Sermons on Ear Of Understanding:

Homesick For Heaven

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

Focus on Heaven motivates you to action, gives understanding, and produces an attitude of thanksgiving.

Homesick for Heaven Hebrews 11:8-17 INTRODUCTION: Do you remember this old chorus: “This world is not my home, I’m just a passin’ through. My treasures are laid up somewhere beyond the blue. Tthe angels beckon me from Heaven’s open door, and I can’t feel at home in this world ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Leaning On Jesus,part 1.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 30, 2003

Death, Hell, Life and understanding.A quick look at John 3:16

Leaning on Jesus For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whomsoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. I believe that we all can live ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Enter Into His Gates" 100 Psalms

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 28, 2003

Somanytimes people quote the 100 Psalms, but do they full understand its meaning.

“A Song of Praise” Psalms 100 Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Next to the 23rd Psalms, the 100th Psalms is probably the most quoted Psalms in the Bible. However it is good to be able to quote the 100 division of Psalms, but to fully understand the meaning of 100 Psalms is deeper than just being ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, Psalm 100:6

Denomination: Apostolic

How Are You Building Your House?

Contributed by Ryan Pate on Aug 31, 2007

Understand that in order to stand firm, you first have to have a strong foundation.

There is a distinction between the two foundations that Jesus tells us about in Matthew 7: 24-29, by which he used a parable describing that there is only one way to get to heaven. It’s funny to me to also note that a similar story that we are all aware of tells the same story; The Three little ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 24, 2006

This sermon helps the hearer to understand who the Holy Spirit is and how He works.

“HOLY SPIRIT” John 14:15-31 INTRO – During school year, CR, JW, & I have a kids’ church w/ the WEE Care kids. Really special time for us to bond w/ the kids. Share Bible stories w/ them. Share CR’s suckers w/ them. Took CR’s sucker jar in there a few weeks ago when CR was out. One of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31

Denomination: Baptist

What's With The Silence Button? Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Nov 3, 2005

All believers should understand why God sometimes says “No” to their prayers.

BIG IDEA: Prayer: What’s with the silence button? All believers should understand why God sometimes says “No” to their prayers. 1. It is outside of God’s will. 2. The timing is not right yet. 3. God is testing your faith. 4. God allows people to exercise free will. 5. God is good. OBJECTIVE: ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abortion

Contributed by Tony Grant on Nov 14, 2005

The controversy over abortion is deep and divisive. The only way to respond to it is with compassion and understanding.

Abortion PS139:13-16 2326 words 13 For it was you who formed my inward parts; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. 14 I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well. 15 My frame was not hidden from you, when I was being made in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Have The Heart Of Jesus

Contributed by Tony Abram on Aug 13, 2006

We need to understand and try to have the heart of Jesus if we are to be like Him.

HAVE THE HEART OF JESUS! August 13, 2006 (Mat 9:35 KJV) And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people. 9:36 But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with ...read more

Take It To Another Level

Contributed by Craig Smee on Aug 23, 2006

Its time to take your relationship with God to another level. The understanding of discipleship.

Its time to take your relationship with God to the next level. I know if you are like me, you often get to the place where you think your are not doing enough for God. You get like that? TWO TYPES Maybe you have never committed yourself to Christ and you are here today because you feel that you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-22

Denomination: Christian Church

Three 'r's Of Marriage

Contributed by Brian Gilbert on Aug 8, 2005

A look at three areas we must understand in order to have happy marriages.

THE THREE ‘R’s OF A GREAT MARRIAGE INTRODUCTION: Open with “Aisle, Altar, Hymn” Joke. Tonight we are going to talk a little bit about marriage. Marriage can be a fun topic to preach on, but is almost always a tough topic to preach on. Tonight I am keeping it simple. As a matter of fact, you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Tapping Into The Power Of Forgiveness!!!

Contributed by Jess Bousa on Aug 10, 2005

Looking through the eyes of the adultress woman is the key to understanding God’s Forgiveness!!!

I heard a story of a boy who went off to college. The story goes as he was hooking up his computer, stero, cell phone charger, his lamp, printer, and palm piolit at his desk when he went to turn on his computer, nothing happend. He went back and looked at his wiring and everything was connected ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Love Of Christ For You

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

If you want to be the Lord’s disciple, the understanding of the love of Christ for you is critical.

The Love of Christ for You The whole emphasis of Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14 – 21 is on your understanding the love of Christ for you. If you want to be the Lord’s disciple, the understanding of this truth is critical. Listen to Paul’s prayer: “14. For this reason I bow my knees before the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

God Answers Our Questions Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 6, 2008

God understands all our sincere questions to Him and He will answer them.

A number of years ago before I became a Minister, my wife and I had a big argument, we were very busy with the kids, we were financially stressed, then our car broke down while we were out of town. Yes, at that time I questioned God. Is it alright to question God? Kids ask questions all the time, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am Armed And Dangerous

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Oct 8, 2008

Point to help us understand we are in a battle, we are armed, and we are dangerous

I am Armed and Dangerous Eph 6:16-17 . *** notice that the Spirit always acts in harmony with the written word of God *** The word arm: is a Greek word = ’hoplizo’ meaning to be equip w/ arms The word sword: is a hand weapon having a long sharp pointed blade - it is a symbol of divine ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Extraordinary Ambition Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 21, 2009

About how Paul’s understanding of ambition challenges our own ambitions.

Begin with question: Are you an ambitious person? (or What do you think of when you think of ambition?) May cause some mixed feelings… because the idea of ambition conjure up and capture very different things. Ambition isn’t something we have to be taught… • Don’t have to put ambition in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational