Sermons on Disciplines Simplicity: showing 1,291-1,305 of 23,270

The Purpose Of Authority Series

Contributed by Michael Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

This series deals with how to properly honor the authorities in our life.

Honoring Authority The Purpose of Authority Opening Statement This can be a very touchy subject due to the misuse of authority by people with wrong motivations. Or, it can be taken as a means to set oneself up on a pedestal. This series is about neither. It is about teaching what Godly authority ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Charismatic

4 Old Testament Examples Of Dishonoring Authority Series

Contributed by Michael Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

This series deals with how to properly honor authority in our lives.

Honoring Authority Old Testament Examples of Dishonoring Authority Definitions Honoring authority is to respect and value those in authority over you because of the influence and responsibility they carry for your life. Opening Thoughts/Review Romans 13:1 „h Every person alive is under some ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Denomination: Charismatic

Pratical Ways To Honor Authority Series

Contributed by Michael Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

this series deals with how to honor authorities within our lives.

Honoring Authority, part 3 Practical Ways of Honoring Authority Definitions Honoring authority is to respect and value those in authority over you because of the influence and responsibility they carry for your life. Opening Review Romans 13:1 „h Every person alive is under some type of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Denomination: Charismatic

It Is Finished...or Is It?

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 24, 2000

This Easter message encourages 'new life' for those who are simply ready to 'give up the ghost!'

I. Jesus Reached the Finish Line – Text: John 17:1-5 A. Jesus had, once and for all, completed His work – vs. 4, “I have finished the work which You have given Me to do.” B. Jesus had just spoken, in John 4:34, that it was His “food” (or KJV says “meat”) was to do the will of the One who sent ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Basic Aeronautics And The Blessings Of Christian Unity

Contributed by Joseph Ng on Nov 26, 2000

A study of pitch, roll, and yaw in the New Testament church.

0003 BASIC AERONAUTICS AND THE BLESSINGS OF CHRISTIAN UNITY Colossians, 1 Corinthians, & Galatians Theme: Inattention to the different forces acting upon Christianity puts to risk the unity of the saints. (MIRRORED AT http://meltingpot.fortunecity.com/alexandra/849/0003.htm ) Opening: It was ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-18, 1 Corinthians 1:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Watchful Heart

Contributed by John Vella on Nov 29, 2000

Staying awake to the spiritual.

Seeds for Sowing, Vol. V, Issue 1, No. 1 First Sunday of Advent - Year C December 3, 2000 Readings: * Jer. 33:14-16 * Thess.3:2 - 4:2 * Lk. 21:25-28, 34-36 A Watchful Heart Watching Yourself In our Gospel reading, Jesus tells us to watch ourselves. Have you ever tried to watch yourself? It’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Catholic

Fasting - Is It Biblical For Today?

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 29, 2000

Is fasting Biblical for the Church Age believer, especially the way so many Christians practice it?

FASTING - IS IT BIBLICAL FOR TODAY? (Matthew 6:17-18) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/fasting.html] SCRIPTURAL REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING FASTING: In Matthew 6:16-17, Jesus condemned the Pharisees because they fasted in a way that showed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:17-18, Matthew 9:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Footwashing - Example Or Ritual?

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 29, 2000

Footwashing was an EXAMPLE for believers to follow, not a ritual to observe like the Lord’s Table!

FOOT WASHING - EXAMPLE OR RITUAL? (John 13:3-17) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/footwash.html] The Bible does NOT command New Testament believers to observe foot washing as a Church ritual. 1. The washing of the apostles’ feet by ...read more

Scripture: John 13:3-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In My Flesh Dwellesth No Good Thing

Contributed by Lauran Webb on Dec 1, 2000

This sermon talks about the stuggle of our fleshly nature. It is up to us to get our body in agreement with our spirit, once we become born again.

The word flesh in the Bible is seen often and used vaious ways. The word flesh is "basor" in Hebrew and "sorx" in Greek. The most significant use of the word flesh is made by paul when he refers to the unregenrated person. He says in romans 7:14 " I am fleshly." It is not just a part of his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:18, Ephesians 2:15

Denomination: *other

Stop, Thief! Take It All!

Contributed by Dan Dunn on Dec 2, 2000

We are called to be "ready disciples," accountable for our living in such a way that we will ready for the Second Coming of Christ, no matter when it takes place.

"Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come. But understand this: If the owner of the house had known at what time of night the thief was coming, he would have kept watch and would not have let his house be broken into. So you also must be ready, because the Son ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Methodist

Cares Of This World

Contributed by Eugene Sowers on Dec 4, 2000

We sometimes let the cares of this world distract us from the spiritual battle.

John 13:33-37 Intro: As believers, the cares of this world should be left in this world, not carried around with us. When I talk about cares of this world I am not talking about the caring for the salvation of others. I am talking about the troubles of this world that cause pain, affliction, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:33-37

Denomination: *other

A Bad Hair Day

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 5, 2000

What to do when it seems everything is going wrong

ROM.8:28 "WHAT TO REMEMBER WHEN YOU’RE HAVING A BAD HAIR DAY" A) Story of an Indian lying in the middle of the road with his ear pressed to the ground. * The Indian was mumbling these words: "Truck, Chevy truck, Chevy pick up truck, Large tires, Man driving, German shepherd in front seat, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Spots In Your Feasts Of Charity

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 5, 2000

To show that we are not at all perfect people

JUDE 8 - 13 "SPOTS IN YOUR FEASTS OF CHARITY" * A lot of people back in the old days would gather together in homes and worship God. * They called this "Feasts of Charity." * Well, God looked through the roof of this home, and He saw spots! * Your Pastor would like to say that Faith Church is ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Hour Of Power

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 10, 2000

Each hour in the parable of the householder has a particular significance in your Christian experience.

The day in Jewish times was divided into two twelve hour periods. 6:00AM-6:00PM(day) and 6:00PM-6:00AM(night). We can see the hours of the day in this parable as milestones in the Christian’s experience. 1.First Hour-The Hour of Resurrection Power(Mk. 16:2) A. Death of the flesh-alive to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Adventurous Living

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 14, 2000

Life is an adventure and we can learn how to make the most of it through Christ.

Turn to Joshua 3, I want to talk to you about adventurous living, having an adventurous life. Joshua 3: Early in the morning Joshua and all the Israelites set out from Shittim and went to the Jordan, where they camped before crossing over. After three days the officers went throughout the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:4

Denomination: Pentecostal