Sermons on Differences Among Christians:

Two Keys For Avoiding Discouragement Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Aug 4, 2003

This message deals with the apostle’s encouraging words to the hebrew believers. he gave them two keys to avoiding discouragement.

TEXT: Hebrews 12:3-11 TOPIC: “Two Keys For Avoiding Discouragement” INTRODUCTION: In Larry Olsen’s Outdoor Survival Skills, he tells of a guy who has been lost in the desert for days. His water and food have long since run out. His lips are parched, and his tongue is swollen. His legs are bruised ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With The Enemy! Part 1

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 7, 2003

We have all been hit by the enemy at one time or another yet how do we deal with his attacks. The tendency is to retreat, this is a series that I hope will give you some strength and encouragement.

Dealing with the enemy! Part 1 By: Ron Crandall Introduction: This morning we shared on how the enemy comes against the believers in Christ, how the enemy first strikes at the home and marriage. Then when he has destroyed the family unit he then moves on and desires to decimate what remains of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11, Ephesians 4:14-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tempted? Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 24, 2003

tired of temptations, looking for a way out?

There is not a one of us in the room who has not been tempted to do something we know we shouldn’t. From sneaking a cookie to sneaking cash. Children instinctively respond to temptation at a young age and older people seem never to shake it. From birth to death we will always be hounded by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why We Remember To Say The Blessing

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 23, 2001

Some thoughts about why we "say grace" before the meal.

Why we remember to say the blessing By Pastor Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC June 24, 2001 Sunday School Picnic Message on Psalm 113 Intro: Gonna be having food and fun soon. We’ll say the blessing on food. But have u thought about why we say the blessing. Ps.113 is a blessing that is used by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

My 11th Message

Contributed by Germain Brown on Apr 9, 2001

"Love isn’t love until you give it away..."

MY 11TH MESSAGE THERE IS A TERM THAT IS VERY COMMONLY USED AMONG PEOPLE. THE WORD “LOVE” MAY SOMETIMES BE SAID SINCERELY OR SOMETIMES MEANINGLESS. THE SAYING: “ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS” IS VERY POPULAR. IN AN IMMENSE WAY, IT’S TRUE. LET’S READ FROM LUKE CHAPTER 11 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Steps Toward Success

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 22, 2006

1. SUCCESS STARTS FROM WHERE YOU ARE 2. SUCCESS FOLLOWS FROM WHAT YOU HAVE 3. SUCCESS ACHIEVES FROM WHAT YOU CAN

Three Steps Toward Success Judges 3:31 This verse and the few verses in chapter 5 comprise the sum total of Shamgar’s biblical biography. Before the life of Shamgar there is Ehud, a valiant left-handed judge who led the people to victory against the Moabites. Israel’s peace with the Moabites ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

9 Ways To Be Wise

Contributed by Todd Riley on Mar 18, 2006

A survey of Proverbs 16-20

Islington Baptist Church March 12, 2006 Sermon: Selected verses from Proverbs 16-20 Scripture reading: John 17:6-25 9 ways to be wise Helpful hints for approaching the book of Proverbs. (taken from an article written by Greg Parsons) Proverbs is designed to teach people how ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Can The Lord Help One Overcome Personal Lusts?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

Radio personality Paul Harvey tells the story of how an Eskimo kills a wolf. The account is grisly, yet it offers fresh insight into the consuming, self-destructive nature of sin.

How Can the Lord Help One Overcome Personal Lusts? by Paul Fritz 1 Corinthians 6:18-6:20 How Can the Lord Help One Overcome Personal Lusts? How can I control my physical desires? ILlustration:While my wife and I were shopping at a mall kiosk, a shapely young woman in a short, form-fitting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Important Words

Contributed by Mark Price on May 12, 2006

Today there are three more important words – words of urgency – and they are “LOOKING UNTO JESUS.” They are words of salvation. They are words of encouragement. They are words of direction. They are words for daily living. So let me ask you, “Who are

Introduction What power just a few simple words have. Many years ago, the Grand Trunk Railroad sponsored a contest for a phrase to put on a sign at a railroad crossing. Many entries were sent in, as there was a $2,500.00 prize for the winning entry. There were various phrases, some long, some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: *other

The Bottom Line

Contributed by John Beehler on Sep 24, 2001

We are stewards of God’s property and, as stewards, will be held accountable for our managing of what has been entrusted to us.

The Bottom Line For obvious reasons, this is Jesus’ most difficult parable. How could Jesus use such an obviously dishonest man as an example for His disciples? I think God uses evil things ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Increasing In Love

Contributed by Keith Bowman on Dec 7, 2006

We as Christians are called to increase in our love for others, but we are not always successful in loving others. Thus, we need to return to the source of love Jesus Christ.

A surprising report. Paul received a surprising report from Timothy God’s love had worked miracles in the town of Thessalonica. God’s love in Christ was so great that it over came the hardship of persecution in Thessalonica when Paul was there. because he only spent a little time with them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Joy Of God's Message

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Dec 16, 2006

Some messages bring joy and some do not. I remember a 13 year old boy standing in his mothers front room and looking out her window at the weather, it was late November or early December and watching it rain and snow, sleet and thinking what a gloomy day

The Joy of God’s Message Some messages bring joy and some do not. I remember a 13 year old boy standing in his mothers front room and looking out her window at the weather, it was late November or early December and watching it rain and snow, sleet and thinking what a gloomy day. Suddenly a green ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Worship

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Dec 23, 2006

Beloved there is no greater JOY then we find our savior and Lord and worship Him for who he is. Let us encourage every one who is looking by truly enjoying this time of year with all it’s meaning, Jesus was born, God has kept His promise.

The JOY of Worship A visitor in a small Southern town comes across a beautiful Nativity scene. It was obvious that great skill and talent had gone into creating it. One small feature bothers the man - the three wise men are wearing firefighters helmets. Unable to come up with a reason or an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Model Neighbor

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008

Most people have lost the Biblical concept of neighbor, while they crave to have such neighbors. The sermons argues that it start with you.

THE MODEL NEIGHBOR Leviticus 19:9-18 One of the things I use to like about the apartment I lived for most of my life was the neighbors. We had good neighbors and some of the boys continue to be my friends to this day. Having good neighbors is something everybody likes and appreciates. Currently, ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral

Contributed by Randall Newman on Dec 29, 2007

Funeral of a Christian

Funeral: Xxxxx Xxxxx Thursday, December 27, 2007 On behalf of the family, I want to thank you for the flowers and words of sympathy and your presence here today as we show our respect to Xxxxx Xxxxx. She was Preceded in Death by: Husband: Xxxxx, Sr. Daughter: Xxxxx Survived by: Daughter: ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Church Of God