Sermons on Divine Perspective:

Good Looking Christianity Series

Contributed by Mark Hensley on May 3, 2001

Many people would rather sleep in on Sundays, thinking that Church has little if anything to offer them. What does God, and His church have to say to them?

West Greeley Baptist Church April 29th 2001 “Good looking Christianity” Titus 2: 7-10 By Pastor Mark Hensley “7In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness 8and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Believing In A God I Cannot See Series

Contributed by Randy Croft on Nov 15, 2002

Why Believe in an invisible God?

How Can I Believe in a God I can’t See? If God wants us to believe in Him, He should make himself visible so we could talk one on one, touch Him, hear him verbally, see him with our own eyes. "Why does God put us in a position where we have to try to believe in Him? Why does He toy with ...read more

Scripture: John 20:29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Developing A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 24, 2002

We need to ask God to change our hearts from 1. Complaints to Praise. 2. Criticism to Encouragement. 3. Cynicism to Faith.

Two men were walking through a field one day when they spotted an enraged bull. Immediately they ran toward the nearest fence. The storming bull ran after them in hot pursuit, and they realized that they were not going to make it. Terrified, one man shouted to his friend, “Say a prayer, John. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

Spirit Of Infirmity

Contributed by Martin Scarce on Dec 3, 2002

What hinders God’s church and God’s people from serving God? In Luke 13:10-17 we will consider the Proper Interpretation, the Prophetic Interpretation and the Personal Interpretation.

The Spirit of Infirmity Introduction – Luke 13:10-17 This passage can be interpreted three ways: 1) The Proper Interpretation 2) The Prophetic Interpretation 3) The Personal Interpretation I. The Proper Interpretation By the proper interpretation I am referring to what really happened in this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Construction Of Kingdom 6

Contributed by J. Ritter Jr on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction We continue our series, The Construction of a Kingdom.

Introduction We continue our series, The Construction of a Kingdom. We have looked into the life of David, a shepherd boy, a king's servant, a giant slayer, a cave dweller, a leader - but ultimately, God's man chosen to occupy the throne. We have observed his character, his faith, his obedience, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-19

"Who Knows For Sure?"

Contributed by Gary Smith on Mar 22, 2003

There are many things that are uncertain in life, but God’s Word Tells us about some things that we can know for sure.

“Who Knows For Sure?” TEXT: Proverbs 27:1 James 4:14 Prov 27:1 (KJV) 1 Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. James 4:14 (KJV) 14 Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:1, James 4:14

Denomination: Church Of God

Every Knee Shall Bow

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 22, 2002

An evangelistic message declaring that a day is coming when every knee shall bow and tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.

“Every Knee Shall Bow” Philippians 2:1-11 A day is coming that will be unlike any other day in world history. Philippians 2:10-11, “At the name of Jesus every knee shall bow in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of god the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

Work Or Promise, You Choose Series

Contributed by Alan Braun on Mar 22, 2002

A study on the Book of Romans

Work Or Promise, You Choose Chapter 4 How can a holy and righteous God be just and holy and at the same time allow sinful man to come into His presence? It also teaches that man is a sinful creature. In fact, he is dead in his sins and trespasses. Paul views salvation in three ways: 1. as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating And Embracing God's People

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 25, 2004

Our church and our faith is about people… and God.

This morning I begin by acknowledging two mothers who were and have been very important shapers and influencers of my life. The first is my Grandmother Kane. Though she has been dead for over 3 decades, her influence, especially concerning her deep and long-lasting faith and deep and legendary ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Joseph And His Dream Of Many Colors Series

Contributed by Ric Feeney on Jun 7, 2004

When all the circumstances said, "No way.", God said, "No, this way!"

Dream Builder’s—Joseph and his dream of many colors All the circumstances said, “No way.” God said, “No, this way!” Halfway through the second grade, Mrs. Sergeant, who lived up to her name, sent a note home to the young boy’s parents. It was added onto his report card and therefore entered ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Come And See

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 21, 2003

Today as we survey the book of Leviticus we will discover that Leviticus is in deed, a relevant book for Christians even today and that it is a book abounding in great teachings.

COME AND SEE INTRODUCTION In the first chapter of the Gospel of John we read about when Jesus began to call His first disciples. One of the first was Philip, who like Andrew and Peter was from the town of Bethsaida. Philip went out immediately found Nathanael and told Him about Jesus of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptism As Sign And Power For Living

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Feb 28, 2005

4 Lent Sermon A Jesus heals a blind man

Fourth Sunday in Lent John 9:1-41 Baptism as sign and power for living   "As he passed by, he saw a man blind from his birth. And his disciples asked him, "Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?" Jesus answered, "It was not that this man sinned, or his parents, but ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Lutheran

Understanding God’s Will

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 6, 2005

SEEK it, SURRENDER to it, and STAND in it. It’s REAL, can be REFUSED, but it’s always RIGHT! Link included to formatted text, audio/video, and PowerPoint.

Understanding God’s Will Romans 12:1-2 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/God’sWill.html We usually look at this passage and talk about surrender...but surrender to what? The will of God in the end of v. 2! Or we talk about separation...but separation unto what? The will of God! And that should be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

God's Christmas Tree And His Gifts

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Dec 9, 2005

When is the last time you looked at God’s gifts under "His tree?"

GOD’S CHRISTMAS TREE AND HIS GIFTS Romans 5:1-11 At this time of the year in homes all across America you will find a Christmas tree with presents underneath. It is one of the symbols of Christmas that stand out in this country as much as any and more than most. The Christmas tree has become a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Middle Of J-O-Y Is A Never-Ending Circle

Contributed by Eric Vertein on Dec 12, 2005

God shows us how to maintain JOY, even when there are many things attacking that joy.

I Thessalonians 5:16-24 3rd Sunday in Advent December 11, 2005 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 Be joyful always; 17 pray continually; 18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 19 Do not put out the Spirit’s fire; 20 do not treat prophecies with contempt. 21 Test ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Denomination: Lutheran