Sermons on Enduring Temptation:

Passing The Test

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 20, 2006

Every Christian needs to understand what to do in times of testing.

of James was written by the brother of our Lord as a circular letter. That is, it was a letter intended to be copied and passed among the churches. Specifically, James was addressing “the twelve tribes scattered among the nations.” Most scholars believe this to be a reference to the believers who ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Price Really Right? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 25, 2006

When it comes to marketing Christianity, Peter had it all wrong. But he tells it as it is, and maybe we need to refresh our memories: Christianity is not a bed of roses –not yet.

Is the Price Really Right? (I Peter 4:1-6) 1. Back in 1889, Sid and Leah’s bull took sick and died, so they needed to go to the auction to buy a new one. Sid couldn’t leave the farm because he was busy starting a farming equipment business, so Leah took the train to the city to buy a bull. If she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Prevent Internal And External Failure

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 24, 2002

How to Prevent Internal and External Failure

How To Prevent Internal and External Failure One of the greatest fears that people have today is ending their life as a failure. So many people resemble the famous comedian Chris Farley of Saturday Night Live Fame whose life ended in failure and death at 33 years of age. Chris experienced ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do When The Bottom Falls Out

Contributed by Larry Norman on Apr 18, 2002

How does the beleiver respond when it seems like the bottom has fallen out in his life spiritually, financially or emotionally?

What to Do When the Bottom Falls Out Isaiah 35:3-4 Intro: Share story of falling into the man hole. Sometimes we feel that way  Financially  Physically  Emotionally.  Spiritually Job is certainly a prime example of this. I was reading in the book of Isaiah this week ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Strategic Goals Of Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Apr 20, 2002

What are we striving for when we do battle for Christ?

The Strategic Goals of Spiritual Warfare What is the mission? That question is one of the most important ones we ask as we work on any challenge or project. When we take up the challenge of Spiritual Warfare, we need to understand our mission, our strategic goals. Knowing our mission ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, 2 Corinthians 10:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Devil Made Me Do It Part Iv

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 23, 2003

WE CAN OVERCOME THE DEVIL THROUGH CHRIST ALONE!

THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT PART IV: OVERCOMING BECAUSE his TIME IS SHORT REVELATION 12: 1-17 JULY 20, 2003 INTRODUCTION: A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR GOD PRAISE AND WORSHIP HYMNAL #3 TRANSITION THOUGHT: The truth of this Hymn is that the battle is over! Three weeks ago, we started on a journey learning ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Make A Road In Your Desert

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 13, 2003

God provides a way out of the desert for His own.

"God Will Make A Road In Your Desert" Isaiah 43:19 * November 9, 2003 Chester’s First Baptist Church, Chester, Illinois * Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A man fell off a cliff, but managed to grab a tree limb on the way down. The following conversation ensued: "Is anyone up ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19

Denomination: Baptist

Selfless Christianity In Action! - Fellow Soldier Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Oct 18, 2002

If Paul’s and Epaphroditus’ experiences are any indication, fighting battles are a normal part of the Christian experience. You’re engaged in warfare today. The church is engaged in a fight today as we endeavor to take back enemy-held territory in people’

SERMONIC THEME Opening Statement: One would think that God would make some special allowances for a man who dedicated his life to planting churches throughout the Mediterranean world. It only seems appropriate that God would have blessed this man with great health, the nicest of accommodations, a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-30

Stand Up For Jesus

Contributed by Edward Frey on Oct 30, 2002

Faith in Christ enables us to stand up for him.

An elderly man decided to oppose the system. He wasn’t being a rebel. He wasn’t out on a mission to be different. He was only following the Word of God that had passed down to him. But this made him stand out all the more. Of course, I’m speaking of Daniel. He lived in a unique period of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Watch For The Traps Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Apr 11, 2008

Through Daniel we learn that Satan has traps set for us. What are they and how can we avoid them?

Watch For the Traps Griffith Baptist Church – 4/13/08 P.M. Service Text: Daniel 6:1-9 Main Verse: Daniel 6:3-4 - 3Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm. 4Then the presidents and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Opposition Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 17, 2008

Paul teaches us how to endure opposition

Philippians 1:27-30 April 13, 2008 Living With Opposition When Paul first visited Philippi, he and Silas were arrested and beaten for setting a young girl free from a demon and for preaching the Good News of Jesus. Although they were released, for a traveling missionary, Paul saw the inside ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: *other

Sustained And Maintained

Contributed by Mark Roper on Jan 18, 2008

God’s people are not without trial — nor without God in time of trial.

Sustained and Maintained By M. Roper Wit and Witticism: A man went to his psychiatrist and he said, “Sometimes I think I’m a tepee and sometimes I think I’m a wigwam.” The psychiatrist said, “Your problem is you’re too tents.” Topic: Through Jesus we can learn to handle everyday ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

A Charge To Keep

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 20, 2005

We are all given a charge by Christ to stand for Him

A Charge to Keep Ephesians 6:10-13 September 12, 2004 Introduction Three years ago the bright blue skies of New York, Washington D.C., and rural Pennsylvania were pierced by a series of hijacked planes as part of a diabolical plan to pierce the heart and soul of our nation. Three years ago we woke ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Gods Pilgrims Series

Contributed by Gary Wagoner on Jan 13, 2005

we are Gods pilgrims...chosen by Him and on the journey we will meet trying times but we must remember what He has promised

1 Peter 1 Gods Pilgrims Jan 05 Thesis: Christians are only pilgrims in this world which is not our home. Introduction: Someone said the word Bible can be written out, using each letter, B-i-b-l-e, to mean Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth. 1 Peter is a guide for Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Christian's Response To Tragedy

Contributed by Jeffrey Davoll on Sep 22, 2001

Christians respond Confidently, Expectantly, and Prayerfully

 Today, in the midst of tragedy, the world is looking to those who have been called by God to be salt and light to the world. (Mat 5:14-16) Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. (15) Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-9, 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist