Sermons on Effect:

Serving God In The Spirit's Power

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Sep 7, 2021

The believer needs the Holy Spirit's power for effective worship and God's service.

SERVING GOD IN THE SPIRIT'S POWER. Joel 2:28 And it shall come to pass afterwards, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions: 2:29 And also upon the servants and upon the ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Keep Your Ax (Ministry) Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023

Fasting keeps God’s presence alive, and keeps God first to make you effective in ministry.

“They (the prophets) began cutting down trees. But as one of them was cutting a tree, his ax head fell into the river. ‘Oh Sir!’ he cried, ‘It was a borrowed ax.’ ‘Where did it fall?’ The man of God asked. When he showed him the place, Elisha cut a stick and threw it into the water at that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Growth In Christ

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 16, 2024

Adversity is not simply a tool. It is God's most effective tool for the advancement of our spiritual lives.

Grow … truly grow ... 2 Thessalonians 1:3 “We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is fitting, because your faith grows exceedingly, and the love of every one of you all abounds toward each other..” A)Church of Thessalonians I do receive plenty of rave reviews for my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

It will NOT happen without the manifestation of the ‘Fruit of the Holy Spirit’ in our lives. This is necessary for the church’s health and effectiveness.

Opening illustration: You mail an expensive and wonderful gift to someone you love and adore but returns at your doorstep all soggy and wet ~ that’s what the contemporary church has been doing with God’s gift of the Holy Spirit. Introduction: Many people within the church have always confused ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Effectual Fervent Prayer

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

Our prayers are often ineffective. Scripture reveals principles of effective prayer, principles we will want to observe.

A movie by the title of The In-Laws came out in 1979. There was a re-make of it in 2003, but my favorite version is still the original one. It featured Alan Arkin as a conventional dentist and Peter Falk as a manic character who claims to be a government agent. Their kids are about to be married, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-32, 1 Kings 17:1-7, 1 Kings 18:1-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Intrusive ,toxic And Negative Thoughts Come From Enemy Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 2, 2025

One of the enemy's most effective strategies is to plant intrusive and negative thoughts in our minds.

As Christians, we are engaged in a spiritual battle that is not always visible to the naked eye. One of the enemy's most effective strategies is to plant intrusive and negative thoughts in our minds. These thoughts can be debilitating, causing us to doubt our faith, our worth, and our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Understanding And Overcoming Household Witchcraft Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 8, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the causes, effects, and signs of household witchcraft, as well as biblical strategies for overcoming it.

Household witchcraft refers to the subtle and often hidden forms of manipulation, control, and destruction that can occur within families or close relationships. This phenomenon can manifest through various behaviors, including jealousy, envy, criticism, and betrayal. In this sermon, we will ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:26, 2 Corinthians 11:3

The Triple Threat Stance Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 12, 2012

In basketball there’s a "triple threat" stance than can make an offensive player an effective threat to the opposing team. In the same way, Jesus models a "triple threat" for us that can make us effective for His kingdom. What is that triple threat, and h

OPEN: (We began the sermon by showing portions of two separate videos by Michael Jordan describing the “Triple Threat” stance and how it works. The first video we showed the first 17 seconds of http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqHAut0qI10&feature=related. We followed that clip with the last few ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dangerous Climate Change And The End Of The Earth

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 24, 2018

Our earth is collapsing and the end is near.

In February 2005, a scientific symposium on avoiding dangerous climate change through the stabilization of greenhouse gases was held at the Hadley Centre for Climate Prediction and Research, in Exeter, England. It attracted 200 renowned scientists from some 30 countries. The conference warned ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Isaac's Prayer: A Prayer For Children Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 27, 2015

If you want to lay hold of God’s willingness in prayer, just keep on asking God to keep His Word, counting on Him to work in unusual and unstoppable ways.

Mark Ashton, in his book, A Voice in the Wilderness, talks about a small boy who was writing a letter to God. Christmas was approaching and he wanted to ask God for certain Christmas presents he badly wanted. He began his letter with these words: “I've been good for six months now.” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"Joy: Against All Odds!" Series

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jul 19, 2015

Biblical joy comes from a heart yielded to God and the Holy Spirit understanding the One who rules our life loves and cares for us deeply using whatever we are going through to either perfect the image of Christ in us or to bring Himself glory!

Cornerstone Church 7.19.15 “JOY: AGAINST ALL ODDS” Philippians 1:12-30 Last week we began our look at the Book ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Blessings And Curses

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION Israel's total annihilation of Jericho and Ai had the strategic military effect of cutting Canaan in two.

A. INTRODUCTION Israel's total annihilation of Jericho and Ai had the strategic military effect of cutting Canaan in two. There would be a northern campaign and a southern campaign but, as we shall see in our study this morning, there would be yet another "pause" in the conquest of the Promised ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:30-35

Separation Of Church And State? A July 4th Look At Our Heritage In America

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Jul 14, 2004

This sermon examines our Christian heritage, the separation of Church and state and its effects on American Society since 1962.

The 4th of July is a special day in our country but not just for the signing of the declaration. Many special things have happened on this day. Three American presidents died on the Fourth of July, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and James Monroe. And if you want to get down to it, Monroe ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

High In Salt Content Part 2

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

Part 2 of being salty - more Biblical cause-and-effect passages of how others will find God.

Mark 9:50; Luke 14:34 – High in Salt Content – Part 2 A five-year-old lad was watching his mother change the baby. When she overlooked sprinkling the tot’s backside with talcum powder and hurried him into his diaper, the five-year-old reproved her sharply, "Hey, Mom, you forgot to salt him!" Salt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:34

Denomination: Baptist

Restoring Spiritual Passion

Contributed by John Gullick on Mar 7, 2005

Restoring Spiritual Passion is an important matter This sermon isolates a number of steps the believer can take to effect restoration

Marriage is an interesting matter. Not all marriages last. I found some cynical observations on marriage sent to me on the internet the other day. Here’s an example:- Men who have pierced ears are better prepared for marriage. They’ve experienced pain and bought jewelery. Such views of marriage ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed