Sermons on Enlightened:

Prove It Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Dec 5, 2001

God’s promised sign was unmistakeable as is His faithfulness.

As we continue on with our series, "He’s Coming!!!" We will look today at a promise in the book of Isaiah. Let’s take a look at Isaiah 7:14: “All right then, the Lord himself will choose the sign. Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son and will call him Immanuel – ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift Of Persistent Prayer Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 20, 2001

Learning to be persistent in our quest for a deeper, more personal, intimate relationship with God through prayer.

THE STORY WAS TOLD OF A LITTLE BOY WHO HAD BEEN MISBEHAVING AND WAS SENT TO HIS ROOM. AFTER A WHILE HE EMERGED AND INFORMED HIS MOTHER THAT HE HAD THOUGHT IT OVER AND THEN SAID A PRAYER. "THAT’S WONDERFUL," SAID THE PLEASED MOTHER. "IF YOU ASK GOD TO HELP YOU NOT MISBEHAVE, HE WILL HELP YOU." ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Overcoming Failures

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 19, 2003

Talks about the good that God can bring out of our failures. How to overcome failures in our lives

Overcoming Failures Num 14:44-45 Purpose Statement: To see God’s purposes even in the midst of their failures. One character that I really identify with is Charlie Brown. One of the things I remember about him most is his relationship with Lucy. She offers to hold the ball for him every ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:44-45

Denomination: Baptist

Rock And Roll

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 21, 2001

Keep your feet on the rock and your name on the role

Rock and Roll 1. Tower of Pisa. 180 ft. leaning 18 ft. Soft soil/foundation too shallow. Pisa means marshy land. Foundation only 10 ft. deep 2. Houses stand for peoples lives. We’re all building our whole life. Jesus asks-Are you a wise builder or foolish builder? Building to last or will it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Message Of First John

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. First John: Rare glimpse into Church of late first century. a. Probably written to churches in Ephesus/Asia. 1) Reason: By John who is linked to Ephesus. 2) Strong early church tradition; Rev. 1:9. b. Written in a time of false teaching. 1) Church growing; Apostles disappearing; ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Some Things Never Change Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

6 CONSTANTS IN THE EQUATION FOR DIVINE DELIVERANCE

BIG IDEA: 6 CONSTANTS IN THE EQUATION FOR DIVINE DELIVERANCE INTRODUCTION: Clearly a Messianic Psalm I. (:1-3) PATIENCE IS STILL A VIRTUE ANSWERING THE COMPLAINT OF THE IMPATIENT DESPERADO Key = we need to "Wait patiently for the Lord" A. (:1) The Lord has Forgotten Me = I am all Alone "He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

With All Your...

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

We must not limited or love of God, our worship and faith to only our intellect, service or emotions.

Introductory Considerations 1. The christian church is being fragmented in many ways - liberal vs. conservative, charismatic vs. non-charismatic, contemporary vs. traditional. 2. Differences can be some significant matters as to whether church or people are real thing or can be in how we as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How The Holy Spirit Works As A Change Agent

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit catalyzes change in people, situations and organizations. A catalyst is someone that precipitates change without being altered in the process. The Spirit has a clear view of every person’s heart and mind so that He knows what changes are n

1. The Holy Spirit catalyzes change in people, situations and organizations. A catalyst is someone that precipitates change without being altered in the process. The Spirit has a clear view of every person’s heart and mind so that He knows what changes are necessary. Paul wrote, "And he who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Regeneration

Contributed by George Crumbly on Aug 10, 2005

What it means to be truly born again

5/27,2001AM Sheridan, AR George E.Crumbly REGENERATION (Titus 3:1-8) Introduction: • While out on the road the other day I saw a youth pastor that was a youth ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Spirit Helps Us In All Our Weakness.

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 29, 2003

How the Spirit helps us in our weaknesses.

Rom 8:26,27 Theme - The Spirit helps us in all our weakness. What are the problems of using human strength to overcome our weaknesses? People who do tend to live more in the flesh than by the Spirit. The flesh profits nothing. The mind set on the flesh is death but the mind set on the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Birthright Inheritance

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 30, 2002

Every person has a "Spiritual Birthright". Those who know Chrsit enter into His inheritance with Him.

The Birthright Inheritance Gen. 25:29 One day when Jacob was cooking some stew, Esau arrived home exhausted and hungry from a hunt. 30 Esau said to Jacob, “I’m starved! Give me some of that red stew you’ve made.” (This was how Esau got his other name, Edom--“Red.”) 31 Jacob replied, “All right, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Birthright

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 30, 2002

Every person has a "Spiritual Birthright".

The Birthright Inheritance Gen. 25:29 One day when Jacob was cooking some stew, Esau arrived home exhausted and hungry from a hunt. 30 Esau said to Jacob, “I’m starved! Give me some of that red stew you’ve made.” (This was how Esau got his other name, Edom--“Red.”) 31 Jacob replied, “All right, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Lies Of False Religion.4 Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 29, 2005

Who put a division among the Jews? It was Jesus.

The Lies of False Religions pt. 4. Ask yourself, Who put a division among the Jews? It was Jesus. John 10:19 There was a division therefore again among the Jews for these sayings. I agree that there are many in this world that are ministering the Word of God for prophet only. They have not the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Nature Of The Christian Life Series

Contributed by Rusty Davidson on Feb 19, 2007

Details how the reality of Christ’s supremacy in all things brings certain characteristics to the Christian Life.

The Supremacy of Christ: The Nature of the Christian Life Text: Colossians 1:9-14 I. Introduction Illustration: Farmer called to preach. Sitting under a tree sees letters P and C in the clouds. Decides it means “Preach Christ.” Sells farm and equipment goes to preach. He was horrible. After a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist