Sermons on Earnestly Contend:

Reasons Why The Lord Let Our Enemies Stay

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 8, 2014

To show that GOD is our Trainor in life, experience and war, all spiritual in nature.

I. EXORDIUM: Did GOD trained us to win wars and be trained by our spiritual experience? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is our Trainor in life, experience and war, all spiritual in nature. IV. TEXT: Judges 2:22-3:1 (New International Version) 2:22 I will ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bold Move! Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 10, 2014

A message about the four kinds of faith and how to have bold mountain moving faith.

Note: Reference about the 4 Kinds of faith in from the website www.bible.ca. I used it as an introduction and lead into talk about mountain moving faith. Bold Move! Theme: To get people to understand the importance of faith and stepping out with the Lord. Text: Matthew 17:14-21 Offering: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Church Of God

God’s Stamp On America

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 2, 2010

Is God part of our heritage as a country? YES! Much of the quotes for this message comes from David Barton and the Wallbuilders Ministry

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We are living in a time of confusion and a time of misinformation. • As a society we are at a crossroads. If you have been following the news, you have to be concerned about what is happening around you today in the United States of America. • What is happening to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:13-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Prayers Have Power Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 2, 2020

One of God's promises that gives us great hope is that our prayers have power. Our God promises to hear and answer our prayers.

A. One day three preachers sat discussing the best positions for prayer while a telephone repairman worked nearby. 1. One of the preachers said, “Kneeling is definitely best and most effective position for prayer.” 2. “Not so,” another preacher contended, “I get the best results in prayer by ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18, 1 Kings 17:1, 1 Kings 18:20-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Touching The Heart Of God - The Power Of Anointed Prayer - Lesson 3. Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 27, 2021

Intercessory Prayer

Isaiah 66:2b But on one will I look on him who is poor and of a contrite spirit, and who trembles at My word. Isaiah 57:15a For thus says the High and Lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: I dwell in a high and holy place with him who has a contrite and humble spirit, Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Striving To Pass Into The Narrow Gate

Contributed by Tristan Jether Orpiada on Jul 17, 2018

“IT IS NOT EASY TO ENTER INTO THE KINGDOM OF GOD. BEFORE YOU REACH HEAVEN YOU HAVE TO ENDURE MANY OBSTACLES YOU WERE TO PASS THROUGH THE ETERNAL LIFE."

INTRODUCTION: “ ENTER YE IN AT THE STRAIT GATE; FOR WIDE IS THE GATE, AND BROAD IS THE WAY THAT LEADETH TO DESTRUCTION, AND MANY THERE BE WHICH GO IN THEREAT. BECAUSE STRAIT IS THE GATE, AND NARROW IS THE WAY, WHICH LEADETH UNTO LIFE AND FEW THERE BE THAT FIND IT.” MATTHEW 7:13-14 (KJV) “STRIVE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Apostolic

Provoking Thoughts From 2 John

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022

Obviously, we are dealing with 2 John in this message. You have probably noticed that second and third John are very short.

Second John only has 13 verses. Third John only has 15 verses. But, do not make the mistake of thinking that because these two books are short that it diminishes what John has to say. Illus: John was like some people we meet. They do not say a lot, but they have the most to say when they do ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Call Up Series

Contributed by Terry Williams on Aug 26, 2013

This is sermon to call believers to fight against apostasy. To take a stand on the truth of Scripture and the truth of the Gospel.

Sermon 3 of 11 Jude: A Call to Defend The Call Up Jude 3 Introduction We are working our way through the book of Jude Jude identifies himself as a bond-servant of Jesus, and brother of James in verse 1. That makes him Jesus’ half-brother. Last week we talked about being Secured for ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Part 3: Before You Throw In The Towel…” Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 2, 2009

To tell people that Jesus is ready for them to try being a disciple again.

Title: Good News for People Living in a Bad News World Part 3: Before you throw in the towel…” Theme: New Starts/redemption Task: To tell people that Jesus is ready for them to try being a disciple again. Text: John 21.1-19 [TITLE SLIDE] A reality show debuted in 2006 called The Contender ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

The Virtuous Kingdom: Prayer Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 20, 2008

Sermon Objective: To encourage and explain the virtue of personal prayer.

The Virtuous Kingdom: Evidence of the Reign of God in the Human Heart The Virtue of Prayer Mark 11:15-17 Sermon Objective: To encourage and explain the virtue of personal prayer. Series Intro: We are looking at Mark chapter 11 for the next few weeks. We have chosen to look at it from specific ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-17

Denomination: Nazarene

The Promise Of Restoration ; Studies From Isaiah

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 28, 2001

This sermon is a message of hope to the beleiver that God will restore whatever he has lost in his life and this restoration will cause him to live a life of blessing and happiness.

THE PROMISE OF RESTORATION ; STUDIES FROM ISAIAH OUTLINE 1.REFINING 2.REJOICING 3.REBUILDING 4.REPULSING 5.REPUTATION 6.REMOVING 7.RECOVERING THE MESSAGE THE PROMISE OF RESTORATION 1.REFINING Isaiah 48:10 The Lord promises to refine us and purify us by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:8, Isaiah 49:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Strengthened By A Limp Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

Jacob’s attempt to receive God’s blessing by his own devious devices is finally halted by a direct encounter with God.

Genesis 32 January 17, 2004 I can hardly believe that the last time we looked together into the book of Genesis was October 5. We need to remind ourselves of where we are in the narrative. Isaac and Rebekkah have two sons - Esau and Jacob Esau is the older but God picks Jacob to be the one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Homosexuality Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 22, 2012

What the Bible teaches about homosexuality.

Introduction I have said before that 1 Corinthians is a letter I have both wanted and not wanted to preach through for the same reason – its practicality. The apostle Paul wrote the Corinth Church about issues it was struggling with, issues which have an uncanny resemblance to those we are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

More Than A Prayer (9) - "deliver Us From Evil"

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 31, 2021

The Lord's prayer is much more than a prayer guide. It points us to who the father is.

TEXT: Matthew 6:13 "And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen." GOD IS ABLE TO DELIVER FROM ALL EVILS AND BONDAGE The Lord's prayer is much more than a prayer guide, it points us to who God is. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13, Job 5:19, Psalm 18:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Final Goodbye Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008

Good byes are rarely easy, but are sometimes necessary.

1. OK, I ADMIT IT, I LOVE AIRPORTS! 2. There is just something about airports that I really enjoy. a. NOW it’s not driving around in circles waiting for someone to come outside and meet me. b. And it’s not waiting for hours because of plane delays c. But there is that glimpse into the lives of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational