Sermons on Encourage One Another:

Questions About Eternal Life Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 9, 2005

A. Are You Sure That You Have Eternal Life? B. Make Sure by Coming in Faith to Christ Today

Questions about Eternal Life Series on 1 John 1 John 5:11-13 Introduction A. Life Is Short at Its Longest 1. The psalmist’s conclusion: 70-80 years (Ps. 90:10) 2. Our average life span is still in that range B. Jesus Came to Offer Something Better 1. "Everlasting life" (John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of All The Places Why Bethlehem? Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 18, 2005

No wonder Jesus (The Bread of Life) was born in Bethlehem (House of Bread).

Subject: What does ‘Bethlehem’ mean? Complement: ‘House of Bread’ Main / Exegetical Idea: ‘Bethlehem’ means ‘House of Bread.’ Introduction: Names of places and people are of immense significance in the Bible. Even till today they bear a great importance in Eastern countries. Usually the eastern ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Us Barabbas

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 19, 2005

This sermon reminds us that when given the choice between good and evil, we will naturally pick that which is evil.

The text this morning brings before us the most tragic choice in human history. We are a people who are constantly inundated with choices and their aftermath. Wrong choices have dismantled and destroyed many lives. It matters not where we come from or where we are in life; each of us must ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:18

Denomination: Baptist

Harvest

Contributed by Richard Wanko on May 26, 2006

its time to live

KEYS TO THE HARVEST IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD OUTLINE 1.SEED 2.SEASON 3.SERVANTS 4.SOIL 5.SACRIFICE 6.SHOWERS 7.SURE HOPE THE MESSAGE KEYS TO THE HARVEST IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD 1.SEED Mark 4;31-32 The first key to the harvest is the seed. Without the seed there can be no harvest.The word of God is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:31-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peace In The Prison

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jun 4, 2006

The greatest tool to win others to Christ is the peace that only God can give. Peace that allowed petter to sleep even though the in a few hours he was to be killed, even though he was in an uncomfortable situation he could sleep.

PEACE IN THE PRISON Acts 12:1-11 Intro: The Church was growing by leaps and bounds, God was blessing. So the devil came a messing. Persecution had fallen on the church, and Herod killed James and because it pleased the Jews, he sought to kill Peter. But God, had other plans. How can we go through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Or Consequences

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006

This outline forms the basis for "rightly dividing the Word of God.

Truth Or Consequences I Timothy 1:1-11 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope, 2 To Timothy my true son in the faith: Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. 3 As I urged you when I went into Macedonia, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

He Came To Me

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 8, 2007

Our inability to go to Jesus caused Him to come to us

HE CAME TO ME John 14:18 Intro: As a sinner I was running wide open not looking for a place to slow down. I was looking for a good time and nothing else. The one person I was not looking for was Jesus Christ. There had been times I had said a wasted prayer during a time of fear only to return ...read more

Scripture: John 14:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mercy And Peace In Discouraging Times Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 10, 2007

Verse 2 of this study really tells it all. Paul knew Timothy would be dealing with very difficult days, so in his last letter, he sends a message filled with hope in mercy and peace.

Mercy and Peace in Discouraging Times 2 Timothy 1:1-18 I. For Times of Tears (v. 3-7) a. Found through Godly heritage (v. 5; 2 Timothy 3:15; Proverbs 22:6) b. Found through Godly gifts (v. 6-7) i. Power (Acts 1:8) ii. Love (Galatians 5:22) iii. Discipline (Hebrews 12:8) II. For Times of Fears ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Troubles You Don't Deserve Series

Contributed by Glenn Arellano on Sep 11, 2006

When unwanted circumstances comes the to us,we must learn to choose the right attitude rather than be controlled by them.

1 Chronicles 4:9 There was a man named Jabez who was more distinguished than any of his brothers. His mother named him Jabez because his birth had been so painful. 10 He was the one who prayed to the God of Israel, “Oh, that you would bless me and extend my lands! Please be with me in all that I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Letter To Us Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Sep 12, 2006

Introduction to 1st Peter

Why 1st Peter- 1. Deals with the Christian Journey a. How we are to relate with each other b. How we are to relate with the world c. How we are to relate with God 2. Helps us understand who we are from God’s viewpoint 3. Gives us a fresh perspective on “Hope” When you begin any study of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Just Man Of Faith Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 18, 2006

Introduction to the series of Romans sermons. This sermon is about what it means to be God’s "slave," Greek "duolos."

Romans 1:1-18 The theme of Romans: “The just shall live by faith.” No one doubts that Paul wrote Romans. It accurately speaks to us with the voice of God. It is Paul’s most important book. 1) He was a slave of Christ (v.1a). God called him. • What “slave” means. The focus is not on the degrading ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-18

How Can You Say That? Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 18, 2006

God’s wrath is a doctrine often rejected; wrath does not match our concept of a loving God; God’s wrath is “an OT idea,” not compatible with grace & mercy; OT yes, but mostly in the NT.

Romans 1:24-32 God’s wrath is a doctrine often rejected. Wrath does not match our concept of a loving God. God’s wrath is “an OT idea,” not compatible with grace & mercy. OT yes, but mostly in the NT. 1) The subjects of God’s wrath. • Let’s define “God’s wrath.” - Not a quick, hot rage that flairs ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:24-32

We Are The Church Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Oct 23, 2006

A Study in First Peter

I. The shift seems sudden, but the theme is the same. vss. 4-5 A. A shift from infants to stones vss. 2-3 verses vs. 4 The image changes but the theme is the same B. Notice the language: 1. Living stones vs. 4 (Christ) This is a paradox – stones have no life Adding the word living to this is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Gift Of Leadership Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006

Spiritual Gifts Series - 12 of 13.

THE GIFT OF LEADERSHIP Romans 12:8 INTRO: Recently, a corporate executive announced the establishment of an annual "Better Leadership Award." The first person to be honored was Christopher Columbus, posthumously. The reason he was so named was that he started out not knowing where he was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Worth Living For

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Nov 1, 2006

Satan knows his days are numbered and he is doing all he can to destroy our faith.

Faith Worth Living For Jude 1:3 Jude is the only book in the Bible that is one chapter. However, what great treasurers are found in this book. Throughout the ages many believers have given their lives for their faith. Any faith worth dieing for is worth living for. It is evident that in ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God