Sermons on Empty Phrases:

Do As I Do

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 25, 2021

Perhaps you heard this phrase growing up (and have repeated it to your own kids): 'do as I say, not as I do'. I can swear but if I hear you do it you're in trouble. Contrast that with what we see in the bible and we realize the right thing to be able to say is, 'do as I do'.

DO AS I DO Perhaps you heard this phrase growing up (and have repeated it to your own kids): 'do as I say, not as I do'. That's our response when we hear, 'but you do it' or, 'but you say it'. I can swear up a storm but if I hear you do it you're in big trouble. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1, John 13:12-17, 1 Peter 2:21-23, 1 Corinthians 4:11-17, 1 Thessalonians 1:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Walk Of Victory (Why We Are Losing The Battle) Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 8, 2005

In the closing words of this letter Paul talks about the battle we are in and how we can have victory. (Ephesians 10)

"THE WALK OF VICTORY; WHY ARE WE LOSING THE BATTLE?" TEXT: EPHESIANS 6:10-24 EVERY YEAR WE AMERICANS CELEBRATE MEMORIAL DAY. A TIME SET ASIDE TO HONOR THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO HAVE MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE. MEN AND WOMEN WHO HAVE LAID DOWN THEIR VERY LIFE FOR THEIR COUNTRY.... WE WHO HAVE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Always Pray & Do Not Lose Heart Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 3, 2007

This parable is a teaching from God himself to Always Pray and Do Not Lose Heart. We can see this in the: 1) Exhortation to Pray 2) Example of Prayer and 3) Encouragement for Prayer

There are certain things that you expect in turning up for worship, and others you do not. Everything turned upside down for the membership of Grace Church in San Diego California. Their Church building was totally destroyed by the fires. No doubt you have heard of the trauma of the massive fires ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Other

Lord, Teach Us To Pray Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 10, 2023

The disciples spent an amazing amount of time with Jesus and would have had many opportunities for them to ask him to teach them something. And of all the amazing things they could have asked Jesus to teach them, only one thing is recorded: “Lord, teach us to pray” (Luke 11:1).

Imagine with me for a moment that you’re one of Jesus’ disciples. You’ve been following him around for a little while now and you’ve seen him do some pretty incredible things…you’ve seen him heal crippled people, you’ve seen him cast out demons, you even saw him speak life into a dead guy. You’ve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13, Luke 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When A Prayer Is Not A Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Feb 27, 2012

Prayer is one of the greatest gifts God has given us - but it's also one of the most forsaken by today's Christian. Jesus gives us an example of how to pray and then goes on to show us three attitudes / behaviours that hinder our prayer life. Also inclu

When a Prayer is Not a Prayer - Matthew 5:5-15 - February 26, 2012 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #19 We’re going to start, this morning, with a deceptively simple question. The question is this: What is prayer? … What is prayer? We know we’re ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: *other

Killing "the God Of Me"

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 29, 2021

There is only one throne in a person's heart; it either belongs to you or to the Lord God Almighty. Jesus won't share it with you and you cannot expect Him to do so. There is only one remedy, to kill "the god of Me" and enthrone the True and Living God there!

Killing "The god of Me” Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:6-8 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11, Daniel 3:1-30, Galatians 2:20, Colossians 3:5, 1 Peter 2:12, Exodus 20:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Lord’s Prayer 12: As We Forgive Those Who Trespass Against Us Series

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Nov 3, 2024

How often do we say this phrase everyday when we say the Lord's Prayer - AS WE FORGIVE THOSE WHO TRESPASS AGAINST US? Do we stop and think what we are saying and really mean it? Should we expect God our Father to forgive us if we can't forgive those who wrong us?

Lord’s Prayer 12: AS WE FORGIVE THOSE WHO TRESPASS AGAINST US As a young priest, John Wesley spent a short time in Georgia, USA serving as a missionary in Savannah whilst his brother Charles served as chaplain to the governor. On hearing the general say, 'Sir, I never forgive', John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-45, Matthew 18:21-22, 1 Corinthians 13:5

Promise Keeper Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 18, 2019

My parents never made empty promises to me. Now that I’m an adult, I realize my parents were always honest with me. Because of their honesty, I’ve found it easier to believe in a God that keeps his promises. That is not true for many people who find God too mysterious to understand, much less trust.

Promise Keeper Christmas Eve 2019 • My parents never made empty promises to me. Now that I’m an adult, I realize my parents were always honest with me. • Because of their honesty, I’ve found it easier to believe in a God that keeps his promises. • That is not true for many people who find God too ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:2, Isaiah 9:2, Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Reliving The Days Of Noah."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 18, 2022

This message compares the state of the world before the flood and its current state of lawlessness. Daily news reports often highlight cases of murder, hatred, and violence prevailing all over the world, attempting to remove God from society. Hence, the question is, would you have assisted Noah?

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Genesis 6:5-7) (5) "And God saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually." (6) "And it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39, Genesis 6:9, Genesis 6:1-13, 2 Peter 3:3-6, Hebrews 11:7, 1 Peter 3:20, 2 Peter 2:5, Genesis 7:13-16, 2 Timothy 3:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer Warrior Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 18, 2015

The 1) Frequency (Ephesians 6:18a) , 2), Power(Ephesians 6:18b) 3) Variety (Ephesians 6:18c) , 4) Manner (Ephesians 6:18d), and the 5) Objects of prayer (Ephesians 6:18e).

This week, a Seattle football coach is planning a bold move that could end up costing his job. The controversy boils down to prayer in schools, but coach Joe Kennedy is determined to keep praying with any players who want to join him. Kennedy and his lawyer believe that the prayers don't break the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Other

Ang Muling Pagkabuhay Ni Hesus Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 27, 2024

Siya ay nabuhay! Siya ay buhay! Si Jesus ay muling nabuhay upang hindi mamatay. Ang iba sa Bagong Tipan ay nabuhay, ngunit namatay muli, tulad ni Lazarus. Si Jesus ay binuhay mula sa mga patay at siya ay mabubuhay magpakailanman.

Ang muling pagkabuhay ay ang pinakasentro at esensya ng Kristiyanismo. Ito ay “pangunahing kahalagahan” ng pananampalatayang Kristiyano. Ang kakanyahan na iyon at ang kahalagahan ay nakuhang maganda sa 1 Mga Taga-Corinto 15:3-5. Sapagkat ibinigay ko sa inyo bilang pinakamahalaga sa lahat ang ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 3 – Jeremiah Commissioned; Two Visions; And God Demands Action Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 26, 2024

Jeremiah is commissioned by the Lord for the task ahead. Two visions speak of coming judgement upon Judah, and God demands the prophet acts urgently with the message God gave him of impending doom.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 3 – JEREMIAH COMMISSIONED; TWO VISIONS; AND GOD DEMANDS ACTION PART 3 – Jeremiah 1:9-17 CHAPTER 1 {{Jeremiah 1:9-10 Then the LORD stretched out His hand AND TOUCHED MY MOUTH, and the LORD said to me, “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth. See, I have appointed ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:9-10, Jeremiah 1:11-12, Isaiah 55:10-11, 2 Peter 3:3-5, Jeremiah 1:13-15, Jeremiah 1:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obstacles To Healing Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jun 25, 2013

Jesus heals the paralytic

Obstacles to Healing Series: Markers Along the Narrow Way November 4, 2012 READ Mark 2:1-12 So a few days later, after Jesus had called his 1st disciples (1st of many…you included)…AFTER He had already driven out an evil spirit with authority that no one had ever seen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Religion Condemned Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 25, 2008

James exposes the difference between religion that comforts us and religion that reveals the power of Christ among us.

JAMES 1:26 RELIGION CONDEMNED “If anyone thinks he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person’s religion is worthless.” Someone has said, “You can’t believe half of what you hear, but you can repeat it.” This points out a real problem in the church today—we ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Meek For They Shall Inherit The Earth. Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Aug 28, 2017

Who will be blessed by the Lord. One of the qualities of the believer.

"Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth." The theme of the whole Bible is that God's purpose is to call out for Himself a holy people, set apart from the world to belong to Him and to obey Him. This people's work is to be true to its identity—to be holy and to be different from this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God