Sermons on Disciples Frightened:

They Supply What Is Lacking

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

We need to openly receive from Christians of all types in order to attain true fullness in Christ.

"Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you again and supply what is lacking in your faith." (1Th 3:10, NIV) National characteristics are often reflected in the faith of Christians from different cultural backgrounds. For instance, believers from China are remarkable on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Study The Word To Avoid The Absurd

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

There are all kinds of teaching available to us today, but God's Word will keep us from getting trapped and wrapped up in teaching that is contradictory to His Truth.

STUDY THE WORD To Avoid The Absurd 1 Timothy 4:1-11 He was born deep in the heart of Texas, San Antonio to be exact. His daddy was a preacher who had a gift for communicating God's Word, and the people would come from near and far to hear him Sunday after Sunday. The family moved from San ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baby Steps

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

Just as a mother encourages her child to walk, God encourages us to grow spiritually.

Therefore if you died with Christ from the basic principles of the world, why do you subject yourself to regulations as if you still belonged to this world? You say, "Don’t touch this! Don’t eat that! Don’t handle that!" You are entirely preoccupied with perishable things. Your commandments ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For The Whole Body

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

A true servant serves not only for his own sake but for the sake oof the whole body of Christ.

Introduction: “One for all and all for one.” Outline: TIMOTHY: I. SERVING FOR THE INTEREST OF THE WHOLE BODY, 19-24 A. Man of dedication (Looking for the welfare of the church), 19-21—“a genuine interest in your welfare” B. Man of integrity (Doing what he pledge to do), 22-24—“Proved ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship, Ministry & Mission Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 5, 2006

Relfecting Christ to the world around us through living out our calling.

EPIC-11/9/03-40 Days-Discipleship, Ministry & Mission Metaphor of the mirror-reflect X, His glory, character, attitude, nature. Purpose Clip-40 days Purpose that gives us hope Purpose that gives us passion Purpose that gives us reason to live Purpose that gives life meaning Must discover our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-17

Denomination: *other

Lead On, O King Eternal Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

Where is God when you "can’t believe your ears"? When He is leading you, are you prepared to follow, no matter the cost?

Texts: Genesis 24:34-38, 42-51, 58-67; Matthew 11:25-30 Date: Sunday, July 7, 2002 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell I couldn’t believe my ears. It was the fall of 2000, almost 2 years ago. Melody and I were sitting in the dining room at 471 Old Ocean House Road , with boxes piled all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:34-67

Denomination: Nazarene

You Can Talk The Talk But Can You Walk The Walk Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 7, 2006

This is the 4th sermon in the series "Momma Says..."

Series: Momma Says… (James)[#4] YOU CAN TALK THE TALK BUT CAN YOU WALK THE WALK? James 1:19-25 Introduction: [For this sermon, don’t comb your hair, make sure your clothes don’t match, etc…] Talk is cheap. It is easy to tell people things; but to prove it, that is a different story. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Winners With A Weakness Series

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Dec 9, 2006

YOU THINK GOD CAN NOT AND DOES NOT WANT TO USE YOU BECAUSE OF CHARACTER FLAWS, WELL GUESS AGAIN. JESUS USED A GROUP OF MEN WITH FLAWS TO EXPAND THE KINGDOM. LET’S EXPLORE . . .

II CORINTHIANS 12:7-10 WINNERS WITH A WEAKNESS . . . 1976 FILM BAD NEWS BEARS FEATURING COACH MORRIS BUTTERMAKER (BILLY BOB THORNTON) WHO IS RECRUITED TO COACH THE BEARS, A WOEFULLY INEPT LITTLE LEAGUE TEAM CONSISTING OF 12 MISFITS TO A CHAMPIONSHIP AGAINST THEIR HATED RIVALS, THE YANKEES. THIS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Week 1 "From Doing To Being” Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 10, 2006

The small shifts that make a big change in your life! This is a 13 week sermon series.

Seismic Shifts Session 1 “From Doing to Being” RBW (inspired from “seismic shifts” book) Introduction: + Seismic Promo Video Clip Congregational Reading: (Have them stand and read) + Psalm 139:13-16 (NIV) 13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. 14 I praise ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Bible Church

Week 2 "From Somberness To Celebration” Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 10, 2006

Week 2 of 13

Seismic Shifts Session 2 “From Somberness to Celebration” RBW (inspired from “seismic shifts” book) Introduction: + Seismic Promo Video Clip “Happy endings” clips (5mins) + Q: What did these clips have in common? Happy Endings. We love happy endings. Don’t we? But, if you’re like me you hate ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18

Denomination: Bible Church

Week 3 "From Me To God” Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 10, 2006

Week 3 of 13

Seismic Shifts Session 3 “From Me to God” RBW (inspired from “seismic shifts” book) Introduction: + Seismic Promo Video Clip Congregational Reading: +Isaiah 6:1-3 (NIV) 1 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted, and the train of his robe filled the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Bible Church

Week 4 "From Snacking To Feasting” Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 10, 2006

Week 4 of 13

Seismic Shifts Session 4 “From Snacking to Feasting” RBW (inspired from “seismic shifts” book) Introduction: +Short Seismic Shift intro clip +Star Trek Intro Clip: Congregational Reading: + James 1:22-25 (NIV) Let’s now go where no man has gone before on a regular enough basis, the Word of God. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Bible Church

Week 5 "From Monologue To Dialogue” Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 10, 2006

Week 5 of 13

Seismic Shifts Session 5 “From Monologue to Dialogue” RBW (inspired from “seismic shifts” book) Introduction: +Drama: (Rick Crass / Cassie Davis) +Short Seismic Shift intro clip I wonder if this conversation we just watched resembles many of our prayer lives. Where God is just waiting to meet with ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-6

Denomination: Bible Church

Week 6 "From Rushing To Slowing” Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 10, 2006

Week 6 of 13

Seismic Shifts Session 6 “From Rushing to Slowing” RBW (inspired from “seismic shifts” book) + Congregational Reading: Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV) 28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Bible Church

¿serás Tú? Series

Contributed by Jose Vega on Dec 12, 2006

A pesar de que en el libro de Ester no se menciona del nombre de Dios, su presencia, providencia, y protección están presentes...

Tema: MISIONES Lugar: IBD Texto: Ester 4:14-16 Fecha: 11-12-06 Título: ¿SERÄS TÚ? INTRODUCCIÓN • Algunos de ustedes en estos días han podido ir a ver la película “One night with the King” • Que relata la historia bíblica de Ester. • Comentaristas dicen que la película está ajustada a la ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist