Sermons on Distinct:

Who Can Hear God's Voice? Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Apr 22, 2002

Is there a spiritual elite that hear from God?

I am indebted tremendously to Jack Deere for bringing clarity to these ideas. His book is entitled, Surprised By the Voice of God. It is available from local bookstores or online at www.Christianbook.com if you would like to read more about this subject. This morning I bring you the last ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith That Guides, Lessons From Moses Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Apr 29, 2002

How does God lead us?

Faith that Guides - Lessons from Moses Hebrews 11: 24-28 The story is told of a small town in which there were no liquor stores. Eventually, however, a nightclub was built right on Main Street. Members of one of the churches in the area were so disturbed that they conducted several all-night ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sing Like You Are Supposed To

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 30, 2002

We sing to the Lord!

SING LIKE YOU ARE SUPPOSED TO Ephesians 5:19 S: Music Th: Prayer: A Passion for His Presence Pr: WE SING TO THE LORD! ?: How? KW: Expressions TS: We will find in our study of Scripture, and specifically Ephesians 5:19, three expressions of how we sing to the Lord. The ____ expression of how we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19

Denomination: Baptist

"Christ's Words.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 3, 2002

May 9, 2002 -- THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD Ephesians 1:15-23 Title: “Christ’s words.” Color: White

May 9, 2002 -- THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD Ephesians 1:15-23 Title: “Christ’s words.” Color: White The message of this section of the letter is: continue to continue. After sketching the entire history of God’s dealings with humanity, really praising God for sending Christ and his Spirit, the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus The Priest Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

Jesus has bridged the gap between us and God and has made a way for us to come before God and worship Him

Jesus The Priest: “Portraits of Christ” series: Hebrews 4:14-16 Jan. 26/27, 2002 – Steve Simala Grant Intro: I know we have heard a lot already this morning, and experienced a wide range of emotions. We heard from Matt, one of our pastors and friends, who has felt God leading him to resign ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Chosen Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

The greatness of God and His choice of us

Chosen ¡V Eph. 1:1-6 Steve Simala Grant ¡V July 15, 2001 When I was growing up, we used to play a lot of street hockey with kids in the neighborhood. I always liked to be the goalie, probably because then I didn¡¦t have to run around so much. I like sports, especially if I can just stand in one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Sealed Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

The work of the Holy Spirit in sealing us for salvation

Sealed ¡V Eph. 1:13-14 Steve Simala Grant ¡V July 29, 2001 Intro: I want to ask you a question to begin. Do you believe God speaks today? Do you believe that He still desires to communicate with us, that He still longs to talk with and to us? I do ¡V with all my heart. Today as we turn to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

How The Catholic Church Crisis Impacts You & Me

Contributed by Alan Scott on Jun 27, 2002

The moral failure of the priesthood within the Catholic Church points us to look at the priesthood of all believers and how we can avoid the same pitfalls.

“How The Catholic Church Crisis Impacts You & Me” 6/23/02 ACC Alan Scott C.T. – The moral failure of the priesthood within the Catholic Church points us to look at the priesthood of all believers and how we can avoid the same pitfalls. Text – I Samuel 1, 2, & 3; I Peter 5:9 INTRO: There is an ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Health Care Reform- Jesus Style

Contributed by Rich Hadley on Jun 28, 2002

In light of today’s church--- In light of today’s epidemic of sin The question goes out--- Is there a doctor in the house?

Matthew 9:9-13 "Healthcare Reform—Jesus Style" Once upon a time There was a king. A tribal chief. He was angry about the "white" influence in that region. He decided that only medical personnel could remain. Everybody else had to go. Teachers...missionaries...merchants... They all had to go. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Holiness

By Submitting Series

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 25, 2002

Facing life by submitting to God, authorities, wives and spouses

Sermon: Surviving the Drought by Being Submissive I Peter 3:8-12 September 22, 2002 I. Introduction A. Weather Report B. But it takes more to survive a drought then a few days of rain. It takes perseverance and change, lifestyle changes. We don’t know how long this drought is going to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Shadow Of Death"

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Oct 2, 2002

A biblical look at what is perhaps one of the most mysterious phenomena ever pondered by mankind; death.

**This is a sermon-not a bible study. If you would like more in-depth information on this subject or would prefer an on-line bible study, please feel free to contact me through Sermon Central. Dwight Davis “The Shadow of Death” I remember when I was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Genesis 2:15-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Dear Editor: Someone Is Trying To Pull The Wool Over Your Eyes

Contributed by Rich Hadley on Oct 14, 2002

Abundant life comes through Jesus alone. Jesus’ way is the way of sacrifice and service.

John 10:1 "I tell you the truth, the man who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of his sheep. 3The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Submit To One Another Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Oct 30, 2002

Submitting to one another is not a matter of law, but of liberty. It is not the chain of bondage we tend to make it out to be. Rather, it is the triumph of one who has been set free.

You are Free to Submit to One Another Ephesians 5:21-6:9 Pastor Jim Luthy In our study of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, we have learned the importance of pursuing understanding and receiving grace. Those who understand the blessings we have in Christ and have received the grace to proclaim him, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will Anyone Get Out Of The Boat When They See You?

Contributed by Cedric Portis on Nov 30, 2002

Jesus calls us to be light to the world. When others look at you do they see the light of Jesus or do they see the darkness of this dying world.

Will anyone get out of the Boat when they see you? Minister Cedric Portis 12/01/02 Matthew 14:22 And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. Matthew 14:23 And when he had sent the multitudes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Missions: To Where Christ Is Not Known Series

Contributed by B. D. B Moses on Dec 1, 2002

Paul’s ambition was, "to preach the gospel, where Christ was not known." That was his call and his passion. We now need pioneer missionaries to take the Gospel to the truly frontier people groups.

In 1998 there was a celebration in India. It was the occasion of the twenty-five-year, silver anniversary, of the mission hospital. The president of the Mission Board came as the keynote speaker. There was also an array of guests related to the history of the hospital who came for the occasion. One ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:19-21, Isaiah 52:15

Denomination: Baptist