk about pottery. I’m not the artsy, craftsy type. However, that’s the image that Jeremiah uses and it’s a beautiful one. In preparing for this sermon, I read that before it is glazed and fired, the potter may reshape and redo the pottery, if it ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Common Areas In Which Satan Will Work Hard To Trip Up Christians (Part Ii)

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 25, 2002

Continuation of Part I.....Same description.

In my previous message on this topic, I attempted to point out some of the most common traps that satan lays for us. A. We are relatively safe from obviously gross temptations. 1. satan works in the areas in which we are the most susceptible. a. According to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Up With Faith, Down With Walls Series

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 25, 2001

TRUSTING THE LORD HELPS PEOPLE OVERCOME OBSTACLES. Here are two sets of consideration about the correlation between people, walls, and faith.

November 27,1994 --PM UP WITH FAITH, DOWN WITH WALLS Hebrews 11:30-31 INTRO: Jericho was a city which had been promised to Israel by God Himself. Joshua¡¦s job was to take the city, but a large, imposing wall hindered progress. So many would face the wall and believe it impossible to conquer. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Turn Turn Turn

Contributed by L. Durham on Sep 29, 2001

Keeping our trust in God despite the tragedy in New York City.

TURN, TURN, TURN Biblical Text: 1 Kings 18: 24 and 37 “And call ye on the name of your gods, and I will call on the name of the Lord; and the God that answereth by fire, let him be God. And all the people answered and said, ‘It is well spoken.’” “Hear me, O Lord, hear me, that this people may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:24-37

Securing The Success Of Jesus’ Mission-Part 1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 6, 2004

Thru prayer, Jesus sought to secure the success of His mission. How does prayer secure the success of Jesus’ mission? 9 acquisitions securing the success of Jesus’ mission. Part 1 of a 2-part sermon.

SECURING THE SUCCESS OF JESUS’ MISSION-Part I—John 17:1-26 Thru prayer, Jesus sought to secure the success of His mission. The success of Jesus’ mission is secured thru prayer. How does prayer secure the success of Jesus’ mission? 4 acquisitions securing the success of Jesus’ ministry. 1—An ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Count It All Joy

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004

James is a “Do this! Do that!” book which, taken to heart, will dynamically affect our lives on every level. We will not be the same at the end of this study if we prayerfully ask the Spirit to apply what we learn.

1. James verse 1 James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad, greetings. a. Half Brother of Christ James a half-brother, of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Gospels mention this fact in Matthew 13:55 "Is not this the carpenter’s son? Is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

True Riches Vs. Uncertain Riches

Contributed by W. Alderman on Apr 12, 2006

It is so easy to "mess up" with money, but the Scriptures give us clear instructions on how to guard our stewardship.

TRUE RICHES Vs. UNCERTAIN RICHES TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:6-19 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: America has a standard for comparing the relative value of those things that are in the material realm. We use what we refer to as the Gold Standard. For ages people of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-19

Denomination: Baptist