Sermons on Diligent:

How To Study The Bible

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Oct 30, 2001

As a believer how important is it to study the Bible? What if you don’t know how to do it? Pastor Steve shares in this message principles of Bible study.

INTRODUCTION Bible study is very important for all believers. It is the very means by which you are equipped for God’s work. It is not just for those called to vocational ministry but for all believers. 2 Timothy 2:15 says, "Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Six Basic Needs Of The Unsaved

Contributed by Ronnie Mutina on Dec 28, 2005

Every person needs to know information about how they can be saved.

THE SIX BASIC NEEDS OF THE UNSAVED Acts 16:25 – 31 INTRODUCTION A. This passage, we are looking at today, has some great meaning in it. 1. We could talk about the faithfulness of Paul and Silas. 2. We could talk about the power of prayer and how God answers them. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

"I'm Not A Used Car Salesman!"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jun 12, 2007

I’ve got a deal for you today! There are ten "sale’s pitches" that can be found in this text. Ten reasons to come to Christ!

Introduction: “I’ve got a deal for you today!” Every Wednesday night the praise team of Church has a rehearsal time as we go over the music for the coming Sunday morning. Our music director, Dan Iams, is young in the Lord, and I have tried to teach him many of the old hymns and new choruses. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Anticipating His Return

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 28, 2008

The anticipation of Christ’s return is a vital encouragement to live holy and seek to do God’s will.

ANTICIPATING HIS RETURN Text: John 14:3, "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." Intro: (Per Sandra Jean Pathik) ...read more

Scripture: John 14:3

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Promises From Psalms 103

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 6, 2009

This portion of Psalms 103 is rich with the promises of God and in this outline we are listing some of them so that in our daily walk with God, we can appropriate them and walk in faith and victory. As we praise and love the Lord He wants us to remember a

God’s Promises from Psalms 103 Psalms 103:1-12 (KJV) 1 Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. 2 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: 3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; 4 Who redeemeth thy life from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-12

What The Word Means To The Church

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Mar 18, 2009

The Importance of the Word of God to the Church

What The Word Means to The Church Mark 2:1-2 Introduction: When we come to church, we are not going to share a message with you, but to proclaim the Good News of the Gospel. Were not gathering to sing, were not here to see who is here. Were not hereto see what your wearing, but here to see what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

More Than Conquerors: Lesson 4 Conquering Your Dream

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 5, 2009

How obstacles and trials can help lead us to our dream.

A. REHEARSE THE PAST: JOSHUA 14:6-15 1. Dreams keep us alive. Caleb reminded Joshua. “As it was in my heart” (14:7). 2. God usually shows you a dream long before you get it. “Moses swore on that day . . . surely the land on which your foot has trodden shall be your inheritance” ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

He Calls You To A Whole New Life

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Jan 7, 2009

As we say goodbye to one year and hello to another, should we make plans and set goals or leave it up to God?

He Calls You to a Whole New Life: To a New Whole Life Michael Wiley December 28, 2008 Proverbs 6:6; 16:3; 21:5 Introduction: We come to the end of another year. It is time to look back, and reflect. What changes have occurred in 2008? Loss of job, new job? Etc.. We said goodbye to my mother in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying For One Another

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 27, 2009

What Prayer Can Do For Others.

A. WHAT PRAYER CAN DO FOR OTHERS “Pray for one another” (James 5:16). 1. You can help people in trouble. “Man who is born of woman is of few days and full of trouble” (Job 14:1). “Peter was therefore kept in prison, but constant prayer was offered to God for him by the church” (Acts ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Love Deal

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 18, 2009

Our society confuses LOVE and LUST. Unlike lust, God’s kind of love is directed toward others, not inward toward ourselves. This kind of love goes against our natural inclinations. It is natural to love them that love us, but it is supernatural to love th

Opening illustration: Newspaper columnist and minister George Crane tells of a wife who came into his office full of hatred toward her husband. "I do not only want to get rid of him, I want to get even. Before I divorce him, I want to hurt him as much as he has me." Dr. Crane suggested an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Live Like There Is No Tomorrow! Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008

How can we live like there is no tomorrow? Today the apostle Peter is going to answer that question by reminding us to keep doing four things to be sure that we won’t be ashamed when the end does come.

Live like there is no tomorrow! Am October 19th 2008 1 Peter 4:7-11 Introduction Some years ago Willie Day Smith, a Dallas radio preacher, made a startling announcement: the rapture was to occur on April 1, 1980, around two o’clock in the afternoon. Smith was quoted as saying: “Things are coming ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Get Ahead Of God! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 28, 2008

When we take action or make a decision but neglect the power of God, we are actually revealing our lack of faith.

Getting ahead of God will bring troubles! If I asked the question, do you believe in an all powerful God? Many of us will raise our hands, wouldn’t we? But if I asked, do you always take action and make decisions based on your belief in an all powerful God? Not too many of us will raise our hands, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don't Throw Away Your Shield!

Contributed by Lark Lewis on Nov 8, 2008

Every Christian is born a warrior: it is his destiny to be assaulted; it is his duty to attack.

Don’t Throw Away Your Shield! 2 Samuel 1:21 Ye mountains of Gilboa, let there be no dew, neither let there be rain, upon you, nor fields of offerings: for there the shield of the mighty is vilely cast away, the shield of Saul, as though he had not been anointed with oil. Hebrews 10:35-39 Cast ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35-39

Denomination: Apostolic

Foundational Truth 4 (Wk.5) Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 10, 2008

A look at the foundational truths of the Christian faith which must be wholly understood before believers can move on to maturity in Christ. This one focuses on "the laying on of hands (Part 1)".

Dakota Community Church November 9, 2008 Foundational Truth 4 (Week 5) Hebrews 5:11-14 We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to learn. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

How To Earn The Respect Of Others Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 24, 2008

Why is it that some Christians are respected by those around them, and some are not? Solomon gives us some concrete ways to earn the respect of others.

1. Illus. of Aretha Franklin • The Queen of R & B music. • One of her best known hits? “RESPECT” • “R-e-s-p-e-c-t, find out what it means to me…” 2. We aren’t all famous singers (like Aretha and me), but we all want a little respect, don’t we? We all want to feel that people recognize and respect ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:7

Denomination: Baptist