Sermons on Divine Discipline:

Shaken Not Stirred

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 16, 2000

What will it take to stir up the church today?

Text: Haggai 2:1-9 I. Remnant - A Word Study A. Verse 2, “remnant” of the people = means what is left over. This idea of “remnant” is that a small nucleus of God’s people will be richly blessed. Throughout the OT we find examples of how God searched through His people and only found a ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Lessons From Nehemiah

Contributed by John Gullick on Nov 20, 2000

A look at what we can learn for today from Nehemiah chapter 3

Nehemiah 3. Beginning to build. Last week and the week before I mentioned how God has an incredible plan for each of our lives. One of the really great things of having the bible is that you can look through the window at actual lives lived out before God. You can see peoples highs and you can ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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

Surrender To God

Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 11, 2002

Talks about being committed to God in total surrender

Surrender to God Joshua 24:1 & 23 Introduction: Describe the game called "mercy" - the purpose of the game is to get the other guy to surrender by bending back his hands. Forced unconditional surrender. God does not force us to surrender but he does expect us to. I. Surrender Past 1. Actions: ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Give Thanks

Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 11, 2002

A Thanksgiving week sermon

Give Thanks 1 Chronicles 16:7-36 Introduction: {The Gum} Missions trip to garbage dump in Tiawana, Mexico ~ 3 10 year olds playing ~ one comes to try out English ~ gives Gum to boy ~ takes it divides it into 3 pieces shares with his 2 friends. We are so blessed - hard for us to be thankful - we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:7-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

El Proposito Del Sufrimiento

Contributed by Ralph Mendez on Mar 11, 2002

Alguien preguntó porque sufre el justo... para muchos parece ser una incógnita sin repuesta.

EL PROPÓSITO DEL SUFRIMIENTO. Y para que la grandeza de las revelaciones no me exaltase desmedidamente, me fue dado un aguijón en mi carne, un mensajero de Satanás que me abofetee, para que no me enaltezca sobremanera; 8respecto a lo cual tres veces he rogado al Señor, que lo quite de mí. Y me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:7-10

Denomination: Apostolic

I Looked For A Man

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Mar 13, 2002

The Marines’ idea of looking for "a few good men" is not original. It was God who first said "I sought for a man..." Throughout the history of man here on this earth, God has been seeking men that He could trust, men through whom he could accomplish His

I Looked For A Man! Text: Ezekiel 22:23-31 Highlight Verse 30 Introduction: The Marines’ idea of looking for "a few good men" is not original. It was God who first said "I sought for a man..." Throughout the history of man here on this earth, God has been seeking men that He could ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Motivation

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

Motivation is needed in our relationship with Christ.

2 TIM.1:6 "MOTIVATION" A) A young, smart-alec cowboy was riding his horse one day and saw an old man on a mule. * The young cowboy decided to have a little fun, so he drew his 6-shooter and told the old man to get off the mule and dance! * He said to the old man, "Have you ever danced?" B) Then ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Willing Workers

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

God needs His people to be willing to work for Him.

NEHEMIAH 4:6 "WILLING WORKERS" INTRO: Nehemiah was the cupbearer of Artaxerxes, king of Persia. * One of his close kinsman arrived from Judea, and Nehemiah was informed of the pitiful condition of Jerusalem and residents of Judea. * Upon learning of their condition, Nehemiah was much grieved, * ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:6

Denomination: Baptist

Spots In Your Feasts Of Charity

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

In every church are spots!

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

To Fast Or Not To Fast Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Mar 15, 2002

3 reasons not to fast and 6 reasons to fast.

To Fast or Not to Fast, That is the Question Pastor Jim Luthy Suppose I were to make you some tea. I have hot water and a tea bag. To make the tea, I must dip the bag in the water, right? If I were to just plunge the bag in once or twice, it would not make for very good tea. If, instead, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational