Sermons on Divine Direction:

How To Deal With Negative Emotions

Contributed by William Brown on May 16, 2002

BIBLICAL STEPS ON HOW TO DEAL WITH ANGER AND OTHER NEGATIVE EMOTIONS.

HOW TO DEAL WITH NEGATIVE EMOTION How many feel if we are prayed up and walking with the lord and just had our devotions that we wouldn’t get angry? If a person is where they need to be spiritually will they be getting angry? Is it wrong to be angry? Did Jesus ever get angry? To ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Running On Empty Series

Contributed by Chris Talton on May 20, 2002

By turning water into wine, Jesus was renewing the supply so the party could continue. In our lives, Jesus wants to change us so that our supply of joy can last forever.

May 19, 2002 John 2:1-11 “Running on empty” INTRODUCTION In every marriage ceremony, there is always at least one mistake. A young couple, very much in love, were getting married. Sue, the wife to be, was very nervous about the big occasion and so the pastor chose one verse that he ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002

Four examples of prayer from the early church.

Intro: A bus driver and a minister were standing in line to get into heaven. The bus driver approached the gate and St. Peter said, "Welcome, I understand you were a bus driver. Since I’m in charge of housing, I believe I have found the perfect place for you. See that mansion over the hilltop? It’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Pray

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 10, 2001

Let’s allow the Master Teacher to teach us as He taught His disciples how to pray.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. Suppose that I should call you up tomorrow morning about 10:00, after you have been working for a couple of hours or so, & asked you, "Have you prayed yet today?" How would you respond to that? Would you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed Or Cursed: It's Your Choice

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 16, 2001

The contrast between unity and disunity in the Body of Christ

Tonight, we are going to take a look at two contrasting sections of Scriptures. One set of verses which can lead you to blessings and the other set which carry with them a curse. It is all an issue of integrity. It is not uncommon in our world today to see people try to compromise on ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Not Harps And Halos Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 19, 2001

Plain talk about the "intermediate state" (between death and resurrection) for people investigating the Christian faith.

Mother’s Day is an appropriate time to mention the fact that that no matter how prepared we think they are for parenthood, we’re never really ready. Somehow all the books, seminars and advice can’t prepare you for those dirty diaper blow outs, or those embarrassing grocery store tantrums, or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Devil Suggested It; He Didn¡¦t (And Can¡¦t) Make You Do It! Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 19, 2001

Christian Survivor Series - Living Godly in a Godless World - Helping us understand why we do what we do, even when we don¡¦t want to do it -- and the spiritual strength resources we have to help overcome in our times of temptation.

The Devil SUGGESTED It; He Didn¡¦t (and Can¡¦t) MAKE You Do It! (Christian Survivor Series; Living Godly in a Godless World) James 1.12-18 January 21, 2001 I¡¦m not thrilled with Fox TV Network. They promised to clean up their act after the prime time fiasco, Who Wants To Marry a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Back To The Future Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 22, 2001

Three consequnces of living between Christ’s first and second coming.

Several years ago my mom and late stepfather were hiking back from some hot springs in the desert when they decided to take a shortcut back to their car. That shortcut ended up getting them hopelessly lost in the desert. With the blazing heat beating down on them and with no food or water, slowly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow The Instructions

Contributed by Kent Hawkins on Jan 23, 2001

God’s Plan of Salvation

Follow The Instructions I remember getting my first model for Christmas when I was 8 or 9 yrs old. On t/outside, top & all 4 sides, picture this beautiful car. Was 1967 Corvette (new at t/time). Inside box, set of instructions. #1, identify all parts - who needs to do that? I’m putting wrong ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19, Acts 2:36-39

Before You Eat

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Jan 28, 2001

I got concerned that every time I took communion, I might be risking my life. What would happen if I ate the bread or drank the cup in an "unworthy manner"?

Teddy Roosevelt, the man who would become the 26th President of the United States, was afraid to go to church when he was a child because of a creature he called "The Zeal." His mother eventually realized the reason for Teddy’s fear was a Scripture verse he had heard the pastor read, John 2:17, "It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Gifts Go On

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Jan 28, 2001

We will explore what Paul teaches about spiritual gifts. I think a great deal of controversy could have been avoided on this topic if people would have simply studied this a little more closely.

Church conflicts happen for pretty unusual reasons. In the 1890s there was a small Baptist church in Mayfield County, Kentucky. The church had just two deacons, and those two men seemed to be constantly arguing and bickering with each other. On a particular Sunday, one deacon put up a small wooden ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-13, 1 Corinthians 12:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Tongues: A Controversial Gift

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Jan 28, 2001

I know there is sometimes mistrust between Christians who speak in tongues and those who do not. My desire is that this sermon might help us get over some of that so that we can grow in love for each other.

Chisholm 1st Baptist Church Email: revdan@cpinternet.com 218-254-3307 Go to Outline Pastor Dan Erickson’s Weekly Message 1 Corinthians 14:1-25 "TONGUES: A CONTROVERSIAL GIFT" January 7, 2001 Click links to: Guestbook About Pastor Dan We Believe More Messages Links "Wise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Pleasing Walk Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 1, 2001

Three tests to determine whether our spiritual journey is pleasing to God.

I have yet to meet anyone who actually likes to take tests. In fact some people have a phobia about taking tests, they freeze up as soon as the test is passed out, suddenly the light seems brighter, the room seems smaller. Recently I ran across some impossible test questions that are sure to strike ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking With Others Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 1, 2001

Three ways our relationships with other Christians demonstrates our faith in Jesus

When I was in high school my friends always told me that I was born twenty years too late. You see, in high school I idealized the countercultural movement of the 1960s, when the youth culture was demonstrating against everything from the Viet Nam War to Civil Rights. But I was in high school in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-28, John 3:11-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Evidences Of Spiritual Apathy Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Feb 5, 2001

Evidences of Spiritual Apathy among God’s people

Studies In The Book of Haggai Study 1 The Evidences & Causes of Spiritual Apathy Introduction Recently in my own personal devotions I was reading through the book of Haggai the prophet and as I did so I was reminded of how relevant his message is for the Church today. Although directed to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed