Sermons on Disciplined:

A New Direction Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 6, 2002

This is the 5th sermon in the series "Requirements For Revival". This sermon asks the question, "How should Christians lives?"

Sunday Morning July 7, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “Requirements For Revival” [#5] SLIDE 1 A NEW DIRECTION 2 Corinthians 5 Introduction: 1. Stand with me as we read 2 Chronicles 7:14. SLIDE 2 2. This week has been a very difficult week for the staff and the church. I said ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Drop Your Rock

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 8, 2002

JESUS DEMANDS THAT WE NOT STONE ONE ANOTHER IN JUDGMENT: WE MUST DROP OUR ROCKS!

DROP YOUR ROCK JOHN 8: 1-11 JULY 7, 2002 CASUAL DAY INTRODUCTION: GIVE ME LIBERTY!! "If we wish to be free...we must fight! I repeat it, sir, we must fight! An appeal to arms, and to the God of hosts, is all that is left us...It is vain, sir, to extenuate the matter. Gentlemen may cry, Peace, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Your Attitude Will Determine Your Altitude

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jul 9, 2002

Everyone needs an attitude adjustment now and then. Here’s some ways to get your attitude aligned!

YOUR ATTITUDE WILL DETERMINE YOUR ALTITUDE (PHIL. 4:4-8) What is attitude? Attitude is the EYE of your soul! Your attitude determines how you view life. If your attitude is negative, you will see life positively. If your attitude is positive, you will see life positively. If you have a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8, Philippians 4:4, Philippians 4:8, Philippians 2:5

Denomination: Church Of God

Sampson Sin-Drone

Contributed by Charles Grasty on Jul 17, 2002

The life of Sampson is a divine appointment with the sacraficial service for the Lord.

FBCN The Samson “Sin” drone 2-13-01 Judges 13-16 The Philistines “were ruling over Israel” (14:4b) as we begin this story because of their sin and disobedience before God. God heard their prayers by sending the Israelites the help needed in Samson. I. The Way of Samson 13:1-5 He ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Avoid Shipwreck

Contributed by David Barnes on Jul 20, 2002

Without taking the necessary precautions, even believers can find themselves spiritually shipwrecked; this sermon gives some biblical suggestions aimed at avoiding be "lost at sea".

HOW TO AVOID SHIPWRECK 1 Tim 1:18-19 INTRODUCTION: MANY BELIEVERS TODAY FIND THEMSELVES LOST AT SEA A. Individuals, corporations, and churches experience life cycles. 1. They go through growth spurts. 2. They experience flat times. 3. They can even observe slumps. B. During these cycles we may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-19, 1 Timothy 1:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Scattered Church

Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 11, 2002

God has one desire for us: to go and share the good news!

THE SCATTERED CHURCH ACTS 8: 1-8, 26-40 AUGUST 11, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Who knew it was so simple. Asking children in my Sunday school class, “If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would I get to heaven?” “NO”! The children answered. “If I cleaned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Care Of The Tongue Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Aug 19, 2002

The words that come out of our mouth only reveal what lies in the heart. The only real way to take care of a tongue problem is to allow God to change our heart.

Maybe you’ve heard the saying “What you do speaks so loudly that I can’t hear what you say.” In James 2:18, the passage we looked at last week, the brother of Jesus writes, “But someone will say, ‘You have faith; I have deeds.’ Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26, James 3:1-12, Romans 8:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Patience In The Face Of Suffering

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002

This is a sermon on James 5:7-11. It explains how we can become more patient in difficult times.

James was speaking to people in trial. It can be difficult for us to be patient esp. when suffering. I) AN ENCOURAGEMENT TO BE PATIENT Vss 7, 8 A) What is patience ? "Patience is a calm endurance based on the certain knowledge that God is in control." Vs 7,8 - ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Safest Place To Be?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 27, 2002

We study developing the manner of faithfulness to the church, and how safe it is to go to church.

THE SAFEST PLACE TO BE? Manners? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: HEBREWS 10:25 NOT FORSAKING THE ASSEMBLING OF OURSELVES TOGETHER, AS THE MANNER OF SOME IS: BUT EXTORTING ONE ANOTHER: AND SO MUCH THE MORE, AS YE SEE THE DAY APPROACHING. Read 1 Cor. 4:2 Moreover it is required ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25, 1 Corinthians 4:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making The Sacrifice That Meets The Need Series

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Aug 29, 2002

We all want to be used by God to extend His kingdom, but we first must realize that being used by Him requires great sacrifice.

Having an Effect our the Community Making Sacrifices that meet Needs John 6:1-15 I.Be ready to address the needs of the people.(1-5) A.Jesus draws the crowds. (v.1-2) 1. Why did Jesus perform miracles on the sick? a. He had a genuine concern for the sick but, b. He ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Striving For Excellence

Contributed by Kevin Newman on Aug 29, 2002

As Christians we need to re-examine why we do what we do from time to time, to make sure it is for His glory.

Introduction -- Why are we here? What and who are we living for? Before we give the same "pat" answers, we need to re-examine ourselves to be sure we are living for Christ and not for ourselves. I. The Motivation of Paul Why did Paul preach, risk his life, and give up the pleasures of this life? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Road Blocks

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 31, 2002

What road blocks hinder my progress? If we can’t identify the road block or problem, we can never correct it. Search us O, Lord!

OVER COMING ROADBLOCKS Learn to identify what THE PERSONAL OBSTACLE is!!! And overcome it. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHAT IS A ROADBLOCK? A road block is an obstruction in a path or course which prevents pasage. Something that stands in the way of achievement. A block can be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7, Luke 14:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stones And Bones

Contributed by Rex Williams on Sep 3, 2002

STONES AND BONES is a sermon directed toward encouraging people to establish mnemonic devices that will help them prepare for church services & stay focused on their personal covenant with God. A secondary purpose is to serve as an encouragement to not di

STONES AND BONES is directed toward encouraging us to establish mnemonic devices that will help us prepare for church services & stay focused on our personal covenant with God. A secondary purpose is to serve as an encouragement to not dispose of our hope in God’s promises. THE STONE OF ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:26-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pressing On Unto Perfection

Contributed by David Cambridge on Sep 9, 2002

We have been born again but we are not perfect. We know we must strive for perfection but in what areas? This lesson also shows what aids are available in our striving for perfection.

Pressing On Unto Perfection Conforming To Christ’s Image Introduction 1. Consider what it means to be ‘in Christ’: a. Those baptized into Christ have put on Christ: "For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ." (Galatians 3:27) b. Those in Christ have no ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Working For God

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Sep 12, 2002

A message designed to show Christians how they can be valuable workers in God’s kingdom.

WORKING FOR GOD II Kings 6:1-7 PURPOSE To show Christians a valid approach to working for God and encourage them to get busy. INTRODUCTION As Christians we should be busy working for the Lord. In II Kings we find some steps that will direct us into valuable kingdom work. It tells where to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist