Sermons on Dove:

Reaching The World

Contributed by David Hirschfeld on Dec 30, 2001

Tapping into the eternity that is set in the hearts of men to bring people to Christ

REACHING THE WORLD (I) A bit of a departure from previous lessons This is important for 2 reasons: 1) To have wisdom and tact in bringing the gospel to folks in this area 2) To understand what it is in us that draws us to Christ … so we don’t simply have our religion become an idol unto itself, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Paul's Humility Helped Him Maintain Relationships

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Humility is a key ingredient to any successful relationship. Paul shows us how to take relationships to a higher level

How Paul’s Humility Helped Maintain Relations (Acts 21:17-26) Illustration:I am the least of the apostles. 1 Corinthians 15:9 I am the very least of all the saints. Ephesians 3:8 I am the foremost of sinners. 1 Timothy 1:15 Humility and a passion for praise are a pair of characteristics which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Believers Attitude Of Gratitude Series

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 30, 2002

Thankfulness is like a magnet it draws Gods attention to us, and it brings good things to us. One of the saddest things that can happen to a christian is to lose their thankful heart.

1 Thess. 5:18 In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 2 Tim 3:1-5 (Un thankful) Having a form of Godliness but denying the power thereof, ( We are surrounded today by a spiritual atmosphere of un thankfulness. Lu. 17:11-19 One (Of ten lepers) with a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Are Standing On Holy Ground

Contributed by Dale Sneed on Aug 12, 2002

We are to be holy for God is holy and He is calling for us to be holy.

Batman and Robin are the caped crusaders of the fictious Gotham City. (I have wondered what state would this even be in!) Yet, the identity of the eccentric millionaire Bruce Wayne and his young ward, Dick Grayson have fought off such criminals as "The Joker", "The Riddler", "The Penguin, " just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Methodist

Who Is This Man Jesus - Temptation Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Mar 18, 2003

This is the second of a series of sermons on the life of Christ. Today we look at His tempation - which follows His baptism and precedes the Sermon on the Mount.

Intro.: The Apostles Creed summarizes the life of Christ like this -- I believe in Jesus Christ, our Lord: Who was conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. 1. Yet, the life of Christ is so much more. 2. Today we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Birth Of Christ Part 1

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Feb 11, 2004

A look at where we get the "Christmas Story," giving specific Bible references.

If a non-Christian were to approach you and say, “Which gospel contains the entire Christmas Story?” Would you be able to tell them? We get most of our information about the birth of Jesus from two gospels, Matthew and Luke. And neither gives us all the details of the familiar birth of Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Under Attack!

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 27, 2003

Standing strong under fire.

Today we are going to look at practical steps for standing strong when you are under attack! We will be using Christ’s temptation in the wilderness as our backdrop. Then Jesus was led out into the wilderness by the Holy Spirit to be tempted there by the Devil. Matthew 4:1 (NLT) The first issue ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian's Standard For Living

Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 22, 2004

Christians now a days are subjects to many standards of this world, standards that often put a Christian into a compromising stage. But what standard should a Christian follows? How should he respond to many rules in this world?

Christians now a days are subjects to many standards of this world, standards that often put a Christian into a compromising stage. But what standard should a Christian follows? How should he respond to many rules in this world? If the law of man tolerates but the laws of God forbid. Shall a ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 18:1-5, Leviticus 18:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power: Heman & Hercules Series

Contributed by John Knight on Jan 31, 2003

Understanding the Power (Holy Spirit) of God and how it is to be used.

Me, My Church, & I Power: Heman & Hercules Acts 2:14-21 Introduction: Images of power Power Puff Girls Heman & Hercules These are fantasy, but some misconceptions do exist concerning the "Power" of God and what it means to be filled with the Holy Spirit. What it means to be filled ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-21

Denomination: Holiness

Seven Happy People

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 24, 2006

Unlike joy, happiness is temporary...based on ’happenstance’. But God tells us 7 ’circumstances’ which will lead us to happiness more often. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

SEVEN HAPPY PEOPLE John 13:17 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/7HappyPeople.html John 13:17 If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them. Which kind of Christian are you? Humbly grateful or grumbly hateful? Attitude determines altitude! God isn’t here just to keep you out of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:17

Denomination: Baptist

A Den Of Thieves And A Kosher Baptist Suit Series

Contributed by George Barton on Jan 31, 2006

Built on Mark 11, it helps people to see why Jesus was really angry with the Pharisees for what they were doing in the court of the Gentiles.

A DEN OF THIEVES AND A KOSHER BAPTIST SUIT (Mark 11:15 NIV) On reaching Jerusalem, Jesus entered the temple area and began driving out those who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the benches of those selling doves, (Mark 11:16 NIV) and would not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Picture Gallery

Contributed by John Vella on Feb 5, 2007

The important thing is not to have just one image of Jesus. This would hardly do him justice. It would be the same as our parents showing their friend only one photograph of us.

Seeds for Sowing, Vol. IV, Issue 3, No. 18 Third Sunday of Lent (Year B) March 26, 2000 Readings: * Exodus 20:1-17 * 1 Corinthians 1:18, 22-25 * John 2:13-25 Jesus’ Picture Gallery Baby Pictures One of the first things that new parents want to have is a picture of their baby. Many parents ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Catholic

Hold Your Pastor’s Hands Up

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Aug 24, 2006

This sermon emphasizes the need to support your leader in their time of adversity.

In the heat of battles, our souls will often become faint. Bouts of depression will come to most of us. The strong are not always vigorous. The wise are not alway ready. The brave are not always courageous. The joyous are not always happy. Great travail is created for all men. It is clear that the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Radical Resurrection

Contributed by Michael Vosbrink on Apr 16, 2007

The resurrection of Jesus Christ radically affects the world

Statistically, 3 out of 4 adults in the US believe in the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ, according to a study conducted by the Center for Missional Research, NAMB. The issue, then, is not the fact of proving to you that Jesus died and rose from the dead; rather, what difference does that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12

Friendship With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 10, 2006

Many Christians have experienced the love of God the Father, and the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, but few have encountered the friendship (fellowship, communion) with the Holy Spirit.

THE SUPERNATURAL CHURCH #2: FRIENDSHIP WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT OPENING TEXTS: “The glory of this latter temple shall be greater than the former.” (Haggai 2:9). Discuss why this Scripture has been troubling me. “Behold, I send the Promise of My Father upon you; but wait…until you are endued with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14

Denomination: *other