Sermons on Dynamic Equivalence:

With Wings Like Eagles

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 8, 2017

A look at 11 species of Birds and how they resemble less-than-perfect Christians. Then see 5 characteristics of Eagles, God's example of believers, and how we need to be like them. The Holy Spirit is our wind!

WITH WINGS LIKE EAGLES Isaiah 40:28-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A nursery school teacher was delivering a station wagon full of kids home one day when a fire truck zoomed past. Sitting in the front seat of the truck was a Dalmatian dog. The children started discussing the dog's duties. 2. "They ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Totally Immersed Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 21, 2011

"If you have the Word without the Spirit, you’ll dry up. If you have the Spirit without the Word, you’ll blow up. If you have both the Word and the Spirit, you’ll grow up." (Derek Prince)

Opening illustration: Speaking to a large audience, D.L. Moody held up a glass and asked, "How can I get the air out of this glass?" One man shouted, "Suck it out with a pump!" Moody replied, "That would create a vacuum and shatter the glass." After numerous other suggestions Moody smiled, picked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Of The Turnaround PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023

This sermon explores trusting God during challenging times, embracing divine intervention for destiny shifts, and experiencing dramatic reversals through faith.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to stand before you today, not just as your shepherd but as a fellow traveler in this pilgrimage of faith. We are here, gathered together as a family, to seek the face of God and to draw from His infinite wisdom. I am reminded of the words of the great ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19

Topics: Church, Turnaround

Romans 4:13-22 Series

Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Feb 9, 2010

Scripture speaks of two diametrically opposed principles for living, and for approaching God. The one is faith, and the other is works. It is all too easy to assume that we are walking by faith, when in fact, we are living by works (legalism). In this tex

Outline for CBF August 16, 2009 Intro. What kind of faith do you have? What kind of faith would you like to have?! Proposition: A right relationship with God ... I. Comes not by Works but rather by Faith, 4:13-17 A. The example of Abraham (mentioned previously) 13. B. Works (law) and faith are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bibliology - The Study Of The Bible Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 30, 2018

This message summarizes the theology of the Bible.

Monthly Doctrinal Series -- Bibliology Introduction The first of each month we have dedicated to a particular aspect of what we believe. So far we have reviewed what we believe about God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Man and our great Salvation. The Old and New Testaments, inerrant as originally ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Faithful, Follower Functioning For The Lord Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 8, 2016

Three of the Marks of Discipleship in our lives, the indicators, the evidence, the proof, that demonstrates we are true disciples of Jesus. Faithful, Follower Functioning for the Lord.

Marks of Discipleship: Faithful, Follower Functioning for the Lord Our theme this year is Dynamic Disciples.We have been thinking about what it really means for us to be a disciples of Jesus. This morning our focus is on the Marks of Discipleship in our lives, the indicators, the evidence, the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Transformative Authority Of Scripture

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Nov 2, 2024

Short lesson about the authority of the Bible and handout. I used ChatGpt to help write both.

Sermon Title: The Transformative Authority of Scripture Introduction: What Does it Mean to Have Authority? Opening Thought: Authority can often feel like a heavy or even oppressive word. When something has authority, it has a claim on us, a right to direct our thoughts, our lives, and even our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Vital Signs Of Faith

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 16, 2004

This is about living faith.

How do you check to see if someone is alive? You check for vital signs. You check their pulse. You find out if the person is breathing. You may check for blood pressure. You might ask if the person can move their fingers or toes. You may even holler out the person’s name. There are several ...read more

Scripture: James 2:13-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

Discipleship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon explores the Christian calling to be disciples who actively grow in faith and share the transformative message of Christ's love with others.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a wonderful day to gather together in His name, to bask in the warmth of His love, and to learn from His holy word. We stand here, not as strangers, but as family, bound together by the unshakeable love of our Savior. We are here to learn, to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Topics: Discipleship

A Hope Renewed Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 20, 2014

Hope rests upon the heart of God. Hope tells us the desire of God. Hope has the potential to transform our most significant relationships into reflections of the covenant we have with Him!

Covenant Connections: A Covenant of Old ~ A Hope Renewed Scripture Text: Hosea 1.2 – 2.1 INTRODUCTION If you are not familiar with Hosea ~ …his life and the message that God told him to announce ~ …if you don’t know that-much about Hosea, …then the story may be a ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Scientology Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 4, 2008

A look at the false teachings of Scientology

Scientology Intro The most popular cult today, which has been brought to the fore front by Hollywood celebrities is the “Church of Scientology.” Scientology claims to deal with the human spirit and its relationship to the universe and its Creator. It teaches that the fundamental laws of life, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

He Ate, She Ate Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 29, 2001

This is installment 4 in my "Anchor Points" series.

¡§Anchor Points¡¨ ¡§She Ate, He Ate¡¨ Genesis 3 February 20, 2000 Anchor Point #4: ¡§The Entrance of sin has ruined man¡¨ By Way of Review: „h Anchor Point #1: ¡§God is here, and He has spoken.¡¨ „h Anchor Point #2: ¡§God has created all that is.¡¨ „h Anchor Point #3: ¡§God created man in His ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Me, Myself, And I Vs. You, Me, And Us

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 17, 2003

The work in the church must be more than individual stars, but rather teamwork and giving for the best of others.

ME, MYSELF, AND I -- VS. -- YOU, ME, AND US? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr.     Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Ephesians 4:16 From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1, Ephesians 4:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Work: Frustration Or Fulfillment

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 30, 2002

God does not divide work between the sacred and secular. According to God’s Word all work is blessed if it does not conflict with scriptures.

Work – Frustration or Fulfillment Matthew 20:1-16 Ecclesiastes 2:10-11 How much do you value your work? Are you bored by what you do? Do you believe that God cares about your work? According to God’s Word, Your work does matter to God. Why do you work? · To find self-fulfillment? · To meet ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:10-11, Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

Freedom's Spirit Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 5, 2009

Through six very pointed questions, Galatians 3:1-5 reminds us that from beginning to end the secret to living the Christian life is not found in our own human efforts, but in trusting God’s Holy Spirit lavishly supplied to every believer.

Freedom’s Spirit (Galatians 3:1-5) On June 23, 2001, the Boeing company finished a labor of love—the complete restoration of the last existing 307 Stratoliner. It was the world’s first pressurized commercial airliner. A New York company used a vintage loom to reproduce the original Pan Am wall ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical Free