Sermons on Don Fortner:

The Great Setback Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 6, 2017

Don't look at the big setback, see the big picture. Don't look at the big self, see the works of God. Don't look at the big things, listen to the voice of God.

Elijah had a great victory against the false prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. • He challenged the 450 prophets to call on their god to bring down fire and burn up the sacrifice. They failed, after a whole day of shouting. • At the time of the evening sacrifice, Elijah repaired the altar of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Making Spirituality The Main Course: Don't Leave God Out This Christmas Series

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Sep 13, 2001

Part of the Christmas Wonder PowerPak.

Introduction: On July 29, 1969, astronaut Neil Armstrong climbed down an aluminum ladder and put his feet on the surface of the moon. In an address to the nation President Richard Nixon said, “The greatest event in human history occurred when man first put his foot on the moon.” I contend, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:42-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why You Don't Have To Worry About The Future - Part One

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 24, 2001

We need not be afraid of whatever comes in the future. We need only to trust in God’s promises. This message, in two parts, explores five of those promises.

Of the many negative effects that comes from listening to and watching the news, especially the recent events in our nation, there are often various levels of concerned feelings that people experience. Our hearts can become doubtful, gloomy, worrisome, and right out fearful. People fear all kinds ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why You Don't Have To Worry About The Future - Part Two

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 24, 2001

This second part of the message deals with three of five promises of God that we can count on, that will help dispell worry.

The future is something that, especially right now, for many people in this country, seems to be uncertain, questionable, and even fearful. But we have began talking about solid Biblical reasons why we don’t have to worry or be fearful and distressed over the future. 1. God will be with me ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Hold The Pickles, Hold The Lettuce, Special Orders Don't Upset Us”

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Apr 9, 2006

We want everything our way -- but what about having it God’s way instead?

Do you remember the words, "hold the pickle, hold the lettuce?" What’s the next line? “Special orders don’t upset us – all we ask is that you let us have it your way.” About 25 years ago Burger King came out with their "Have it Your Way" campaign where if you wanted fast food you didn’t have to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Da Vinci Code: I Know Something You Don't Know Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on May 3, 2006

What’s the underlying doctrine to the Da Vinci code? Gnosticism. The da Vinci code is one more example of a resurgence of an ancient heresy.

A companion powerpoint to this sermon is located at: http://www.stilltruth.com/downloads/ppt/I_Know_Something_You_Dont_Know.ppt I know something you don’t know. Say it with a sing song in your voice and you sound like a child on the playground. Say it with a whisper and you sound like a gloating ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happens When You Don't Do Things God's Way

Contributed by Charles Mccall on May 8, 2004

You lose on a lot of blessings that God has for you when you don’t do things God’s way

2 Kings 13:14-19 Topic: What happens when you don’t do things God’s way There are some dire consequences when you don’t do things God’s way. You lose out on the blessings that God has for you when you don’t do things God’s way. You lose out on the victory that God has for you when you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Close To The Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don't Have To Be.

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Mar 1, 2004

During those last days of Christ, there are many who were close to the cross, yet chose to be far from Christ. Asks the questions, "How close am I?" Powerful closing illustration: True Story

Title: Close to the Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don’t Have to Be! 03/2004 West Side Text: Matthew 27:29-56 and Luke 23:26-29 A.M. Service Purpose: Asks the question: How Close Am I? ******************************************************* Introduction: A. Open with personal comments about Mel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:29-56, Luke 23:26-29

Denomination: Nazarene

Don't Let The Rain Stop You From Sowing In God's Field

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 24, 2005

There are many hindrances to seed sowing. But we are encouraged that we shall reap a harvest in due time.

Intro. We sow in tears but we reap in Joy. It is this joyful anticipation that keep us from becoming weary in ministry. There are many hindrances to seed sowing.The sower can become weary with the journey. The soil of the human heart can become hard. The adverse winds of confusion can become fierce ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Creation Vs. Evolution: You Don't Have To Be A Monkey To Believe Creation Series

Contributed by Jeff Francis on Sep 12, 2005

Message 1 of a Sunday AM series on the book of Genesis.

Sunday AM—7/3/05 SERIES: Genesis—The First Soap Opera MESSAGE 1: Creation Vs. Evolution—You Don’t Have To Be A Monkey To Believe In A Creator Felt Need Intro: Good morning! I hope you are doing great this morning. We’re going to begin a message series this morning that’s a little different ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Do I Do What I Don't Want To Do? Series

Contributed by W F on Aug 26, 2006

One question I’ve always wanted to ask God is this: Why do I do what I don’t want to do?

(Romans 7:14-25). INTRODUCTION You only have to be a Christian for five seconds to realize that even though Jesus takes away the penalty for your sin and its power over you, you will still struggle to live the right way. So why is that? Why - even though you have given your life to Christ – why do ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: *other

How To Get Along When You Don't See Eye To Eye

Contributed by Steven Dow on Aug 29, 2002

Paul teaches us the seven steps to having H.A.R.M.O.N.Y. in our churches.

HOW TO GET ALONG WHEN YOU DON’T SEE EYE TO EYE Romans 14:1-15:7 September 1, 2002 INTRODUCTION: It is said that when the British and French were fighting in Canada in the 1750s, Admiral Phipps, commander of the British fleet, was told to anchor outside Quebec. He was given orders to wait for the ...read more

You Don't Have To Be Perfect To Get To Heaven, But It Sure Would Be Nice

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Oct 3, 2002

A salvation message that stresses God’s grace is sufeciant for your salvation

You Don’t Need to be Perfect to get to Heaven, But it sure would be Nice 9/30/02 Have you ever known anyone to say; “Some day when I straiten up, I’m going to make things right with the Lord”? They think that is one of the qualifications of salvation. They feel with the life they are living that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: *other

Don’t Let The Troubles Of Life Cause You To Lose Your Focus

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Feb 4, 2003

This message encourages the believer to stay afloat during the most turbulent storms by keeping a Heavenly focus.

The text;Colossians 3:1-4 If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection (mind) on things above, not on things on the earth. For ye are dead (died), and your life is hid with Christ in God. When Christ, who ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday: I Don't Know What I'm Singing!

Contributed by Don Schultz on Apr 10, 2003

Do you know what you are singing this day? Or are you like the crowds on Palm Sunday?

I DON’T KNOW WHAT I’M SINGING! (Mark 11:1-10) Have you ever found yourself singing a song, but really, you had no idea what you were singing? I was a teacher at a high school for a year, and as I walked down the hallway one morning I could hear one of my students singing a song. It was a song I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-10, Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Lutheran