Sermons on Distinct:

Among Us

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 3, 2007

Realizing that Jesus stands among us can cause us to rejoice or recoil in fear.

Luke 7:7 – 11 Among Us Intro: One of my favorite TV programs is “Ghost Whisperer.” A young woman named Melinda Gordan can see spirits of dead people. The “spirits” are trapped here because they have some unresolved issue. I find fascinating the various reactions of people when Melinda tells ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Home With A Difference

Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007

The Home that God intent

Sermon Scripture: 2 Kings 4:817, especially verse 10 A Home with a Difference Introduction: Our Scripture today features a well-heeled middle class couple, who seem to have everything: a large house, a secure income, a happy marriage, and all of their material needs met. Their home is an example ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritually Pure Church Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 31, 2007

What defines a spiritually pure church? Paul uses Colossians 3 to expound on how changed lives and a new standard of excellence create a purity in the church that is pleasing to God.

The Spiritually Pure Church Colossians 3:1-17 I. Different Demands on Your Life (v. 1-4) a. New perception (v. 1-2) i. Vision like the Spirit (Romans 8:5) ii. Obstacle without it (Matthew 16:23) b. Reasons for the new demands (v. 3-4) i. Death of the old nature (Romans 6:2, 11; 1 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Peter's Restoration

Contributed by Sam Peters on Feb 27, 2007

This was a devotion given at a youth event aimed at forgiveness and restoration.

Peter’s Restoration It would be so nice for us to call a time-out and get the chance to correct our mistakes, wouldn’t it? I accepted Christ on October 3rd, 1977. I attended church with a number of people that appeared on the outside to have their act together. They carried their Bibles everyday. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Seven Sins Sneaking Into The Sancutuary Part 1: Social Acceptances Series

Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Mar 10, 2007

This is sin one in a series that deals with common sins in the church and in the lives of " Christians". It deals with clothing, movies, drinking, and gambling.

SEVEN SINS SNEAKING INTO THE SANCUTUARY Part 1: Social Acceptances TEXT: I Peter 4:17 “For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God…” I. Clothing Appearance makes a social statement of our view of life and how we would like those around us to interact with us – tramp, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

What God Has Done For Me

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on May 6, 2007

This message shows what God has done for us through salvation in Jesus Christ.

What the God has done for Me Psalm 40.1-3 The first thing I want us to see in the text tonight, is the FACT OF SIN—“Out of an horrible pit.” I don’t suppose anyone knows the exact ingredients of sin. But Sin is the failure to do the whole will of God. 1 John 3.4 says, “Sin is the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Persistence: Keep On Keeping On

Contributed by Ed Wood on Apr 6, 2007

A message on encouragement.

PERSISTENCE: KEEP ON KEEPING ON Luke 18:1-8; Acts 14:22 Galatians 6:9; Hebrews 12:1 INTRO: One of the elements that ought to be present in the Christian life-style is persistence. To persist means in contemporary jargon “to avoid burnout.” It means to continue in the cause, to remain, to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 17, 2007

Baptism is an amazing picture of three things

Matthew 28:19 Baptist Distinctives: Baptism Introduction A. Matthew 28:19 B. Though baptism is a subject we don’t often discuss, it is one that raises questions in our minds. (Work through PP questions & pictures) C. Historically few things so controversial as baptism: John the Baptist, infant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Baptist

Foundations Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Sep 22, 2007

As Christians, we walk by faith and not by sight. Our level of faith is increased by the amount of time we spend in the Word of God. There is a direct correlation between the two. Faith is a lifestyle; it is who we are and what we do. Faith is like our DN

Introduction § As Christians, we walk by faith and not by sight. § Our level of faith is increased by the amount of time we spend in the Word of God. There is a direct correlation between the two. § Faith is a lifestyle; it is who we are and what we do. Faith is like our DNA. § When we walk by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Altar

Contributed by Richard Reid on Oct 20, 2006

Where is my Altar?

The Altar Psalms 43:4 10/17/06 Then I will go to the altar of God, to God, my exceeding joy. I will praise you on the harp, God, my God. The word altar is mentioned 322 times in the bible. When the “Judgment Seat of Christ” is set, the rewards will not cover the “world’s best singers” or the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Early Christmas Present

Contributed by W F on Nov 5, 2006

The fulfilment of the Christmas prophecies can fill us with hope and confidence

INTRODUCTION If you complain that the Christmas hype seems to start earlier and earlier each year, then spare a thought for poor Micah. Micah saw the first Christmas coming 700 years before Mary and Joseph ever arrived in Bethlehem to find no room in the Inn! That’s right. 700 years before Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:1-5

Denomination: *other

Six Ways To Discern Between God's Voice And That Of Satan. Part 3 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 12, 2007

Discerning the difference between the voice of God and Satan’s. This message list six ways in which to tell the voice of God from the voice of the devil.

Discerning between the voice of God & the voice of Satan Series: Can you recognize the voice of God? Part 3 Text: Heb. 1:1-2 Review: 1. God has given us the Bible to test all revelation that we receive Discerning the voice of God and the voice of Satan. 1. God speaks deep within ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-2

Denomination: Mennonite

Those Who Mourn Series

Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Oct 28, 2003

Following "brokenness" (Poor in Spirit) comes the natural response of "mourning."

“Those who Mourn” Matthew 5:4 Review: The Sermon on the Mount is a Constitution -- guidelines. The Beatitudes define TRUE HAPPINESS The term “blessed” literally means “approved.” True Happiness comes when one receives God’s approval. The fundamental question that everyone who reads the Sermon on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Baptist

A Strike At His Identity Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2003

1st in a three part series on the three occassions Jesus spoke about His death on the way to Jerusalem

THREE STRIKES AND HE’S OUT! A STRIKE AT HIS IDENTITY EASTER SERIES – 2003 Luke 9:18-27,Matt 16:21-23 INTRODUCTION: Baseball games are wonderful pass-time events. The excitement is sudden, the hot dogs tastes better (even at prices that stop your heart), and there is probably no other sport which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27, Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Doctrine And The Christian Life

Contributed by James H Boyd on Feb 20, 2003

In this article, I want to look at what the Bible itself says about doctrine, and present a balanced look at the vital role that Bible doctrine plays in the Christian life.

Jesus answered them and said "My doctrine is not mine, but His that sent me." (John 7:16) But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine. (Titus 2:1) Mention the word "doctrine" among church circles, and you will get a variety of different responses. On one hand, there are those who treat ...read more

Scripture: John 7:16, Titus 2:1

Denomination: Charismatic