Sermons on Enduring Nature:

Glimpses Of Grace

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Jun 19, 2002

A Christian attempt to understand the tragedies of 9/11.

Glimpses of Grace II Corinthians 12:7-10 & I Samuel 4-6 Baltimore Area Men’s Rally March 3, 2002 I live in Staten Island–which is a Borough of New York City, but I live in a unique part of NYC, probably unlike any other part of the world. It is called Travis. People ask me what is Travis ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David And The Fiery Furnace

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon looks at the examples of David and the three Hebrew boys and finds four charateristics of Courage.

I. Introduction a. Christians are in need of courage today. b. Nathan Hale epitomized courage when he said, “My only regret is that I have but one life to give for my country.” c. We are all in the midst of a battle, and we need the courage to stand up for Jesus. d. We can look to a boy named ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-50, Daniel 3:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get Out Of The Desert

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon gives three steps to getting out of a spiritual desert.

I. Introduction a. In 874 BC Ahab became King over Israel. i. Ahab was evil. He allowed Baal Worship. b. There was a drought in the land. i. Showed that Yahweh was God and Not Baal ii. Elijah means Yahweh is my God c. Elijah was living by the brook of Cherith living on food brought by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Three Tips For Running A Race

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

The Writer of Hebrews provides three words of advice for running the race of our Christian life.

I. Introduction a. The Idea is that of running a marathon. b. In this passage of Scripture we are given three words of advice for running the race II. The first word of advice is to Remember the Testimony of Others (1) a. Ill. Football players remember the previous winners of super bowl. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Struggle To Become Series

Contributed by Bob Groves on Jun 22, 2002

The life long & daily struggle to become Christlike.

Look @ Encounters With Christ... Encounters as in Moments that are Meant to Change you into Christ likeness TODAY – Simon Peter & HIS Struggle of Becoming the Person Called to be... Scripture John 1:40-42 One of the two who heard John speak, and followed Him, was Andrew, Simon Peter’s ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Worst And The Best Is Yet To Come

Contributed by Robert Houston, Sr. on Jul 8, 2002

A discussion of Jesus’ direction to believers to "Cheer Up" during tribulations.

Sermon by Pastor Robert Earl Houston, Sr., Assistant Pastor Westwood Baptist Church, University Center Nashville, Tennessee - www.westwoodbcuc.org www.roberthouston.org Text: John 16:33 33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Baptist

Growing In The Midst Of Trials

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 10, 2002

4 Attitudes to have to grow in the midst of Trials based on James 1: 2-8

Growing in the Midst of Trials How to deal with Trials James 1: 2-8 2 My brothers and sisters, consider it nothing but joy when you fall into all sorts of trials, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. 4 And let endurance have its perfect effect, so that you will be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Growing In The Midst Of Trials (Part 2)

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 10, 2002

4 More Attitudes to have to grow in the midst of difficulties. Part 2 of 2.

Growing in the Midst of Trials Part 2 James 1:9-18 9 Now the believer of humble means should take pride in his high position. 10 But the rich person’s pride should be in his humiliation, because he will pass away like a wildflower in the meadow. 11 For the sun rises with its heat and dries up the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Growing By Surrendering Completely

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 10, 2002

Based on Christ’s example, here are four actions to take to grow by surrendering completely

Growing By Surrendering Completely Matthew 26: 36-39 36 Then Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to the disciples, "Sit here while I go over there and pray." 37 He took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and became anguished and distressed. 38 Then he said to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-39, Matthew 26:1-60

Denomination: Baptist

Small Wonder

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 15, 2002

With God, even what is small can be used to make something wonderful!!

SMALL WONDER MICAH 5: 2-5a SUNDAY PM SERVICE JULY 14, 2002 INTRODUCTION: One summer evening during a violent thunderstorm a mother was tucking her small boy into bed. She was about to turn off the light when he asked with a tremor in his voice, "Mommy, will you sleep with me tonight?" The mother ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

Chapters On Crisis Management

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 18, 2002

Discover the five stages in managing crisis from the example of Jesus at Gethesame

There was a time when I didn’t do know how to search the Bible for answers and comfort. During those times of crisis, I allowed my emotions to control my perspectives and my decisions. I remember almost ten years ago praying for my Aunt, who entered the hospital. I had been a Christian for three ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-56

Denomination: *other

Running The Race

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 21, 2002

A sermon on running the race of life, using the Tour De France and the life of Lance Armstrong as illustrations.

Today’s message is entitled "Running The Race." This morning, we’re going to see from the Scriptures that all of life is a race to be run. Now, I realize that you may not feel much like running, at eleven o’clock on a Sunday morning in July. In fact, you may not ever feel much like running. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, 2 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle Problems Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jul 21, 2002

A biblical response to problems enables the follower of Christ to grow into Christian maturity.

How to Handle Problems James 1:1-18; 5:7-12 “HOW TO” SERIES IN JAMES #1 Truth: The Christian life-view stands countercultural. Problems move us to God who gives us His grace to benefit from our faith-trials. We develop the perseverance and patience, the faith-life, the quality of life that comes ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Pressure Situations Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

HOW TO HANDLE PRESSURE SITUATIONS = CASTING OUR BURDEN ON THE LORD

BIG IDEA: HOW TO HANDLE PRESSURE SITUATIONS = CASTING OUR BURDEN ON THE LORD INTRODUCTION: David was an expert at handling pressure situations; we’re not talking about sports (that’s all about competition and fun), but rather about the serious types of pressure that threaten our very life; It is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don't Be A Complainer

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Some people are ungrateful about their experiences while others experience the same things and are thankful. Some look for the negative and others look for the positive. Some complain and others are complimentary.

DON’T BE A COMPLAINER INTRODUCTION: PRETTY GOOD SHOW FOR A NICKEL A typical American family was driving home from church one Sunday. Dad was fussing about the sermon being too long and he also said it was boring. Mom said the organist played too loud. Sis said the soloist sang off key. Grandma ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1, Numbers 21:4-6