Sermons on Endurance With Joy:

How The Holy Spirit Protects Us From People Who Would Use The Scriptures For Their Selfish Ambitions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How the Holy Spirit Protects Us From People Who Would Use the Scriptures for Their Selfish Ambitions

How the Holy Spirit Protects Us From People Who Would Use the Scriptures for Their Selfish Ambitions (Mark 7:11,12) Illustration:Get the right perspective. When Goliath came against the Israelites, the soldiers all thought, "He’s so big we can never kill him." David looked at the same giant and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Continue To Bless America

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 18, 2000

Liberty is not the right to do as we please, but the opportunity to please to do what is right.

" Blessed is the nation who’s God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance" Psalms 33:12 Introduction: French writer Alexis de Tocqueville, after visiting America in 1831, said, "I sought for the greatness of the United States in her ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Baptist

Developing A Clean Thought Life

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 23, 2000

Guidelines on how to quit your stinking thinking.

Developing A Clean Thought Life Mat. 5:27-28; Psalm 119:9-15 A child delights in what he has, a youth delights in what he does, and an adult delights in what he is. Introduction: What is wrong with pornography? A. It is psychological poison. 1. An addiction effect 2. An escalation effect 3. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-15, Matthew 5:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

Backsliding, The Cause And The Cure.

Contributed by Robert Grey on Oct 31, 2000

The problem of backsliding defined and a possible cure is offered.

Backsliding, the cause and the cure. this material is also available at http://www.bangkok.com/mypage/lindner/backsliding.htm Backsliding is a term that is used from the pulpit on many occasions. Yet it is rarely found in the Bible. And yet, so much can be learned about this condition and what ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

People We Need And Don't Need In The Church

Contributed by Donny Lanier on Oct 31, 2000

A look at the different types of people we may have setting on our pews.

I.Background On The Last Days 1.Periolous Times - 2Tim.3:1-5 2.Departure From Bibical Principles - 1 Tim.4:1 3.Will Not Listen To The Truth - 2 Tim.4: 3 & 4 II.People We Don't Need In The Church 1.Sleeping Jonah's ( while souls are in danger of perishing ) 2.Powerless Samson's ( while the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Has The Church Lost It's

Contributed by Donny Lanier on Oct 31, 2000

A look at some things it seems the church may have grow cold in.

1.Interest In The Things Of God ? - 1 Tim 6:11 Sunday School - Prayer Service - Bible Study 2.Intend - ( plan or purpose ) Lu.4:18 -19 Seek and to save the lost - Dicipline with the Word - Restoration - Deliverance 3.Idenity - ( a state of being something specific ) Matt.5:14 -16 4.Influence - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Heart Of A Hero

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 1, 2000

A message on overcoming adversities we face.

The Heart Of A Hero 1 Chronicles 11:22-25 1. Benaiah was vigilant because of the company he enjoyed. A. He was one of 30,000 men who faithfully served King David. (2 Sam 6:1) B. He was one of 30 mighty men who led the armies of Israel. (1 Chr 11:15) C. He was one of 3 of David’s mightiest men, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Sun (Son) Of Righteousness

Contributed by Richard Jones on Nov 2, 2000

A look at our circumstances and their impact on our relationship with our Lord.

The Sun (Son) of Righteousness Malachi 3:13-4:6 Two men are standing on the front lawn of a church. One man is leaning on the church’s sign and the other is looking at it from the front. The sign reads: Oak Road Bible Believing, Hand Clapping, Foot Stomping, Hemlines Below The Knee, Tie Wearing, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Excellence #1 - Roadblocks To A Life Of Excellence Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 6, 2000

Introduction to a series of 10 messages on Excellence. Message one deals with hinderances to living an excellent life.

A Life Of Excellence: Part 1 Road-Blocks On the Road To Excellence Romans 7:14-25 Introduction: A Day of Infamy A. December 7, 1941 - 7:55 AM B. 190 Japanese planes from 6 Aircraft Carriers, 25 submarines + several midget subs C. 5 US battleships sunk, 2 destroyers demolished, total of 18 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Integrity

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 6, 2000

A reminder not to sell out when the devil comes calling.

SPIRITUAL INTEGRITY © 2000 Mark Beaird Text: 1 Kings 21:1-16 n Joseph Stowell tells of a conversation he had with a pastor in the former Soviet Union. "Stalin's reign was the worst time," said the pastor. "I had two KGB agents come to me and say, 'We'll take care of you. You stay the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Be Surprised Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 7, 2000

There is opposition on every journey of faith, and it seems impassable.

DON’T BE SURPRISED! 1 Peter 4:12-19 Introduction: 1. There is opposition on every journey of faith. It is enough to cause many to become discouraged and quit. It is enough to give pause to everyone – is it worth it? It is enough to seem impassable. It is enough to be classified as a real ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Excellence #7 - Determination Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 8, 2000

WHAT EVER YOU DO IN YOUR PERSUIT OF EXCELLENCE - DON'T QUIT!

Commitment To Excellence - Part 7 Determination Phil 3:13-14; Heb 12:1-2; 2 Tim 4:7 Introduction: Understanding Our Terms A. Vision - The ability to see beyond the majority; Viewing life’s circumstances from God’s perspective. B. Dreams - God given ideas, plans or goals that lead to God-honoring ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Hinds Feet On High Places

Contributed by David Coe on Nov 11, 2000

A sermon to encourage those in the midst of troubles and trials.

HINDS FEET ON HIGH PLACES Habakkuk 3:17-19 I. THE TRIALS SHALL COME - vs. 17 1. Need to be precautious - I Thess. 3:4-5 2. Need to be patient - Rom. 12:12 3. Need to be prayerful - Psalms 62:7-8 II. THE THANKS SHOULD CONTINUE - vs. 18 1. Thanks for the Saviour - vs. 18, Phil. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Governing Authorities

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 16, 2000

A devotion for growing believers

“LET EVERY SOUL BE SUBJECT TO THE GOVERNING AUTHORITIES. FOR THERE IS NO AUTHORITY EXCEPT FROM GOD, AND EVERY AUTHORITY THAT EXISTS IS FROM GOD.” Now here is a passage of scripture that is very neglected; and we are living in a time when it should be taught often. In the thirteenth ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Denomination: Orthodox

Ash Wednesday 2006

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 28, 2006

What implications does Jesus’ death on the Cross have for my lifestyle?

What implications does Jesus’ death on the Cross have for my lifestyle 2 Cor. 5:20-6:10 Story: A Korean Pastor told me this story many years years ago, when he came to Switzerland. In the 4th century AD in Korea a man had two sons. The elder rose to become Chief Justice in the land and the ...read more

Denomination: Anglican